HEC News

HEC Cautions Students About Unaccredited Degree Programs The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has issued a warning to prospective university students, urging them to ensure degree program accreditation before enrollment. In a recent student alert, HEC emphasized that professional degree programs or qualifications must hold accreditation from the relevant professional councils. The commission highlighted that offering … Read more

PTA, HEC Unite Against Blasphemy on Social Media “PTA and HEC Join Forces to Combat Blasphemy on Social Media” The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and the Higher Education Commission (HEC) have aligned their efforts to raise awareness and prevent blasphemous activities on the internet and social media. Both Chairmen, Major General (Retd) Hafeez ur Rehman … Read more

HEC extends registration deadline for apprenticeship till January 3, 2024 The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has extended the registration deadline till January 3, 2024, for the Centralized Test catering to Computer Science and IT graduates aspiring for apprenticeships in top Pakistani IT firms. The test date remains unchanged on January 7, 2024, as stated in … Read more

President Upset by HEC’s Degree Attestation Delay, Orders Probe President Dr. Arif Alvi Displeased Over HEC Degree Attestation Delay, Orders Probe President Dr. Arif Alvi expressed dissatisfaction with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) for the delay in attesting a former student’s degree, citing inadequate reasons. Upholding Wafaqi Mohtasib’s directive to attest the degree within seven … Read more

Another Cohort of Newly Inducted Faculty Members is Trained by HEC On December 26th, 2023, the National Academy of Higher Education (NAHE), operating under the Higher Education Commission (HEC), successfully concluded the Second Cohort of the National Faculty Development Programme (NDFP). This initiative aimed to support newly appointed faculty members from higher education institutions (HEIs) … Read more

HEC Establishes 100 Smart Classrooms Across Pakistan In Islamabad today, the Higher Education Commission (HEC) marked a significant stride in advancing education across Pakistan. An achievement worth celebrating: is the establishment of 100 smart classrooms nationwide. In an online ceremony helmed by Executive Director Dr. Zia Ul-Qayyum, the HEC showcased these technological advancements propelling higher … Read more

HEC Chairman pays tribute to Quaid-e-Azam In Islamabad, the Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC), Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, honored the memory of the Father of the Nation, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, by offering heartfelt tributes. Dr. Ahmed underscored the significance of embracing Quaid’s qualities among the youth, emphasizing attributes such as honesty, hard work, … Read more

Employees at KMU are concerned about the announcement of new medical University In reaction to the recent declaration made by the interim chief minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa regarding the introduction of new public sector medical universities, the KMU Employee Association has expressed reservations concerning the decision’s legitimacy within the current governance framework. The association foresees … Read more

The government and HEC have agreed to solve university issues In Peshawar, an accord was reached between the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government and the Higher Education Commission to collaboratively tackle the financial and administrative hurdles plaguing public sector universities within the province. This understanding unfolded during a convened meeting chaired by caretaker Chief Minister retired Justice … Read more

Smart classroom in Sahiwal College In Sahiwal, a significant educational advancement took place as the Higher Education Commission (HEC) inaugurated the first-ever smart classroom at the Government Graduate College (GGC) on Friday, marking a pioneering move in the public sector college division. This division hosts more than 29 public sector colleges catering to both male … Read more