ISLAMABAD, May 7 — Cambridge International Education (CIE) has officially canceled the AS-Level Mathematics (9709/12) paper after confirming it was “shared prematurely” on social media. In a statement released Thursday, the examination board announced that a new version of the exam will be held on June 9, 2026, for all candidates in the affected regions, including Pakistan, South Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. CIE emphasized that the leaked paper cannot be used for grading and that a fresh exam is necessary to ensure fair outcomes and maintain the integrity of results for university admissions.
Quick Facts
New Exam Date: June 9, 2026 (Tuesday).
Affected Paper: AS-Level Mathematics (9709/12).
Regions Impacted: Pakistan, South Asia, Middle East, Africa, and Europe.
- Candidates and schools will not be charged for the retake.
- The original result date of August 11 remains unchanged.
- An active investigation is underway with law enforcement to identify those responsible.
Cambridge International Education (CIE) has officially cancelled the AS Level Mathematics Paper 9709/12 after confirming that the examination paper was leaked prior to the scheduled test, raising serious concerns over exam security and fairness.
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CIE acknowledged the frustration and disappointment felt by students and their families but maintained that “calculated assessments” would not be used, as a physical retake is the only way to deliver trusted grades. Detailed instructions regarding question paper logistics will be shared with schools by May 15. The board also warned that individuals found involved in the leak face permanent disqualification from all Cambridge qualifications. Students are encouraged to continue focusing on their remaining scheduled examinations while the board works to remove fraudulent “leaks” circulating on social media.
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