This is the official 2026 Mathematics pairing scheme for 2nd Year (Class 12), covering all Punjab Boards and Azad Kashmir (AJK). It follows the official SLO-based pattern with the full MCQ, short and long question breakdown.
For FSC and ICS students, Maths is a heavy-weight subject in 2nd Year, spanning 7 chapters. Knowing exactly which chapters and exercises carry the most marks helps you plan practice sessions more effectively.
Quick Facts
- Class: 2nd Year / 12th Class
- Subject: Mathematics
- Year: 2026
- Boards: All Punjab Boards + Azad Kashmir (AJK)
- Total Marks: 100 (MCQs 20 + Short 50 + Long 30)
- Format: PDF
Exam Pattern Breakdown
MCQs — 20 Marks
| Chapter | MCQs | Chapter | MCQs | Chapter | MCQs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 2 |
| 2 | 4 | 5 | 2 | ||
| 3 | 4 | 6 | 3 |
The 20 MCQs are distributed across all 7 chapters; Chapters 2 and 3 carry the most (four each).
Short Questions — 50 Marks
| Q.2 – Chapter | Qs | Q.3 – Chapter | Qs | Q.4 – Chapter | Qs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| 2 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 |
| 7 | 5 |
Attempt rules differ by question: Q.2 and Q.3 — attempt any 8 of the 12 offered in each; Q.4 — attempt any 9 of the 13 offered. Qs = number of questions offered from that chapter.
Long Questions — 30 Marks (Attempt 3 out of 5)
| Q.5 | Q.6 | Q.7 | Q.8 | Q.9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (a) Ch1 (b) Ch2 [Ex2.1–2.5] | (a) Ch2 [Ex2.6–2.10] (b) Ch3 [Ex3.1–3.4] | (a) Ch3 [Ex3.6–3.8] (b) Ch5 | (a) Ch6 [Ex6.1–6.4] (b) Ch4 | (a) Ch6 [Ex6.5–6.7] (b) Ch7 |
Attempt any 3 of the 5 long questions, each worth 10 marks. Chapters and exercise ranges are shown for parts (a) and (b); pairing can shift slightly across boards, so prepare exercises beyond this list too.
Important Things to Know
- Chapter 2 alone offers 8 short questions in Q.2 — the single heaviest short-question chapter.
- Long questions specify exact exercise ranges (e.g. Ex#2.1–2.5) — practise those exercises specifically, not just the chapter generally.
- This year’s SLO-based pattern may bring minor differences from previous years, though about 90% of this scheme is expected to hold.
- Chapters 2 and 3 together account for 8 of the 20 MCQ marks — prioritise these for objective preparation.
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Who Should Use This Pairing Scheme
This pairing scheme is for 2nd Year (12th Class) FSC and ICS students under Punjab Boards and AJK, since Mathematics is compulsory for both groups.
Applicable Boards
This pairing scheme applies directly to all Punjab Boards — Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Sargodha, Gujranwala, Sahiwal, Multan, Bahawalpur, and Dera Ghazi Khan — as well as Azad Kashmir (AJK), which follows the same Punjab textbook and exam pattern.
FAQs
Is this pairing scheme for 2nd Year (12th Class) students?
Yes, this pairing scheme is specifically for 2nd Year Mathematics, covering all Punjab Boards and AJK for the 2026 exams.
Can other students use this pairing scheme?
It is designed for 2nd Year students; 1st Year students should check the separate 1st Year Mathematics pairing scheme instead.
Is this the latest edition?
Yes, this is the updated 2026 pairing scheme for Punjab Boards.
Does it include solved exercises?
No, this is a pairing scheme showing the exam paper pattern and marks distribution, not a solved guide or notes.
Note: pairing schemes are exam guidance, not a guaranteed paper pattern. Full details: freebooks.pk/disclaimer
Study Resources for Mathematics 2nd Year
Free exam-preparation resources for Mathematics 2nd Year from the Freebooks.pk Editorial Team — the free PDF textbook. Study online or download.