Pakistan, June 2 -- The federal government has proposed a development budget of Rs77 billion for the education sector in FY2026-27, with the majority of funds directed toward existing projects rather than new initiatives. The allocation covers higher education and federal education programmes, reflecting a strategy focused on completing ongoing schemes while maintaining investment in key educational priorities across the country.

According to budget proposals, Rs41.19 billion has been allocated to the Higher Education Commission (HEC), while Rs36 billion has been earmarked for projects under the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training. However, the development plan includes only five new projects, indicating limited expan...