High-level meeting convenes to probe alleged Cambridge Exam Paper Leak

ISLAMABAD, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - 14th May, 2026) In Islamabad, a high-level emergency meeting was convened at the Ministry of Interior on Thursday after alarming reports of alleged Cambridge examination paper leaks surfaced, triggering nationwide concern among students and parents.

Top government officials, investigators, and representatives of Cambridge Assessment International education rushed to address the situation as authorities ordered a full-scale probe into the suspected breach of the O Level Mathematics exam.

The meeting was convened at the Ministry of Interior and Narcotics Control, following the directions of Minister for Interior Mohsin Naqvi and Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui.

Chaired by Secretary Interior Muhammad Khurram Agha, the meeting brought together key officials, including Secretary Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training Nadeem Mahbub, representatives of Cambridge Assessment International Education, Director General National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency Syed Khurram Ali, officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Pakistan, and members of the British Council.

During the session, the Secretary MoFE&PT briefed the participants on the mounting concerns of the Government, parents, and students following reports of the alleged leak of the Cambridge O Level Mathematics examination paper. He highlighted the anxiety prevalent among thousands of candidates appearing in the ongoing examinations.

The British Deputy High Commissioner, also present in the meeting, informed participants that preliminary indications suggested the issue appeared to stem from a case of theft rather than an official breach within the Cambridge system.

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Representatives of CAIE reiterated that the organization upholds stringent global standards to ensure transparency and the integrity of examinations.

The Secretary of the MoFE&PT also drew attention to emerging reports of leakage involving another Cambridge examination paper. He urged CAIE to provide an official and timely clarification to address widespread concern and maintain trust in the examination system. Cambridge officials assured the participants that a formal update would be issued soon.

Expressing serious concern over the alleged leaks, Secretary Interior Khurram Agha underscored the need for coordinated and robust action. He directed the DG NCCIA to launch a comprehensive investigation in close coordination with Cambridge Assessment International Education, ensuring that all angles—including digital, logistical, and procedural vulnerabilities—are thoroughly examined. He stressed the importance of implementing all decisions taken in the meeting without delay and sharing findings promptly to maintain transparency and public confidence.

The meeting concluded with a consensus that Cambridge will enhance its system capacity to eliminate loopholes and reinforce processes governing the safe conduct of examinations. Officials emphasized that safeguarding the credibility of international examinations is essential to ensuring educational fairness for students across Pakistan.