Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government Orders Immediate Filling of Key University Admin Posts–Supreme Court’s Directives Enforced

KPK Government Mandates Urgent Recruitment of University Admin Officers – Based on Supreme Court Order:

In a significant development in the higher education sector of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the Higher Education Archives & Libraries Department has issued a fresh government notification directing all Public Sector Universities to urgently fill their vacant key administrative positions. This notification, dated 21^st May 2025, follows a directive from the Supreme Court of Pakistan in Constitution Petition No. 7 of 2024, where the apex court emphasized the timely appointment of university officials to ensure institutional stability and academic integrity.

The notification excludes the Registrar position, for which rules are still being finalized, but urges the immediate initiation of the recruitment process for all other key administrative posts. Universities are instructed to ensure merit-based, transparent, and legal appointments aligned with statutory provisions.

This move is expected to bring administrative order and improved governance across universities in KPK, which is critical for long-term educational reforms and efficient public sector management. Please find notification:

GOVERNMENT OF KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA
HIGHER EDUCATION ARCHIVES &
LIBRARIES DEPARTMENT

NO. SO (U-VI)/HE/8-01/General
Peshawar, dated 21.05.2025

To

All Vice-Chancellors/Rectors/Directors
Public Sector Universities / DAIS,
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Notification

SUBJECT:             FILLING OF KEY ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS IN UNIVERSITIES

Respected Sir,

                              Administrative Officers play a vital role in ensuring the smooth functioning, governance, and academic integrity of universities. Timely appointment to these positions is crucial for maintaining institutional continuity, efficient management, and strategic decision- making aligned with the objectives of higher education.

2.                           In this regard, the Honorable Supreme Court of Pakistan, in a Constitution Petition No.7 of 2024, has emphasized the importance of filling vacant administrative positions in universities without undue delay. The relevant order from the Supreme Court is annexed herewith for your ready reference (Annex-A).

3.                           In light of the above, you are requested to initiate the process for filling all key administrative posts at your university on a regular basis, at the earliest, excluding the post of Registrar, as rules for appointment of Registrar are under process. The appointments must be made in accordance with the applicable legal provisions, statutory rules, and on merit, ensuring transparency and competitiveness in the selection process.

4.                           Your prompt compliance in this matter is anticipated

Section Officer (U-VI)

Transparent Hiring in KP Universities Will Improve Governance and Restore Academic Stability:

This latest government notification is a clear step towards strengthening the governance framework in public universities of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. With the Supreme Court’s backing, the Higher Education Department is now enforcing action to address long-standing administrative gaps in the university sector. This bold move ensures that vacant positions critical for strategic planning, student affairs, and resource management are no longer left unfilled.

As public universities in KP begin the recruitment process, it is hoped that appointments will be based strictly on merit, statutory compliance, and transparency. Such reforms are essential not only for institutional performance but also to attract national and international academic collaborations.

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