Government Elementary College of Education (GECE), Hussainabad
Admission Policy
GECE is open to all academically qualified female candidates, are merit-based and are conducted once a year, with classes beginning in August (Fall semester).
Since the number of applicants for the B.Ed. (Hons) is much higher than the number of seats available, admissions are categorized in two groups i.e. K and S. Each category is defined as follows:
CATEGORY “K”
Category “K” refers to those applicants who have passed their Secondary School Certificate (SSC or Matric), Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC or Intermediate) or equivalent, and graduation from the educational institutions which are situated in Karachi.
CATEGORY “S”
Category “S” refers to those applicants who have passed at least one of the SSC/Matric, HSC/Intermediate or Bachelor’s degree examinations from a recognized educational institution in the Province of Sindh (excluding Karachi).
Preference in admissions is given to “K” category candidates. If the eligible applicants are fewer than the seats and the seats are left vacant, then “S” category candidates are considered. (reference: https://www.uok.edu.pk/admissions/2025/tbpro.pdf)
GECE, Hussainabad follows a needs-blind admission policy, meaning that admission decisions are based solely on merit. This includes academic performance, test scores, extracurricular activities, and other relevant factors—without considering the applicant’s financial ability to pay tuition.
Our selection process prioritizes diversity, ensuring students from various socioeconomic and educational backgrounds have the opportunity to join. We believe that a diverse student body enhances the overall learning experience. However, there are no quotas, reserved seats, or admissions granted in exchange for donations.
Who can apply?
Admission is accepted only in the first year of the four-year B.Ed. program. GECE does not accept applications for admission in advanced standing. Candidates who have successfully completed or are completing their HSSC education in the year of application may apply. Candidates must meet the University of Karachi’s minimum academic eligibility requirements and successfully complete the GECE admission processes as stated in the information prospectus.
Eligibility Requirements
- Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) with a minimum aggregate of 50%
- Satisfactorily completed Advance Level (A-Level) with minimum C grade in all subjects. Candidates desirous of taking admission on the basis of degrees/certificates awarded by private sector institutions in Pakistan or abroad have to get the equivalence of their bachelor level degrees/certificates by Karachi University Equivalence Committee or their Intermediate/A Level Certificates from Inter Boards Coordination Commission (IBCC) well before the scheduled date of admissions. (reference: https://www.uok.edu.pk/admissions/2025/tbpro.pdf)
- All the candidates must have a Sindh domicile
- Commitment to serve in a salaried contractual position in a Durbeen-assigned government school for a period of 3 years after graduation
NOTE: All admissions are provisional subject to verification of documents. Admission on fake documents or inadvertent admission of candidates from non-recognized institutions can be cancelled at any time.
Admission Process
| Stage 1 | Submission of hardcopy/ online application according to the eligibility criteria of the University of Karachi |
| Stage 2 | Interview: Candidates are called for an interview if they meet all eligibility requirements. |
| Stage 3 | Test: Shortlisted interview candidates take an English Proficiency admission test**. |
| Stage 4 | Selected candidates are called for orientation and signing of contract agreement in campus. |
**This is to ensure that the incoming candidates have basic proficiency in the English language of at least CEFR B1 level.
Application Submission
The academic year starts in the month of August and admissions are conducted in two cycles. Round one starts in November and round two in April of the same academic year (spanning July to June). Candidates who fail the interview in round one of a given admissions cycle are ineligible to apply again in round two of the same admissions cycle.
Documents Required for Admission
Submission of the following documents is compulsory with the admission form:
- One attested Matriculation or Equivalent Certificate/ Marksheet
- One attested copy of HSSC or Equivalent Certificate/ Marksheet
- One copy of CNIC or Juvenile Card of applicant
- One copy of CNIC of parent(s)
- Two passport size photographs of the applicant
- Copy of Domicile certificate or application token
- Any other academic qualification document attached.
Conditional Admission
Students who are admitted provisionally in a semester either as a “result awaiting” candidate or on any other grounds must meet the college admission eligibility requirements in the same semester and submit the relevant documents to the admissions office at the earliest. Students who fail to meet the college admission eligibility requirements before the final exams of their first semester must withdraw their enrolment immediately. In cases where the student does not withdraw their admission and their ineligibility for admission is identified by the college at any stage, the college will cancel the admission with immediate effect. Result awaiting applicants are required to submit an undertaking of understanding of Conditional Admission, along with the application.
Enrolment
After completion of the above formalities, the candidates must get themselves enrolled, as under the University of Karachi rules their admission will not be completed until they receive their enrolment card. The students can apply for enrolment by filling an enrolment form which can be obtained by showing the original receipt of the Admission Fee. It should be noted that all admissions are provisional, subject to the verification of documents. If any candidate secures admission on the basis of misinformation and/or fake documents, his/her admission shall be cancelled at any time and the deposited fee shall not be refunded. Punitive action will also be taken against the candidate leading up to debarment from any educational institution for three years. (reference: https://www.uok.edu.pk/admissions/2025/tbpro.pdf)
Career Prospects for Students
Teaching is one of the most widespread professions with ample opportunities for continuous professional development.
The graduates of this program can serve at Elementary and Secondary School Teachers, Academic Coordinators, Educational Evaluators, Educational Managers, Curriculum Developers, Educational Researchers, Teacher Educators and Master Trainers, in the public sector. (Adapted from: https://www.uok.edu.pk/admissions/2025/tbpro.pdf)
Durbeen enters into a contract with the students if they are admitted at the College. As per this contract, a student is given a 3-year teaching job upon completion of the degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.6. This 3-year job will be in a government school under Durbeen’s management or the management of one of its partner organizations. This public service is a mandatory requirement and every student, regardless of their ability to pay the fees, must enter this contract with Durbeen. During this employment period, students are encouraged to take the government teaching entrance license test so that they may be regularized into public service as public sector teachers.
