What happened?
The Higher Education Commission (HEC) disclosed that fraudsters are calling citizens while pretending to be HEC officials, demanding payments for services such as degree attestation, equivalence and other official procedures.
Why does this matter?
These scams target graduates and job‑seekers who need validated credentials for employment, overseas study or government jobs, potentially jeopardising their career prospects and eroding trust in the nation’s education system.
What should citizens do now?
Anyone receiving a request for money should verify it by contacting HEC through its official phone numbers or website—no fees are ever collected over the phone. Report suspicious calls to HEC immediately so the commission can pursue the perpetrators and protect the public.