The Higher Education Commission (HEC) and the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to link HEC's degree verification framework with PSEB's upcoming national digital workforce platform. The joint initiative creates Pakistan's first nationally verified talent database, connecting authenticated academic backgrounds with professional profiles.
Connecting Academia and the Technology Sector
Signed by HEC Chairman Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar and PSEB CEO Faisal Jeddy, the partnership aims to streamline hiring procedures for technology professionals and university graduates. By giving local and overseas technology employers direct access to verified candidate credentials, the integrated system seeks to shorten recruitment timelines, build trust in academic qualifications, and support international workforce mobility in alignment with the Digital Pakistan vision.
Timeline and Recommended Next Steps
While the MoU was formally established on July 28, 2026, official timelines for full platform operations and user onboarding remain unspecified. Tech job seekers and graduates can prepare for inclusion in the national talent repository by updating their profiles and completing degree attestation on the HEC e-Services portal (eservices.hec.gov.pk).