HEC's new digital attestation system for 2026. What changed, why, and how to avoid delays in your international applications.
In April 2026, HEC Pakistan launched a new digital attestation system that fundamentally changed how Pakistani degree certificates are verified by foreign universities. If you're applying to international universities in 2026-27, this directly affects you. This guide covers the 5 key updates: Online attestation portal, degree equivalence pre-registration, Punjab vs. national process, background checks, and Gold Seal attestations. The new system is faster IF you use it correctly. Pre-register, upload quality documents, check for discrepancies, get Gold Seal if needed.