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ISLAMABAD: Education experts, psychologists and parents have expressed concern after the Federal Board published the names and roll numbers of students penalized for using unfair means in the SSC 2026 examinations, urging the board to withdraw the notification.
The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) has come under criticism from education experts, psychologists and parents after publishing a notification containing the names, roll numbers and penalties of students found guilty of using unfair means in the Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Annual Examinations 2026.
The notification, issued alongside the SSC 2026 results, lists students penalized for examination violations, including cancellation of papers, financial penalties and, in some cases, disqualification from future examinations.
According to the notification, 24 students from SSC Part I (Grade 9) and 62 students from SSC Part II (Grade 10) were found involved in the use of unfair means. The board’s disciplinary committee imposed penalties in accordance with examination regulations.
Education experts said strict action against examination malpractice is necessary to ensure transparency and maintain the integrity of the examination system. However, they argued that publicly disclosing the identities of minor students raises serious concerns regarding children’s privacy, dignity and mental well-being.
They noted that in previous years examination boards generally disclosed only the number of unfair means cases while disciplinary proceedings remained confidential. According to the experts, publishing the names and roll numbers of students could expose them to long-term social stigma.
Psychologists warned that publicly identifying school-age students for examination misconduct could have lasting psychological consequences. They said affected students may experience anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, social isolation and, in extreme cases, may even lose interest in continuing their education.
Parents also voiced concern, saying the publication of students’ identities places unnecessary social pressure on entire families. They argued that families often face embarrassment within their communities while also bearing additional financial costs for re-examinations, tuition and other academic expenses.
Education experts emphasized that while violations of examination rules must be dealt with firmly, disciplinary measures should focus on rehabilitation rather than creating lifelong public embarrassment for young students. They noted that in many countries, the identities of students involved in such cases are kept confidential, with decisions communicated only to the student, parents and the relevant educational institution.
The experts urged the FBISE Controller of Examinations to withdraw the notification and adopt a policy that continues to enforce examination rules while safeguarding students’ privacy, dignity and future. They stressed that maintaining a balance between academic accountability and children’s fundamental rights is essential.
