The annual examinations for ninth and tenth classes began across Sindh, but reports confirmed papers were leaked before reaching designated examination centres in multiple districts.
In Naushahro Feroze, the tenth class Urdu paper surfaced prematurely, circulating among students before official distribution, undermining earlier assurances of transparency from the education department.
Students reportedly received solved versions of the leaked paper through WhatsApp groups, with some paying for access, highlighting widespread malpractice during the examination process.
Inside examination centres, students openly used mobile phones to solve papers, despite prior warnings from authorities promising strict action against cheating and paper leaks.
Last week, the Sindh government introduced a watermarking system in examination papers, aiming to trace individuals involved in papers leaks.
Sindh Minister Muhammad Ismail Rahoo announced the decision during a meeting, where officials reviewed examination center arrangements including anti‑cheating measures.
Across Sindh, 1,353,258 students from grades nine to twelve will appear in examinations beginning April 7, with more than 1,600 centers established across multiple divisions.
Meanwhile, The Board of Secondary Education Karachi released a revised schedule for the 2026 matric examinations, confirming commencement on April 10 following earlier postponement.
According to the timetable, the Class 10 Computer Science examination for the Science Group will be held on April 10, marking the opening day officially.
On April 11, the Class 9 Computer Studies examination will take place, while the General Group schedule has also been revised and issued by the Board.
All examinations will be conducted during the morning shift from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, with students instructed to arrive thirty minutes earlier.
