Sindh Orders Immediate Removal of Faculty From University Administrative Posts
The Sindh Higher Education Commission has ordered public universities to remove faculty members from administrative roles. The directive applies to all public sector universities across Sindh. Officials issued the order with immediate effect. As a result, university administrations must act quickly.
Court Orders Drive the Decision
Sindh HEC sent the directive to vice-chancellors of nearly 30 public universities. The commission based the decision on rulings from the Sindh High Court and the Supreme Court of Pakistan. Therefore, universities must comply within eight working days. According to the official letter, no faculty member or PhD holder can hold a non-teaching position. These roles include registrar, controller of examinations, and directors of QEC and ORIC. The restriction also covers both budgeted and non-budgeted posts.
Assistant Director Naheed J. Haider signed the letter. She referred to a Hyderabad Circuit Court order dated December 9, 2025. The case number was CP No. 1757 of 2024. In addition, the letter cited a Supreme Court order from November 11, 2024. The Supreme Court had directed institutions to fill vacant administrative posts strictly under the law. It also ordered the end of all temporary arrangements. As a result, universities must discontinue additional charges, OPS, and similar setups.
Universities Given Deadline to Comply
Some vice-chancellors had earlier defended these appointments. They argued financial constraints made such arrangements necessary. However, Sindh HEC rejected this justification. The commission clearly stated that such practices are no longer allowed.
Vice-chancellors must now terminate all existing arrangements. They must also submit a compliance report within eight working days. Otherwise, the responsibility will fall entirely on the university administration.
Education experts believe this move will reshape university governance. It may also improve transparency and accountability. Therefore, the decision could lead to stronger administrative systems across Sindh’s public universities.
