The alleged leakage of Cambridge O/A Level examination papers may have originated outside Pakistan, a parliamentary committee was told.
Officials from the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) shared the findings with the National Assembly Standing Committee on Federal Education and Professional Training.
According to the agency, investigators found no evidence that the leak originated within Pakistan.
However, the investigation faces limitations because the NCCIA cannot directly access servers located abroad.
NCCIA Finds No Evidence of Local Leak
The NCCIA told lawmakers that its investigation found no evidence linking the alleged paper leak to Pakistan.
However, overseas servers could still play a role in the incident.
The agency does not have direct access to servers located outside Pakistan. Therefore, investigators cannot independently determine the exact source of the alleged leak.
They also cannot fully establish where or how the information may have been extracted from overseas systems.
The government ordered an investigation in May after students and parents raised concerns about the alleged leakage.
Authorities assigned the NCCIA to investigate the matter in coordination with Cambridge Assessment International Education (CAIE).
Committee Raises Concerns Over Drug Use
The parliamentary committee also discussed the growing presence of narcotics in educational institutions.
Members called for stronger cooperation between relevant government agencies.
They specifically urged better coordination among the Anti-Narcotics Force (ANF), police, Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Federal Directorate of Education (FDE).
The committee also requested verified data on drug-related cases in educational institutions.
The information should include reported cases, action taken by authorities and coordination mechanisms.
It also sought details about penalties imposed on individuals involved in such cases.
More Support Sought for Students With Dyslexia
Meanwhile, lawmakers called for stronger support for students with dyslexia.
The Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE) told the committee about measures already available for such students.
These measures include additional examination time and reading assistance for students who require support.
The Inter Boards Coordination Commission (IBCC) also outlined plans to improve facilities nationwide.
The commission said it would coordinate with examination boards across Pakistan.
The goal is to promote consistent examination support for students with dyslexia.
The developments highlight the need for stronger coordination across Pakistan’s education system. While authorities continue investigating the Cambridge paper leak, lawmakers also want better safeguards against drugs and improved support for students with learning difficulties.
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