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Intermediate Exam Schedule 2024

Board	Starting Date	Ending Date
P Punjab Board	May 15, 2024	June 10, 2024
S Sindh Board	May 20, 2024	June 15, 2024
K KPK Board	May 18, 2024	June 12, 2024
B Balochistan Board	May 22, 2024	June 18, 2024

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Intermediate Groups - Choose Your Path

Select your specialization for Intermediate education. Each group leads to specific career paths.

F.Sc (Pre-Medical)

Focus on medical and biological sciences

Group 1

F.Sc (Pre-Engineering)

Focus on engineering and technical fields

Group 2

ICS

Computer science and mathematics focus

Group 3

I.Com

Commerce, accounting and business studies

Group 4

D.A.E

Diploma of Associate Engineering

Group 5

F.A (IT)

Arts with information technology

Group 6

F.A

General Arts and humanities

Group 7

F.Sc (Home Economics)

Home economics and family studies

Group 8

F.Sc Pre-Medical - Complete Structure

Medical stream for students aspiring to become doctors, dentists, and healthcare professionals

Part I (11th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

Elective Subjects (Medical)

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Biology	85	15	100
Physics	85	15	100
Chemistry	85	15	100

Part II (12th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

Elective Subjects (Medical)

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Biology	85	15	100
Physics	85	15	100
Chemistry	85	15	100

Career Pathways after F.Sc Pre-Medical

Medical Fields

MBBS, BDS, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Nursing

Biological Sciences

Biotechnology, Microbiology, Genetics, Biochemistry

Allied Health

Medical Lab Technology, Radiology, Nutrition

Research & Academia

Research Scientist, Professor, Science Writer

F.Sc Pre-Engineering - Complete Structure

Part I (11th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

Elective Subjects (Engineering)

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Mathematics	100	-	100
Physics	85	15	100
Chemistry	85	15	100

Part II (12th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

Elective Subjects (Engineering)

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Mathematics	100	-	100
Physics	85	15	100
Chemistry	85	15	100

Career Pathways after F.Sc Pre-Engineering

Engineering Fields

Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Chemical Engineering

Technology

Computer Science, IT, AI, Data Science

Architecture & Design

Architecture, Urban Planning, Interior Design

Applied Sciences

Aviation, Merchant Navy, Armed Forces

ICS (Computer Science) - Complete Structure

Part I (11th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

Elective Subjects (Choose 3)

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Computer Science	60	40	100
Mathematics	100	-	100
Physics	85	15	100
Economics / Statistics	100	-	100

Part II (12th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

Elective Subjects (Continue)

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Computer Science	60	40	100
Mathematics	100	-	100
Physics	85	15	100
Economics / Statistics	100	-	100

Career Pathways after ICS

Software Development

Web Developer, App Developer, Software Engineer

Data Science

Data Analyst, Data Scientist, Business Intelligence

IT & Networking

Network Administrator, System Analyst, Cybersecurity

Digital Marketing

SEO Specialist, Digital Marketer, E-commerce Manager

I.Com (Commerce) - Complete Structure

Commerce stream for students aspiring to become business professionals, accountants, and entrepreneurs

Part I (11th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

Commerce Elective Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Principles of Accounting	100	-	100
Principles of Economics	100	-	100
Principles of Commerce	100	-	100
Business Mathematics	100	-	100
Commercial Geography	100	-	100

Part II (12th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

Commerce Elective Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Business Accounting	100	-	100
Business Statistics	100	-	100
Business Law	100	-	100
Computer Applications	60	40	100
Banking & Finance	100	-	100

Important Notes for I.Com Students

Students must choose three elective subjects in both Part I and Part II
Computer Applications is recommended for modern business requirements
Practical knowledge of accounting software is beneficial for career growth

Career Pathways after I.Com

Accounting & Finance

Chartered Accountant, ACCA, CFA, Financial Analyst, Auditor

Banking Sector

Bank Manager, Relationship Officer, Credit Analyst, Investment Banker

Business Management

Business Administrator, Entrepreneur, Operations Manager, HR Manager

Higher Education

BBA, B.Com, BS Economics, MBA, M.Com, Professional Degrees

Professional Certifications after I.Com

CA

ICAP Pakistan - Premier accounting qualification

ACCA

Global recognition

CMA

Cost & Management Accountancy

F.A. (Information Technology) - Complete Structure

Arts stream with focus on Information Technology for students interested in digital careers

Part I (11th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

IT & Elective Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Computer Science	60	40	100
Mathematics/Statistics	100	-	100
Economics	100	-	100
Psychology	100	-	100

Part II (12th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

IT & Elective Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Web Development	50	50	100
Database Management	60	40	100
Business Studies	100	-	100
Sociology	100	-	100

Career Pathways after F.A. (IT)

IT & Software

Web Developer, IT Support, Software Tester, Database Administrator

Digital Marketing

SEO Specialist, Social Media Manager, Digital Content Creator

Business & Management

Business Analyst, Project Coordinator, Office Administrator

Higher Education

BS IT, BBA, Computer Science, Digital Media Studies

F.A. (General Arts) - Complete Structure

Comprehensive arts education for students interested in humanities, social sciences, and creative fields

Part I (11th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

Elective Subjects (Choose any 3)

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Economics	100	-	100
Psychology	100	-	100
Sociology	100	-	100
Education	100	-	100
Civics	100	-	100
Islamic Studies	100	-	100

Part II (12th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

Elective Subjects (Continue from Part I)

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Economics	100	-	100
Psychology	100	-	100
Sociology	100	-	100
Education	100	-	100
Civics	100	-	100
Islamic Studies	100	-	100

Career Pathways after F.A. (General Arts)

Education & Teaching

School Teacher, College Professor, Education Administrator

Civil Services

CSS, PMS, Police Service, Administrative Services

Media & Journalism

Journalist, News Anchor, Content Writer, Media Producer

Social Services

Social Worker, Counselor, Community Developer, NGO Worker

F.A. (Home Economics) - Complete Structure

Professional education focusing on home management, nutrition, and family sciences

Part I (11th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

Home Economics Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Food & Nutrition	60	40	100
Clothing & Textile	50	50	100
Home Management	75	25	100
Child Development	100	-	100

Part II (12th Class)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	100	-	100
Urdu	100	-	100
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50

Home Economics Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Advanced Nutrition	60	40	100
Fashion Design	40	60	100
Family Resource Management	75	25	100
Human Development	100	-	100

Career Pathways after F.A. (Home Economics)

Nutrition & Dietetics

Dietitian, Nutritionist, Food Consultant, Health Educator

Fashion Industry

Fashion Designer, Textile Designer, Boutique Owner, Stylist

Education & Research

Home Economics Teacher, Researcher, Curriculum Developer

Hospitality

Hotel Management, Catering Services, Event Planning

Higher Education Options

BS Home Economics

4-year degree with specializations

Food Sciences

BS Food Science & Technology

Fashion Design

BS Textile Design, Merchandising

Career Guidance & Regional Trends (Intermediate)

Regional Job Market Trends (Post‑Intermediate)

Region	Current Trend (2025‑26)	Future Trend (2030)	Demand
Lahore	IT, Software, E‑commerce, Digital Media	AI, Data Science, Cybersecurity	High
Rawalpindi/Islamabad	Civil Services, Defence, IT, Engineering	Cloud Computing, DevOps, Smart Cities	High
Faisalabad	Textile, Agriculture, Business Processing	Agri‑Tech, Fashion Design, Supply Chain	Medium
Multan	Agriculture, Education, Healthcare	Telemedicine, Agri‑Tech, Logistics	Medium
Gujranwala	Manufacturing, Engineering, Light Industry	Automation, Robotics, Industrial IoT	High

Top Career Recommendations for Intermediate Students

1. Pre‑Medical → Medical & Life Sciences

MBBS, BDS, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Biotechnology, Genetics. High demand in hospitals, research, and pharmaceuticals.

2. Pre‑Engineering → Engineering & Technology

Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Software, Chemical Engineering. Also emerging fields like Robotics, AI, and Renewable Energy.

3. ICS → IT & Computer Science

BS CS, Software Engineering, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Web/App Development. Massive local and international demand.

4. I.Com → Commerce & Finance

B.Com, BBA, MBA, CA, ACCA, CMA, Banking, Stock Exchange. Stable career with growth in corporate sector.

5. F.A (Arts) → Humanities & Social Sciences

Law (LLB), CSS/PMS, Journalism, Psychology, Sociology, Education, Social Work. Government and private sector opportunities.

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Intermediate Grading System (BISE)

Standard grading system for Intermediate examinations across all Punjab boards

Marks Range (%)	Grade	Grade Points	Remarks
85 - 100	A+	4.00	Outstanding
80 - 84	A	4.00	Excellent
75 - 79	B+	3.75	Very Good
70 - 74	B	3.50	Good
65 - 69	C+	3.25	Fairly Good
60 - 64	C	3.00	Satisfactory
55 - 59	D+	2.75	Below Satisfactory
50 - 54	D	2.50	Pass
Below 50	F	0.00	Fail

GPA Calculation

GPA is calculated by multiplying grade points with credit hours and dividing by total credit hours. Minimum 2.5 CGPA required for degree programs.

Minimum Passing Criteria

Students must obtain at least 50% marks in each subject and overall to pass the Intermediate examination.

D.A.E. (Diploma of Associate Engineering) - 3-Year Program

Technical education program for students aspiring to become engineering technicians and technologists

Available Specializations

Civil Technology

Construction, Surveying, Structure Design

Electrical Technology

Power Systems, Electronics, Control Systems

Mechanical Technology

Automobile, Production, Refrigeration

Electronics Technology

Telecommunication, Industrial Electronics

1st

First Year (Common for all Technologies)

Compulsory Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
English	75	-	75
Urdu	75	-	75
Islamiyat/Ethics	50	-	50
Pakistan Studies	50	-	50
Mathematics	75	-	75
Physics	65	15	80

Technical Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Chemistry	65	15	80
Computer Applications	50	30	80
Engineering Drawing	40	40	80
Workshop Practice	30	50	80

2nd

Second Year (Technology Specific)

Common Subjects

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Applied Mathematics	75	-	75
Applied Physics	65	15	80
Computer Applications-II	50	30	80

Civil Technology

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Construction Technology	65	15	80
Surveying	50	30	80
Hydraulics	65	15	80
Building Materials	75	-	75

Electrical Technology

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Electrical Machines	65	15	80
Power Generation	75	-	75
Electrical Wiring	40	40	80
Electronics	65	15	80

3rd

Third Year (Advanced Specialization)

Mechanical Technology

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Thermodynamics	75	-	75
Machine Design	65	15	80
Automobile Engineering	65	15	80
Refrigeration & AC	65	15	80
Workshop Technology	40	40	80

Electronics Technology

Subject	Theory	Practical	Total
Digital Electronics	65	15	80
Communication Systems	75	-	75
Microprocessors	50	30	80
Industrial Electronics	65	15	80
Instrumentation	65	15	80

Important Information for D.A.E. Students

Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters) including 6 months internship
Eligibility: Matriculation with Science (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics)
Age Limit: 14-18 years at the time of admission
Practical Training: Mandatory workshop practice and industrial visits
Final Project: Required in 3rd year with industrial exposure
Further Studies: Can continue B.Tech, B.E after D.A.E

Career Pathways after D.A.E.

Civil D.A.E.

Site Supervisor, Surveyor, Draftsman, Construction Manager, QC Inspector

Electrical D.A.E.

Electrical Supervisor, Maintenance Technician, Power Plant Operator, Wireman

Mechanical D.A.E.

Maintenance Engineer, Production Supervisor, Automobile Technician, HVAC Technician

Electronics D.A.E.

Electronics Technician, Telecom Engineer, Instrument Technician, Repair Specialist

Higher Education Options after D.A.E.

B.Tech (Hons)

4-year Bachelor of Technology programs

B.E / B.Sc Engineering

Lateral entry in engineering universities

Technology Management

BS Technology Management programs

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