Peshawar Board Postpones Matric Supplementary Exams Amid PTI Protest

PESHAWAR: The Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISE) Peshawar has officially postponed all Matric Supplementary Examinations (Part-II) 2026 scheduled to take place between October 7 and October 10. The sudden administrative decision was taken in anticipation of potential security challenges, road closures, and logistical disruptions stemming from the planned Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) protest march.

According to an official notification released by the Controller of Examinations, the papers scheduled during this critical four-day window stand deferred, with revised dates to be announced in the coming days. However, the board administration clarified that all examinations scheduled after October 10 will proceed strictly as per the pre-announced timetable, advising candidates to remain prepared and ignore unverified rumors circulating on social media platforms.

The postponement underscores the broader challenges faced by the academic sector in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, where political demonstrations frequently disrupt daily life, public transport networks, and administrative services. Educational experts and parents have raised concerns over the psychological toll and academic delays these recurring postponements impose on students who are attempting to clear their supplementary papers to secure timely admissions in higher secondary institutions.

The Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) has announced a series of protest demonstrations and marches across various parts of the country, demanding political reforms and the release of detained party leaders. These political activities have prompted provincial administrations to implement strict security measures, including the imposition of Section 144 and the suspension of mobile services in sensitive areas, directly impacting public institutions and educational boards.

In response to the planned political rally, the Peshawar district administration and local law enforcement agencies have mobilized heavy security contingents to maintain law and order across the provincial capital. BISE Peshawar officials have assured candidates that a comprehensive, revised examination schedule will be issued immediately after reviewing the security situation post-October 10, ensuring minimal further disruption to the academic calendar.