Accreditation Process & Requirements
Everything you need to know about getting your TVET institute accredited under the NAC-TVS framework. Apply online through ams.nac.gov.pk.
7-Step Accreditation Process
From application to certificate - the complete journey.
Applications with a duly paid fee challan are received online through ams.nac.gov.pk and in hard documented form at NAVTTC headquarters.
Submit through the AMS portal with digital documents.
Physical submission at NAVTTC office.
Documents Required
Desk review of the institution's worth and readiness, collecting any missing documents before a site visit is scheduled.
What's Reviewed
- Registration certificates
- NTN documentation
- Faculty credentials
- Infrastructure details
- Curriculum compliance
- Fee payment verification
A visit plan for institutes ready for accreditation is initiated by the accreditation wing for approval of the Executive Director NAVTTC.
Scheduling Process
- Approved by ED NAVTTC
- Multiple institutes grouped for efficiency
- Accreditor team assigned from relevant trades
- Institute notified of visit dates
Accreditors of the relevant trades from the Accreditors Pool (industry, chambers, TEVTAs) assess all 10 performance areas (1000 points).
Assessment Areas (1000 Points)
A high-level committee (TA&QEC) of public and private sector representatives evaluates every institute's assessment report.
Committee Composition
Recommendations go to the National Accreditation Council (NAC) - ministries, TEVTAs, PEC, HEC, industry and FPCCI - for final scrutiny and approval.
NAC Council Members
Certificates of accreditation are awarded, the institute joins the official registry and may use the NAC-TVS mark. Valid for 3 years.
10 Performance Areas
Click each area to see what is assessed.
- 1.1 Vision and Mission Statement (Publicly Available, Included in Prospectus)
- 1.2 Annual Objectives and Annual Action Plan (Annual Calendar)
- 1.3 Organizational chart (Organogram) of the Institute and Job Descriptions of Administrative Posts
- 1.4 IMC Notification, Record of IMC meetings, Minutes of meetings and Follow-up Actions
- 1.5 Office Orders of various Committees/Working Groups and Minutes of Their Meetings
- 1.6 Class and Workshop Timetables, Copy of Quality Management System Manual (QMSM)
- 1.7 Internal Office Orders/Circulars and External Letters
- 1.8 Complaint Box, Complaint Register, and Record of Follow-up/Complaint Management System
- 2.1 Annual Budget Estimates for the next Fiscal Year: Administrative, Developmental and Training Materials budgets
- 2.2 Income-Expenditure Statements showing utilization of the Administrative, Developmental and Training Materials budgets
- 2.3 Copy of Bank Statement and Evidence of Extra Income Generated (if any)
- 2.4 Annual Financial Audit Report for the last Fiscal Year
- 2.5 Samples of Updated Main Store Inventory and Issue Indent Book
- 2.6 Proof of funds allocated specifically for C.B.T. Training Materials
- 3.1 Job descriptions of each designated post; Technology/Trade-wise Teachers List with CVs, CNIC and Highest Degree
- 3.2 Technology/Trade-wise Student/Teacher Ratio
- 3.3 Technology/Trade-wise Teaching Load per Teacher (Theory & Practical hours) and Faculty Contingency Plan
- 3.4 Training Need Analysis (TNA) for Faculty Development; Nomination Letters and Certificates for Industry/CBT/Trade Training
- 3.5 List of faculty members who obtained Additional Qualifications (Copies of Certificates)
- 3.6 TNA for Administrative Staff Development / List of administrative staff training (Copies of Certificates)
- 3.7 Procedure to familiarize new Faculty and Staff members with their tasks/job
- 4.1 Map of the Institute with classroom/lab sizes, equipment lists, text/reference books and library schedule
- 4.2 List of Offices for Principal and other Administrative Staff
- 4.3 List of ICT Resources and properly configured networked computer labs
- 4.4 Detail of Student Hostel: number of rooms, capacity per room and total capacity
- 4.5 Detail of Playground, Indoor games facilities, Student Cafeteria and Common room
- 4.6 Photo evidence of good and pleasant appearance of the Institute building and facilities
- 4.7 List of Safety Equipment / Updated Fire Extinguishers, First-aid Boxes and Health & Safety regulations
- 4.8 Photo evidence of Plantation, Solar/Alternate Energy usage and E-office automation
- 5.1 Weekly/Unique Timetables for all trades, Annual Plan/Calendar and Scheme of Studies/Criteria
- 5.2 Sample Lesson Plans with Learning Outcomes for all Trades/Subjects (Tech-wise)
- 5.3 Letter of respective TEVTA/NAVTTC for adaptation of CBT&A Courses
- 5.4 Samples of Monthly assessment and Mid-Term Test results of all trades
- 5.5 Samples of Students Practical Note Books timely checked by the teachers
- 5.6 Evidence of Industrial visits/tours and visits by employers/labour market representatives
- 5.7 Record & Display of Student Achievements, awards and projects from exhibitions/skill competitions
- 6.1 Samples of Monthly assessment and Mid-Term Test results of all trades
- 6.2 Invitation letters to industry representatives for sessional and Terminal Assessment
- 6.3 Lists and Photos of students Projects for the current session
- 6.4 Samples of Question Bank for all Trades/Subjects (Technology-wise)
- 6.5 Evidence of Transparent internal Assessment
- 6.6 Lists of the Pool of Internal Assessors/Examiners for all trades
- 7.1 Copy of Employer's Directory for Relevant Technologies/Trades
- 7.2 Record of meetings of institute management/faculty with Industry representatives / joint events
- 7.3 Record of Inviting Guest Speakers from Industry
- 7.4 List of Students engaged in on-job training with nomination/acceptance letters
- 7.5 List of student job placements with copies of appointment letters
- 7.6 Record of new programs proposed/developed in cooperation with Industry/Employers
- 8.1 Admission Committee office order and evidence of student facilitation during admission
- 8.2 Counseling Committee office order, evidence of counseling and samples of counseling forms
- 8.3 Counseling records for personal/educational problems during the academic session
- 8.4 Record of Parents-Teachers meetings during the academic session
- 8.5 Record of student rewards/prizes/shields for outstanding achievements
- 8.6 Record of financial/academic support to needy students by the institute
- 8.7 Record of student support in job placement and availability of a Job Placement Office
- 9.1 Copy of Quality Management System Manual (QMSM)
- 9.2 Local Controller of Exam office order, office availability and Mid-Term Examination record
- 9.3 Self-assessment report with feedback from students, teachers, parents, employers and alumni
- 9.4 Results and analysis of the self-assessment report by a third party
- 9.5 Record of moderation of weaknesses detected in third-party evaluation and results
- 9.6 Record of monitoring annual improvements in results and the improvement scheme
- 9.7 Record of monitoring annual improvements in job placement and the improvement scheme
- 9.8 Record of alumni in close contact with the institute (contacts and job addresses)
- 10.1 List of CBT&A programs implemented and Adaptation Letters from TEVTAs, TTBs, BTEs and NAVTTC
- 10.2 Certified CBT Teachers List and evidence of their certification
- 10.3 List of certified CBT Assessors and evidence of their certification
- 10.4 List of workshop Machinery/Equipment for CBT Programs
Eligibility Requirements
Institutes must meet the following criteria to apply for accreditation.
Institute Requirements
- Registered with relevant government authority (SECP/Societies Act)
- Minimum 2 years of operational history
- Own or long-term leased premises (minimum 5 years)
- Valid NTN (National Tax Number)
- Bank account in institute's name
Infrastructure Requirements
- Adequate classroom space (minimum 15 sq.ft per student)
- Functional workshops/labs with relevant equipment
- Safety equipment and fire extinguishers
- First aid facilities
- Separate washrooms for male/female
Faculty Requirements
- Qualified instructors with relevant certifications
- Minimum industry experience (3+ years)
- Instructor:student ratio (1:20 theory, 1:10 practical)
- Regular faculty professional development
Academic Requirements
- NAVTTC-approved curriculum for offered trades
- Proper student enrollment and attendance records
- Assessment and examination system in place
- Graduate placement/tracking mechanism
Accreditation Fees
Based on institute size and student capacity.
Small Institute
Up to 100 students
25K Pakistani Rupees
- Application Processing
- Site Visit (1 day)
- Certificate Issuance
Medium Institute
100-500 students
50K Pakistani Rupees
- Application Processing
- Site Visit (1-2 days)
- Certificate Issuance
- Priority Processing
Large Institute
500+ students
75K Pakistani Rupees
- Application Processing
- Site Visit (2 days)
- Certificate Issuance
- Multi-trade Assessment
Frequently Asked Questions
NAC-TVS accreditation is valid for 3 years from the date of issuance. Institutes must apply for renewal at least 6 months before the expiry date to ensure continuity of accreditation status.
Applications can be submitted online through the AMS (Accreditation Management System) portal at ams.nac.gov.pk. You can also submit physical applications at NAVTTC headquarters.
Institutes must have a minimum of 2 years of operational history to apply for accreditation. New institutes should focus on establishing their systems and processes before applying.
Institutes are assessed on a 1000-point scale across 10 performance areas. A minimum score of 700 points (70%) is required to pass the accreditation assessment.
If accreditation is denied, the institute receives a detailed report highlighting areas of non-compliance. The institute can address these issues and re-apply after 6 months. A partial fee waiver may be available for re-applications within one year.
Ready to Start Your Accreditation Journey?
Apply online and begin your application today.