Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design (PIFD), Lahore has announced Vice Chancellor Jobs 2026 for an accomplished academic leader and administrator. The federally chartered public-sector degree-awarding institute is seeking applications for one Vice Chancellor position in Lahore. The appointment will be for five years, and candidates must be no more than 65 years old on the application deadline. The last date is 18 September 2026.
Job Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Department/Organization | Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design (PIFD) |
| Position | Vice Chancellor |
| Total Vacancies | 01 |
| Job Location | Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan |
| Job Type | Full-time / Appointment for 5 years |
| Sector | Federally chartered public-sector institute |
| Age Limit | Maximum 65 years on the last date |
| Last Date | 18 September 2026 |
| Application Method | Application by post/courier with prescribed CV and supporting documents |
| Official Website | www.pifd.edu.pk |
| Contact | 92 42 99232951-57 |
| registrar@pifd.edu.pk |
Available Vacancy
| Sr. No. | Post Name | No. of Posts |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vice Chancellor | 01 |
The vacancy is for the head of Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design. According to the advertisement, the Search Committee appointed by the Senate is looking for an academic leader and administrator who can contribute to the institute’s intellectual development, management and future growth.
Eligibility Criteria
The advertisement seeks candidates with substantial academic, leadership and administrative achievements. Applicants will be assessed on their academic and leadership abilities, professional competence and relevant accomplishments.
Candidates with a PhD and a first professional degree in Visual Arts and Design disciplines are preferred. However, the advertisement does not state that a PhD is an absolute mandatory requirement; it says applicants are “preferably” to hold a PhD and first professional degree in the relevant disciplines.
The selection assessment will consider evidence of meaningful experience and competence in areas including:
- Academic administration
- Professional competence in art and design
- Strategic planning
- Financial management
- Resource development
- Higher education matters
- Design industry
- Pedagogy and quality assurance
- Research and development
- Human and financial resource development
- Social interaction with communities
- Impact of higher education and design on the economy
The advertisement presents these areas as factors that will be considered when assessing candidates. It does not provide a fixed number of years of experience.
Educational Qualification
The preferred academic background is a PhD and first professional degree in Visual Arts and Design disciplines.
The advertisement also requires shortlisted candidates to submit HEC-attested/equivalence copies of degrees attained.
Age Limit
The maximum age is 65 years on the last date fixed for submission of applications.
Required Experience
The advertisement does not specify a fixed minimum number of years of experience. Candidates are expected to demonstrate significant academic, administrative, professional and leadership attainments relevant to the position.
Evidence of experience in academics, academic administration, research and development and other relevant achievements is required.
Documents Required
Applicants must submit the following with their application:
- A letter of intent
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) on the prescribed format available at www.pifd.edu.pk
- Names and contact details of three referees
- HEC-attested/equivalence copies of degrees attained
- Proof of experience in academics, academic administration, research and development and other relevant attainments
The letter of intent must explain the candidate’s vision for the strengths and possibilities of development and sustenance of the institution’s future programmes. The advertisement specifies that this statement should be less than 1,000 words.
Candidates already serving in Government or Semi-Government service must apply through the proper channel.
How to Apply
Candidates applying for the PIFD Vice Chancellor Jobs 2026 should follow the instructions in the official advertisement.
- Visit the official PIFD website at www.pifd.edu.pk.
- Obtain the prescribed CV format available on the institute’s website.
- Prepare a letter of intent of less than 1,000 words explaining your vision for the institute’s future programmes.
- Prepare the CV and provide the names and contact details of three referees.
- Arrange HEC-attested/equivalence copies of your degrees.
- Include documentary proof of relevant academic, academic administration, research and development experience and other attainments.
- Government and Semi-Government employees should apply through the proper channel.
- Address the complete application to the Office of the Registrar, for Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design Vice-Chancellor Search Committee.
- Send the application to the address provided below before the closing date.
Official Website: www.pifd.edu.pk
The supplied advertisement does not provide a separate online application portal. Therefore, candidates should not assume that the application is to be submitted through an online jobs portal. The stated application instructions require submission of the complete application to the Registrar’s office.
Appointment Terms
The Vice Chancellor will be appointed by the Chancellor for a period of five years.
The position involves academic leadership and administration of PIFD, a federally chartered public-sector degree-awarding institute focused on fashion, art and design education.
Last Date to Apply
The last date for submission of the complete application is 18 September 2026.
Applications must be complete in all respects and submitted by the stated deadline.
Important Instructions
Candidates should carefully follow these official conditions:
- Maximum age is 65 years on the application deadline.
- A PhD and first professional degree in Visual Arts and Design are preferred, according to the advertisement.
- Three referees and their contact details must be provided.
- The letter of intent must be less than 1,000 words.
- Degrees must be submitted with HEC attestation/equivalence copies as applicable.
- Relevant experience and attainments must be supported with proof.
- Government/Semi-Government employees must apply through the proper channel.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview.
Contact Details
Office of the Registrar
For Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design Vice-Chancellor Search Committee
51-J/3, Johar Town, Lahore, Pakistan
Phone: 92 42 99232951-57
Email: registrar@pifd.edu.pk
Official Website: www.pifd.edu.pk
Last Date: 18 September 2026
