Punjab Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education Act 1976 (PDF)

Act XIIIPunjab Act of 1976
3 Amendments1985, 1992 and 2001
19 PagesFull Act document
All Punjab BoardsSame law applies
Table of Contents5
  1. Punjab Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education Act 1976
  2. Amendment History
  3. What the Act Covers, in Simple Words
  4. Act, Rules and Regulations: What Is the Difference?
  5. Frequently Asked Questions

Punjab Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education Act 1976

This Act is the law under which BISE Gujranwala and the other education boards of Punjab are set up and work. It is Punjab Act No. XIII of 1976, and the Board's official copy is the amended version, updated by three later ordinances.

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Punjab Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education Act 1976Official amended copy, 19 pages

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Amendment History

  1. 1976Original ActPunjab Act No. XIII of 1976 is passed.
  2. 1985First amendmentAmended by Punjab Ordinance No. XXXIII of 1985.
  3. 1992Second amendmentAmended by Punjab Ordinance No. XXIII of 1992.
  4. 2001Third amendmentAmended by Punjab Ordinance No. XLVII of 2001.

What the Act Covers, in Simple Words

Setting up the BoardsHow each Board is constituted and the area it serves.
OfficersThe Board's officers, including the Chairman, Secretary and Controller of Examinations.
CommitteesCommittees that help run the Board's academic, financial and administrative work.
Powers and functionsWhat the Board can do, from holding exams and declaring results to affiliating institutions.

For a simple list of the Board's functions under this Act, read our page on what BISE Gujranwala does.

Act, Rules and Regulations: What Is the Difference?

Act
The main lawPassed by the Government. It creates the Board and gives it its powers.
Rules
How the law is appliedDetailed rules made under the Act for running the Board's affairs.
Regulations
Day-to-day proceduresThe Board's own regulations on examinations, eligibility, registration and related matters.

For legal matters: This page explains the Act in simple words for general understanding only. For any legal case or official purpose, rely on the official PDF and seek advice from a qualified lawyer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Under which law was BISE Gujranwala established?

BISE Gujranwala was established under the Punjab Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education Act 1976, which is Punjab Act No. XIII of 1976.

Has the Act 1976 been amended?

Yes. The Board's official copy shows amendments made by Punjab Ordinances of 1985, 1992 and 2001.

Does the same Act apply to other Punjab boards?

Yes. The Act applies to the boards of intermediate and secondary education in Punjab, including Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan and others.

Where can I download the Act 1976 PDF?

Use the Open PDF or Download button on this page to get the Board's official copy of the Act.

Is this the official BISE Gujranwala website?

No. This is an independent information portal. The PDF shared here is the Board's published document, provided for easy access.