Official Answer
Pakistani boards require 40% passing marks for Matric. The passing percentage is set at 40% instead of the prior standards of 33% for all education boards in Pakistan, including the Islamabad Board, Lahore Board, and Karachi Board.
In Pakistan, the 40% passing percentage is calculated for each subject, and students must achieve this percentage in order to pass their Matric exams. The new grading system has been implemented by the Inter Boards Coordination Committee, and it affects students in various cities, including Islamabad, Lahore, and Karachi.
- Subject-wise passing marks: Students must achieve 40% marks in each subject to pass.
- Calculation of passing percentage: The passing percentage is calculated based on the total marks obtained by the student in each subject.
- Comparison of passing marks: The passing marks for different boards in Pakistan, such as the Punjab Board and Sindh Board, may vary, but the overall passing percentage remains the same.
- Impact on college admissions and scholarships: The new grading system may affect college admissions and scholarships, as students with higher grades may have an advantage.
For more information on calculating percentages, you can use AIDLA's percentage calculator tool.