Higher Education Commission (HEC) New Jobs 2026 – Apply Online for Director General Vacancies in Islamabad

The Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan has announced a premium career opportunity for highly experienced senior professionals. HEC is currently inviting online applications for the regular position of Director General (BPS-20). The selected candidates may be posted anywhere at HEC, including its Regional Centres located in Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, and Quetta.

This is a regular employment opportunity aimed at inducting competent individuals with a strong background in general or university administration. The primary purpose of this hiring is to fill executive-level administrative roles within the commission. Candidates possessing extensive professional experience in government, semi-government, or autonomous bodies are highly encouraged to apply through the official HEC careers portal.

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Required Qualifications & Skills

• PhD degree with 13 years of experience in the relevant field in BPS-17 and above or equivalent in a Government / Semi-Government / Public Sector Organization / Autonomous body / Corporation. OR

• MPhil (18 years education) with 15 years of experience in the relevant field in BPS-17 and above or equivalent. OR

• Master’s degree (16 years education) with 17 years of experience in the relevant field in BPS-17 and above or equivalent.

• Mandatory: 10 years of experience in General / University Administration is strictly mandatory for all applicants.

• Note: “Experience” means experience gained after obtaining the required qualification. Part-time, honorary, apprentice, and internee positions will not be counted as experience.

Why Apply for This Job?

• Opportunity to secure a prestigious BPS-20 regular position within the federal government structure.

• Direct involvement in shaping and administering the higher education landscape of Pakistan.

• Excellent job security, stability, and long-term career advancement.

• Placement opportunities across major metropolitan centers including Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, and Peshawar.

Notes / Terms & Conditions

• Application Fee: An application processing fee of Rs. 1500/- must be deposited via 1Link service using a Mobile Banking App or Mobile Wallet.

• Quota Breakdown: Merit = 1, Punjab = 2, Sindh (R) = 1, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa = 1. Total Posts = 05.

• Please do not send hard copies of the application, CV, or any documents.

• Incomplete or late applications will not be entertained.

• HEC is an equal opportunity employer.

• Candidates already in Government Service must apply through the proper channel.

• The maximum age limit (55 years) already includes the standard five-year general age relaxation.

• Only eligible shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

• Interviews for candidates residing outside the Islamabad/Rawalpindi region can be arranged via audio/video conferencing at the nearest HEC regional office.

• No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the interview.

• HEC reserves the right to reject any or all applications, or increase/decrease the number of vacancies without assigning any reason.

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How to Apply for Higher Education Commission (HEC) New Jobs?

• Visit the official HEC careers portal online at https://careers.hec.gov.pk.

• Fill out the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and professional details.

• Deposit the mandatory application processing fee of Rs. 1500/- via 1Link service.

• Submit the online application successfully on or before the deadline of June 22, 2026.

Contact Details

• Technical Assistance UAN: (051) 111-119-432

• Online Help Desk: https://onlinehelp.hec.gov.pk

• Address: Malik Haider Nawaz, Assistant Director (HRM), Higher Education Commission, Sector H-9, Islamabad.

• Phone No: 051-90401422