The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has temporarily suspended fresh admissions to computing-related programs at 44 universities and higher education institutions across Pakistan under its National Skill Competency Test (NSCT) 2026 quality assurance review. In a student advisory, the HEC said admissions and intake in the affected programs will remain suspended until institutional evaluations are completed and approval is granted by the competent authority.

In a student advisory, the HEC said admissions and intake in the affected programs will remain suspended until institutional evaluations are completed and approval is granted by the competent authority.

The commission advised prospective students and parents to verify the admission status of computing programs before applying.

The institutions placed under review are:

According to the HEC, the temporary suspension is a quality assurance measure under NSCT 2026 aimed at ensuring that computing programs meet the required academic and professional standards. The commission said admissions will remain on hold until the review process is completed and the programs receive the necessary approvals.

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