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Welcome to the Journal of Pakistan Administration (JPA), a distinguished platform committed to advancing knowledge, fostering intellectual growth, and catalyzing positive change in the field of public policy and administration.

Founded by the National School of Public Policy (formerly Pakistan Administrative Staff College) in 1960, the Journal of Pakistan Administration is a premier peer-reviewed research publication. Originally launched as Pakistan Administration, the journal underwent a strategic rebranding in December 2023 to better reflect its evolving academic scope. Highlighting its commitment to scholarly excellence, the journal was formally accredited by the Higher Education Commission (HEC) of Pakistan in December 2024.

Journal of Pakistan Administration promotes research on significant social, economic and governance issues and the ways public policies are made and implemented. Its articles deal with topics of concern to public policy scholars and practitioners nationwide and beyond.

Aims and Objectives:

  • Enhance the understanding about public policy formulation and implementation.
  • Cultivate an environment of continuous learning about addressing the challenges of public policies and administration.
  • Strengthening public service delivery through evidence-based policy research.

Scope: The journal covers a broad spectrum of topics, addressing tactical, operational, and strategic levels of public administration, contributing to a comprehensive understanding and advancement of the field.

Embark on this intellectual journey with JPA, where knowledge meets innovation, and together, let's shape the future of public policy and administration.

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Call for Papers Journal of Pakistan Administration (JPA) | Volume 47 No. 2 (2026): December

2026-07-03

The Journal of Pakistan Administration (JPA) is now accepting submissions, scheduled for publication in December 2026. JPA is a peer-reviewed  Y -category research journal dedicated to advancing knowledge and research in public administration, governance, and policy studies with a special focus on Pakistan.

 

Read more about Call for Papers Journal of Pakistan Administration (JPA) | Volume 47 No. 2 (2026): December

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Vol. 47 No. 1 (2026)
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.65755/jpa-20264701
Published: 2026-06-19

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