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FBISE revises exam grading system | The Express Tribune

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October 8, 2025 at 05:37 PM
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FBISE revises exam grading system | The Express Tribune

Key Takeaways

  • The FBISE announced a revised grading formula for SSC and HSSC examinations.
  • The new scheme will take effect from the First Annual Examinations of 2026 for SSC-I/HSSC-I.
  • The highest grade, A++, will be awarded for marks secured between 96% and 100%.
  • The formula clearly defines grades from A++ down to C, linking percentage ranges to descriptive labels like 'Extraordinary' and 'Above Average'.
  • Implementation for SSC-II/HSSC-II levels is scheduled for the First Annual Examinations of 2027.

The FBISE has officially announced a significant revision to the grading formula used for Secondary School Certificate (SSC) and Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) examinations across its jurisdiction. This revamped grading scheme is scheduled to be implemented starting with the First Annual Examinations in 2026 for the first-year levels (SSC-I/HSSC-I), followed by the second-year levels in 2027. The new structure introduces several high-tier grades, notably awarding an A++ ('Extraordinary') for students scoring between 96% and 100% marks. Other defined brackets include A+ (91%-95%), A (86%-90%), and B++ (81%-85%), each associated with a descriptive performance level. The system continues down to a C grade ('Above Average') for marks between 51% and 60%, providing clearer differentiation across student achievements.

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