Higher Education Commission Pakistan has announced new senior-level government career opportunities for the post of Director General (BPS-20) on a regular basis in May 2026. The vacancies are available under different provincial quotas, and selected candidates may be posted anywhere in HEC offices or regional centers across Pakistan , including Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, and Quetta. Candidates possessing PhD, MPhil, or Master’s qualifications with extensive experience in university or general administration are encouraged to apply online before the closing date. This “New HEC Jobs in Islamabad May 2026 Advertisement” provides an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals seeking high-ranking public sector careers in Pakistan.
Job Overview
Details Information Organization Higher Education Commission (HEC) Job Title Director General Pay Scale BPS-20 Job Type Government Job (Regular) Total Vacancies 05 Posted Date May 2026 Last Date to Apply 22 June 2026 Location Islamabad & Regional Centers Posting Areas Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar, Quetta Minimum Age 40 Years Maximum Age 55 Years Application Fee Rs. 1500/- Application Method Online Official Website HEC Careers Portal
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Vacant Position Details
1. Director General (BPS-20)
Details Information Position Name Director General Pay Scale BPS-20 Nature of Job Regular Number of Posts 05 Place of Posting Anywhere at HEC including Regional Centres Regional Centres Karachi, Lahore, Peshawar & Quetta
Quota Distribution
Quota Number of Posts Merit 01 Punjab 02 Sindh (Rural) 01 Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 01
Qualification & Experience Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must possess one of the following qualifications:
Qualification Required Experience PhD Degree 13 Years relevant experience in BPS-17 and above MPhil Degree 15 Years relevant experience in BPS-17 and above Master’s Degree (16 Years Education) 17 Years relevant experience in BPS-17 and above
Required Experience
Experience must be in Government, Semi-Government, Public Sector Organizations, Autonomous Bodies, or Corporations.
Minimum 10 years experience in General Administration or University Administration is mandatory.
Only post-qualification experience will be considered.
Important Definitions
“Master’s Degree” means 16 years of education.
“MPhil Degree” means 18 years of education.
Experience means experience gained after obtaining the required qualification.
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How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply online through the official HEC Careers Portal .
The last date for submission of online applications is 22 June 2026 .
Applicants are required to deposit an application processing fee of Rs. 1500/- via:
1Link Service
Mobile Banking App
Mobile Wallet
Candidates should not send hard copies of applications, CVs, or documents.
For technical support, applicants may contact:
Terms and Conditions
Incomplete or late applications will not be entertained.
Part-time, honorary, apprentice, and internee experience will not be counted.
Higher Education Commission is an equal opportunity employer.
Government employees must apply through proper channel.
Five years general age relaxation has already been included in the upper age limit.
Only eligible candidates will be called for interviews.
Interviews for candidates residing outside Islamabad/Rawalpindi may be conducted through audio/video conferencing at nearby HEC regional offices.
No TA/DA will be admissible for test or interview.
HEC reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts or reject applications without assigning any reason.
Official Contact Information
Details Information Organization Higher Education Commission Contact Person Malik Haider Nawaz Designation Assistant Director (HRM) Address Sector H-9, Islamabad Phone Number 051-90401422 UAN 051-111-119-432 Careers Portal HEC Careers Website Help Portal HEC Online Help
