The Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan, has announced new project-funded job opportunities for Pakistani nationals on a contract basis. These positions are opened under two distinct public sector development initiatives: the “Prime Minister’s Scheme for Enabling Youth with Physical Challenges at HEIs” and the establishment of the “Pir Roshan Institute of Progressive Sciences & Technologies” in Miranshah, North Waziristan Tribal District.
If you are looking for reputable government jobs in Pakistan, this recruitment drive offers an exceptional platform to grow your professional career. Below is the complete eligibility criteria, post details, and step-by-step application process based on the official advertisements.
Latest HEC Jobs 2026 official advertisements
HEC Vacancies Breakdown & Eligibility Criteria
The positions are divided based on specific projects and regional quotas:
Project 1: Prime Minister’s Scheme for Enabling Youth with Physical Challenges
These positions are open on a contract basis for the overall development scheme:
- 1. Project Manager (PPS-8)
- No. of Posts: 01 (Open Merit)
- Age Limit: Maximum 50 Years
- Qualification: Master’s or Bachelor’s ($16\text{ years}$) degree with at least a 2nd Division from an HEC recognized university. 5 years of relevant experience in the public or private sector is required, including 3 years at a managerial level. Proficiency in MS-Office and MS-Project is mandatory.
- 2. Office Assistant (PPS-5)
- No. of Posts: 01 (Punjab Quota)
- Age Limit: Maximum 40 Years
- Qualification: Graduation ($14\text{ years}$) with at least a 2nd Division. Requires 2 years of work experience in a reputable organization and an advanced understanding of MS Office.
- 3. Attendant (PPS-1)
- No. of Posts: 01 (Local Based)
- Age Limit: Maximum 35 Years
- Qualification: Matric with $1\text{ year}$ of relevant experience.
Project 2: Pir Roshan Institute of Progressive Sciences & Technologies, Miranshah
The duty station for all the following project positions will be Miranshah, North Waziristan Tribal District:
- 1. Project Director (PPS-10)
- No. of Posts: 01 (Open Merit)
- Age Limit: Maximum 62 Years
- Qualification: B.Sc. (Civil Engineering) or Master in Project Management ($16\text{ years}$ education). Minimum 5 years of public sector project management experience is required.
- 2. Site Engineer – Civil (PPS-7)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Age Limit: Maximum 40 Years
- Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or equivalent (at least 2nd Division) with valid PEC registration. Minimum 5 years of post-qualification experience, including 2 years in fieldwork.
- 3. Accountant (PPS-6)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Age Limit: Maximum 40 Years
- Qualification: MBA (Finance), CMA, BBA, or B.Com (Hons) ($16\text{ years}$, minimum 2nd Division) with 3 years of post-qualification experience in finance or accounting.
- 4. Sub-Engineer (PPS-6)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Age Limit: Maximum 40 Years
- Qualification: $3\text{ years}$ Diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE) in Civil, with $3\text{ years}$ of post-qualification experience.
- 5. Attendant (PPS-2)
- No. of Posts: 02
- Age Limit: Maximum 35 Years
- Qualification: Matric with $1\text{ year}$ of experience. Local domicile holders will be preferred.
Important Rules & Regulations
- Experience Definition: Only the experience gained after acquiring the minimum required qualification will be considered. Part-time, honorary, apprentice, or internship experience will not be counted.
- Testing Locations: Screening or written tests will take place at the closest candidate centers, including Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, and Peshawar. No TA/DA will be provided.
- Government Employees: Applicants currently serving in government institutions must apply through the proper channel. They are eligible for a general age relaxation of 5 years.
- Posting Location: While duty stations are specified, selected candidates can potentially be posted anywhere across Pakistan based on HEC requirements.
How to Apply Online for HEC Jobs 2026
Interested applicants must strictly follow the online procedure to register their profiles:
- Online Portal: Visit the official HEC career portal at
[https://careers.hec.gov.pk](https://careers.hec.gov.pk). - No Hard Copies: Complete the profile setup online. There is absolutely no need to send physical copies of your CV or educational documents to the office.
- Processing Fee: An application processing fee of Rs. 1000/- must be deposited through 1Link services using any commercial Mobile Banking App or Mobile Wallet.
- Deadline: The last date for online application submission is July 20, 2026. Incomplete or late submissions will automatically be rejected.
For technical assistance or IT queries, candidates can contact the HEC helpline at 051-111-119-432 or lodge a complaint directly at [http://onlinehelp.hec.gov.pk](http://onlinehelp.hec.gov.pk).