The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has decided to launch the Inter-Tech program in government schools across the province, introducing structured technical education opportunities at the higher secondary level.
The province’s Elementary and Secondary Education Department has issued an official notification formally introducing this new technical education initiative. According to the notification, the program will begin in a phased manner, initially rolling out in 20 government higher secondary schools spread across 10 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The selected schools reflect a gender-balanced approach: 10 Government Higher Secondary Schools for boys and 10 Government Girls Higher Secondary Schools have been included in this first phase, ensuring both male and female students in the pilot districts gain access to the new technical education track.
To implement the program on the ground, the department will hire eligible Technical Education Providers (TEPs) through an open and competitive outsourcing process. This approach is intended to bring in specialized technical training expertise rather than relying solely on existing school staff, who may not have specialized vocational or technical teaching backgrounds.
The Inter-Tech program is positioned as part of a wider push within KP’s education initiatives to introduce practical, skills-based learning pathways inside the government school system — moving beyond the traditional academic-only curriculum toward options that better prepare students for technical and vocational career paths after graduation.
While the current phase covers a limited number of districts and schools, the notification suggests this could serve as a pilot model for broader expansion if the initial rollout proves successful. Students and parents in the 10 selected districts should watch for further communication from their respective schools regarding enrollment and program details.
STI Portal will continue to track KP’s education reforms and technical education announcements as more details on program expansion become available.
The Inter-Tech program reflects a broader trend among provincial education departments to blend traditional academics with practical, job-ready technical skills at the secondary school level. Education officials in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa say the pilot’s performance in these 20 government schools will determine whether the program is expanded province-wide in future academic sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the KP Inter-Tech program?
It is a new technical education initiative launched by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government in select government higher secondary schools.
How many schools are included in the initial phase of the Inter-Tech program?
The program will initially start in 20 government higher secondary schools across 10 districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including boys’ and girls’ schools.
Who will implement the KP Inter-Tech program in schools?
The Elementary and Secondary Education Department will hire eligible Technical Education Providers (TEPs) through a competitive outsourcing process.