The PhD Country Directory (PCD) is the national repository of all PhD degrees awarded by HEC-recognized universities in Pakistan since 1947. The directory is publicly accessible through the Higher Education Commission (HEC) website at: https://pcd.hec.gov.pk/
Objective:
The primary objective of the PhD Country Directory is to maintain a comprehensive and regularly updated database of PhD graduates from Pakistani higher education institutions, covering their respective disciplines and areas of research.
Key Information Available:
The directory contains detailed information on PhD scholars, including:
- Scholar's full name
- Field of specialization
- Dissertation title
- Degree title
- Name of the degree-awarding institution
- Year of degree award
- Supervisor(s)
- Research publications produced during the doctoral program
Registration in the PhD Country Directory is a mandatory requirement for the attestation of PhD degrees by HEC.
Significance and Use:
In addition to facilitating degree verification, the PCD serves as an important national resource for policymakers, researchers, and other stakeholders by:
- Enabling analysis of national research trends
- Assessing doctoral output across academic disciplines
- Supporting evidence-based policy formulation and academic planning
- Assisting in the evaluation of research expertise within Pakistan
The directory also serves as a reliable reference for academic institutions, employers, accreditation bodies, and international organizations seeking verification of doctoral qualifications awarded in Pakistan.
Online registration in PCD: https://eservice.hec.gov.pk
Revised format for PhD Notification
