The HEC has declared the Muslim University Institute of Education and Health Sciences in Hafizabad an illegal educational institution. The commission has also warned students and parents to verify the legal status of institutions before applying for admission.
According to the HEC, the institute is not a recognized degree-awarding institution in Pakistan. It does not have the legal authority to issue degrees, diplomas, or certificates.
The commission said that any academic qualifications issued by the institution will not be accepted for official verification. It added that degrees, diplomas, and certificates awarded by the institute will not be attested or verified by the HEC.
The announcement was made as part of the commission’s efforts to protect students from enrolling in unrecognized institutions. Officials said students should always confirm whether an institution is legally recognized before starting their academic journey.
The HEC stressed that recognition is important because only authorized institutions can award valid academic qualifications. Students who graduate from illegal institutions may face problems when applying for jobs or continuing their education.
According to the commission, the Muslim University Institute of Education and Health Sciences lacks the legal authority required to function as a degree-awarding institution. As a result, it cannot issue valid degrees, diplomas, or certificates under Pakistan’s higher education system.
The commission also reminded the public that academic credentials from unauthorized institutions will not receive official recognition. This means graduates may not be able to use such qualifications for employment, scholarships, or higher studies that require HEC verification.
The latest warning follows an earlier public advisory issued by the commission regarding unrecognized higher education institutions across the country. The regulator has repeatedly urged parents and prospective students to conduct proper checks before taking admission.
Education officials believe that verifying an institution’s legal status can help students avoid financial losses and academic complications in the future. They encouraged applicants to review the recognition status of universities and colleges before submitting applications or paying admission fees.
The commission continues to monitor higher education institutions to ensure they meet legal and academic standards. It also takes action against institutions operating without proper authorization.
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The HEC has advised students and parents to remain cautious and rely only on recognized institutions for higher education. Officials say checking an institution’s registration and legal recognition before enrollment is the best way to ensure that degrees remain valid and officially accepted across Pakistan.
