NOTICES
1. Yes, presentation of equivalence certificate of O/A level certificates from IBCC are
mandatory for degree attestation from HEC, Islamabad.
2. You may visit on any working day between 8 to 9 am for attestation please. So there in no
need to take time slot before visiting HEC, Islamabad for attestation. If one takes time, its
good.
3. Authority letter is not acceptable for attestation on behalf of an attestation seekers.
However, any blood relative may visit HEC, Islamabad for attestation of documents on
behalf of an attestation seeker.
4. It is not mandatory for attestation from HEC, Islamabad that your SSC/HSSC msut be
attested from the IBCC but attestation officer may ask for same in case of any doubt.
However, according to new SOPs that are going to adopt by HEC, it will be mandatory.
5. If your documents has already been attested after 2009 (Online attestation), these will be
just re-verified without any fee please. In case these documents has been attested before
2009, these would be required re attestation as per procedure mentioned in our web site,
i.e. www.hec.gov.pk or as mentioned in attachments please.
6. For the attestation of degree, there is no need of provisional certificate presentation to
HEC.
7. Yes; you may get your transcripts/DMC/ Result card attested from HEC with in three
years after notification of your degree. Please see attachment for further guidance.
8. You may contact on the following addressed for further inquiries please:
A. Dr. Tahir Ali Shah (Deputy Director, Equivalence), (tshah@hec.gov.pk); Cell# 03335251638;
0519040911 (Off).
B. Mr. Shabbir Baig (Deputy Director, Attestation),(sbaig@hec.gov.pk) Cell# 03028177913;
0519040919 ; 0519040908 (Off).
C. Mr. Azizullah Khan (Assistant Director for Courier cases-responsible), aukhan@hec.gov.pk ;
Cell # 03335880601 ; 0519040913 (Off).
D. Mr. Syed Asim Shah (Assistant Director for Foreign Equivalence cases), (sasim@hec.gov.pk)
; Cell # 03005048892; 0519040912 (Off).
E. Mr. Umar Nawaz Kayani (Assistant Director, Accreditation), (ukayani@hec.gov.pk), Cell #
03335547707; 0519040914 (Off).
F. Ms. Amna Qayyum (Assistant Director, Accreditation), (aqayyum@hec.gov.pk), 0519040910
(Off).
G. R &I Sections of HEC; Mr. Haji Muhammad Mumtaz Sb. (In charge), (muahmad@hec.gov.pk);
Cell# 03335596700; 03005596700; 05190401419 (Off).
H. Mr. Waris Ali Khan, Deputy Manager Operations, Gerry,s, 14-B, Sadiq Plaza, G-9, Markaz,
Islamabad, Pakistan; Direct: +92512285823; Mobile:+923455090825; Fax:+92512285819 ;
Email: wariskhan@gerrys.com.pk; website: www.visadropbox.com
Procedure of Attestation for Original Degrees awarded by Any HEC recognized Pakistani Universities/Degree Awarding Institutions
1.
List of Degree Awarding Pakistani Universities/DAIs is available at http://www.hec.gov.pk/OurInstitutes/Pages/Default.aspx
2.
For Foreign Degrees, only equivalence letter is issued that may be get attested from HEC. The application form for equivalence is available
at http://des.hec.gov.pk/
3.
Mode of Attestation is either a or b.
a)
Personal visit to HEC, Sector H-9, Islamabad. Same day service for walk-in applicants. However, it is a whole day activity.
OR
b)
Through a Courier Services. However, attestation through courier may take up to 30 days.
i.
Attestation only through OCS Courier is acceptable within Pakistan.
ii.
Attestation only through Gerry’s Courier is acceptable for people living abroad.
4.
Details are available at link, i.e., http://www.hec.gov.pk/InsideHEC/Divisions/QALI/DegreeAttestationEquivalence/DegreeAttestationServices/Pages/welcome.aspx
5.
Following documents must be attached with the duly filled attestation application form available at http://das.hec.gov.pk/
6.
Receipt of payment regarding Attestation Fee (Online Deposition in any HBL Branch/HBL Booth in HEC, attestation cell). Fee is Rs=800/- per
original document or Rs=500/- photocopy.
7.
Original certificates/degrees from Matric onwards are mandatory. HEC will not attest any degree, if any of the following documents is missing.
o
Original Matric/O Level certificate.
o
Original Intermediate/ A Level certificate.
o
Original Bachelor Degree.
o
Original Transcripts/Detail Marks Certificate of all the years or Final Composite Certificate showing detail of all the years.
o
Original higher Degree and DMCs.
o
Original CNIC.
8.
A set of photocopies of certificates & degrees from Matric onwards (for HEC record).
9.
Equivalence letter from HEC in case of Bachelor or Master Degree from abroad.
10. Copy of Computerized National Identity Card.
11. In case a degree has not been issued, the Detailed Marks Certificate/Transcript may be attested if:
o
Verification letter from Controller of Examinations of the concerned university is attached.
o
The applicant has passed degree program within the three years from date of application.
12. For attestation of “Shahadatul Almiya Fil Uloomm Al Arabia Wal Islamia” awarded by HEC recognized Wafaqs/Madars, attach equivalence
from HEC & enter particulars of Middle, Aama, Khasa in the form as well. List of HEC recognized Wafaqs/Madars is available at
http://www.hec.gov.pk/InsideHEC/Divisions/QALI/DegreeAttestationEquivalence/EquivalenceDegreeIssuance/Pages/SystemandProcedure.aspx.
13. For attestation of “Equivalence letter” issued by HEC, attach original Equivalence letter alongwith attested copies of all documents.
14. For attestation of "CPSP Fellowship/Membership" certificate, first get it verified from the controller of examinations of CPSP & present to HEC.
Note: It is better to get reservation of time for attestation while visiting HEC, Islamabad for the attestation. Fill out online application form, available at
www.das.gov.pk. Preferably take a print of filled form, before coming to HEC, Islamabad. One may use HEC-attestation lab between 08 am to 11 am for
taking print.
Dr. Amjad Hussain Khawaja
Director (A & A),
Higher Education Commission,
H-9, Islamabad, Pakistan.
Tele: +92 51 90400904
Email: adhussain@hec.gov.pk
Web site: www.hec.gov.pk
ATTESTATION AND ACCREDITATION DIVISION
HIGHER EDUCATION COMMISSION
ISLAMABAD
Functions
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ATTESTATION
OF
DEGREES/DIPLOMAS/CERTIFICATES
AWARDED
BY
UNIVERSITIES/DEGREE
AWARDING INSTITUTES
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EQUIVALENCE OF FOREIGN DEGREES/DEENI ASNADS-SHAHADATUL ALMIYA FIL ULOOMAL ARABIA
WAL ISLAMIA AWARDED BY RECOGNIZED 5 INDIVIDUAL MADARIS OR 5 WAFAQ/TANZEEM AND RABITUL-MADARIS
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ESTABLISHMENT OF UNIVERSITIES/ DEGREE AWARDING INSTITUTES IN PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SECTORS
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FOREIGN COLLABORATION.
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ATTESTATION
1.
GUIDELINES FOR THE ATTESTATION OF EGREE(S) / TRANSCRIPT (S)
Personal Visit to HEC, Sector H-9, Islamabad or Through Authorized Courier Services (OCS).
b. Same Day Service at HEC, Sector H-9, Islamabad for Walk-in Applicants.
a.
c. Attestation Through OCS Courier (Within Pakistan only), Please See Instructions at Sr. No. 2.4
d. Attestation Through Gerry’s Courier (All Over World Only), Please See Instructions at Sr. No. 2.5
2.
HOW TO GET ATTESTATION OF LOCAL DEGREES/TRANSCRIPTS & DIPLOMAS
2.1
Direct Attestation for Walk in Applicants
Visit HEC, Islamabad & follow the steps as mentioned below.
a. Fill out online application form, available at www.das.gov.pk (Preferably take a print, before coming to HEC,
Islamabad/ One may use HEC-attestation lab between 08 am to 11 am for taking print).
I.
Get reservation of time for attestation while filling in the online application form.
II.
Attach all required documents Like:
b. Attach original certificates/degrees from Matric onward to highest degrees required to be attested along with
their transcripts (i.e. Matric/Intermediate/Batcher/master/PhD etc.).
c. Attach one set of photocopies of original certificates/degrees from Matric onward to highest degrees required
to be attested along with their transcripts (i.e. Matric/Intermediate/Batcher/master/PhD etc.).
d. Attach receipt of payment fee along with application form after getting documents checked from concerned
official of HEC at Window 2.
e. Attach Equivalence of “HEC” in case of Bachelor or Master Degree, etc from abroad.
f. For attestation of “Shahadatul Almiya Fil Uloomm Al Arabia Wal Islamia”, particulars of Middle, Aama,
& Khasa must be indicated/entered and attach its equivalence issued by HEC.
g. For attestation of “Equivalence letter” issued by HEC, attach original Equivalence letter alongwith attested
copies of all documents.
h. For the attestation of "CPSP Fellowship/Membership" certificate, get it verified from the controller of
examinations of CPSP before submitting to HEC.
i. At attestation site of HEC, Islamabad, HBL representative is available for deposition of attestation fee at
Window 1.
j. Attach equivalence of IBCC in the case of O&A level certificates or certificates from American High School.
k. Attach Computerized National Identity Card of Degree Holder and its copy as well.
l. In case a degree has not been issued, a verification letter from controller of Examination of the concerned
University/DAI would be required to be produced, if Transcripts/DMCs are issued within 3 years from the
day of presentation with HEC otherwise will not be attested.
m. Attach Computerized National Identity Card of person authorized and its copy as well.
n. HEC attests original documents first then photocopies. No request for the attestation of photocopies would
be entertained without the attestation of original documents.
o. In case of a foreign students studying in Pakistani Universities/DAI
I.
Attach a copy of NOC for studies in Pakistan either from Government of Pakistan or produced a letter
from Embassy in this regard.
II.
Attach a copy of passport and a valid visa of student concerned.
2.2
Attestation Fee
a. For original documents @ Rs=800/- (each)
b. For photocopy @ Rs=500/- (each)
2.3
Additional Requirements for Attestation of Ph.D Degree
HEC takes six working days for the attestation of PhD Degrees.
a. For applicants who have obtained Ph.D degree before 31. 05.2005:
i. His/her name should be included in the HEC Ph.D Directory. Click here for PhD Directory.
b. For applicants who were registered as Ph.D student before 31.05.2005 but were awarded degree after
31.05.2005.
i. Copy of the title page of research article published in HEC approved “X” category journal (“Y” in case of
social sciences only).
ii. Name of the two foreign evaluators with their e-mail and official addresses who evaluated the thesis as
per approval of the University/Institute. This Information is required from the controller of examinations of
degree awarding University/Institute
iii. His/her name should be included in the HEC Ph.D Directory. Click here for PhD Directory.
c. For applicants who were registered as Ph.D students w.e.f 01.06.2005 onwards.
i. Copy of transcript (30 credit hours) showing details of course work.
ii. Copy of the title page of research article published in HEC approved “X” category journal (“Y” in case of
social sciences only).
iii. Name of the two foreign evaluators with their e-mail and official addresses who evaluated the thesis as
per approval of the University/Institute. This Information is required from the controller of examinations of
degree awarding University/Institute
iv. His/her name should be included in the HEC Ph.D Directory. Click here for PhD Directory.
2.4
a.
b.
2.5
a.
b.
c.
Indirect Attestation of Local Degrees/transcripts Through Courier Services (OCS only for Local)
After attestation from HEC, Islamabad, OCS courier services would be responsible for the returned of
documents back to the applicants at their specified/given addresses with in a period of one week on following
rates.
Islamabad @ Rs=155 + GST (for one student attestation) excluding HEC attestation fee as mentioned at 2.2
(a & b).
Rest in Pakistan @ Rs=240 + GST (for one student attestation) excluding HEC attestation fee as mentioned
at 2.2 (a & b).
Indirect Attestation of Local Degrees/Transcripts For International Applicants Through Courier
Services (Gerry’s, Islamabad)
This facility is only be provided through Gerry’s Islamabad for the international customers who required
to get their documents attested from HEC, Islamabad from anywhere in the world and company after attention
would be responsible for returning these documents back to the customers anywhere in the world.
Applicant will forward his/her documents as mentioned above (2.1) to Gerry’s, Islamabad along with a
bank draft (in Pak rupee only) amounting to Rs=2200/- and another bank draft amounting to Rs. mentioned
in 2.2 (a & b) as HEC attestation fee both in favor of Gerry’s, International, (Pvt.) Ltd, Islamabad.
Applicant can use any service to send his/her documents to Gerry’s, International, (Pvt.) Ltd, Islamabad,
Pakistan on following address:
In-charge HEC Project, Gerry’s, Q13, Al-Markaz, F7 Markaz, Jinnah Super Market, Islamabad,
Pakistan, UAN#+92-51-111-7111-111.
International charges by means of Gerry’s Courier Services, Islamabad but not by OCS Courier Services
@ Rs=2200/- (for one student attestation) excluding HEC attestation fee as mentioned at 2.2 (a & b).
d. Return Courier charges Bank draft US$ 18+12% Fuel Charges+GST/e. Bank Draft for the cost of attestation fee in Pakistani rupees. (According to the number of documents)
OR
f. Western Union Money Transfer Services: All the amount (HEC + Gerrys charges) can be sent through
Western Union Money Transfer services in the name of Mr. Assad Hussain NIC# 61101-8493533-5 at
Gerry’s Islamabad-Pakistan. (Please Send the copy of Western Union Receipt along with application form)
g. International applicants are advised to ensure that their contact number(s), postal address and valid e-mail
are given in the online application form, so that they can be contacted in case of any clarification.
You may contact with:
Mr. Waris Ali Khan,
Deputy Manager Operations,
Gerry,s, 14-B, Sadiq Plaza,
G-9, Markaz, Islamabad, Pakistan
Direct: +92512285823;
Mobile:+923455090825;
Fax:+92512285819;
Email: wariskhan@gerrys.com.pk;
website: www.visadropbox.com
Additional Information
Matriculation and Intermediate documents are attested by the IBCC (www.ibcc.edu.pk):
Phone No: + 92 (51) 9250452, 9235020
The Addresses of OCS Express Centers: UAN: 111-202-202; URL: www.ocs.com.pk
S. No. Zone
Express Center
Address
Telephone No.
1
Abbottabad
Khadim Ali Road
Shop No 15 at Plaza Shalimar Main Manshera Road ABT
0992-330025
2
Bahawalpur
Bahawalpur
Shop No.BIII, 2784/4, Outside Fareed Gate, Mohallah Hassanpura,
0333-6399315
Bahawalpur
3
Faisalabad
People Colony
Premises No,170-B Peoples Colony No,1 Faisalabad.
041-8559093
4
Faisalabad
Jhang Ec
Shop No,01,Yousaf Shah Road,Oppt.Church,Jhang Saddar.
5
Gujranwala
GT Road
Shop No.1, Ittehad Plaza, Near General Bus Stand, G.T Road,
055-3847257
Gujranwala
6
Hyderabad
Saddar
NEAR VITUL LAB. SHOP # 2 REHAN ARCDE SADDAR
022-2729135
BAZAR HYDERABAD
7
Hyderabad
Latifabad
Opposite Old Passport office unit #7 Latifabad Hyderabad
8
Hyderabad
MIRPUR KHAS
NEW TOWN NEAR MEHRAN HOTEL POST OFFICE CHOWK,
0233-873708
MIRPUR KHAS
9
Islamabad
Aabpara
(Ocs Zonal Office)G-6 /1-1Plot 4 Main Shahrah e Suharwarde
051-2821167
Abpara Islamabad
10
Karachi
DHA
WORLDWIDE HOUSE,C-17 D.H.A PHASE 2 EXT, KORANGI
021- 35384942
ROAD
11
Karachi
Tariq Road
Shop#4 Ground Floor Zurain Haghts Plot # 685-686-C Block # 2
021-34554066-67
PECHS.
12
Karachi
Johar
SHOP NO 25 saima classic main rashid minhas oad nera johar more 021-4801782
13
Karachi
MC
Plot no 13 block-7-8 Maqbolabad Copretive Soceity Mitsubishi
021 - 34538849
Centre, Shahrah-e-Faisal, Karachi
14
Karachi
Hyderi
FLAT 70SAIFY C H S BLOCK E NORTH NAZIMABAD
15
Karachi
Gulshan
Churangi
HYDER PLAZA SHOP # 27 RASHID MINHAS ROAD
0213-4991941
GULSHAN IQBAL KARACHI BLOCK -5
16
Karachi
Uni Plaza
Shop # 56 UNI CENTER IICHUNDRIGARH ROAD
0213-2425915
17
Lahore
FPR
20- Ferozpur Road Lahore
042-37552811-14
18
Lahore
Gulberg
Shop at Plot No. 26-E, Main Market, Gulberg, Lahore
042-35710642
19
Lahore
Shahdrah
Sheryar Tower opp UBL Bank Shahdara Mor Sheikhupura rd LHE 042-37902460
20
Lahore
Garden Town
Shop NO. 38-UGF, Central Plaza, Garden Town, Lahore
21
Lahore
Y Block
Shop # 15, Lower Ground Floor, DHA Commercial Plaza, "Y"
042-35741495
Block, DHA Lahore
22
Lahore
Shalimar
Road
Link
23
Lahore
Allama
town
Iqbal
24
Lahore
Davis Road
hill view arcade shimla hills 5 davis road lahore
042-36303428
25
Larkana
Larkana
SHOP NO 5 BANK SQURE BUNDAR ROAD LARKANA.
0744-057821
26
Mirpur AJK
Mirpur AK
Shop # B-2 Anasari Plaza Allama Iqbal Road MAK
058-2744599-4
27
Multan
Hassan Parwana
Shop No. 76 HASAN PARWANA COLONY MULTAN
061-4541453
28
Muzzarfarabad Muzzafarabad
SHOP # 13 B, Shalimar Rd., Mughalpura, Lahore.
047-7651056
022-3817892
021-36670211
042-35850957
042-36852897
hop No. 07, Ground Floor, Reliance Plaza, 14-15, Kashmir Block,
042-37800103
Allama Iqbal Town, Lahore
Ground Floor Al Hammad Plaza, old Tanga Stand Bank road ,oppsit
058-22446196
Taj Mahel Hotel
29
Rawalpindi
Jhelum
1/A Shopping Center Station Road JLM
0544-720548
30
Nawabshah
Masjid Road
SHOP NO:4 NEAR SHARJA SHALIMAR COACH STAND
0244-365134
NAWABSHAH
31
Nowshera
Nowshera
Hakeem Abad Nowshehra
0923-610818
32
Peshawar
Uni Road
Opposite Custom House University Road PEW
091-5852488
33
Peshawar
Timergrah
MS Plaza Office#3 main bazzar TMG
0945-823881
34
Peshawar
Mingora
Shalimar Market GT Road Mingora Swat
0946-712293
35
Quetta
Shahbaz Town
BANGLOW NO 21 PHASE 3 Shahbaz Town Quetta
081-2863103-5
36
Rahim Yar Khan Rahim Y Khan
Shop No. 12/3 & 13/3, Shahi Road, Rahim Yar Khan
068-5877148
37
Rawalpindi
Saddar
5/2 HARDING ROAD ,Near Faisal Bank ,Rawalpindi
051-5522582-3
38
Rawalpindi
Chandni Chowk
CHANDNI CHOWK ALLIED PLAZA Murree road RWP
051-4851071
39
Rawalpindi
Wah Cantt Gt Road
Near Bearier# 2,Opposite sabzi mandi Nawababad Main G.T Rd
0514-548182
Wah Cantt.
40
Sahiwal
Sahiwal
387 shami shaheed road near dhori chowk sahiwal
41
Sargodha
Main Office
Premises at Ground Floor, Kothi Bearing Khasra No. 187, Kanal
048-3224689
Park, Dist Sargodha
42
Sialkot
Paris Road
Shop No. 03, Uberoi, Sialkot
052-4587766
43
Sukkur
Queens Road
433/2A/1 QUEENS ROAD SKZ
071-5626462
44
Gujrat
Gujrat
Premises situated in Industrial Area, Opp: to GFC Fan, G.T Road,
0533-512819
Gujrat
040-4460425
EQUIVALENCE
DEGREES/DIPLOMAS/
CERTIFICATES
Equivalence means to determine the status of a degree/diploma obtained from any foreign chartered University/Institution as comparable
to a corresponding degree/diploma obtained from any chartered Pakistani educational Institution/University.
This equivalence determines the level of education of an applicant with reference to National Educational System of Pakistan and enables
him/her to pursue higher studies and enjoy equal rights & privileges as admissible to any Pakistani having degree from any chartered
University/Institution of Pakistan.
2.
Following steps has been taken to ensure the genuineness/ authenticity of the foreign degrees/diplomas.
a.
To determine the status of degrees held from foreign chartered/accredited university/Degree awarding institutions, the Commission
consults the following international directories:i.
Accredited Institutions of Postsecondary Education- published by American Council on Higher Education.
ii.
World List of Universities- published by the UNESCO.
iii.
International Hand Book of Universities.
iv.
Commonwealth Universities.
v.
The Europa World of Learning.
vi.
World of Learning.
vii.
World Guide to Higher Education, Comparative Survey of Systems, Degrees and Qualifications.
b.
In case, University/Institution is not enlisted amongst the list of chartered Universities/Institutions of any country, the Commission
consults the concerned Embassies/High Commissions in Pakistan.
c.
The Commission also gets assistance from official websites of National Bodies of the concerned countries to determine the status
of university/institution and its offshore campuses.
2.1
Principal Criteria for Granting Equivalence
The recognition/ equivalence of the degrees, diplomas and certificates awarded by the accredited/chartered foreign universities is granted
in light of general decision of Equivalence Committee of erstwhile UGC/HEC on 20.3.1986.
The decision is “Degrees/Diplomas Certificates awarded by accredited Universities may be treated in general as equivalent to
corresponding degrees/ diplomas/ certificates from Pakistan.”
3.
HOW TO GET EQUIVALENCE OF FOREIGN DEGREES/DIPLOMAS
Applications for the Higher Education Commission (HEC) may be addressed to the Director General (A&A), Higher Education
Commission, Sector H-9, Islamabad, (Tel: No. + 92-(051) 90400917, 90400913, 90400912, Fax: +92 (051) 90400902.
a.
The application should be made on the prescribed form E-01 for general and professional degrees.
b.
The application should be made on form E-02 for Deeni Sanad.
c.
Applications for equivalence in respect of Secondary School and Higher Secondary School Certificates are dealt with by the InterBoard Committee of Chairmen (Address: Federal Board of Intermediate Education (FBISE), H-8/4, Islamabad (www.ibcc.edu.pk
).
3.1
Equivalence Steps for Walk in applicants
a.
Fill out online application form available at http://des.hec.gov.pk
b.
Attach a set of photocopies of all the documents as mentioned in the form at Clause-IV
c.
Present all the original certificates/degrees along with its transcripts/diploma supplement from Matric onward to the highest degree.
d.
Documentary proof of completion of study abroad supported by passport, visa, entry/exit for study period.
e.
Equivalence fee Rs.5000/- (Non-refundable) per degree/diploma.
f.
At equivalence site of HEC, Islamabad, HBL representative is available for deposition of equivalence fee at Window 1.
(Documents required).
3.2
Equivalence through HEC Regional Centers
The applicants may also submit their applications through regional centers of HEC located at:
a.
55-B/2, Gulberg-III, Lahore
b.
Liaquat National Library Premises, Behind T.V Station, Stadium Road, Karachi.
c.
Near Peshawar Text Book Board, Phase-I, Hayatabad, Peshawar.
d.
Balochistan University of Information Technology & Management Sciences, TAKATTU Campus, Air Port Road, Quetta. (Ph:0812880082)
3.3
Requirement for Final Equivalence Letter
As per policy, before getting final equivalence letter, the applicant needs to have an e-mail sent directly from his/her university/ institution
to the HEC at “sasim@hec.gov.pk” confirming genuineness of degree/diploma.
The confirmation can also be sent through sealed
envelope/fax directly to the HEC, Islamabad, addressing DG (A&A).
3.4
FEE FOR EQUIVALENCE
The Higher Education Commission has prescribed the following rates of fee on equivalence certificates. The amount
of fee may be deposited in cash with the Finance Division of the HEC, Islamabad or through bank draft/pay order in
favour of DG-Finance, Higher Education Commission, Islamabad.
Fee (in Pak Rupee)
Equivalence Certificate
4.
Local Degree
Foreign Degree
a.
Bachelors, Bachelor (Hons)/Master (14-16 year)
Rs 1500/-
Rs 5000/-
b.
M.Sc (Hons)/M.S/M.Phil. or equivalent
Rs 2000/-
Rs 5000/-
c.
Ph.D. or equivalent
Rs 2000/-
Rs 5000/-
d.
Fee for duplicate equivalence letter
Rs 300/-
Rs 300/-
HOW TO GET EQUIVALENCE OF DEENI SANAD-SHAHADATUL ALMIYA FIL ULOOMAL ARABIA WAL ISLAMIA
As per decision of the equivalence committee of erstwhile UGC, only “Deeni Sanad- Shahadatul Almiya Fil Uloomal Arabia Wal Islamia”
awarded by the following 5 recognized Wafaq, Tanzeem, Rabit-ul-Madaris and 5 individual Madaris as equivalent to M.A. Arabic/Islamic
studies for the purpose of teaching Arabic and Islamic studies in Colleges and Universities and for purpose of pursuing higher studies in
these two fields. (Five located in Lahore, Two in Faisalabad, and one each in Sargodha, Multan & Karachi Districts)
The holder of this sand needs to pass/qualify two additional elective subjects other than Arabic and Islamic Studies along with two
compulsory subjects of Pakistan Studies and Islamic studies at the B.A. level from any chartered University of Pakistan as pre-requisite for
getting employment in fields other than teaching. Provisional equivalence letters are normally issued within one to two days.
4.1
Name of 5 Recognized Wafaq/Tanzeem and Rabit-ul-Madaris
a.
Tanzeem-ul-Madaris Alhe Sunnat, Jamia Naeemia, Ghari Shaho, Lahore.
b.
Rabita-ul-Madaris Al Islamia Mansoora Road, Lahore.
c.
Wafaq-ul-Madaris Shia, Jamia-al-Muntazar, H. Block, Model Town, Lahore
d.
Wafaq-ul-Madaris Al-Salafia, Hajiabad, Post Code 38600, Faisalabad.
e.
Wafaq-ul-Madaris Al-Arabia, Markazi Office Gordon Town, Sher Shah Road, Multan.
4.2
Name of 5 Recognized Individual Madaris
a.
Jamia Islamia Minhaj-ul-Quran, 366 Model Town, Lahore.
b.
Jamia Ashrafia, Feroz Pur Road, Lahore.
c.
Jamia Taleemat-e-Islamia, Sargodha Road, Faisalabad,
d.
Darul Uloom Mohammadia Ghousia, Bhera Distt. Sargodha.
e.
Darul Uloom, Korangi Creek, K. Area, Karachi.
5.
APPROVED MODE OF STUDY FOR DEENI ASNAD--SHAHADATUL ALMIYA FIL ULOOMAL ARABIA WAL
ISLAMIA
For recognition, the Sanad holders are required to have passed following courses before award of “Shahadatul Almiya Fil Uloomal Arabia
Wal Islamia”.
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
Middle School Certificate
Shahadatul Saniva Aama
Shahadatul Saniva Khasa
Shahadatul Alia
Shahadatul Almiya
Total
--------------- 8-years of study (Entrance requirement of Sanvia Ama)
-------------- 2-year of study.
-------------- 2-year of study.
-------------- 2-year of study.
-------------- 2-year of study.
16-year of study
The Shahadatul Saniva Aama & Khasa Asnads are equivalent to Matric and intermediate with certain conditions by inter Board of
Committee of Chairman (IBCC), located at Federal Board of Education, Building, H-8/4, Islamabad. The sanad ‘Shahadatul Alia’ awarded
by religious institution is not recognized as equivalent to any academic degree. However, this is mandatory for admission into the final
sanad “Shahadatul Almiya Fil Uloomal Arabia Wal Islamia”
6.
Guidelines for Award of Equivalence Certificate to the ACCA Qualified Members
a.
b.
c.
d.
6.1
a.
b.
The Higher Education Commission has devised the guidelines to award equivalence certificate/letter to ACCA qualified members
under the following terms and conditions:
HEC will only recognize the membership of ACCA, UK (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) UK (after
completion of professional qualification and other requisites including training and required professional experience) for
equivalency.
There will be no exemption awarded to the incomplete or part qualification of ACCA.
Initial admission in ACCA programme MUST be after having 12 years of education (Intermediate level, A-level or equivalence
certificate from IBCC Pakistan) otherwise case will not be entertained.
Procedure for Application:
Applicant should apply on the HEC prescribed Equivalence form (E-01) available on the HEC
website.(http://www.hec.gov.pk/InsideHEC/Divisions/QALI/DegreeAttestationEquivalence/EquivalenceDegreeIssuance/Pages/
Default.aspx).
The holder of ACCA is required to provide and present the following documents (in original) along with their copies:
i.
Certificate of ACCA membership.
ii.
Level completion certificates/transcripts.
iii.
Registration card/welcome letter.
iv.
Intermediate level certificate/’A’ level certificate or Equivalency certificate from IBCC Pakistan.
v.
Matriculation level certificate/’O’ level certificate or Equivalency certificate from IBCC Pakistan.
vi.
All other supporting documents as mentioned on the equivalence form.
vii.
The applicant has to pay requisite equivalency fee of Rs. 5000 (non-refundable).
7.
REFERENCES
a.
Government of Pakistan, Inter-Board Committee of Chairmen, (1995).
b.
IBCC Book of Equivalences of Educational Qualifications in Pakistan, Islamabad.
c.
Guition, Jean, (1977). From Equivalence of Degree to Evaluation of Competence: Present Procedures and Practices, New Avenues,
Paris, UNESCO.
d.
International Association of Universities, (1970). Methods of Establishing Equivalences between Degree and Disciplines,
UNESCO, Paris.
e.
University Grants Commission (1988). A Guide to the Equivalence of Qualifications in Pakistan, Islamabad.