HEC Degree Attestation 2026: Online Process and Fee

By ask2mudasar · Updated 17 October 2026 · How we verify

HEC degree attestation 2026: fully online, Rs 3,000 per document

HEC degree attestation is now fully online and paperless. You apply on the HEC e-Services portal (eservices.hec.gov.pk), pay Rs 3,000 per document through 1-Link (1-Bill), and download an e-attestation certificate from your account. You no longer visit HEC offices or send original documents by courier. Pakistani students need attested degrees for most scholarships abroad, foreign admissions and visas.

Quick facts

Where	HEC e-Services portal: eservices.hec.gov.pk
Fee	Rs 3,000 per document (raised from Rs 1,000 in May 2026)
Documents	Degree, transcript/result card, provisional certificate, HEC equivalence letter
Payment	1-Link (1-Bill) with the consumer number the portal gives you
Result	E-attestation certificate downloaded from your HEC account; verifiable online
Originals	Not needed; no office visit or courier

HEC degree attestation fee

Document	Fee per document
Degree	Rs 3,000
Transcript or result card	Rs 3,000
Provisional certificate	Rs 3,000
HEC equivalence letter	Rs 3,000

The portal adds up the total for the documents you choose. Part of the fee goes to your university for verifying the documents quickly.

How to apply for HEC online degree attestation

1. Create an account on eservices.hec.gov.pk, or log in.
2. Enter your personal details exactly as on your CNIC and degrees: name, father’s name, date of birth and address.
3. Add your academic record: matric, intermediate, bachelor’s and any master’s, with degree title, session, campus and roll or registration number.
4. Select the documents you want attested; the fee is calculated automatically.
5. Upload clear scans of your CNIC (both sides), degrees, transcripts and any supporting documents.
6. Pay with the consumer number through 1-Link (1-Bill) on your banking app or at a bank.
7. Submit and track the application. HEC checks your data with NADRA and your university.
8. When it is approved you get an SMS and email; download the e-attestation certificate from your account.

Documents you need

• CNIC (front and back)
• Matric and intermediate certificates
• Bachelor’s and master’s degrees
• Transcripts or result cards
• Provisional certificate, if your degree is not issued yet
• Any supporting documents the portal asks for

Tips

• Match your CNIC exactly. Spelling differences between your CNIC and degrees cause delays.
• Scan clearly. Blurry scans are returned.
• Ask your university to verify fast. HEC now pays universities more for verifying within 24 hours.

Scam warning: HEC attestation is only done on eservices.hec.gov.pk. HEC has warned against agents who promise ‘fast attestation’ for extra money. Check suspicious offers with our Scam check.

Frequently asked questions

What is the HEC degree attestation fee in 2026? Rs 3,000 per document, paid through 1-Link (1-Bill). It rose from Rs 1,000 in May 2026.

How do I apply for HEC degree attestation online? Register on eservices.hec.gov.pk, enter your details and academic record, upload scans, pay the fee and download your e-attestation certificate.

Do I need to visit HEC or send original documents? No. The system is fully online and paperless.

How long does HEC attestation take? HEC does not publish a fixed time; it depends on how quickly your university verifies your documents.

Is HEC e-attestation accepted abroad? It is issued digitally and can be verified online. Check whether the embassy or university you apply to needs any extra step.

Sources

We checked these sources on 17 October 2026:

• ProPakistani (13 May 2026) – How to apply for HEC online degree attestation: steps, fee, payment, documents
• The News (14 May 2026): fee increase and university incentives
• Result.pk: fee per document

HEC’s own website could not be opened by our checker; facts come from national news reports of HEC’s announcement. Confirm on eservices.hec.gov.pk before paying.