The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government will include Artificial Intelligence (AI) in school curricula from grades six to twelve starting March 2026. The move aims to equip students with modern tech skills and prepare them for the future job market. Education authorities plan to integrate 35 to 50 percent AI content across different grades.
However, challenges remain due to a lack of infrastructure and trained teachers. The province currently lacks 5,525 IT labs required to teach AI effectively in middle and higher secondary schools. Authorities say 225 labs are needed for higher secondary and 3,515 for middle schools to meet teaching requirements.
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To address the shortage of staff, the education department will hire 7,555 IT teachers. This recruitment will ensure that students receive proper training in AI topics and practical applications. Officials stress that teacher quality is key to making the AI program successful and sustainable.
The current computer science curriculum contains no AI-related content, making major revisions necessary. The integration will cover coding, AI concepts, and real-world applications. Authorities hope this initiative will prepare students for global technology trends and innovation-driven careers.
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The KP government expects AI education to start in March 2026 despite existing hurdles. Officials are working to upgrade facilities, train teachers, and roll out the curriculum province-wide. This step is part of Pakistan’s broader push to modernize education and embrace digital technologies.