No.2(11)2011- Certification/333
28-March-2025
National Vocational And Technical Training Commission, Government Of Pakistan
Pakistan’s Technical Diplomas Now Only Valid from These Approved Institutes – Must-Read Government Notification:
Staying up to date with Government Notifications is critical, especially when it concerns your career, education, and employment eligibility. The National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) has just issued a crucial update through its official notification dated March 28, 2025. This notification confirms and revises the list of recognized and approved Qualification Awarding Bodies (QABs) that are authorized to issue diplomas and certifications in the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector across Pakistan.
This is vital information for students, job seekers, overseas employers, and institutions alike. Only certifications from the 13 listed QABs will now be accepted for employment, higher education, and legal purposes. Anyone holding or planning to obtain a diploma from unlisted institutes should verify the legitimacy immediately. Please find notification:
GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN
NATIONAL VOCATIONAL AND TECHNICAL TRAINING COMMISSION
Headquarters. Plot # 38, Kirthar Road, Sector H-9/4, Islamabad
No.2(11)2011- Certification/333 Islamabad March 28, 2025
SUBJECT: VALID & APPROVED CERTIFICATION_BODIES/QUALIFICATION AWARDING BODIES IN THE FIELD OF TECHNICAL & VOCATIONAL, TRAINING.
With reference to the subject cited above and in continuation of this office letter No.2(11)/2011/certification Dated 23th September 2020.
2. By virtue of the powers conferred upon NAVTTC by the Parliament through Act No XV 2011 and subsequent clauses 6(d),6(h), 7(e) NAVITC is the only authorized national body for establishing, regulating and awarding status of QAB in the domain of technical & vocational training and testing.
3. It is hereby announced that only the following Thirteen organizations/Qualification awarding bodies (QABs) are authorized, approved and valid for conducting examinations, assessments and certification in the field of technical & vocational Education & Training (TVET). Hence certificates/diplomas issued by only following approved organizations shall be considered as valid for any kind of employment within and outside the country for further education.
1. National Vocational and Technical Training Commission (NAVITC) Islamabad.
2. Punjab Board of Technical Education (PBTE), Lahore.
3. Trade Testing Board (TTB), Lahore.
4. Punjab Vocational Training Council (PVTC) Lahore.
5. Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Board of Technical and Commerce Education (KP-BT&CE), Peshawar.
6. Trade Testing Board, (TTB) Peshawar.
7. Sindh, Board of Technical Education (SBTE), Karachi.
8. Trade Testing Board (TTB) Karachi.
9. Baluchistan Trade Testing Board (BTTB) Quetta.
10. Azad Jammu Kashmir Trade Testing Boards (AJKTTB). Muzaffarabad.
11. NUTECH Board of Technical and Professional Education (NBTPE), Islamabad.
12. National University of Medical Sciences (NUMS), Rawalpindi.
13. Federal Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education (FBISE), Islamabad
14. National Training Bureau Islamabad (NTB). DEFUNCT-2021
4. This issues with the approval of competent authority.
Director (NTTB – Certification)
NAVITC HQs, Islamabad
Verified QABs for 2025: Don’t Risk Your Future – Only These Certifications Are Legally Valid:
In light of the latest government notification, the NAVTTC has clarified that only the mentioned 13 organizations are allowed to issue recognized vocational and technical certifications across Pakistan. These updates ensure quality, authenticity, and global acceptance of Pakistan’s technical workforce. With increasing scrutiny in both local and international job markets, having a valid certification is more important than ever.
Whether you’re enrolling in a technical institute, applying for a Gulf country visa, or submitting your documents for HEC equivalency, ensure your diploma comes from one of these approved boards. This move aims to eliminate fake diplomas and bring transparency and standardization in the TVET sector.
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