Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge
Ministry of Federal Education & Professional Training— Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training
Apply before 25 September 2026. Full application steps and eligibility criteria are below.
About This Job
The Ministry of Federal Education & Professional Training has advertised one opening for the Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at the Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom, through the National Job Portal - an unusual federally-administered posting in that the actual work location is abroad rather than in Pakistan, even though the recruitment itself and the associated test/interview process are handled out of Islamabad. Graded BPS-20, the fellowship places a Pakistani academic at Cambridge to teach and engage on Pakistan-related subjects as part of a longstanding academic exchange arrangement between the Ministry and the University.
Eligible candidates must hold a PhD from an HEC-recognized university in a relevant humanities or social-science research area, hold the academic rank of at least Associate Professor, and have an excellent record of teaching and research. The maximum age limit is 55 years as of the advertisement's closing date, the position is open to both male and female applicants under a merit-based domicile quota, and the appointee's duties will include teaching Urdu, Pakistan Studies, Pakistani literature, history, society, and culture to Cambridge students and scholars, participating in the Centre's weekly seminars and other relevant academic fora held at the University during the academic year, engaging with students and scholars who have a research interest in Pakistan under the terms of the underlying Ministry-University MOU, and helping organize conferences, symposia, workshops, and art exhibitions that showcase Pakistani culture to the University's wider academic community.
No application fee or salary figure is disclosed on the official NJP listing. Interested candidates must apply online by logging into or registering an account on the National Job Portal (www.njp.gov.pk) and using the 'Login to Apply' option on the job's own page (njp.gov.pk/jobs/9618) before the deadline. The advertisement was posted on 25 August 2026 and the application window closes on 25 September 2026 - a longer window than most other NJP postings, reflecting the specialized nature of the role. Given the single available fellowship slot and its prestige as an overseas academic posting representing Pakistan at Cambridge, eligible senior academics are encouraged to apply well ahead of the 25 September closing date.
Job Information
- Commission / Board
- NJP
- Place of posting
- Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom
- City
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Domicile
- All Punjab Basis
- Age (Male)
- 18–55 years
- Age (Female)
- 18–55 years
- Age note
- Maximum 55 years of age on the closing date of the advertisement; no minimum age given, so the standard minimum of 18 is recorded.
- Salary / BPS
- BPS-20
- Advt. date
- 25 August 2026
- Fee note
- No application fee is stated on the official NJP detail page.
- Last date
- 25 September 2026
Qualification Required
- Qualification:PhD from an HEC-recognized university/institution in a relevant humanities or social-science research area. Candidates must have an excellent record of teaching and research and hold the academic rank of Associate Professor or above.
- Experience:Excellent record of teaching and research at the level of Associate Professor or above (specific years not quantified in the advertisement).
Posts Breakdown
Important Dates
- Advertisement Published25 August 2026
- Last Date to Apply25 September 2026
How to Apply
- Apply online through the National Job Portal at https://www.njp.gov.pk/jobs/9618 by logging in or creating an NJP account and submitting the application before the closing date.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge?
The last date to apply for Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge at Ministry of Federal Education & Professional Training is 25 September 2026.
What qualification is required for Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge?
The qualification required for Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge is PhD from an HEC-recognized university/institution in a relevant humanities or social-science research area. Candidates must have an excellent record of teaching and research and hold the academic rank of Associate Professor or above..
How many posts are available for Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge?
There are 1 posts available for Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge at Ministry of Federal Education & Professional Training.
What is the age limit for Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge?
The age limit for Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge is 18 to 55 years for male candidates and 18 to 55 years for female candidates.
How to apply for Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge?
To apply for Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge, visit the official website and submit your application online.
Where is Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge located?
Allama Iqbal Visiting Fellowship Chair at Centre of South Asian Studies, University of Cambridge is located in Cambridge, United Kingdom, Pakistan.
Additional Details
- Grade
- BPS-20
- Test City
- Islamabad
- Posted Date
- 2026-08-25
- Location Note
- Work location is at the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom; recruitment/test administration is handled from Islamabad. City/postal_code capital-city defaults do not apply since the ad explicitly names an overseas work location - postal_code left null rather than fabricated.
- Responsibilities Summary
- Teach and engage students/scholars on Pakistan's history, culture, languages, and society; teach Urdu and Pakistan Studies; participate in Centre seminars; help organize conferences/exhibitions showcasing Pakistan.
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