Latest Government Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Notification: ETEA Removes Negative Marking in Education Tests

ETEA Testing System Updated – Key Amendment in Government Notification:

The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has issued a new Government Notification regarding amendments in the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Educational Testing & Evaluation Agency (ETEA) and the Directorate of Elementary & Secondary Education. This change aims to revise the existing testing system by eliminating the clause related to negative marking.

This decision is expected to benefit thousands of candidates applying for government jobs in KPK, as it ensures a fairer and more transparent evaluation system. The removal of negative marking will allow students to attempt questions with more confidence without the fear of losing marks unnecessarily. This update aligns with the government’s ongoing efforts to enhance the education system in Pakistan.

For complete details, please refer to the official notification below. Please find notification:

GOVERNMENT OF KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA
Educational Testing & Evaluation Agency (ETEA) Peshawar

NO. ETEA/2-169 2025/R/367                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Dated: 28/03/2025

To

The Director,
Elementary & Secondary Education,
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

SUBJECT:             AMENDMENT IN THE MOU SIGNED BETWEEN ETEA & DIRECTORATE OF ELEMENTARY & SECONDARY

                        I am directed to refer to the subject cited above and the MOU signed between the Directorate of Elementary and Secondary Education and this Agency dated 30^th January 2025 and state that in compliance to the clause 60 of the above referred MOU, this Agency intends to amend the clause 30 of the MOU to the extend of removing wording regarding negative marks. It is therefore requested that the clause 30 may kindly be read as follows:

“The qualifying marks for both stages of the test will be 50% of the total marks.”

Submitted for information, please.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR RECRUITMENT

What This ETEA Notification Means for Students and Job Aspirants:

This latest Government Notification from Khyber Pakhtunkhwa marks a significant step towards educational reforms in Pakistan. The removal of negative marking in ETEA tests will create a more balanced and encouraging environment for students and job aspirants. Many candidates had previously expressed concerns over the strict marking system, which often led to unfair results.

With this amendment, the KPK government aims to provide equal opportunities for all candidates appearing in ETEA recruitment exams. This update is expected to be widely welcomed by students, teachers, and education experts alike. Stay connected with Vocal Pakistan for more government updates, ETEA test news, and educational reforms in Pakistan.

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