Punjab Higher Education Department has opened its online application portal for the fifth round of principal appointments in government colleges across the province.

The latest selection process covers 76 vacant principal positions and invites eligible male and female candidates to submit applications through the department’s designated online system.

According to an official notification issued on November 12, 2026, the application portal opened on November 13. Interested candidates can submit their applications until November 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

The initiative aims to fill vacant leadership positions in public-sector colleges and improve the administrative management of higher education institutions across Punjab.

The fifth round provides another opportunity for eligible applicants seeking principal positions in government colleges. Candidates must follow the department’s prescribed eligibility criteria and complete the online application process within the announced schedule.

The Higher Education Department has instructed the relevant education authorities to take necessary steps to facilitate the appointment process.

These instructions have been shared with the Director Public Instruction (Colleges) Punjab, the Director Public Instruction (Colleges) South Punjab, divisional directors of colleges, and other concerned officials.

The Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) has also been included in the official communication regarding the portal arrangements.

The selection process is part of the provincial government’s efforts to address vacant administrative positions in public colleges. Principals are responsible for overseeing institutional administration, academic activities, staff management, and the overall functioning of their respective colleges.

Candidates Advised to Apply Before Deadline

Applicants interested in the Punjab government college principal positions should access the designated e-portal and carefully review the official selection requirements before submitting their applications.

Candidates should ensure that their information is accurate and that the application process is completed before the portal closes.

The department has not announced an extension of the application deadline. Therefore, interested candidates should avoid waiting until the last day.

The final date for submitting applications is November 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM.

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For the latest notifications, application instructions, and updates regarding principal appointments, candidates can visit the official Punjab Higher Education Department website.

Official website: https://hed.punjab.gov.pk/