Chemistry is a basic science subject for 9th grade students that is based on the study of matter, elements, and chemical changes. For the 2025 exams, the Punjab Textbook Board has released the 9th class Chemistry Paper Scheme 2025 so that students can clearly know from which chapter how many marks the questions will appear in the exam. This scheme is the same for all Punjab boards like Lahore, Rawalpindi, Faisalabad, Multan, Sargodha, Gujranwala, Bahawalpur, Sahiwal, and D.G. Khan.
Complete Details of 9th class Chemistry Paper Scheme 2025
Below is a description of the three sections of the Chemistry paper — MCQs, Short Questions, and Long Questions — so that you can prepare better for the exam.
9th Class Chemistry Pairing Scheme 2025
| Section | Description | Included Chapter | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCQs (Objective) | Each question will carry 1 mark | 1–1 MCQ from all 8 chapters | 12 marks |
| Short Questions (Part B) | Each question will carry 2 marks | As per the distribution given below | 30 marks |
| Long Questions (Part C) | Each question will have two parts; both parts of 3 questions are to be solved | As per the distribution given below | 24 marks |
Short Questions Scheme
| Question Number | Included Chapters | Instruction |
|---|---|---|
| Q#2 | Chapter 1, 2, 3 | Answer any 5 questions |
| Q#3 | Chapter 4, 5, 6 | Answer any 5 questions |
| Q#4 | Chapter 7, 8 | Answer any 5 questions |
Long Questions Scheme
| Question Number | Chapters | Instruction |
|---|---|---|
| Q#5 | (a) Chapter 1 – Fundamentals of Chemistry (b) Chapter 2 – Structure of Atoms | Both parts of any 3 questions are to be solved |
| Q#6 | (a) Chapter 3 – Periodic Table (b) Chapter 4 – Chemical Bonding | |
| Q#7 | (a) Chapter 5 – Physical States of Matter (b) Chapter 6 – Solutions | |
| Q#8 | (a) Chapter 7 – Electrochemistry (b) Chapter 8 – Chemical Reactivity |
Important Points for Preparation
- Remember the chemical equations and concepts of each chapter well.
- Practice numerical problems (wherever they are) completely.
- Make a balanced study plan as per the scheme.
- Focus more on the chapters from which long questions often come, like Chemical Bonding and Electrochemistry.
9th Class Chemistry Pairing Scheme 2025 PDF Download
If you want to get this scheme in PDF, then download it from the link given below:
FAQs
Q1: Is this scheme only for Lahore Board?
No, this scheme is the same for all Punjab Education Boards.
Q2: What are the total marks of the paper?
The Chemistry paper consists of 60 marks: 12 marks Objective + 48 marks Subjective.
Q3: How many Long Questions will there be?
5 long questions will be given, out of which 3 questions have to be solved in both parts.
Q4: What are the important chapters according to the scheme?
Chemical Bonding, Electrochemistry, and Structure of Atoms are the important chapters from which questions of high marks are often asked.
