The annual 9th and 10th grade examinations began in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on Tuesday, with more than 917,000 students participating across the province’s eight educational boards.

The examinations are being conducted at 3,396 centres established throughout the province, including 1,808 for boys and 1,133 for girls.

Around 23,708 officials have been assigned to duty to ensure the smooth and orderly conduct of the exams.

To maintain transparency, CCTV cameras have been installed in all examination centres.

In addition, Section 144 has been imposed around exam halls to prevent any disturbances, the board administration confirmed.

The exams are being closely monitored to ensure fairness and security, with authorities emphasising strict adherence to rules and regulations.