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Punjab (PTB) · Last checked 30 October 2026

9th Class Chemistry pairing scheme 2026

60 marks · About 2 hours (objective and subjective) · 12 MCQs, 15 short questions, 2 long questions.

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Question wise paper pattern

QuestionTypeDetails
Q1Objective12 MCQs, 1 mark each (12 marks). The objective paper is collected first.
Q2Short questionsChapter 1 (1), chapter 2 (2), chapter 3 (2), chapter 4 (3). Attempt any 5 of 8, 2 marks each (10 marks).
Q3Short questionsChapter 5 (3), chapter 6 (2), chapter 7 (1), chapter 8 (2). Attempt any 5 of 8, 2 marks each (10 marks).
Q4Short questionsChapter 9 (3), chapter 10 (2), chapter 11 (3). Attempt any 5 of 8, 2 marks each (10 marks).
Q5 to Q7Long questionsAttempt any 2 of 3. Each has part (a) 4 marks and part (b) 5 marks (18 marks).

Marks summary

SectionGivenAttemptMarks eachTotal
MCQs1212112
Short questions2415230
Long questions32918
Total60

Chapter wise distribution

Where each chapter appears in the paper. Short and long question numbers show the question that draws from that chapter.

ChapterMCQsShort questionsLong question
1. States of Matter and Phase Changes1Q2Q5 (a)
2. Atomic Structure1Q2Q5 (b)
3. Chemical Bonding1Q2Q6 (a)
4. Stoichometry1Q2–
5. Energetics1Q3–
6. Equilibria1Q3–
7. Acid Base Chemistry1Q3Q6 (b)
8. Periodic Table and Periodicity1Q3Q7 (a)
9. Group Properties and Elements1Q4–
10. Environmental Chemistry1Q4Q7 (b)
11. Hydrocarbons2Q4–

Smart syllabus

PECTAA issued a revised smart syllabus (Accelerated Learning Programme) for Grade 9, notified on 7 November 2025, for the Annual Examination 2026. The deleted topic list is published only inside the official PDF, so we have not listed topics here.

Notes and sources

  • The published scheme covers chapters 1 to 11. Chapters 12 and 13 of the new book do not appear in it.
  • About 75% of marks test knowledge and 25% test analysis, according to the source.

Sources: FreeBooks.pk: Class 9 Chemistry pairing scheme · PECTAA Curriculum & Compliance (official smart syllabus notifications)

Punjab boards do not publish pairing schemes as text, and published schemes can disagree. Confirm with your board notification before the exam.

Practice paper formats

PaperPatternMarksTimeFree paper
Chapter test10 MCQs, 6 short questions, 2 long questions3040 minutesOpen
Quarter book12 MCQs, 8 short questions, 3 long questions401 hourOpen
Half book (board pattern)12 MCQs, 15 short questions, 2 long questions60About 2 hours (objective and subjective)Open
Full book (board pattern)12 MCQs, 15 short questions, 2 long questions60About 2 hours (objective and subjective)Open

Chemistry chapters

  1. CHAP 1: States of Matter and Phase Changes
  2. CHAP 2: Atomic Structure
  3. CHAP 3: Chemical Bonding
  4. CHAP 4: Stoichometry
  5. CHAP 5: Energetics
  6. CHAP 6: Equilibria
  7. CHAP 7: Acid Base Chemistry
  8. CHAP 8: Periodic Table and Periodicity
  9. CHAP 9: Group Properties and Elements
  10. CHAP 10: Environmental Chemistry
  11. CHAP 11: Hydrocarbons
  12. CHAP 12: Empirical Data Collection and Analysis
  13. CHAP 13: Laboratory and Practical Skills

Questions teachers ask

What is the 9th Class Chemistry paper scheme?

Punjab (PTB): 60 marks: 12 MCQs, 15 short questions, 2 long questions. Time: About 2 hours (objective and subjective). Confirm with your board notification before the exam.

How many MCQs are in the 9th Class Chemistry paper?

12 MCQs, 1 mark each.

Is there a smart syllabus for 9th Class Chemistry?

PECTAA issued a revised smart syllabus (Accelerated Learning Programme) for Grade 9, notified on 7 November 2025, for the Annual Examination 2026. The deleted topic list is published only inside the official PDF, so we have not listed topics here.

Is there a free 9th Class Chemistry board pattern paper?

Yes. Open the board pattern paper on this page. It follows this scheme and skips deleted chapters.