Rawalpindi:
The Pendjab Programs and Manuals Council (PCTB) has introduced changes into the registration education system.
The changes announced will be implemented from April 1, 2025.
As part of the new framework, three university groups have been created and all existing scientific manuals will be replaced.
The revised program includes new options, including matrix health sciences, matrix agricultural sciences and matrix technological fashion design. In addition, materials such as fashion design and agriculture have been made compulsory for students from the respective groups.
The updated system emphasizes the development of practical skills by integrating activities such as training in civil protection, nursing and first aid, community service, debates and quiz.
These activities will now be compulsory, with a dedicated weekly session included in the schedule.
The revised registration program will extend over two years, covering levels 9 and 10, with a total of 45 weekly sessions and 1,200 points for assessments.
Students can choose to study in Ourdou or English, according to their preferences.
The first annual examination of the new program will take place in March 2026.
In the matrix group of health sciences, students will study the translation of the Koran, Ourdou, English, Islamic studies, Pakistani studies, mathematics, physics, chemistry and biology. The group of agricultural sciences will include the translation of the Koran, Ourdou, English, Islamic studies, Pakistani studies, mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology and agricultural sciences.
Meanwhile, the fashion creation group will cover the translation of the Koran, Ourdou, English, Islamic studies, Pakistani studies, mathematics, general sciences, IT, communication skills, creation fashion and an internship component.
The new program also provides for the replacement of textbooks in key materials such as physics, chemistry, biology, Ourdou and English.
Teachers will receive specialized training to adapt to the updated program. Civil protection and nursing training will be supported by the government departments concerned to guarantee good implementation.
Abrar Ahmed Khan, president of the Pakistan private school management association, has expressed support for changes, noting that the modernization of programs has become essential.
He highlighted the importance of updating the program every five years to align it with contemporary demands. The initiative should improve the practical skills of students and prepare them for modern challenges, which represents a progressive step for the Pakistani education system.
