LAHORE: Punjab Public Service Commission Chairman Malik Zafar Iqbal has retired after a three-year stint, says a release.

Under his tenure, the commission has undergone significant reforms aimed at restoring public trust in the recruitment process and to develop it on modern lines.

Addressing the staff of PPSC, he expressed gratitude to the entire team and highlighted the comprehensive transformation witnessed within the organisation.

Central to these reforms was the revamping and streamlining the examination process and the establishment of a new data bank.

Additionally, the introduction of an e-pay system for exam fees and the establishment of Nadra booth to verify candidates’ identities have further enhanced transparency and security.

He outlined plans for digitising PPSC’s business processes and implementing computer-based testing systems by 2025, alongside the expansion of PPSC offices from seven to 13 to better serve candidates.

In 2023 alone, PPSC successfully recruited 9,462 candidates (fourth highest till now).

Published in Dawn, February 19th, 2024