What is the difference between Matric and O-levels in Pakistan?

Matric and O-levels are two different secondary education systems in Pakistan, with Matric being the local Pakistani curriculum and O-levels being the international British curriculum.

In Pakistan, Matric is administered by local boards, while O-levels are administered by the British Council or Cambridge International Examinations. The curriculum, assessment, and recognition of these two systems differ significantly.

• Curriculum: Matric follows the Pakistani curriculum, while O-levels follow the British curriculum
• Recognition: Matric is recognized locally, while O-levels are recognized internationally
• Assessment: Matric has a more theoretical approach, while O-levels have a more practical approach

You can check your Matric or O-levels results using the free AIDLA Board Results tool.