National Assembly Forms Committee to Investigate Leaked A-Level Papers

The National Assembly Standing Committee on Education has formed a four-member sub-committee to investigate the recent leaks of A-level examination papers.

The decision was made during a committee meeting chaired by Azamuddin, where members presented evidence and raised concerns about repeated leaks. Assembly member Ali Sarfaraz stated that A-level papers, including mathematics, were leaked online in advance, with some papers reportedly available for purchase for as much as Rs. 60,000 per student. He added that leaks occurred on multiple dates, including April 15, May 2, and May 20, and warned that continued leaks could demoralize students.

Committee members questioned Cambridge’s oversight and demanded accountability, noting that the leaks have become a recurring issue. Video evidence of the leaks was submitted, and some members called for re-examinations in July to ensure fairness for all students.

Country Director Cambridge Uzma Yousuf maintained that the integrity of results has not been compromised and said a final statement would be issued after the last exam on June 11. She also noted that Cambridge is working with forensic experts and is open to collaborating with the federal board to address the issue.

The Executive Director of the Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC) highlighted that 1.2 million students take Cambridge exams in Pakistan and that the board had included additional schools to reduce the exam load. However, he said Cambridge has not disclosed the source of the leaks despite inquiries.

The committee appointed Sabeen Ghauri as the convener of the sub-committee, which has been tasked with conducting a thorough inquiry and submitting a report within a month.

The Higher Education Commission (HEC) chairman urged the forum not to undermine the reputation of Pakistan’s educational institutions, while the committee chairman emphasized the need for a transparent investigation to restore confidence in the examination system.