HEC Jobs 2026: The Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan has announced new vacancies under several PSDP funded development projects. The advertisement lists 7 types of positions, which add up to 9 vacancies all on a contract basis. Salaries are fixed as all inclusive monthly packages and the top post offers Rs. 398130 per month. The last date to apply online is 14 October 2026.
This guide explains each and every thing about posts with pay, quota, age limit, qualification and experience followed by the application fee, the test locations and the exact steps to apply briefly explains here. Please read it fully because the deadline is very close and incomplete applications are not entertained.
Quick Facts
- Organization: Higher Education Commission (HEC) Pakistan
- Hiring Type: Contract under PSDP funded projects
- Total Posts: 9 counted from the ad
- Who can apply: Pakistani Nationals
- Apply online: https://jobzpoint.com/
- Processing fee: Rs.1000
- Last date: 14 October 2026
- Ad reference: PID(I)2935/26
About this Recruitment:
The advertisement invites Pakistani Nationals to apply for positions IN HEC Development Projects. These includes the Allama Muhammad Iqbal 3000 Scholarships for Afghan students. The overseas scholarships for Ph.D. in selected fields Phase-3. The Ph.D. scholarship program under the US Pakistan Knowledge Corridor Phase 1. The Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme Phase 3 and the Faculty Development Program for Pakistani Universities.
All the posts are Project based contract jobs. They are not permanent government positions. So consider the contract nature carefully before you apply.
All Posts at a Glance
| Sr. | Post | Pay Scale | Monthly Package | Posts | Quota | Max Age |
| 1 | Project Director | PPS-09 | Rs.398130 | 1 | Merit | 62 |
| 2 | Law Officer | PPS-08 | Rs.295320 | 1 | Punjab | 50 |
| 3 | Project Manager | PPS-08 | Rs.295320 | 1 | Merit | 50 |
| 4 | Project Manager | PPS-07 | Rs.212630 | 2 | KPK 1, Punjab 1 | 40 |
| 5 | Project Accountant | PPS-07 | Rs.212630 | 1 | Sindh (U) | 40 |
| 6 | Office Assistant | PPS-05 | Rs.94500 | 2 | Sindh (R)1, Punjab 1 | 40 |
| 7 | Attendant | PPS-01 | Rs.40700 minimum wage rate | 1 | Local Based | 35 |
The ad describe each package as all inclusive which means the listed amount is the total monthly payment with no separate allowances mentioned.
HEC Jobs 2026 Post by Post Requirement
Project Director(PPS-09)
- Project: Award of Allama Muhammad Iqbal 3000 Scholarships to Afghan Students (Prime Minister Directive).
- Education: Master`s Degree(16 years) or equivalent, at least 2nd Division from an HEC recognized university or institution.
- Experience: 7 years in a public or private sector organization of a good repute including 5 years of managerial experience after the final degree.
- Maximum age: 62 years
Law Officer(PPS-08)
- Project: Overseas Scholarships for Ph.D. in selected fields Phase 3, HEC
- Education: Bachelor`s Degree in Law(LLB) or equivalent from HEC recognized university or institution
- Experience: 5 Years as a practicing lawyer in the field of services or corporate law
- Skills: Good verbal and written communication MS Office proficiency is a pre-requisite
- Maximum age: 50 years
Project Manager(PPS-08)
- Project: Ph.D. Scholarship Program under US Pakistan Knowledge Corridor Phase 1
- Education: Master`
s or Bachelor`s Degree 16 years or equivalent at least 2nd division from an HEC recognized university or institution - Experience: minimum 5 years in a public or private sector organization of a good repute including 3 years at managerial or Supervisory Level
- Skills: MS Office and MS Project are compulsory
- Maximum age: 50 years
Project Manager(PPS-07) 2Posts
- Project: Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme Phase 3, HEC
- Education: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree (16 years) or equivalent, at least 2nd Division, from an HEC-recognized university or institution
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience including 2 years of mid-level management experience after the final degree
- Skills: MS Office and MS Project are a must
- Quota: Khyber Pakhtunkhwa1, Punjab1
- Maximum age: 40 years
Project Accountant(PPS-07)
- Project: Faculty Development Program for Pakistani Universities, HEC
- Education: MBA (Finance), M.Com or CMA(16 years) at least 2nd Division from an HEC-recognized university or institution
- Experience: 3 years in a private or public sector organization of good repute including 1 year in a mid level management experience after the final degree
- Quota: Sindh(U) 1, Punjab 1
- Maximum age: 40 years
Office Assistant PPS-05, 2Posts
- Project: Faculty Development Program for Pakistani Universities and Ph.D. Scholarships program under US Pakistani Knowledge Corridor Phase1
- Education: Graduation (14 years) at least 2nd Division from an HEC-recognized university or institution
- Experience: 2 years of work experience in a public or private sector organization of good repute
- Skills: Advance use of MS Office is a must
- Quota: Sindh (R) 1, Punjab 1
- Maximum age: 40 years
Attendant(PPS-01)
- Project: Ph.D. Scholarship Program under US Pakistan Knowledge Corridor Phase1
- Education: Matriculation
- Experience: 1year of relevant experience
- Quota: Local based
- Maximum age: 35 years
What Counts as Experience?
The ad gives a very clear definition. Experience means experience gained after obtaining the minimum required qualification. It also states that experience as part time, honorary, apprentice or internee (as part of study) will not be considered or counted. So before you apply very carefully calculate your experience only from the date you completed the minimum qualification and count only regular, proper work.
Age Limit and Relaxation
HEC Jobs 2026: The maximum age depends on the post from 35 years for Attendant to 62 years for Project Director. The ad says 5 years of general age relaxation is already included in these limits. Further relaxation will be given as per government rules. Since the ad does not say on which day age is counted confirm this on the original portal.
Application Fee
The application processing fee is Rs.1000. The ad says that it may be deposited through 1Link services using a Mobile Banking App or Mobile Wallet via the link on https://careers.hec.gov.pk. Carefully pay only on the official link and remind to keep your payment proof.
Terms and Conditions in Simple Words
- Online only: Apply on the HEC Website. There is no need to send a hard copy of your CV or documents. Keep that in mind.
- Profile based processing: All applications are process on the information you provide in your online profile so accuracy matters.
- Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
- Test locations: Tests will be held at the nearest possible location to candidates like Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Karachi, Lahore, Quetta and Peshawar.
- No TA/DA for appearing in the test or interview.
- Government Employees must apply through a proper channel.
- Posting: Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in Pakistan.
- HEC Rights: HEC can reject can any or all the applications without giving the reason and can increase or decrease the number of vacancies as required.
- Incomplete or late applications: will not be entertained or will never be accepted.
How to Apply Online:
- Choose your post. Make sure to match your education, experience, age and quota with the table above. Apply only for a post you truly fit.
- Open the HEC careers portal. Visit https://careers.hec.gov.pk. Carefully type the address do not make any kind of mistake during typing the address and stay alert from scammers or fake lookalike websites.
- Create your profile. Enter your personal, academic and professional details exactly same they appears on your documents. Because HEC processes applications from your profile data any error can hurt your chances.
- Add your experience correctly. Include only experience gained after your minimum required qualification and leave out part time, honorary, apprentice or internee work.
- Select the post and quota. Choose the post and the quota or domicile category that applies to you.
- Pay the Rs.1000 fee. Use the 1LINK option on the portal through a mobile banking app or mobile wallet. Save confirmation.
- Review and submit: Check each and everything once more then submit and make sure to save or print your confirmation.
- Apply before 14 October 2026. Do not wait for the last evening since portals slow down when many candidates apply together. so do not take risk to apply at last date try to apply as early as possible.
Documents to Keep Ready
The ad does not give a full document list so confirm it on the portal . Commonly needed items include;
- CNIC Front and Back
- Degrees and Transcripts (showing 2nd division or above)
- Proof that the degree is from an HEC recognized institution.
- Experience certificate showing dates, designation and managerial level where required.
- Domicile certificate for quota posts
- Proof of MS Office or MS Project Skills where relevant.
- NOC or proper channel permission if you are in government service
- Fee payment proof
Selection Process
The ad describes a simple sequence: online application, processing of a profile data, a test and an interview for shortlisted candidates. The test pattern and marking scheme are not stated so watch your email and the HEC portal for updates.
Because everything runs through an online profile a published fee channel and test centers in major cities, the process is structured and traceable. Still nobody can honestly promise you an HEC job in return of money or recommendation. Ignore anyone who does.
Tips to Improve Your Chances:
- Apply today. With only a short window left avoid last hour portals problem.
- Count experience carefully. Only post qualification, regular experience counts.
- Check your division. Most posts requires at least 2nd Division.
- Match your quota. Your domicile decides which seat you compete for.
- Practices MS Office and MS Project. Several posts make them compulsory.
- Write a clear profile. HEC processes application based on profile information.
- Keep your fee proof. Save the 1link confirmation.
- Use officials Channels only. https://careers.hec.gov.pk and the helplines in the ad.
FAQs
q1:What is the last date to apply for HEC jobs 2026?
The last date is 14 October 2026.
q2:How many posts are available?
Counting each row of the advertisement, there are 9 posts across 7 job titles.
q3:How do I apply?
Apply online through the HEC website at https://careers.hec.gov.pk.
q4:What is the application fee?
Rs.1000 payable through 1link using a mobile banking app or mobile wallet via the portal link.
q5:Are these permanent jobs?
NO, They are contract positions under PSDP funded development project.
q6:What is the highest salary?
Rs.398130 per month all inclusive for the Project Director Post.
q7:What is the lowest salary?
Rs.40700 per month the minimum wage rate for the attendant post.
q8:What is the age limit?
Its ranges from 35 years Attendant to 62 years Project Director.
q9:Where will the test be held?
At the nearest possible locations from Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Karachi, Lahore, Quetta and Peshawar.
q10:Will everyone be called for am interview?
No, only shortlisted candidates will be called.
Final Thoughts
The HEC recruitment offers 9 contract posts with clearly stated all inclusive packages from Rs.40700 to Rs.398130 per month the rules are specific strong experience counted properly at least 2nd division the right quota and complete online profile.
Check the eligibility pay the Rs.1000 fee through the official link and submit your application at https://careers.hec.gov.pk before 14 October 2026.
Disclaimer
This article is for informational purposes only and is based on a published newspaper ad. We are not affiliated with the Higher Education Commission or the Government of Pakistan. Terms, fees and dates may change so always confirm details on the official HEC careers portal before applying.
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