This is the official 2026 Computer Science 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 ICS students, Computer Science remains a core subject in 2nd Year across 14 chapters. Knowing exactly which chapters are tested, and how the choice-based long questions work, saves time when planning revision.
Quick Facts
- Class: 2nd Year / 12th Class
- Subject: Computer Science
- Year: 2026
- Boards: All Punjab Boards + Azad Kashmir (AJK)
- Total Marks: 75 (MCQs 15 + Short 36 + Long 24)
- Format: PDF
Exam Pattern Breakdown
MCQs — 15 Marks
| Chapter | MCQs | Chapter | MCQs | Chapter | MCQs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 11 | 1 |
| 2 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 1 |
| 3 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 13 | 1 |
| 4 | 1 | 9 | 2 | 14 | 1 |
| 5 | 1 | 10 | 1 |
The 15 MCQs are distributed across all 14 chapters; Chapter 7 carries none this time.
Short Questions — 36 Marks (Attempt any 6 out of 9 in each)
| Q.2 – Chapter | Qs | Q.3 – Chapter | Qs | Q.4 – Chapter | Qs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 11 | 3 |
| 2 | 2 | 10 | 4 | 12 | 3 |
| 4 | 2 | 14 | 2 | 13 | 3 |
| 5 | 2 |
Qs = number of questions offered from that chapter. Students attempt any 6 of the 9 offered in each of Q.2, Q.3 and Q.4.
Long Questions — 24 Marks (Attempt 1 from Q.5–Q.6, 2 from Q.7–Q.9)
| Q.5 | Q.6 | Q.7 | Q.8 | Q.9 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ch 1 or Ch 3 | Ch 6 or Ch 7 | Ch 8 or Ch 9 (Theory) | Ch 11 | Ch 12 |
Q.5 and Q.6 offer a choice — attempt any 1. Q.7, Q.8 and Q.9 offer three options — attempt any 2. Q.7 is theory-based (from either Ch.8 or Ch.9).
Important Things to Know
- Chapter 7 carries zero MCQs this year, unlike most other chapters — don’t over-invest objective prep there.
- The long-question section has a unique choice pattern: pick 1 of 2 for Q.5/Q.6, then 2 of 3 for Q.7–Q.9.
- Chapters 8, 9, 10 and 11 together carry the most short and long question weight — prioritise these.
- This year’s SLO-based pattern may bring minor differences from previous years, though about 90% of this scheme is expected to hold.
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Who Should Use This Pairing Scheme
This pairing scheme is for 2nd Year (12th Class) ICS students under Punjab Boards and AJK, since Computer Science is compulsory for this group.
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 Computer Science, 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 Computer Science 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 Computer Science 2nd Year
Free exam-preparation resources for Computer Science 2nd Year from the Freebooks.pk Editorial Team — the free PDF textbook, chapter-wise notes (definitions, short & long questions and MCQs). Study online or download.