Eligible faculty members at public medical, nursing and allied health institutions in Rawalpindi and Islamabad have until November 9, 2026, to be nominated for a research skills programme organised by the National Academy of Higher Education (NAHE), under the Higher Education Commission (HEC).
HEC's announcement identifies demonstrators, lecturers, senior lecturers and assistant professors as the eligible faculty ranks. Interested staff should contact their institution about nomination through the official link. The announcement limits participation to the two cities and public sector institutions.
What the programme covers
The training addresses research foundations, ethics, study design, literature review and scientific writing. Its coverage of writing includes the ethical use of artificial intelligence. These are the announced areas of instruction. Applicants should ask NAHE about any assessment or certification arrangements they need to confirm.
Dates and venue
According to APP's November 2 report, the programme runs from November 30 to December 4, 2026, at Jinnah Lecture Hall, NAHE, within HEC's H-8 premises in Islamabad. The reported daily hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pakistan time.
| Detail | Announced information |
|---|---|
| Organiser | NAHE, Higher Education Commission |
| Eligible location | Rawalpindi and Islamabad |
| Eligible institutions | Public medical, nursing and allied health institutions |
| Nomination deadline | November 9, 2026; exact closing time unspecified |
| Programme dates | November 30 to December 4, 2026 |
What faculty should check now
As of November 7, fewer than three days remain before the stated nomination date. Faculty should check their institution's internal processing time and confirm submission requirements promptly. The available announcement does not establish a precise closing hour, fees, travel support or a guaranteed place for every nominee. Confirm those details with NAHE before making arrangements.
APP names Dr Sadia Bukhari, Deputy Director NAHE, and Muhammad Rafaqat Awan, Assistant Director, as contacts for further information.
Sources: APP, November 2, 2026; HEC's official announcement.
Source: app.com.pk