The Higher Education Commission (HEC) Islamabad has announced new job opportunities for Pakistani nationals under the PSDP-funded development project titled “Prime Minister’s Scheme for Enabling Youth with Physical Challenges at HEIs through Electric Wheelchairs, Laptops for Visually Impaired, Audio-Visual Aids – HEC.” These contract-based positions offer an excellent opportunity for qualified and experienced candidates to work on a prestigious government project. Interested applicants should submit their online applications before the closing date.
HEC Islamabad Jobs Details
| Organization | Higher Education Commission (HEC) |
|---|---|
| Project | Prime Minister’s Scheme for Enabling Youth with Physical Challenges at HEIs through Electric Wheelchairs, Laptops for Visually Impaired, Audio-Visual Aids |
| Job Type | Contract |
| Location | Islamabad |
| Gender | Male & Female |
| Application Method | Online |
| Last Date | 20 July 2026 |
Available Vacancies
Higher Education Commission (HEC) is inviting applications for the following positions:
| Position | PPS Scale | No. of Posts | Quota | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Manager | PPS-8 | 01 | Merit | 50 Years |
| Office Assistant | PPS-5 | 01 | Punjab | 40 Years |
| Attendant | PPS-1 | 01 | Local Based | 35 Years |
Eligibility Criteria for HEC (Islamabad) Jobs 2026
To apply for these jobs, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:
Project Manager (PPS-8)
Education: Master’s/Bachelor’s Degree (16 Years of Education) with at least 2nd Division from an HEC-recognized university or institution.
Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a public or private sector organization, including at least 3 years in managerial or supervisory positions.
Age Limit: Maximum 50 Years.
Skills: Proficiency in MS Office and MS Project is compulsory.
Office Assistant (PPS-5)
Education: Graduation (14 Years of Education) with at least 2nd Division from an HEC-recognized university or institution.
Experience: Minimum 2 years of work experience in a reputable public or private sector organization.
Age Limit: Maximum 40 Years.
Skills: Advanced use of MS Office is mandatory.
Attendant (PPS-1)
Education: Matric.
Experience: Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
Age Limit: Maximum 35 Years.
General Terms & Conditions
- Only Pakistani nationals are eligible to apply.
- Applications must be submitted online through the HEC Careers Portal.
- No hard copy of the application form, CV, or supporting documents is required.
- Written tests will be conducted at the nearest available test centers including Islamabad/Rawalpindi, Karachi, Lahore, Quetta, and Peshawar.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the interview.
- No TA/DA will be admissible for the test or interview.
- Government employees should apply through the proper channel.
- Five years of general age relaxation will be allowed as per Government rules.
- Experience gained as part-time, honorary, apprentice, or internship (as part of study) will not be considered.
- Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Pakistan.
- HEC reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies or reject any application without assigning any reason.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply online through the official HEC Careers Portal before the closing date. Applicants are required to complete the online application form, pay the prescribed application processing fee of Rs. 1,000, and keep the payment receipt for future reference. Incomplete or late applications will not be entertained.
Last Date
The last date to submit the online application for Higher Education Commission (HEC) Islamabad Jobs is 20 July 2026. Candidates are advised to apply well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute issues.

