HEC Warns Public Against Fake Attestation Agents and Online Scams
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) has issued an HEC Attestation Warning, urging students, graduates and other applicants to stay alert against fraudulent individuals posing as attestation agents. The commission warned that scammers are falsely claiming to provide document attestation services on behalf of HEC. As a result, officials advised the public to use only official channels for all attestation-related matters.
In a public advisory, HEC emphasized that its attestation system operates entirely online and follows a paperless process. Therefore, applicants do not need to rely on agents or intermediaries to complete their requests. The commission also urged people not to share personal, educational or academic information with unauthorized individuals.
HEC Urges Applicants to Use Official Channels
HEC said it had received reports about individuals falsely presenting themselves as authorized service providers. These people allegedly offer attestation services and seek sensitive information from applicants.
However, the commission clarified that all attestation requests must be submitted directly through its official online portal. In addition, applicants should avoid making payments or sharing documents with anyone claiming to represent HEC without proper verification.
Officials stressed that using unauthorized services could expose applicants to fraud, identity theft and misuse of academic credentials. Consequently, the commission urged citizens to remain cautious and verify all information through official sources.
Online Portal Remains the Only Approved Method
HEC advised students and graduates to process every attestation request through its e-services platform. The commission also directed applicants seeking assistance to use its official online help desk for guidance and support.
Furthermore, officials encouraged users to protect their academic records by following secure digital procedures. They noted that the official portal provides a safe and transparent process for document verification.
The commission reiterated that it does not authorize private agents to handle attestation requests. As a result, applicants should avoid third-party services and depend solely on HEC’s digital system. The advisory aims to protect citizens from scams and ensure the security of academic credentials across the country.
