The Aga Khan Education Service, Pakistan (AKES,P) has introduced a comprehensive Computer-Based Testing (CBT) Framework for teacher recruitment, effective from the 2023 cycle onward. This structured approach ensures transparency, standardization, and alignment with the National Curriculum, offering a fair and rigorous assessment for aspiring educators across various teaching levels.
📋 What’s New in the CBT Framework?
The updated framework categorizes assessments based on teaching levels and subject combinations, with clearly defined marks allocation, curriculum scope, and time limits. It also includes a dedicated English Language Proficiency (ELP) test for all selected applicants.
🧾 CBT Structure Overview
| Teaching Level | Curriculum Scope | Marks | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Primary (PP I–III) | ECE to Grade III (English, Urdu, Math, GK/Childcare) | 60 marks | 75 mins |
| Primary (Combined Subjects) | Grade I–VII (Choose: English & S. Studies / Math & Science / Urdu & Islamiat) | 100 marks (50+50) | 120 mins |
| Primary (Separate Subjects) | Grade I–VII (English, S. Studies, Science, Math, Urdu, Islamiat) | 60 marks | 75 mins |
| Secondary (Grades VI–X) | Grade VI–XII in specific subject | 60 marks | 75 mins |
| Higher Secondary (Grades XI–XII) | Grade XI–XII in specific subject | 60 marks | 75 mins |
| Specialized Roles (PE, ICT, Counselling, Library) | Grade I–XII + subject-specific content | 60 marks | 75 mins |
| Academic Coordinators | Grade I–XII in specific subject | 100 marks | 120 mins |
| All Selected Applicants | English Language Proficiency (ELP) Test | 100 marks | 60 mins |
🧭 Orientation & Demo Session
Before the test begins, all applicants will receive a 30-minute orientation and demo to familiarize themselves with the CBT platform and procedures. This ensures a smooth and confident test-taking experience.
🎯 Why This Matters
This framework reflects AKES,P’s commitment to:
- Merit-based recruitment
- Curriculum-aligned assessments
- Digital literacy and modern evaluation methods
It empowers educators to demonstrate their subject knowledge and teaching readiness in a structured, equitable environment.