Higher Education Commission HEC Jobs 2026 have been announced for Pakistani nationals under various PSDP-funded development projects on a contract basis. The latest HEC vacancies were published in the Daily Dawn newspaper on 29 September 2026. The advertised positions include Project Director, Law Officer, Project Manager, Project Accountant, Office Assistant and Attendant. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the HEC careers portal. The last date to apply is 14 October 2026.
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Overview of Job Details
- Organization Name: Higher Education Commission (HEC), Pakistan
- Newspaper Source: Daily Dawn Newspaper (29 September 2026)
- Job Location: Anywhere in Pakistan
- Job Type: Contract Basis
- Total Vacancies: 09 Positions
Summary Table
| Category | Details |
| Education | Matric, Graduation (14 Years), Bachelor’s (16 Years / LLB), Master’s Degree (16 Years), MBA / M.Com / CMA |
| Age Limit | 35 – 62 Years |
| Last Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Location | Pakistan |
| Organization Name | Higher Education Commission (HEC) |
Eligibility Criteria & Available Vacancies
1. Project Director (PPS-09)
- Total Posts: 01
- Project Name: Award of Allama Muhammad Iqbal 3000 Scholarships to Afghan Students (Prime Minister’s Directive)
- Max Age Limit: 62 Years
- Qualification & Experience: Master’s Degree (16 years) or equivalent (at least 2nd Division) from an HEC recognized University/Institution.
2. Law Officer (PPS-08)
- Total Posts: 01
- Project Name: Overseas Scholarship for Ph.D in Selected Fields (Phase-III) – HEC
- Max Age Limit: 50 Years
- Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent from an HEC recognized institution.
3. Project Manager (PPS-08)
- Total Posts: 01 (Merit)
- Project Name: Ph.D Scholarship Program under US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor (Phase-I)
- Max Age Limit: 50 Years
- Qualification: Master’s/Bachelor’s Degree (16 years) or equivalent (at least 2nd Division) from an HEC recognized institution.
4. Project Manager (PPS-07)
- Total Posts: 02
- Project Name: Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme (Phase-III) – HEC
- Max Age Limit: 40 Years
- Qualification: Master’s/Bachelor’s Degree (16 years) or equivalent (at least 2nd Division) from an HEC recognized institution.
5. Project Accountant (PPS-07)
- Total Posts: 01
- Project Name: Faculty Development Program for Pakistani Universities – HEC
- Max Age Limit: 40 Years
- Qualification: MBA (Finance) / M.Com / CMA (16 years education) with at least 2nd Division from an HEC recognized University.
6. Office Assistant (PPS-05)
- Total Posts: 02
- Project Name: Faculty Development Program / Ph.D Scholarship Program under US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor
- Max Age Limit: 40 Years
- Qualification: Graduation (14 years education) with at least 2nd Division.
7. Attendant (PPS-01)
- Total Posts: 01
- Project Name: Ph.D Scholarship Program under US-Pakistan Knowledge Corridor (Phase-I)
- Max Age Limit: 35 Years
- Qualification & Experience: Matriculate with 01 year of relevant work experience.
How to Apply for HEC Jobs 2026
Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements can apply online through the official HEC careers portal.
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official HEC Careers website https://careers.hec.gov.pk/.
- Create an online profile or log in to your existing account.
- Select the relevant HEC job position.
- Enter your personal, educational and professional information.
- Complete your online application/profile carefully.
- Pay the required Rs. 1,000 application processing fee through the specified method.
- Review all information before submitting the application.
- Submit the application online before 14 October 2026.
Important Dates
- Publication Date: 29 September 2026 (Daily Dawn Newspaper)
- Last Date to Apply Online: 14 October 2026
