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BISE Gujranwala Scheme of Studies for SSC and HSSC
The scheme of studies tells you which subjects you will study in each group, how many marks each subject carries, and how the marks are split between Part-I (Class 9 or 11) and Part-II (Class 10 or 12). All Punjab boards, including BISE Gujranwala, follow the same scheme. Below you will find both official documents and a simple breakdown of every Intermediate group.
Official Documents
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Compulsory Subjects for Every Intermediate Group
Whatever group you choose, these subjects are common. Their marks are the same in every 1200-mark group:
| Subject | Part-I (11th) | Part-II (12th) |
|---|---|---|
| Urdu (or Pakistani Culture for foreign students) | 100 | 100 |
| English | 100 | 100 |
| Islamic Education (or Religious Education for non-Muslims) | 50 | - |
| Translation of the Holy Quran (or Ethics / Civics for non-Muslims) | 50 | 50 |
| Pakistan Studies | - | 50 |
| Compulsory total | 300 | 300 |
Translation of the Holy Quran was added as a subject on the instructions of the Punjab Curriculum and Textbook Board in 2022.
Intermediate Groups, Subjects and Marks
Marks are shown as Part-I + Part-II, plus practical where the subject has one. Each group adds 600 elective marks to the 600 compulsory marks, for a total of 1200.
Pre-Medical1200 marks
- Biology85 + 85 + 30 practical
- Physics85 + 85 + 30 practical
- Chemistry85 + 85 + 30 practical
For MBBS, BDS, pharmacy, nursing and other health sciences.
Pre-Engineering1200 marks
- Mathematics100 + 100
- Physics85 + 85 + 30 practical
- Chemistry85 + 85 + 30 practical
For engineering, architecture and many science degrees.
General Science (ICS)1200 marks
- Physics, Maths, StatisticsOption A
- Maths, Economics, StatisticsOption B
- Economics, Maths, Computer ScienceOption C
- Maths, Statistics, Computer ScienceOption D
- Maths, Physics, Computer ScienceOption E
Choose any one combination of three subjects.
Commerce (I.Com)1200 marks
- Principles of Accounting100 + 100
- Principles of Economics / Commercial Geography75 + 75
- Principles of Commerce with Banking or Computer Studies75 + 75
- Business Mathematics / Statistics50 + 50
In Part-II, Computer Studies is 50 theory + 25 practical.
Humanities (Arts)1200 marks
- Three elective subjects200 marks each
- Chosen from28 elective options
See the elective list below.
Islamic Studies1200 marks
- Arabic100 + 100
- Islamic Studies (Fiqh and Usul-e-Fiqh)100 + 100
- Islamic History and Culture100 + 100
Part-II of Islamic History has two options to choose from.
Home Economics1200 marks
- Part-I: Biology, Chemistry35 + 15 practical each
- Part-I: Home Management, Clothing & Textiles85 + 15 practical each
- Part-II: Applied Art, Food & Nutrition85 + 15 practical each
- Part-II: Child Development & Family Living85 + 15 practical
Medical Technology600 + 600 marks
- Medical Lab, Dental Hygiene300 marks per part
- Operation Theatre, Medical Imaging300 marks per part
- Physiotherapy, Ophthalmic300 marks per part
Opt one of six technology groups. The scheme notes that their syllabus is not yet available.
Humanities Elective Subjects
Humanities students choose three of these subjects. Most carry 200 marks; subjects with practicals usually split them as 85 + 85 + 30, while Fine Arts and Music are mostly practical (40 + 40 + 120).
Improvement of Marks: 4 Chances in 3 Years
- Four chancesAfter passing SSC or HSSC, you get four exam chances within three years to improve your marks, in the same subjects or group, under the current syllabus.
- Your choice of papersYou can improve one or more subjects, Part-I, Part-II, or the whole exam. Once your result improves, you cannot appear again.
- No higher qualificationYou must not have completed the next level. For SSC that means HSSC; for HSSC it means an Associate Degree, BS or equivalent.
- Grade E or DCandidates with overall grade E or D can use the four chances until they reach grade C (50% marks).
- After a two-year gapIf you appear two years after passing, you must give an affidavit that you have not gained a higher qualification. Your result sheet and certificate will show the number of attempts.
Additional subjects: You can also appear in extra subjects from the same board where you passed. For an HSSC subject with practicals, you must take admission as a regular student in an affiliated institution, attend classes and do the practicals. Check our registration rules and migration rules as well.
How to Choose the Right Group
Think about your goal
Pre-Medical leads to health sciences, Pre-Engineering to engineering, ICS to computing, I.Com to business and accounting, and Humanities to law, social sciences and many other fields.
Check what your college offers
Institutions can teach only the subjects they are affiliated for. Confirm your group before admission on our affiliated institutes page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total marks of Intermediate in BISE Gujranwala?
Most Intermediate groups carry 1200 marks: 600 in Part-I (11th) and 600 in Part-II (12th). Home Economics and Medical Technology are set as 600 marks per class.
What are the compulsory subjects in Intermediate?
Urdu, English, Islamic Education, Translation of the Holy Quran and Pakistan Studies. Non-Muslim and foreign students have alternatives such as Ethics, Civics or Pakistani Culture.
What are the subjects of Pre-Medical?
Biology, Physics and Chemistry, each with 85 + 85 theory marks and 30 practical marks, along with the compulsory subjects.
What subject combinations are available in ICS (General Science)?
Five combinations: Physics, Maths, Statistics; Maths, Economics, Statistics; Economics, Maths, Computer Science; Maths, Statistics, Computer Science; and Maths, Physics, Computer Science.
How many electives can I choose in Humanities?
You choose three elective subjects, usually 200 marks each, from a list of 28 options.
How many chances do I get for improvement of marks?
Four chances within three years of passing, provided you have not obtained a higher qualification. Candidates with grade E or D can use them until they reach grade C.
Is the scheme of studies the same for all Punjab boards?
Yes. The scheme is common to all boards of intermediate and secondary education in Punjab.
Is this the official BISE Gujranwala website?
No. This is an independent information portal. The PDFs on this page are the Board's published documents, shared for easy access.