PhDs in civil service

Traditionally, civil servants retire with only a bachelor's or master’s degree, which limits innovative policymaking. Recruiting PhD holders into the civil service would encourage more individuals to pursue advanced studies, thereby fostering nationwide intellectual growth. Incorporating PhD-holders into government departments can also enhance governance, improve decision-making and develop well-researched solutions to pressing challenges in various sectors.

Their expertise can drive progress in economic planning, technological advancement and social development. For Pakistan to compete globally and strengthen its institutions, it must embrace a research-driven culture. The inclusion of highly qualified professionals in the civil service is not just a step toward better governance but essential for the country’s future.

Nabeel Badr

Islamabad