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HUMAN RESOURCES

Eligibility, Recruitment, Selection & Termination

HITEC University maintains a comprehensive framework for recruitment, selection, and employment management. Our processes ensure transparency, fairness, and merit-based decisions while adhering to the highest standards of professional excellence and regulatory compliance.

APPOINTMENT CRITERIA

Eligibility for Appointments

All appointments at HITEC University must meet specific eligibility criteria to ensure quality and compliance

Nationality

No person shall be eligible for appointment unless he/she is a Pakistani National. When a suitable Pakistani national is not available, a non-Pakistani national may be appointed on terms decided by the Competent Authority. Foreign nationals may join Academic Staff through Talent Exchange Programs per Government of Pakistan rules.

Qualifications

No person shall be appointed to any post for which technical and/or professional qualifications are prerequisites unless they possess the minimum qualifications as approved by the University and relevant accreditation bodies.

Document Verification

Appointment is conditional until verification of personal data, certificates, service records, qualifications, references, and other required information. If information is found incorrect at any stage, services are liable to be terminated.

Medical Fitness

No person shall be eligible for appointment unless declared medically fit by the Medical Officer. This ensures all employees can perform their duties effectively and maintain good health standards.

Age Requirements

If Secondary School Certificate is not available as proof of age, the age assessed through CNIC shall be placed on record and shall be final for all purposes related to employment.

Disqualifications

No person dismissed from HITEC University, government departments, semi-government bodies, autonomous organizations, or previous employment for misconduct or criminal offenses involving moral turpitude shall be appointed. Concealment of such information results in unconditional termination.

APPOINTMENT PROCEDURES

Appointments & Process

General Appointment Policy

All appointments shall be made from time to time as necessary to implement university aims and promote efficiency. Appointments are made on contractual basis with terms approved by the Competent Authority in line with HEC/PEC/accreditation council criteria. Appointments normally begin at initial pay scale level, but the Competent Authority may approve higher entry levels based on qualifications and experience. All appointments are made through properly constituted Selection Boards/Committees.

Creation and Abolition of Posts

The Board may, at any time, in the best interest of the University create or abolish any post or posts in any class or classes, whether permanent or temporary. The Board may delegate to any person(s) or a committee to perform this duty/function.

Selection Board

As per The HITEC University Taxila Act XII of 2009, the Selection Board composition and functions are as follows:

Board Composition:

The Vice Chancellor (Chairman)

The Dean of the faculty concerned

The Chairperson concerned

One member of the Board (nominated by the Board)

One eminent scholar (nominated by the Society)

One expert in the subject (nominated by Secretary, Education Dept.)

Secretary: The Registrar shall serve as the Secretary of the Selection Board.

Term of Office

Members other than ex-officio members shall hold office for a period of three years.

Quorum

Four members of the Selection Board shall constitute the quorum for a meeting.

Conflict of Interest

No member who is a candidate or whose family member is a candidate shall take part in proceedings for that selection.

Expert Co-option

For Professor/Associate Professor: 3 experts; for other teaching posts: 2 experts from approved standing list.

Selection Board Functions:
  • Consider and select suitable candidates for appointment/promotion to teaching and other posts
  • Recommend suitable salary for selected candidates
  • Submit all cases of promotion and selection of officers to the Board for formal approval

Selection Committee

For administrative, secretarial, and other posts below officer cadre:

Committee Composition:

Dean of faculty or Principal Staff Officer (as decided by Competent Authority)

Chairperson of Department / Director / Manager concerned

Registrar

Treasurer (in attendance)

Selection Committee Functions:
  • Consider applications and recommend suitable candidates for posts below officer cadre
  • Recommend suitable salary for selected candidates
  • Consider all cases of promotion of employees below officer cadre
RECRUITMENT STEPS

Appointment Process

1

Requirement Submission

Chairpersons of Departments / Directors send the requirement of the slot to the Registrar Office for processing and approval.

2

Vice Chancellor Approval

Upon receipt of requirement, Registrar Office raises a minute sheet for the approval of the Vice Chancellor.

3

Candidate Shortlisting

After approval, Assistant Registrar (HR) arranges resumes of suitable/shortlisted candidates from advertisements, online applications, and networking sources based on HEC/PEC guidelines.

4

Selection Meeting

Registrar arranges Selection Board/Committee meeting considering members' availability and communicates the date to candidates.

5

Selection & Recommendation

After selecting suitable candidate(s), proceedings are signed by respective members. Board/Committee recommends salary for selected candidates.

6

Board Approval

All appointments of officers' cadre/faculty are on contract subject to the approval of the Board.

COMPENSATION & ONBOARDING

Salary and Commencement of Service

Starting Salary

The starting salary of the employee will be as recommended in the Selection Board/Selection Committee based on qualifications, experience, and market standards.

Salary Accrual

Pay and allowances accrue from the date an employee reports for duty in writing at the designated place and time, provided reporting occurs within the first half of official working hours; otherwise salary accrues from the next following day.

Employee Card

Newly appointed employees will be issued an Employee Card bearing their name and designation, which should be displayed visibly during their presence in the University.

Employee Handbook

New employees receive a handbook or CD containing: appointment letter copy, University Rules and Regulations, job description, and other essential materials required to perform their job.

Visiting Faculty

Visiting Faculty are treated as temporary contractual employees, appointed on recommendations of the Chairperson and Dean concerned for a specific duration.

PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT

Probations and Confirmations

1
Initial Probation

All initial appointments are placed on probation for a minimum period of six months to assess performance and suitability.

2
Performance Report

After probation, Dean/PSO/Chairperson initiates a written performance report recommending confirmation or termination/extension.

3
Extension Option

If performance is unsatisfactory, probation may be extended for another six months through a written order to the employee.

4
Final Decision

After second probation, services are either confirmed for satisfactory performance or terminated based on reporting officer's recommendation.

5
Confirmation Benefits

Upon confirmation, employees enter contractual service and are entitled to all privileges and rights from their joining date.

CAREER PROGRESSION

Increments and Promotions

Performance Evaluation & Career Growth
  • Performance assessed at least once yearly in December using Performance Evaluation Forms by immediate superior and reviewed by higher authority
  • Performance Evaluation communicated to employees at all levels with signatures obtained
  • Confirmed employees entitled to increment(s) within pay scale as per laid down scale
  • University may grant special increments in deserving cases upon Chairperson's written recommendation through Selection Board
  • Employees reaching salary ceiling not automatically entitled to promotion; performance reviewed by Competent Authority who may grant increase not exceeding maximum increment
  • Promotion is Selection Board/Committee function and cannot be claimed as a right
  • For salary fixation on promotion/upgrading, if benefit is less than half the rate of increment in new grade, one advance increment added
  • Employees entitled to one increment each for Gold Medal at undergraduate, graduate, and postgraduate level
INTERNAL MOBILITY

Transfers

Transfer Policy

Employees can be transferred from one department to another generally in their normal line of duty. Transfers shall, to the extent possible, be in consultation with Chairpersons/Directors concerned and Competent Authority depending upon vacancy availability in the department/section.

1
Need of University

Transfers based on organizational requirements and operational efficiency.

2
Vacancy Availability

Transfers only processed when suitable vacancies exist in target departments.

3
Career Growth

Employee development and career advancement opportunities considered.

4
Skill Utilization

Optimal use of employee skills and knowledge across departments.

5
Experience Need

Providing diverse experience for professional development.

6
Administrative Reasons

Strategic organizational and administrative considerations.

SEPARATION PROCEDURES

Resignations and Terminations

Resignation & Termination Guidelines
  • Employees may resign by giving one month notice in writing or payment equivalent to gross pay in lieu of notice period
  • Faculty members: Notice one month prior to semester start or completion of running semester, or payment for remaining period/un-served notice
  • University may terminate employment with 30 days notice or equivalent payment; faculty bound to serve till semester completion or pay remaining period
  • Competent Authority may curtail/waive notice period in exceptional cases based on outstanding performance and Dean/PSO/Chairperson recommendations (reasons recorded)
  • For termination due to unsatisfactory performance, inefficiency, or ill discipline, counseling/warnings/evaluations record provided to employee
  • Employee grievances: Fair opportunity to explain position before constituted committee
  • Competent Authority may waive/reduce amount due in lieu of notice in extreme exceptional circumstances for outstanding performance
  • All benefits regarding permissible leaves and retirement cease when resignation is tendered and accepted, regardless of notice period served
  • All departing employees must obtain proper clearance from University in writing
  • Registrar Office conducts formal exit interview with departing staff for candid assessment and improvement feedback; notes filed with HR for action
STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE

Resignation Process

1

Submit Resignation

Employee submits resignation to respective Dean/PSO/Chairperson/Manager in writing.

2

Forward to VC

Dean/PSO/Chairperson/Manager forwards resignation to Vice Chancellor through reporting channel with recommendations.

3

Formal Approval

After Vice Chancellor's formal approval, Registrar office issues relinquishment of charge notification to all relevant offices including outgoing employee, Dean, PSO, Chairperson, Treasurer, with copy to VC.

4

Clearance Certificate

Outgoing employee seeks clearance from all departments on clearance certificate and submits to Registrar Office.

5

Handover Completion

Completion of handing/taking over formalities supervised by Chairpersons to ensure smooth transition.

6

Exit Interview

Registrar Office conducts exit interview to gather feedback for continuous improvement. Interview notes filed with HR for further action if needed.

Contract Agreement

All employees will sign an agreement with the University pertaining to the terms and conditions of their service as per attached specimens. Contracts can be renewed further with mutual consent of the employee and the University. In case the contract is not renewed, the services of the employee will stand terminated automatically on the last day of the contract.

Human Resources Department

For more detailed information about eligibility criteria, recruitment procedures, selection processes, or any other employment-related inquiries, please contact the Human Resources Department:

hr@hitecuni.edu.pk
051-9047851-60 (Ext. 123)
HR Department, Admin Block, HITEC University
Monday to Friday (8:30 AM - 4:30 PM)