Class 9 — SSC Part I
The foundation of your Matric journey. Class 9 under the Sindh & Karachi Board introduces core Science and Arts subjects, setting the base for Class 10 board exams.
Science Group
Pre-Medical / Pre-Engineering track
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 100
- Islamiat / Ethics 75
- Pakistan Studies 75
Science Electives (Choose 3)
- Mathematics 75
- Physics 75
- Chemistry 75
- Biology 75
- Computer Science 75
Humanities Group
Arts & Social Sciences track
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 100
- Islamiat / Ethics 75
- Pakistan Studies 75
Electives (Choose 3)
- Mathematics 75
- General Science 75
- History / Social Studies 75
- Sindhi 75
Sindh Board — Class 9 Note: The Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK) was established in 1950 and conducts SSC Part I examinations. Class 9 exams are generally held in March. Students must study 4 compulsory + 3 elective subjects for a total of 550 marks. Passing marks are 33% (182/550).
Class 10 — SSC Part II (Matric)
The culmination of Matric. Class 10 board exams are the most important milestone for secondary education under BSEK Karachi and Sindh Education Board.
Science Group
Matric — Science stream
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 100
- Islamiat / Ethics 75
- Pakistan Studies 75
Science Electives (cont. from Class 9)
- Mathematics 75
- Physics (Theory + Practical) 75
- Chemistry (Theory + Practical) 75
- Biology (Theory + Practical) 75
- Computer Science 75
Humanities Group
Matric — Arts stream
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 100
- Islamiat / Ethics 75
- Pakistan Studies 75
Electives
- Mathematics / General Science 75
- History / Geography 75
- Sindhi / Elective 75
Matric Board Exam Note (Karachi): BSEK Karachi (est. 1950) is the authority conducting SSC Part II (Class 10) exams. The SSC certificate is awarded upon successful completion of both Parts I & II. Science group students must also appear in practicals for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology. BIEK Karachi was formed in 1974 and handles intermediate education.
Class 11 — HSSC Part I (Intermediate)
After Matric, students choose their stream for Higher Secondary School Certificate. BIEK Karachi offers Pre-Medical, Pre-Engineering, Commerce, Humanities, ICS and more.
Pre-Medical (FSc)
For future doctors & medical professionals
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 75
- Islamiat / Pak Studies 50
Elective Subjects
- Biology (Theory + Practical) 100
- Chemistry (Theory + Practical) 100
- Physics (Theory + Practical) 100
Pre-Engineering (FSc)
For future engineers & technical professionals
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 75
- Islamiat / Pak Studies 50
Elective Subjects
- Mathematics 100
- Physics (Theory + Practical) 100
- Chemistry (Theory + Practical) 100
Commerce (I.Com)
Business, accounting & finance
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 75
- Islamiat / Pak Studies 50
Commerce Electives
- Principles of Accounting 100
- Principles of Commerce 100
- Principles of Economics 100
Humanities (FA)
Arts, social sciences & literature
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 75
- Islamiat / Pak Studies 50
Electives (Choose 3)
- History / Civics / Geography 100
- Psychology / Sociology 100
- Elective Urdu / Literature 100
ICS (Computer Science)
Information & Computing Sciences
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 75
- Islamiat / Pak Studies 50
ICS Electives
- Computer Science 100
- Mathematics 100
- Physics / Statistics 100
BIEK Karachi — Class 11 Note: The Board of Intermediate Education Karachi (BIEK) was established in 1962 (originally as part of BISE) and became independent. It conducts HSSC Part I (Class 11) and Part II (Class 12) exams. Available streams include: Pre-Medical, Pre-Engineering, General Science (Computer), Humanities (Regular & Private), Commerce (Regular & Private), Medical Technology, and Home Economics. Exams are held in April–May each year.
Class 12 — HSSC Part II (Intermediate)
The final Intermediate year. Class 12 board results determine university admissions. BIEK Karachi announces results in July–August after April/May exams.
Pre-Medical (FSc Part II)
MDCAT / Medical admissions pathway
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 75
- Pakistan Studies 50
Elective Subjects
- Biology (Theory + Practical) 100
- Chemistry (Theory + Practical) 100
- Physics (Theory + Practical) 100
Pre-Engineering (FSc Part II)
ECAT / Engineering admissions pathway
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 75
- Pakistan Studies 50
Elective Subjects
- Mathematics 100
- Physics (Theory + Practical) 100
- Chemistry (Theory + Practical) 100
Commerce (I.Com Part II)
BBA / BCom / Business admissions
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 75
- Pakistan Studies 50
Commerce Electives
- Principles of Accounting 100
- Business Mathematics 100
- Economics / Commerce 100
Humanities (FA Part II)
Social sciences, literature & arts
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 75
- Pakistan Studies 50
Electives
- History / Civics 100
- Psychology / Sociology 100
- Elective Urdu / Elective English 100
ICS Part II (Computer Science)
CS / IT undergraduate admissions
Compulsory Subjects
- English 100
- Urdu 75
- Pakistan Studies 50
ICS Electives
- Computer Science 100
- Mathematics 100
- Physics / Statistics 100
BIEK Karachi — Class 12 Note: Class 12 (HSSC Part II) is the gateway to university. BIEK Karachi announces the 12th class result during July or August, three to four months after the annual exams held in April–May. The HSSC certificate combining Part I & Part II results is required for undergraduate admissions across Sindh universities.