Policy Analyst (BS-17) – Higher Education Department Punjab | PPSC Recruitment 2025

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Policy Analyst (BS-17) – Higher Education Department Punjab | PPSC Recruitment 2025

The Higher Education Department (Punjab) is hiring a Policy Analyst (BS-17) on a regular basis — Case No. 18-RB/2025, 01 Post (Open Merit). Age: Male 22–28 +5, Female 22–28 +8. Domicile: All Punjab. Place of Posting: Higher Education Department. Written Test: 100 marks / 90 minutes (Public Policy 40%, Economics 40%, General Ability 20%). Advertised: 16 Oct 2025. Apply by: 31 Oct 2025.

Quick Facts

  • Department: Higher Education Department (Punjab)
  • Post: Policy Analyst (BS-17) — Regular | Vacancies: 01 (Open Merit)
  • Age (with relaxation): Male 22–28 +5 = 33, Female 22–28 +8 = 36
  • Domicile: All Punjab | Posting: Higher Education Department
  • Test (if held): 100 marks / 90 minutes — Public Policy 40%, Economics 40%, General Ability 20%

Eligibility (as per service rules)

  • Education: Sixteen (16) years of education (Second Division) in Public Policy or Economics from an HEC-recognized university.
  • Experience: One (01) year relevant experience from a public or private sector organization (private experience accepted if the entity is registered with SECP or another regulator).

Skills Requirements

  • Policy & Economic Analysis: policy briefs, impact evaluation, benefit–cost thinking.
  • Data & Evidence: basic statistics, dashboards, literature scanning, and citations.
  • Writing & Presentation: concise notes for decision-makers; stakeholder communications.
  • Coordination: work with HED units, universities/colleges, and other government bodies.
  • IT: strong Microsoft Office and document management.

Responsibilities

  • Draft policy notes, options papers, and evidence-backed recommendations.
  • Support scheme preparation and reviews aligned with sector priorities.
  • Build simple monitoring frameworks and assist in progress reporting.
  • Liaise with universities/colleges and line departments for inputs and validation.

Written Test / Syllabus

  • One-paper MCQ: 100 marks, 90 minutes.
  • Weighting: Public Policy (≈40%), Economics (≈40%), General Ability (≈20%) including General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies, Current Affairs, Geography, Basic Math, English, Urdu, Everyday Science, Basic Computer Studies.

How to Apply

What We Verify (document scrutiny/interview)

  • Original CNIC, domicile, and recent photographs.
  • Degrees/Transcripts with marks/percentage (CGPA not acceptable).
  • Experience letter (post-qualification) and, for private experience, proof of company registration with SECP/another regulator.
  • NOC/DPC for in-service candidates (if called).

FAQs

Q1. What degree is acceptable for Policy Analyst?
A. 16 years of education in Public Policy or Economics (Second Division) from an HEC-recognized university.

Q2. Is private-sector experience valid?
A. Yes, one year is required; private experience counts if the organization is registered with SECP or another regulator.

Q3. What is the test syllabus and weighting?
A. Public Policy 40%, Economics 40%, General Ability 20%, one paper MCQ, 100 marks/90 minutes.

Q4. What are the age limits?
A. Male 22–28 +5 = 33; Female 22–28 +8 = 36.