The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has approved a major reform by abolishing the weightage of academic marks in its merit determination process, a move aimed at promoting fairness and transparency in recruitment.
PPSC Chairman Lieutenant General (retd) Muhammad Abdul Aziz announced that from now on, merit will be determined solely through PPSC examination results and interviews, with greater emphasis placed on written exam scores.
The Commission has also decided to discontinue additional marks previously awarded for research work and non-clinical experience.
According to officials, these changes will take effect on January 1, 2026, establishing a uniform and standardized evaluation system for all candidates. The decision was finalized during a Full Commission meeting based on the recommendations of the Reform Committee, chaired by Retired Inspector General and Commission Member Arif Nawaz Khan.
PPSC Secretary Afzal Ahmad explained that the reforms were introduced after a detailed comparative study of international public service commissions to align the system with global standards.
Lieutenant General (retd) Muhammad Abdul Aziz reaffirmed that the Commission remains dedicated to ensuring transparency, impartiality, and equal opportunity for every candidate.
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“The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has approved a major reform by abolishing the weightage of academic marks” so what’s the point of academic work and attaining position ?
No wonder we’re a joke in the world
So now a barely pass duffer or s/o duffer will be able to pass the test and get a job… look who the decision maker is