IBCC Reports Over 400,000 Intermediate Exam Failures
The Intermediate exam failures in Pakistan crossed 400,000 after the Intermediate Board Committee of Chairmen released nationwide examination data for 2025. The report showed student performance across different educational boards in all provinces and the federal capital. Punjab recorded the highest number of failed students among all regions. Education experts believe the figures highlight serious challenges in the country’s academic system. They also stressed the need for better teaching methods and stronger student support programs.
Punjab Reports Highest Failure Numbers
Punjab recorded the largest number of students appearing in intermediate examinations this year. According to IBCC data, 759,431 students from nine educational boards took part in the exams. However, 270,068 students failed to pass the examinations.
Sindh also reported a high number of failed students. Around 380,013 students from six educational boards appeared in the annual exams, while 53,034 students could not clear the papers. Meanwhile, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa showed a lower failure rate compared to other provinces. A total of 282,585 students from eight educational boards participated in the exams, and 5,316 students failed.
Balochistan released examination results through the Quetta board. Officials confirmed that 54,456 students appeared in the annual exams, while 3,147 students failed.
FBISE Results Raise Serious Concerns
The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education also shared its examination figures for 2025. According to the report, 100,993 students appeared in the exams, and 17,319 students failed.
In addition, another group of 48,031 students appeared in a separate set of examinations. However, all 48,031 students failed, which raised concerns among education experts and parents.Education analysts believe the nationwide results show weaknesses in the education system. Furthermore, they urged authorities to improve classroom learning, revise outdated syllabuses, and provide better guidance for students preparing for board examinations.
