1st Year Passing Marks of all Punjab boards 2026
Students preparing for the 1st-year (Intermediate Part-I) exams should obtain at least 33% marks in each subject to pass the exam. Understanding the minimum required 1st Year Passing Marks helps students to plan their preparation effectively and avoid confusion.
Passing marks for all the punjab boards are 33%. IBCC said it is changed to 40% istead of 33% percent but there is’nt any confirmed news yet from punjab boards. In past five year this news gain attention every time but doesn’t followed yet in any year.
1st Year Passing Marks in Pakistan (2026)
As per the traditional and currently followed system, the passing marks for 1st year exams in Pakistan are:
👉 33% marks in each subject
This means students must score at least 33% of the total marks in every subject to pass. Some students have confusion that they have to obtain 33% over all from the total marks. But this isn’t how it works. Students must obtain 33% in each subject to pass the Intermediate Part-1 examination.
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1st Year Theory and Practical Passing Marks
For science students (FSc Pre-Medical / Pre-Engineering):
- 33% marks in theory (written exam)
- 33% marks in practical exams
- Passing all subjects separately is compulsory
- Failing even one subject means you will need to reappear
Both must be passed separately to pass the 1st year examination.
Subject-Wise Total Marks & Passing Marks (1st Year – 2026)
The passing criteria for Intermediate Part-I (1st Year) across Punjab Boards follow the 33% rule in each subject, including both theory and practical.
 Compulsory Subjects Passing Marks (1st Year 2026)
These subjects are mandatory for all students across the Punjab Boards.
| Subject | Total Marks | Passing Marks (33%) |
|---|---|---|
| English | 100 | 33 |
| Urdu | 100 | 33 |
| Islamiat | 50 | 17 |
| Pakistan Studies | 50 | 17 |
Arts Subjects Passing Marks (FA – Intermediate Part-I)
These marks apply to students in the Arts (FA) group.
| Subject | Total Marks | Passing Marks (33%) |
|---|---|---|
| Civics | 100 | 33 |
| Education | 100 | 33 |
| Economics | 100 | 33 |
| Psychology | 100 | 33 |
| Sociology | 100 | 33 |
| History | 100 | 33 |
| Geography | 100 | 33 |
 Science Subjects Passing Marks (FSc – Pre-Medical / Pre-Engineering)
For science students, theory and practical passing is separate and compulsory.
| Subject | Type | Total Marks | Passing Marks (33%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | Theory | 85 | 28 |
| Physics | Practical | 15 | 5 |
| Chemistry | Theory | 85 | 28 |
| Chemistry | Practical | 15 | 5 |
| Biology | Theory | 85 | 28 |
| Biology | Practical | 15 | 5 |
| Mathematics | Theory | 100 | 33 |
| Computer Science | Theory | 75 | 25 |
| Computer Science | Practical | 25 | 8 |
Rumors About Passing Marks Increasing to 40%
Recently, there have been rumors circulating among students that passing marks may be increased from 33% to 40%.
However:
- âť— No official confirmed notification for all boards.
- âť— Most boards are still following the 33% passing criteria
Students are advised to rely only on official board announcements and not panic due to unverified news.
Applicability Across Boards
Given boards are using 33% passing marks rule :
Punjab board includes
Conclusion
The 1st year passing marks in Pakistan for 2026 is 33% innstead of 40% for each subject in the current system. There are rumours about an increase to 40%, but no official confirmation has been made. Students should stay focused on their preparation and follow updates from their respective boards.
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