SSUET Hosts Job Fair 2026, Unveils New AI Innovation Centre -

More than 120 companies participated in the Sir Syed University of Engineering and Technology (SSUET) Job Fair 2026 on Thursday, providing students and fresh graduates with employment, networking and career development opportunities, while Sindh Governor Nihal Hashmi inaugurated a state-of-the-art artificial intelligence (AI) facility at the university.

The governor officially opened the Muhammad Zakir Ali Khan Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Game Innovation during the event. Addressing participants, Hashmi said Pakistan had made notable strides in cyber technology and should continue embracing emerging IT innovations to strengthen its global competitiveness. He expressed optimism that the country has the potential to become a leading regional hub for information technology.

SSUET Chancellor Muhammad Akbar Ali Khan described the job fair as a valuable bridge between academia and industry, enabling students to connect directly with employers, explore career prospects and gain professional guidance. He stressed the importance of expanding partnerships with industry through internships, workshops and practical training programmes to equip graduates with skills aligned to market needs.

Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr. Afzal Haque underscored the growing importance of vocational training alongside higher education and called for stronger collaboration among universities, businesses and other organisations to prepare students for the changing demands of the workforce.

University officials said the newly established AI centre features advanced computing infrastructure, machine learning tools and collaborative workspaces designed to support research, innovation and hands-on learning in artificial intelligence, game development and information technology. – ERMD