AJKPSC Announces Final Selection List

AJKPSC Announces Final Selection List for BS-17 Lecturers in Higher Education Department (October 2026)

The Azad Jammu and Kashmir Public Service Commission (AJKPSC) Muzaffarabad has officially released its long-awaited press release and final selection list for various posts under Advertisement No. 02/2025. Following rigorous screening processes, including competitive MCQ tests and thorough candidate interviews conducted on October 18, 2026, the commission has announced successful candidates for open-merit positions within the Higher Education Department.

This comprehensive news report covers the breakdown of selected candidates, the rigorous selection methodology, and the implications of this announcement for aspiring educators across Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

Overview of the AJKPSC Selection Process 2026

The recruitment cycle managed by the AJK Public Service Commission is renowned for its transparency, merit-based evaluation, and strict adherence to government service rules. Advertisement No. 02/2025 attracted thousands of highly qualified applicants from across the region who aspired to secure prestigious BS-17 lecturer positions.

The evaluation criteria comprised two major phases:

1. Written MCQ Test: An initial screening test designed to assess subject-matter expertise, general knowledge, and analytical capabilities. Only high-scoring candidates were shortlisted.

2. Professional Interviews: Shortlisted candidates underwent face-to-face panel interviews on October 18, 2026, evaluated by academic and administrative experts to gauge communication skills, teaching aptitude, and domain mastery.

Following these evaluations, the Directorate of Recruitment officially published the finalized results on October 19, 2026.

Complete Final Selection List: Higher Education Department (BS-17)

Below is the verified list of candidates who successfully cleared all stages of the examination and interview process, categorized by subject and gender.

1. Lecturer Chemistry (BS-17) - Male

Candidates who demonstrated exceptional command over chemical sciences and interview criteria:

• Muhammad Zeeshan Ayyub Khan S/o Muhammad Ayyub Khan (Roll No: 30292)

• Muhammad Ehsan Ullah S/o Muhammad Siddique (Roll No: 30333)

• Raja Shahzaib S/o Aziz Ullah (Roll No: 30593)

• Wasif Zahoor S/o Zahoor ul Hasan Khan (Roll No: 30855)

• Muhammad Mahroof S/o Muhammad Yaseen (Roll No: 30336)

2. Lecturer Chemistry (BS-17) - Female

Top-performing female scholars selected for the Higher Education Department:

• Anisa Bostan D/o Muhammad Bostan (Roll No: 31971)

• Fiza Imtiaz D/o Mir Imtiaz Ahmed (Roll No: 32169)

• Nazish Gul D/o Muhammad Nasim Tahir (Roll No: 32741)

• Saira Kausar D/o Muhammad Resham Khan (Roll No: 32813)

3. Lecturer Economics (BS-17) - Female

Meritorious candidates chosen to impart economic theories and analytical frameworks:

• Anum Shakeel D/o Shakeel Ahmed Khan Abbasi (Roll No: 1397)

• Esha Khaliq D/o Sardar Abdul Khaliq Abbasi (Roll No: 1409)

• Maha Khaliq D/o Sardar Abdul Khaliq Abbasi (Roll No: 1437)

4. Lecturer Commerce (BS-17) - Male

Qualified professionals selected under the commerce faculty bracket:

• Numan Akbar D/o Ali Akbar Khan (Roll No: 2641)

• Sajid Yaqoob S/o Muhammad Yaqoob (Roll No: 2653)

• Zulfiqar Shauket S/o Shauket Iqbal Shaheen (Roll No: 3211)

• Muzammal Subhani S/o Ghulam Rasool (Roll No: 2713)

• Abdul Qadir Khan S/o Muhammad Aziz Khan (Roll No: 2554)

Significance of the AJKPSC Recruitment for Education Standards

The induction of these qualified BS-17 lecturers into public sector colleges represents a monumental step forward for educational infrastructure in Azad Jammu and Kashmir. Quality teaching staff directly influence student retention rates, academic research culture, and institutional excellence.

Educational analysts note that filling vacant seats in core disciplines like Chemistry, Economics, and Commerce ensures that college students receive specialized instruction aligned with modern academic curricula. Furthermore, open-merit selections reinforce public trust in the institutional framework of the AJK Public Service Commission.

Next Steps for Selected Candidates

Candidates featured in the official notification issued under reference number No. PSC/Recruitment/39-1930/2026 dated October 19, 2026, should promptly complete their pre-employment formalities. Typically, these include:

• Medical Fitness Examinations: Obtaining certified fitness certificates from authorized medical boards.

• Police Character Verification: Securing clearance documentation from local law enforcement authorities.

• Degree Attestation: Ensuring all academic credentials are formally verified by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) or relevant boards.

• Issuance of Appointment Letters: The Higher Education Department will subsequently dispatch formal job placement orders detailing posting locations.