The Maryam Nawaz Center of Excellence for Autism has launched a recruitment drive to hire staff for several important positions. The center is offering very attractive monthly salaries.
- The Principal position comes with a salary of Rs 1.5 million per month.
- Two Vice Principals will be hired, each earning Rs 1 million per month.
- The Development Behavior Officer role offers a salary of Rs 285,000 per month.
- Additionally, the center is hiring:
- Two Charge Nurses
- Two Life Skills Coaches
- Two Sensory Integration Specialists
Each of these roles comes with a salary of Rs 100,000 per month.
This recruitment drive gives professionals a chance to work in a prestigious institution while receiving competitive pay.
Autism Center in Islamabad to be completed in one year
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has announced that a Center of Excellence for Autism in Islamabad will be completed within one year.
He also said the center will be provided 15 buses to help with the safe and easy transportation of children.
The project aims to improve access to quality care and education for autistic children and support their families.
Islamabad has taken a major step toward inclusive education with the launch of a new Autism Center for Special Children. Furthermore, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the Autism Centre of Excellence in Islamabad, calling it a national responsibility to support neurodivergent children.
The center is being developed at the Rehabilitation Centre for Children with Development Disorders. Moreover, it is meant to change how public institutions support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
Key Highlights of the Autism Center for Special Children
The Islamabad Autism Center for Special Children is designed as a modern, research-based facility. Furthermore, it focuses on care, learning, and long-term independence.
Key highlights include:
- Fast-track completion: One year duration it will take to complete, instead of the original two-year plan. The target is late 2026.
- Capacity: The center will serve over 300 children with autism in a safe and supportive environment.
- Free transport: The government is going to provide 15 customized buses for daily pick-and-drop services.
- Collaboration: The Ministry of Federal Education is leading the project with support from expert institutions like Oasis School.
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Facilities at the Autism Center
The Rs. 1.34 billion Autism Center for Special Children will offer complete rehabilitation under one roof.
Key facilities include:
- Fast-track completion: The project is going to complete within one year, instead of the original two-year plan. The target is late 2026.
- Capacity: The center will serve over 300 children with autism in a safe and supportive environment.
- Free transport: The government is going to provide 15 customized buses for daily pick-and-drop services.
- Collaboration: The Ministry of Federal Education is leading the project with support from expert institutions like Oasis School.
This approach make sure both learning and independence.
Why the Autism Center Matters for Islamabad
According to the Autism Society of Pakistan, nearly 350,000 to 400,000 children live with autism nationwide. Islamabad lacked a large public-sector autism facility. Many families relied on expensive private care. Moreover, this Autism Center for Special Children in Islamabad will reduce delays in diagnosis and lower treatment costs.
As PM Shehbaz Sharif stated, “Special children are the children of the nation.”
Registration and Admissions for 2026
While construction continues, the Directorate General of Special Education (DGSE) has opened admissions at existing centers.
- Eligibility: Children aged 3 to 18
- Documents: B-Form, parent CNIC, medical reports
- Location: DGSE office, Sector H-8/4, Islamabad
Here are Some Tips for Parents of Special Children
- Start therapy early for better outcomes.
- Use public support services where available.
- Stay connected with parent support groups.
The Islamabad Autism Center for Special Children marks a hopeful future for inclusive care in Pakistan.