{
  "id": 14454392,
  "title": "Punjab Announces Second Annual Technical Education Exam Dates",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/punjab-announces-second-annual-technical-education-exam-dates",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-14T12:32:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "ProPakistani",
    "slug": "propakistani",
    "url": "https://propakistani.pk/2026/10/14/punjab-announces-second-annual-technical-education-exam-dates/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Punjab Board of Technical Education (PBTE) in Lahore has outlined the exam timetable for the second annual examinations in 2026. These exams will assess candidates for the Diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE) and Diploma in Dress Designing and Dress Making. Practical assessments are set to commence on November 18, while theory exams will kick off on December 18, 2026.\n\nThe board has also provided details on the payment deadlines for the examination fees. Students can remit the regular fee by October 27. Those willing to pay double fees must do so by November 2, and those opting for triple fees need to submit payment by November 9. Individuals facing hardship can pay the fees until November 16, provided they fulfill the requirement of triple fees and a fine of Rs. 500 per day.\n\nThe PBTE has instructed all educational institutions to disseminate this exam schedule. Interested candidates can explore international scholarship opportunities on the EduNation website. This announcement was made by the board, following directives from the Controller of Examinations, Malik Irfan Qasim.",
  "summary": "The Punjab Board of Technical Education (PBTE), Lahore, has announced the schedule for its second annual examinations 2026, covering the … Read More The post Punjab Announces Second Annual Technical Education Exam Dates appeared first on ProPakistani .",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "ProPakistani",
        "title": "Federal Board Announces HSSC Second Annual Exam Date Sheet for 2026",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/federal-board-announces-hssc-second-annual-exam-date-sheet-for-2026",
        "published": "2026-10-14T11:52:33.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}