Department of Data Science - IUB

Public Announcement: HEC’s Higher Education Aptitude Test (HAT) – General for MS/M.Phil & HAT‑Subject for PhD admissions – Fall 2026.

The Education Testing Council (ETC) is conducting the HAT‑General on 05 July 2026 nationwide.

Get ready for a standardized, merit‑based admission system that boosts quality & transparency in Pakistan’s higher education.

For queries, visit https://onlinehelp.hec.gov.pk.

Higher Education Test Schedule

New Admission Policy for MPhil & PhD
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has announced a major change regarding admissions for MPhil and PhD programs in all public and private universities across Pakistan.
Key Changes:
Effective Date:Starting from the Fall 2026 session.
Mandatory Tests: Passing the GRE/HAT General and Subject tests is now compulsory for Level 7 (MS/MPhil) and Level 8 (PhD) admissions.
Testing Agency:All tests will be conducted by the Education Testing Council (ETC).
Ban on Institutional Tests: Universities are no longer allowed to conduct their own entry tests. Merit lists must be prepared based on GRE/HAT results only.
Policy Update: The previous Graduate Education Policy 2023, which permitted university-level testing, has been officially abolished.
This move aims to enhance academic standards and ensure a uniform admission system throughout the country.

Final Term examination of BS Programs starts wef 08 June 2026

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The Islamia University of Bahawalpur Pakistan

HEC Degree attestation system effective from May 1, 2026.

Bahawalpur, April 30, 2026 — The Department of Data Science, The Islamia University of Bahawalpur (IUB) had the honor of hosting a distinguished delegation comprising representatives from UN Women Pakistan and Kaarvan Crafts Foundation. The visit aimed to strengthen collaboration between academia, industry, and community stakeholders, with a special focus on women’s empowerment and entrepreneurship in South Punjab.

🚀 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐌 𝐈𝐓 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 (𝟐𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐡𝐨𝐫𝐭)

Under the vision of the Chief Minister Punjab, the CM IT Internship Program is a strategic initiative to strengthen Punjab’s IT ecosystem by connecting skilled graduates with leading IT companies—building a future-ready digital workforce.

Take the first step towards your IT career with hands-on industry exposure and real-world experience.

🎯 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐥𝐥 𝐆𝐞𝐭:
💼 On-site experience with leading IT companies
📈 Strong career growth opportunities
🧠 Build a professional portfolio
💰 Monthly stipend: PKR 50,000
⏳ Duration: 5 months

📌 Stipend is subject to monthly performance and submission of an HEC-attested degree.

✅ 𝐄𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚:
🎓 IT/CS or relevant degree
📅 Graduated within the last 4 years
🪪 Valid CNIC
📍 Punjab domicile

🔗 Apply Now: cmitinterns.punjab.gov.pk

📞 For Information:
042-99000000 Ext: (1925, 1908, 1207)
📧 [email protected]

HEC Introduces Fully Digital Degree Attestation System to Eliminate Physical Verification.
Higher Education Commission, Pakistan has signed a strategic agreement with CMPak Limited (Zong) and its Joint Venture partner, Wibbow Technologies, to introduce a modern, secure, and fully digital degree attestation and verification system based on blockchain technology.

The new system is designed to make the attestation process simple, fast, and hassle-free. Under this system, applicants will no longer need to visit HEC offices or submit physical documents. Instead, the entire process will be completed online, allowing applicants to apply, track their cases and receive verification from anywhere. Today we have signed the agreement.
The system will become operational by 30th June 2026.

The Islamia University of Bahawalpur Pakistan

Transport Schedule w.e.f. 20-04-2026 The Islamia University of Bahawalpur Pakistan

First National Contest for Need Based Technologies 2026.
(Last Date to Apply: April 30th, 2026)

Download Application Form from Pakistan Science Foundation website (psf.gov.pk).