The Sindh government has formed a high-level fact-finding committee to probe alleged irregularities surrounding the shifting of examination centres during the Karachi matric exams, along with reports of misconduct within the Secondary Education Board Karachi.
The inquiry was initiated on the directives of Sindh Universities and Boards Minister Ismail Rahoo, and a formal notification was issued by the Universities & Boards Department, a spokesperson confirmed.
According to officials, the committee has been given 15 days to complete its investigation and submit a detailed report to the provincial minister.
As per the notification, the special secretary of the Universities and Boards Department will head the committee as convener, while the chairman of the Technical Board and the additional secretary (Boards) will serve as members.
The committee will examine why examination centres were changed before or during the exams and whether these decisions were influenced by financial gains, favouritism, or undue pressure.
It will also investigate allegations of irregularities in centre allocation, possible collusion, and misuse of authority.
Karachi 9th, 10th students get new directions ahead of exam
Karachi 9th and 10th students were issued new directives as the Karachi Commissioner has imposed Section 144 ahead of the upcoming matric exams.
As per details, section 144 has been enforced around all exam centers to prevent cheating and ensure transparency in the examination process.
The notification prohibits gatherings within 200 yards of exam centers from April 7 to May 2, 2026. Unauthorized individuals will not be allowed inside exam premises, and the use of mobile phones and electronic devices is completely banned.
Photocopy machines and the display of weapons are also strictly prohibited. Police have been instructed to take legal action against anyone violating Section 144.
Over 385,000 students are set to appear at 530 exam centers across Karachi, with strict security measures in place to ensure fair and smooth conduct of the exams.
Karachi board issues 9th, 10th class admit cards for exams
The admit cards for the 9th and 10th board examinations have been uploaded on the official website of the Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK). Students and educational institutions can easily download their admit cards from the website.
The Chairman of the matriculation board of Karachi, Ghulam Hussain Soho, has formally announced the holding of the ninth and tenth grade annual examinations 2026.
