The Government of the Punjab has officially announced the appointment of new Chairpersons for all nine Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education (BISEs) across the province. The notification was issued by the Services & General Administration Department (Services Wing) on 3 July 2026.
According to the official notification, the newly appointed Chairpersons have been transferred from various universities and government departments and posted to their respective BISEs on a deputation basis. Their appointments became effective from 1 July 2026 and will continue until 31 December 2027, making the total tenure 18 months.
This decision is expected to strengthen the administration of Punjab’s educational boards and improve examination management, transparency, and academic governance throughout the province.
Official Notification Details
The official notification carries the following information:
- Issuing Department: Government of the Punjab
- Department: Services & General Administration Department (Services Wing)
- Notification Number: SOEII(S&GAD)5-690/2026
- Date of Notification: 3 July 2026
- Nature of Appointment: Transfer and posting on deputation
- Duration: 18 months
- Effective From: 1 July 2026
- Ending On: 31 December 2027
- Policy Applied: Deputation Policy, 1998
The notification was issued by order of the Governor of Punjab and signed by Zahid Akhtar Zaman, Chief Secretary, while Kamran Khizar Gondal (PMS), Section Officer (Estt-II) signed the notification on behalf of the department.
Complete List of Newly Appointed BISE Chairpersons
The Government has appointed experienced academicians and senior officers to head each Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education in Punjab.
1. Engr. Dr. Badar-ul-Islam Appointed as Chairperson BISE Lahore
Engr. Dr. Badar-ul-Islam, Professor (BS-21) at Khawaja Fareed University of Engineering and Information Technology (KFUEIT), Rahim Yar Khan, has been appointed as the new Chairperson of BISE Lahore.
He will serve on deputation for 18 months under the Deputation Policy, 1998.
2. Prof. Dr. Abdul Rauf Appointed as Chairperson BISE Dera Ghazi Khan
Prof. Dr. Abdul Rauf, Professor (BS-21) at the Islamia University of Bahawalpur (IUB), has been transferred and posted as the new Chairperson of BISE Dera Ghazi Khan.
His appointment is effective from 1 July 2026.
3. Dr. Aqsa Shabbir Appointed as Chairperson BISE Gujranwala
The Punjab Government has appointed Dr. Aqsa Shabbir, Associate Professor (BS-20) at Lahore College for Women University (LCWU), as the new Chairperson of BISE Gujranwala.
She is among the few female educationists selected to lead a provincial education board.
4. Dr. Rana Binyamin Appointed as Chairperson BISE Faisalabad
Dr. Rana Binyamin, Chairman and Associate Professor (BS-20) at Muhammad Nawaz Shareef University of Agriculture, Multan, has been appointed as Chairperson of BISE Faisalabad.
He will oversee examination administration and educational reforms within the board during his tenure.
5. Mr. Iqbal Mahmood Appointed as Chairperson BISE Rawalpindi
Mr. Iqbal Mahmood, Principal (BS-20) of Government Graduate College Abdullah Pur, Faisalabad, has been transferred and posted as the new Chairperson of BISE Rawalpindi.
6. Dr. Ijaz Ahmad Appointed as Chairperson BISE Multan
The Government has appointed Dr. Ijaz Ahmad, Associate Professor (BS-20) at the University of Education, Lahore, as the new Chairperson of BISE Multan.
7. Mr. Abbas Haider Appointed as Chairperson BISE Sargodha
Mr. Abbas Haider, Director (BS-19) in the Intelligence Bureau (IB), Islamabad, has been appointed as Chairperson of BISE Sargodha.
His administrative experience is expected to contribute to better governance and institutional management.
8. Mr. Ishtiaq Ahmad Appointed as Chairperson BISE Bahawalpur
Mr. Ishtiaq Ahmad, Director (IT) (BS-19) at the University of Sargodha, has been appointed as the new Chairperson of BISE Bahawalpur.
His background in information technology is expected to support the board’s ongoing digital transformation and modernization efforts.
9. Mr. Faisal Ijaz Appointed as Chairperson BISE Sahiwal
The Government has appointed Mr. Faisal Ijaz, Additional Controller of Examinations (BS-19) at the University of Gujrat, who is currently serving as Controller of Examinations at Information Technology University (ITU), Lahore, as the new Chairperson of BISE Sahiwal.
His extensive experience in examination management is expected to strengthen the board’s examination system.
Appointment Terms and Duration
According to the notification, all nine Chairpersons have been appointed:
- On deputation basis
- Under the Deputation Policy, 1998
- For a period of 18 months
- Effective from 1 July 2026
- Up to 31 December 2027
The appointments are made on the standard terms and conditions specified in the Deputation Policy.
Chairman BISE Allowance Approved
An important feature of the notification is the approval of a special “Chairman BISE Allowance” for all newly appointed Chairpersons.
According to the official order:
- Every Chairperson will receive a Chairman BISE Allowance.
- The allowance will be equal to one initial basic pay of the officer’s pay scale.
- The allowance has been approved by the Provincial Cabinet through its letter dated 5 December 2025.
This allowance recognizes the additional administrative responsibilities carried by the Chairpersons of Punjab’s educational boards.
Why These Appointments Matter
The Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education play a crucial role in conducting SSC and HSSC examinations, announcing results, issuing certificates, and maintaining examination standards across Punjab.
The appointment of experienced professors, university administrators, principals, examination experts, and senior government officers reflects the Punjab Government’s focus on strengthening educational administration. Their leadership is expected to support efficient examination management, improve transparency, and enhance services for students, parents, and educational institutions.
Final Words
The Government of Punjab’s notification dated 3 July 2026 marks an important administrative development for the province’s education sector. Through this notification, nine new Chairpersons have been appointed to lead the Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education in Lahore, Dera Ghazi Khan, Gujranwala, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Multan, Sargodha, Bahawalpur, and Sahiwal.
All appointments have been made on an 18-month deputation basis under the Deputation Policy, 1998, effective from 1 July 2026 until 31 December 2027. The notification also confirms that each Chairperson will receive a special Chairman BISE Allowance equal to one initial basic pay, as approved by the Provincial Cabinet.
Students, parents, teachers, and educational institutions across Punjab can expect these newly appointed Chairpersons to oversee the smooth functioning of their respective boards, strengthen examination administration, and contribute to the continued improvement of the province’s education system.
