Punjab Approves Promotions for BS Degree Holder Teachers in Pakistan

📢 Punjab Approves Promotions for BS Degree Holder Teachers

The Punjab School Education Department has announced a major update for teachers. BS degrees will now be accepted as equivalent to a 16-year qualification, making over 16,000 teachers eligible for promotions.

Earlier, only teachers with MA or MSc degrees were considered for seniority lists and departmental promotions. BS degree holders were left out of this process.

📌 New Policy Update

A notification from the department confirmed that the revised policy applies to all institutions under the School Education Department.

This means teachers with BS degrees will now be considered for promotions in the upcoming Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) meeting.

🎓 Benefits for Teachers

• Equal recognition for BS degree holders.

• More opportunities for promotions.

• Relief for thousands of teachers across Punjab.

✅ Why It Matters

Education experts believe this decision will improve career growth, reduce frustration among BS graduates, and ensure fair opportunities for teachers in Punjab.