The Sindh Education and Literacy Department has taken a decisive step by banning private schools following the Cambridge curriculum from forcing students to register as private candidates for examinations. This decision, reported by ARY News on February 4, 2026, was prompted by numerous complaints about the exploitation of students in certain upscale private schools. The Directorate of Inspection and Registration of Private Institutions Sindh emphasized that schools must not deny students the right to sit for examinations after collecting fees, describing such actions as a 'clear violation of the law.' The government has mandated that schools stop this practice immediately, warning that any institution found in violation will face consequences. Tribune Latest, in a February 3, 2026 article, echoed these sentiments, highlighting the unethical nature of these practices and the department's commitment to ensuring justice for students. Rafia Malah, Additional Registrar of Private Institutions Sindh, noted that complaints were particularly prevalent in posh areas, where schools charge 'exorbitant' fees.