Welcome to Opportunity.pk, your trusted platform for the latest jobs, career opportunities, and government jobs in Pakistan. The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, in lieu of the MoU signed with the Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge, has officially invited applications for the prestigious position of Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship at the Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom. Eligible and high-caliber professionals are invited to submit their applications within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this advertisement.
About Organization
The Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training is a federal ministry of the Government of Pakistan tasked with formulating national education policies, regulating curricula, promoting professional development, and establishing international academic linkages, such as the prestigious Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at the University of Cambridge.
Vacancy Details
The table below outlines the prestigious fellowship position announced in the advertisement:
| Name of Post | Position Location | No. of Posts | Eligibility / Rank |
| Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair | Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge, UK | 01 | Serving in the rank of Associate Professor or above on a regular basis in public or private universities. |
Eligibility Criteria
- Basic Eligibility:
- PhD degree from an HEC-recognized university / institution in a relevant research area in the humanities or social science.
- Having an excellent record of teaching and research.
- Will normally be at the level of Associate Professor or above.
- Other Requirements:
- A maximum of 55 years of age on the closing date of the advertisement.
- Must be proficient in the English language.
- Familiarity with the culture, institutions, and people of the host country.
- Capacity and competence of leadership to project the language, history, and culture of Pakistan in the host country.
- Experience in mentoring, advocacy, communication, organizational leadership, budget management, research grants, diplomacy, media relations, and academic staff associations.
Required Qualifications
- PhD in humanities or social sciences from an HEC-recognized institution.
Experience Requirements
- Serving as Associate Professor or above with an exceptional record of teaching, research, and organizational leadership.
Age Limit
- Maximum 55 years of age on the closing date of the advertisement.
Skills Required
- High proficiency in English, leadership competence, computer literacy, cross-cultural communication, media relations, and academic diplomacy.
Salary and Benefits
- Pay, allowances, research funds, travel costs (including return flights for the Visiting Fellow and family members: wife and children), visa costs, housing, and rent for the Visiting Fellow as determined by the Government of Pakistan and in line with the MoU.
- Pay and allowances equivalent to BS-20 and BS-21 on prescribed terms.
Selection Process
- Only short-listed candidates will be called for interview.
- No TA/DA will be admissible for an interview.
- The Ministry reserves the right not to fill the vacancy without assigning any reason thereof.
Application Procedure
- Applicants are required to submit an academic Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) along with a one-page Statement of Purpose describing interest and objectives.
- Submit applications along with CVs, departmental permission, and supporting documents on the National Job Portal at https://njp.gov.pk within thirty (30) days from the date of publication.
- Those already in Government / Semi-Government service are required to apply through the proper channel.
Documents Required
- Academic Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- One-page Statement of Purpose.
- Departmental permission / NOC (for government servants).
- Supporting educational and professional documents.
Important Instructions
- Applications received after the due date will not be considered.
- Tenure of appointment will initially be for three (03) years on a deputation / contract basis, extendable to a maximum of two years on a yearly basis, subject to satisfactory quarterly performance.
- For further queries, contact Deputy Secretary at 051-9202361, Room No. 129, First Floor, C-Block, Pakistan Secretariat, Islamabad.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Advertisement Date | August 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 30 days of publication on the National Job Portal |
Job Locations
- Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom ( administered via Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, Islamabad).
Who Should Apply?
- Senior academics, Associate Professors, and Professors from public and private universities in Pakistan with a PhD in humanities or social sciences looking for international academic deputation.
Why Join This Organization?
- Represent Pakistan’s academic and cultural heritage at one of the world’s leading universities (University of Cambridge) with full government sponsorship and BS-20/21 equivalent packages.
Career Growth
- Unmatched global academic exposure, international research collaboration, and leadership positioning in South Asian studies.
Tips Before Applying
- Craft a compelling one-page Statement of Purpose outlining clear research and fellowship objectives.
- Ensure proper channel approval if currently employed in government service.
Common Mistakes
- Submitting late applications past the 30-day window.
- Forgetting to attach the mandatory one-page Statement of Purpose.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the last date to apply for the Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship?
Applications must be submitted within 30 days from the date of publication of the advertisement.
2. Where should the application be submitted?
Applications must be submitted online through the National Job Portal at https://njp.gov.pk.
3. What is the location of the fellowship?
Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom.
4. Who is eligible to apply?
Serving academics in the rank of Associate Professor or above on a regular basis in public or private universities.
5. What is the required academic qualification?
A PhD degree from an HEC-recognized university in humanities or social sciences.
6. Is there an age limit?
Yes, a maximum of 55 years of age on the closing date.
7. What is the duration of the fellowship?
Initially for three (03) years, extendable to a maximum of two years on a yearly basis.
8. What pay package is associated with the post?
Equivalent to BS-20 and BS-21 with allowances, research funds, and travel costs.
9. Are family travel costs covered?
Yes, return flights for the Visiting Fellow and family members (wife and children) are provided.
10. Do government servants need permission?
Yes, those already in service must apply through the proper channel.
11. What documents must accompany the CV?
A one-page Statement of Purpose and supporting documents.
12. Who is the contact person for queries?
Deputy Secretary, Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, Islamabad.
13. What is the contact phone number?
051-9202361.
14. Will TA/DA be provided for interviews?
No TA/DA will be admissible.
15. What are the core responsibilities of the fellow?
Engaging with students and scholars on Pakistan’s history, culture, and teaching Urdu and Pakistani studies at Cambridge.
16. Are language proficiencies required?
Proficiency in the English language is mandatory.
17. Can private university professors apply?
Yes, the position is open to all serving in public as well as private universities.
18. What is the job portal link?
19. Is housing provided?
Housing and rent are provided for the Visiting Fellow as determined by the Government.
20. Which ministry announced this fellowship?
Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training.
Conclusion
The announcement of the Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at the University of Cambridge by the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training represents an extraordinary career pinnacle for Pakistani scholars. Eligible Associate Professors and Professors should apply online via the National Job Portal (https://njp.gov.pk) within 30 days. Seize this prestigious international appointment today!
اردو سیکشن (Urdu Section)
عنوان: وزارت وفاقی تعلیم و پیشہ ورانہ تربیت علامہ اقبال وزٹنگ فیلوشپ چیئر جابز 2026 – آن لائن اپلائی کریں
تعارف
اوپرچیونٹی ڈاٹ پی کے پر خوش آمدید! وزارت وفاقی تعلیم و پیشہ ورانہ تربیت نے یونیورسٹی آف کیمبرج (برطانیہ) کے سینٹر آف ساؤتھ ایشین سٹڈیز میں “علامہ اقبال وزٹنگ فیلوشپ” کے لیے پبلک اور پرائیویٹ جامعات کے ایسوسی ایٹ پروفیسر یا اس سے اوپر کے عہدے کے حامل اہل اساتذہ سے درخواستیں طلب کی ہیں. خواہشمند امیدوار اشتہار شایع ہونے کے 30 دن کے اندر آن لائن اپلائی کر سکتے ہیں.
ادارے کا تعارف
وزارت وفاقی تعلیم اور پیشہ ورانہ تربیت پاکستان میں تعلیمی ترقی، نصاب سازی اور بین الاقوامی تعلیمی تعاون کے فروغ کے لیے مرکزی کردار ادا کرتی ہے۔
اسامی کی تفصیل
- اسامی: علامہ اقبال وزٹنگ فیلوشپ چیئر (یونیورسٹی آف کیمبرج، برطانیہ) – 01 اسامی
- اہلیت: ایچ ای سی سے منظور شدہ یونیورسٹی سے انسانی یا سماجی علوم میں پی ایچ ڈی اور ایسوسی ایٹ پروفیسر یا اس سے اوپر کا رینک.
- عمر کی حد: زیادہ سے زیادہ 55 سال.
درخواست دینے کا طریقہ
- امیدوار اپنی سی وی اور ایک صفحے کا “اسٹیٹمنٹ آف پرپز” تیار کریں.
- نیشنل جاب پورٹل (https://njp.gov.pk) کے ذریعے اشتہار شایع ہونے کے 30 دن کے اندر آن لائن درخواست جمع کروائیں.
- سرکاری ملازمین اپنے محکمے کے توسط سے باقاعدہ چینل کے ذریعے اپلائی کریں.
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