New Matric Scheme of Studies 2027: Biology & Computer Science Groups
New Matric Science Group Scheme of Studies 2026-27 | 1200 Marks, Theory & Practical Distribution – PCTB Punjab
📘 New Matric Scheme of Studies 2026-27 – Biology & Computer Science Groups
Explore the New Matric Scheme of Studies 2026-27 for Punjab Boards, covering the Biology Group and Computer Science Group for Class 9 and Class 10. The Punjab Curriculum and Textbook Board (PCTB) approved the updated Science Group scheme with a total of 1200 marks for matriculation. This complete guide explains the latest Matric Biology and Computer Science subjects, Class 9 and Class 10 marks distribution, theory and practical examination structure, weekly teaching periods, and co-curricular activities. Students, parents and teachers can use this information to understand the Punjab Board Matric New Syllabus and examination scheme for the 2026-27 academic session.
🎓 Introduction to the New Matric Science Group Scheme
The Punjab Boards have a common Matric Science Group Scheme of Studies for students studying in Grades IX and X. Under this scheme, students can choose either Biology or Computer Science & Entrepreneurship along with compulsory subjects, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.
The revised scheme provides a structured combination of academic subjects, practical learning and co-curricular activities. It also explains how marks and weekly periods are distributed between Class 9 and Class 10.
📌 Important Details of Punjab Board Matric Scheme 2026-27
🔬 Biology Group or 💻 Computer Science Group?
Students have two subject options in the Science Group. They study the same core subjects, but select one of the following subjects according to their academic interest.
🧬 Biology Group
Students selecting Biology study Biology along with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and other compulsory subjects. The Biology subject includes theory and practical examinations.
💻 Computer Science Group
Students selecting Computer Science & Entrepreneurship study computer-related concepts and practical learning along with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and other compulsory subjects.
📚 Class 9 and Class 10 Subjects – Science Group
The following subjects are included in the Matric Science Group Scheme of Studies 2026-27:
- Translation of the Holy Quran
- Urdu
- English
- Islamiyat
- Pakistan Studies
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology OR Computer Science & Entrepreneurship
📊 Class 9 and Class 10 Total Marks Distribution
The complete Matric Science Group carries 1200 marks. The marks distribution differs slightly depending on whether a student selects Biology or Computer Science.
🧬 Biology Group Marks
| Class | Total Marks |
|---|---|
| Class 9 (Grade IX) | 555 |
| Class 10 (Grade X) | 645 |
| Grand Total | 1200 |
💻 Computer Science Group Marks
| Class | Total Marks |
|---|---|
| Class 9 (Grade IX) | 545 |
| Class 10 (Grade X) | 655 |
| Grand Total | 1200 |
📖 Compulsory Subjects and Marks Distribution
The following table explains the marks allocated to the common academic subjects in the Matric Science Group.
| Subject | Class 9 | Class 10 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Translation of Holy Quran | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| Urdu | 75 | 75 | 150 |
| English | 75 | 75 | 150 |
| Islamiyat | 100 | — | 100 |
| Pakistan Studies | — | 100 | 100 |
| Mathematics | 75 | 75 | 150 |
| Physics | 60 | 90 | 150 |
| Chemistry | 60 | 90 | 150 |
| Biology OR Computer Science | 60 / 50 | 90 / 100 | 150 |
Note: The final row shows Biology marks first and Computer Science & Entrepreneurship marks second.
🧬 Biology Subject – Theory and Practical Marks
Biology includes both theory and practical examinations in Class 9 and Class 10. Students receive 60 theory marks in Class 9 and 60 theory plus 30 practical marks in Class 10.
| Class | Theory | Practical | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 9 | 60 | — | 60 |
| Class 10 | 60 | 30 | 90 |
| Total | 120 | 30 | 150 |
💻 Computer Science & Entrepreneurship – Theory and Practical Marks
Computer Science & Entrepreneurship is an alternative to Biology in the Matric Science Group. It carries 150 marks, including theory and practical assessment.
| Class | Theory | Practical | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 9 | 50 | — | 50 |
| Class 10 | 50 | 50 | 100 |
| Total | 100 | 50 | 150 |
⚗️ Physics and Chemistry – Theory & Practical Marks
Physics and Chemistry are compulsory subjects in both Biology and Computer Science groups. Each subject carries 150 marks, with theory and practical assessment.
| Subject | Class 9 | Class 10 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physics | 60 | 60 Theory + 30 Practical | 150 |
| Chemistry | 60 | 60 Theory + 30 Practical | 150 |
⏰ Weekly Teaching Periods – Matric Science Group
According to the approved scheme, students have 45 weekly periods in each academic class. The academic subjects account for 43 periods, while two additional periods are allocated to co-curricular activities.
| Subject | Weekly Periods |
|---|---|
| Translation of Holy Quran | 3 |
| Urdu | 5 |
| English | 5 |
| Islamiyat (Class 9) | 6 |
| Pakistan Studies (Class 10) | 6 |
| Mathematics | 6 |
| Physics | 4 Theory + 2 Practical |
| Chemistry | 4 Theory + 2 Practical |
| Biology OR Computer Science | 4 Theory + 2 Practical |
| Academic Periods | 43 |
| Co-Curricular Activities | 2 |
| Total Weekly Periods | 45 |
🏅 Co-Curricular Activities in the New Matric Scheme
The scheme also includes activities to support students’ confidence, teamwork, critical thinking and personal development.
- 🎤 Tutorials, speeches and quizzes
- 💡 Critical thinking-based activities
- 🛡️ Civil Defence
- 🩺 Nursing and First Aid
- 🤝 Community Service
- ⚽ Games and Sports
👨🎓 Who Should Read the New Matric Science Scheme?
This complete Matric Scheme of Studies 2026-27 is useful for:
- Class 8 students planning admission to Class 9.
- Class 9 and Class 10 Biology Group students.
- Class 9 and Class 10 Computer Science Group students.
- Parents comparing Biology and Computer Science subject options.
- Teachers preparing academic timetables and lesson plans.
- School administrators implementing the Punjab Board scheme.
📥 Explore the Complete Matric Scheme of Studies 2026-27
Visit the complete article for the approved Punjab Board Biology and Computer Science Group scheme, subject details, marks distribution, practical assessment and weekly periods.
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The New Approved Scheme of Studies for Matric Science Group 2026-27 introduces an updated academic structure with a total of 1200 marks for Classes 9 and 10 under the Punjab education system. Approved by the Punjab Curriculum and Textbook Board (PCTB), Government of the Punjab, the new Matric Study Scheme provides revised subject-wise marks distribution, theory and practical examination weightage, and weekly teaching periods for Class 9 and Class 10. This updated scheme covers the Science Group in Matric, including Biology Group and Computer Science Group, and explains the allocation of theory marks, practical marks, and academic periods for each subject. Students, teachers, parents, and school administrators can explore the complete Matric 1200 Marks Scheme 2026-27 to understand the revised examination structure, subject combinations, and new study groups introduced for matriculation education in Punjab.
No. M-49-03/PCTB/2024: In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 9(3)(c) of the Punjab Curriculum and Textbook Board Act, 2015 and in pursuance of the decision taken in 121st meeting of the Board of Governors of the PCTB held on 03.12.2024, the Schemes of Studies for Humanities Group (Annex-A) and Science Group (Annex-B) of Matric / Secondary School Level (Grades IX-X) is hereby notified for implementation with effect from the Academic Session 2025-26 onwards.
- PS to the Minister for School Education, Government of the Punjab
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- PS to the Chairperson, PBCC
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- Deputy Director (IT) with the request to upload this notification on PCTB’s website
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Here is Scheme of studies for Biology Group and Computer science Group 1200 marks.
(SCIENCE GROUP) GRADES IX-X
| Sr. No. | Subjects / Activities | Periods(Theory + Practical) | Marks(Theory + Practical) | Total Marks | Medium | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | Recitation from the Holy Quran, Dua and National Anthem | During Morning Assembly | |||||
| B | Core Subjects | IX | X | IX | X | ||
| 1 | Translation of Holy Quran | 3 | 3 | 50 | 50 | 100 | UM |
| 2 | Urdu | 5 | 5 | 75 | 75 | 150 | — |
| 3 | English | 5 | 5 | 75 | 75 | 150 | — |
| 4 | Islamiyat | 6 | — | 100 | — | 100 | UM |
| 5 | Pakistan Studies | — | 6 | — | 100 | 100 | UM / EM |
| 6 | Mathematics | 6 | 6 | 75 | 75 | 150 | UM / EM |
| 7 | Physics | 4 + 2 | 4 + 2 | 60 | 60 + 30 | 150 | UM / EM |
| 8 | Chemistry | 4 + 2 | 4 + 2 | 60 | 60 + 30 | 150 | UM / EM |
| 9 | • BiologyOR | 4 + 2 | 4 + 2 | 60 | 60 + 30 | 150 | UM / EM |
• Computer Science & Entrepreneurship | 4 + 2 | 4 + 2 | 50 | 50 + 50 | 150 | UM / EM | |
| Total: | 43 | 43 | 555/545 | 645/655 | 1200 | ||
| C | Co-curricular Activities | ||||||
| Tutorial (Speech, Quizzes, Critical Thinking Based Activities) | 1 | 1 | A/B/C | A/B/C | A/B/C | ||
| Civil Defence / Nursing & First Aid, Community Service and Games & Sports | 1 | 1 | A/B/C | A/B/C | A/B/C | ||
| Total: | 45 | 45 | 555/545 | 645/655 | 1200 | ||
