HEC Alert: Avoid Unrecognized Sub Campuses – Degree Verification Notice

• HEC Announcement:

  • Higher Education Commission (HEC) issued a crucial alert.
  • Warning for parents and students regarding unrecognized sub campuses.

• Current Policy:

  • HEC does not endorse any university or degree-awarding institution running sub campuses under public-private partnerships.
  • No sub campuses are allowed under public-private partnerships at this time.

• Past Issues with Sub Campuses:

  • Punjab’s public universities had numerous problems with sub campuses.
  • Problems included:
    • Substandard education quality.
    • Various academic irregularities.
  • Resulted in shutting down of such campuses.

• Advice to Students:

  • Strictly avoid enrolling in unrecognized sub campuses.
  • Check the HEC website for recognized campuses.

• HEC Verification Policy:

  • Degrees from unrecognized sub campuses will not be verified by HEC.
  • Unverified degrees can cause:
    • Employment challenges.
    • Difficulties in pursuing further education.

• Specific Case:

  • Government College University, Faisalabad:
    • HEC directed to halt admissions at Layyah and Sahiwal sub campuses.
    • Layyah and Sahiwal campuses operated under public-private partnership until:
      • April 23, 2022 (Layyah).
      • August 14, 2023 (Sahiwal).
    • These campuses are no longer recognized.

• Steps to Verify Campus Recognition:

  • Visit HEC Website:
    • Go to HEC Accreditation.
  • Look for “Recognized” Status:
    • Ensure the campus is listed as “Recognized”.
  • Contact HEC:
    • For confirmation, contact HEC through official channels.

• Stay Informed:

  • Follow HEC’s official announcements.
  • Stay connected via HEC’s social media channels.

• Additional Information:

  • Visit HEC Official Website for more details.

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