Last checked November 2026
Degrees from Pakistani universities are verified and attested by the Higher Education Commission (HEC). This is often required for jobs abroad, higher studies and some government posts. Matric and intermediate certificates are handled separately, through IBCC.
What to bring
- Original degree and transcript
- CNIC
- University verification (where required)
Take originals plus photocopies. Offices may ask for extra documents.
Your route
- 1
Get your degree and transcript verified by your university first.
- 2
Apply online on HEC's degree attestation system.
- 3
Submit originals at the HEC office or by courier as instructed.
- 4
For use abroad, get MOFA attestation afterwards.
Tips & common mistakes
- Make sure your name matches your CNIC across all documents.
- Apply only through HEC's official degree attestation system.
- For use abroad, you may need MOFA attestation after HEC.
- For foreign degrees, HEC issues an equivalence instead of attestation.
Frequently asked questions
Who attests matric and inter certificates?+
The Inter Boards Coordination Commission (IBCC) handles equivalence and attestation of board certificates.
Fees, documents and timelines change, so Raasta deliberately doesn't quote fees. Confirm current requirements on the official website before you apply. Spotted something out of date?