Higher Education Commission has announced nine project based vacancies under different PSDP funded development projects. The positions are based at HEC Islamabad, although selected employees may be posted anywhere in Pakistan.
The recruitment includes vacancies for Project Director, Law Officer, Project Manager, Project Accountant, Office Assistant and Attendant. Qualifications range from Matric and graduation to LLB and 16 years of education.
The application fee is Rs 1,000, and the closing date is 14 October 2026.
HEC Jobs 2026 Details
| Job information | Details |
|---|---|
| Hiring organization | Higher Education Commission Pakistan |
| Available positions | Project Director, Law Officer, Project Manager, Project Accountant, Office Assistant and Attendant |
| Total vacancies | 9 |
| Job location | Islamabad |
| Possible posting | Anywhere in Pakistan |
| Appointment type | Project based contract |
| Salary range | Rs 40,700 to Rs 398,130 per month |
| Application method | Online only |
| Application fee | Rs 1,000 |
| Closing date | 14 October 2026 |
| Official application portal | careers.hec.gov.pk |
| Advertisement reference | PID(I)2935/26 |
HEC’s official career portal is the application platform named in the advertisement. The portal was active when checked.
Available Positions
| Position | Scale | Vacancies | Monthly package | Maximum age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Director | PPS 09 | 1 | Rs 398,130 | 62 years |
| Law Officer | PPS 08 | 1 | Rs 295,320 | 50 years |
| Project Manager | PPS 08 | 1 | Rs 295,320 | 50 years |
| Project Manager | PPS 07 | 2 | Rs 212,630 | 40 years |
| Project Accountant | PPS 07 | 1 | Rs 212,630 | 40 years |
| Office Assistant | PPS 05 | 2 | Rs 94,500 | 40 years |
| Attendant | PPS 01 | 1 | Rs 40,700 | 35 years |
| Total | 9 |
The advertised salary packages are all inclusive. The Attendant package is described as the minimum wage rate.
Project Director Eligibility
The Project Director position requires a master’s degree based on 16 years of education or an equivalent qualification. The degree must have been awarded by an HEC recognized university or institution with at least second division.
Applicants need seven years of experience in a reputable public or private sector organization. This must include at least five years of managerial experience gained after completing the final degree.
The position is part of the project titled “Award of Allama Muhammad Iqbal 3000 Scholarships to Afghan Students,” launched under the Prime Minister’s Directive.
This vacancy is available on open merit. The maximum age is 62 years.
Law Officer Eligibility
Applicants must hold an LLB or an equivalent qualification from an HEC recognized university or institution.
Five years of experience as a practising lawyer in service law or corporate law is required. Candidates must also have good written and spoken communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office is compulsory.
This vacancy is allocated to Punjab. The maximum age is 50 years.
Project Manager Eligibility
HEC has announced three Project Manager vacancies under two different scales and projects.
Project Manager, PPS 08
Applicants must hold a master’s or bachelor’s degree based on 16 years of education. The degree must be at least second division and issued by an HEC recognized institution.
Five years of experience in a reputable public or private organization is required. This must include at least three years at managerial or supervisory level.
Candidates must be proficient in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
One vacancy is available on merit. The maximum age is 50 years.
Project Manager, PPS 07
Applicants need a master’s or bachelor’s degree based on 16 years of education with at least second division.
Five years of relevant experience is required, including at least two years of middle management experience gained after the final degree.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project is compulsory.
Two vacancies are available. One is allocated to Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and one to Punjab. The maximum age is 40 years.
Project Accountant Eligibility
Applicants must hold an MBA in Finance, MCom or CMA, based on 16 years of education. The qualification must be at least second division and awarded by an HEC recognized institution.
Three years of experience in a reputable public or private organization is required. This must include at least one year of middle management experience gained after the final degree.
One vacancy is available under the Sindh Urban quota. The maximum age is 40 years.
Office Assistant Eligibility
Applicants must have completed 14 years of education with at least second division from an HEC recognized university or institution.
Two years of work experience in a reputable public or private sector organization is required. Candidates must also have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Two positions are available. One is allocated to Sindh Rural and the other to Punjab. The maximum age is 40 years.
Attendant Eligibility
Applicants must have passed Matric and possess one year of relevant experience.
This is a locally based vacancy under the PhD Scholarship Program within the Pakistan Knowledge Corridor project.
The maximum age is 35 years.
Quota Distribution
| Position | Quota |
|---|---|
| Project Director, PPS 09 | Merit, 1 vacancy |
| Law Officer, PPS 08 | Punjab, 1 vacancy |
| Project Manager, PPS 08 | Merit, 1 vacancy |
| Project Manager, PPS 07 | Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 1 and Punjab 1 |
| Project Accountant, PPS 07 | Sindh Urban, 1 vacancy |
| Office Assistant, PPS 05 | Sindh Rural 1 and Punjab 1 |
| Attendant, PPS 01 | Local based |
Candidates should apply only against a quota supported by their domicile. The advertisement does not provide a separate open quota for positions allocated to a particular province or region.
Age Limit and Relaxation
The maximum age varies from 35 to 62 years (depending on the job).
HEC states that five years of general age relaxation have already been included in the advertised limits. Any further relaxation will be allowed only under applicable government rules.
Experience Rules
Only experience gained after completing the minimum required qualification will be counted.
Experience acquired as a part time worker, honorary worker, apprentice or internee as part of a course of study will not be accepted.
Candidates should enter only experience that can be supported with valid certificates. The dates written in the online profile should match the employment records.
Salary Packages
| Project scale | Monthly package |
|---|---|
| PPS 09 | Rs 398,130 |
| PPS 08 | Rs 295,320 |
| PPS 07 | Rs 212,630 |
| PPS 05 | Rs 94,500 |
| PPS 01 | Rs 40,700 |
The advertisement describes these figures as monthly all inclusive packages. It does not list separate house rent, medical, transport or pension benefits.
These are contract positions attached to development projects. Candidates should not assume that the terms and benefits will be identical to permanent HEC employment.
Application Fee
The application processing fee is Rs 1,000.
Applicants can pay the fee through 1Link using a mobile banking application or mobile wallet. The payment link and instructions are available through the HEC career portal.
Candidates should retain the transaction record until the recruitment process has been completed.
Job Advertisement
How to Apply for HEC Jobs 2026
Applications must be submitted online.
- Visit the official HEC Career Portal.
- Create an account if you are using the portal for the first time.
- Sign in and complete your personal profile.
- Enter your education, experience and domicile information carefully.
- Select the position for which you meet the qualification, experience, quota and age requirements.
- Upload any information or documents requested by the portal.
- Generate the application fee payment details.
- Pay Rs 1,000 through the available 1Link mobile banking or mobile wallet service.
- Review the application before final submission.
- Submit the online form no later than 14 October 2026.
- Save the submitted application and payment record for future reference.
Applicants do not need to send a printed CV or hard copies of their documents to HEC.
HEC uses its official career portal for online recruitment. Its verified organizational profile also identifies the Commission’s headquarters in Sector H-9, Islamabad.
Documents and Information to Prepare
The advertisement does not ask candidates to send hard copies. However, applicants should prepare the following information before opening the online form:
- Valid CNIC
- Recent photograph
- Domicile details
- Academic certificates and degrees
- Detailed marks sheets or transcripts
- HEC equivalence document, where applicable
- Experience certificates
- Professional qualification or licence relevant to the position
- No objection certificate for government employees
- Application fee payment record
Original documents may be requested during scrutiny or interview. Information entered online must be supported by valid records.
Test and Interview Process
Tests may be conducted in Islamabad or Rawalpindi, Karachi, Lahore, Quetta and Peshawar. HEC will try to assign candidates the nearest possible test location.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview.
No TA or DA will be paid for attending a test or interview. The advertisement does not announce a test date, interview date or written test syllabus.
Applicants should monitor the career portal and keep their registered phone number and email address active.
Important Instructions
- Applications are accepted online only.
- Hard copies of CVs and documents are not required at the application stage.
- Government employees must apply through the proper channel.
- Five years of general age relaxation are already included in the stated age limits.
- Only experience gained after the required qualification will be counted.
- Part time, honorary, apprenticeship and study related internship experience will not be counted.
- Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Pakistan.
- HEC may increase or decrease the number of vacancies.
- HEC may reject any application without providing a reason.
- Incomplete and late applications will not be considered.
- Salary packages are all inclusive.
Application Deadline
The final date for submitting an online application is 14 October 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many HEC vacancies are available?
The advertisement lists nine vacancies across seven entries.
Which positions have been announced?
The vacancies include Project Director, Law Officer, Project Manager, Project Accountant, Office Assistant and Attendant.
Are these permanent jobs?
No. These positions are offered on a contract basis under PSDP funded development projects.
How can I apply?
Applications must be submitted through the official HEC career portal.
Is a hard copy required?
No. The advertisement says applicants do not need to send printed CVs or documents.
What is the application fee?
The application processing fee is Rs 1,000.
How can the fee be paid?
The fee may be paid through 1Link using a mobile banking application or mobile wallet.
What is the highest advertised salary?
The Project Director position carries an all inclusive monthly package of Rs 398,130.
What is the lowest advertised salary?
The Attendant position carries a monthly package of Rs 40,700, described as the minimum wage rate.
Is age relaxation available?
Five years of general age relaxation are already included in the advertised limits. Further relaxation may be allowed under government rules.
Can government employees apply?
Yes. Government employees must apply through the proper channel.
Where will the tests be conducted?
Possible test locations are Islamabad or Rawalpindi, Karachi, Lahore, Quetta and Peshawar.
What is the closing date?
The application deadline is 14 October 2026.
