Muhammad Nasrullah, Chief Business Operations Officer, PTCL and Brigadier Ahid Muzaffar Shah, Administrator, Bahria Town signing MoU for deployment of  ICT infrastructure and services in Bahria Town, Lahore. Walid Irshaid, President and CEO, PTCL is also present at the occasion.

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has today inked a MoU agreement with Bahria Town for deployment of Information Communication Technology (ICT) infrastructure and services in Bahria Town, Lahore. 

The strategic partnership shall enable residents of Bahria Town to experience the state-of-the-art telecommunications services of PTCL including Voice Telephony, Broadband Internet,  SmartTV as well as EVO Wireless Broadband internet services. 

The agreement was signed by Muhammad Nasrullah, Chief Business Operations Officer, PTCL and Brigadier Ahid Muzaffar Shah, Administrator, Bahria Town in the presence of Walid Irshaid, President and CEO, PTCL along with other senior officials from PTCL and Bahria Town.

Walid Irshaid, President and CEO, PTCL while speaking at the occasion said. “PTCL has successfully pioneered diverse ICT solutions which are leading its customers and partners into the future and we are delighted to extend our partnership with Bahria Town Lahore.”

“This partnership is another step towards improving the lifestyles of our customers by providing them futuristic and diversified products and services,” added Walid Irshaid.

Brigadier Ahid Muzaffar Shah, Administrator, Bahria Town said at the occasion,“ It’s a matter of pride for Bahria Town to partner with PTCL, country’s largest and leading telecommunication services provider. This agreement shall enable us to move forward collectively and deliver better services to our residents”.

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As the United Arab Emirates (UAE) celebrates its 43^rd National Day, PTCL extends its warmest felicitations to the people of UAE on this auspicious occasion. 

The UAE is a symbol of success and a global hub of new possibilities. From humble beginnings 40 years ago, UAE is today one of the most hyper-connected places in the world, where more than 200 nationalities prosperously co-exist. The convergence of global leaders in technology, services, hospitality, innovation, digital connectivity and the wider knowledge economy endorse UAE’s position as a center of innovation and trans-continental trade.

The UAE has firmly established itself as a vital global player in areas ranging from international diplomacy, environmental engineering, to financial services and biotechnology.  UAE also won the rights to host 2020 World Expo, which further signifies the importance of UAE in the global scenario.  

Pakistan-UAE friendship over the years has emerged into a model of regional cooperation. The relationship between the two countries has transpired into various social and economic development partnerships, which further strengthen the brotherhood between people of the two countries. 

Etisalat, the leading telecommunications group of the UAE, has extended this strategic partnership though its investment in PTCL. The partnership, which is a testament of UAE’s concern for Pakistan’s bright future, has propelled PTCL in transforming the telecommunication landscape and the broader ICT ecosystem of Pakistan. Coming forward with a new vision of embracing the future, PTCL has not only expanded its network to remote areas but has also made far reaching impact on the wireless broadband front and ICT solutions, which are driving organizations forward and bringing a paradigm shift in business innovation and opportunities for new-startups.

PTCL boasts the largest fixed-line voice telephony and broadband network in the country, which is the life line for millions of consumers. Pakistan’s first wireless broadband service was also pioneered by PTCL, providing mobility for internet users, field-connectivity for organizations and most significantly internet access in remote areas. The company’s far-reaching initiatives to innovate and re-invent the broadband ecosystem are bringing a visible change in the socio- economic sphere of the country.  This access of broadband internet has not only opened new possibilities for the people, but is also enabling them to earn livelihood, reach out to newer international markets along with access to online learning and e-health services.

PTCL’s commitment is vividly embodied into the futuristic investment for telecom infrastructure development in Pakistan, contributing largely towards a more prosperous Pakistan.

Muhammad Nasrullah, Chief Business Operations Officer, PTCL (Left) and Rana Ajmal, President Engineers Town (Right) exchanging documents after signing MoU for deployment of ICT infrastructure

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has signed an agreement with Engineers Town to extend Information Communication Technology (ICT) services and infrastructure deployment in Engineers Town, Lahore. 

The agreement shall enable residents of Engineers Town to access telecom services of PTCL including voice telephony, broadband internet and SmartTV. as well as Pakistan’s fastest and most reliable EVO wireless broadband internet services.

The agreement was signed by Muhammad Nasrullah, Chief Business Operations Officer, PTCL and Rana Ajmal, President of Engineers Town. Naeem Shahbaz Ul Haq, Executive Vice President Business Zone Central, PTCL along with other senior officials from PTCL and Engineers Town were also present at the occasion.

Muhammad Nasrullah, Chief Business Operations Officer, PTCL while speaking at the ceremony said, “We are pleased to extend partnership with Engineers Town for provision of latest telecom services. PTCL has made continuous efforts to provide world-class telecom infrastructure for the development of the country. Our vision is to empower people through our ICT solutions and provide them the necessary tools which drive growth and broaden possibilities.”

Rana Ajmal, President of Engineers Town said at the occasion, “Engineers Town feels privileged to partner with PTCL, country’s largest and leading telecommunication services provider. This agreement shall enable us to move forward collectively and deliver better services to our residents”.

Engineers Town is one of the largest housing societies in Lahore comprising of more than 5000 residential plots besides commercial area.

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Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has announced a new package for its 4Mbps broadband customers, offering them free upgrade to 8Mbps speed without any additional charges. 

The offer provides new and existing qualified customers with the opportunity to experience even faster browsing and uninterrupted streaming at 8Mbps speed for the price of 4Mbps.

Aasif Inam, Executive Vice President, Wire-line Business, PTCL said, “As the demand for data has increased exponentially, our reliable high-speed broadband has become critical in today’s fast paced and highly connected world. This offer is specifically designed to deliver better value to our customers. PTCL is at the forefront of innovation and is committed to provide tailor made products and offers designed to meet the expectations of our valued customers.”

The offer is valid till January 31^st, 2015. PTCL customers availing the offer after the promotional period shall be provided 8Mbps connections at the discounted price of Rs. 2500 till June 30^th, 2015.

As Pakistan’s fastest and most affordable broadband service, PTCL’s ‘Broadband Pakistan’ offers unparalleled internet experience, uninterrupted streaming and fastest downloading in more than 2000 cities and towns nationwide. 

No matter what your digital needs are PTCL has always got you covered. PTCL Internet gives you high speed bandwidth with the additional feature of Static IP on a connection.

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• Capability to host Web, E-mail, FTP, DNS server’s directly on one’s own machine.
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Benefits:

• Convenient remote access.
• Stability for internet use since they never change. 

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Kamal Ahmed, Chief Digital Services Officer, PTCL and Air Vice Marshal Khawar Hussain, Deputy Director General, PCAA, at the agreement signing ceremony for the establishment of state-of-the-art communication system along with senior officials from the both organisations.

Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), the largest Information Communication Technology (ICT) services provider in the country, has inked an agreement with Pakistan Civil Aviation Authority (PCAA) to provide ICT services as managed model nationwide.

Kamal Ahmed, Chief Digital Services Officer, PTCL and Air Vice Marshal Khawar Hussain, Deputy Director General, PCAA, signed the agreement for establishment of the state-of-the-art communication system at Civil Aviation headquarters in Karachi.

The project will facilitate Air Traffic Controllers in transmitting and receiving data in real time over the redundant last mile connectivity for PCAA radar sites and airports in a faster and reliable manner. The implementation of new system will also help in enhancing audio communication between Air Traffic Controllers and Pilots in a manner that all the communication will take place in real time without any distortion. The setup will provide an efficient, scalable, reliable communication system to meet all the operational and business requirements of Civil Aviation Authority.

Air Vice Marshal Khawar Hussain, Deputy DG PCAA said at the occasion, “the new system will not only make Pakistan Air Space more secure and safe, but it will also help in setting the benchmark by having state-of-the-art technology in place”.

Kamal Ahmed, Chief Digital Service Officer, PTCL while commenting at the signing ceremony said, “We are delighted to partner with Civil Aviation Authority and would like to appreciate CAA for its trust in PTCL’s sophisticated ICT infrastructure and services. PTCL possesses full capacity to deliver such a strategic and innovative communication system to Civil Aviation Authority. 

PTCL Smart TV is Pakistan’s pioneer digital TV service, offering viewers high quality television with a range of exciting features designed to inform and entertain. No need of multiple connections for more than one TV.

Features:

• The service currently offers 100+ live TV channels.
• Over 8,000 hours of entertainment content through Video on Demand (VOD) service.
• Available in 150+ cities.

Benefits:

• For multiple TVs, there is no need of multiple connections. Easy Service can be provided of an additional Smart TVs in the existing connection.
• Multiple TV channels that match customer interests.
• Enjoy high quality up to date technology for immersive viewing.

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Additional Smart TV Connection charges: Rs. 450/month.

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has introduced a highly lucrative Voluntary Separation Package for its employees. This scheme shall be available for one month, effective from November 5^th 2014. 

The VSS scheme is voluntary and highly rewarding and offers a wide array of benefits to the employees including transition bonus, transition pay, allowance benefits, health fund and leave encashment etc.  As part of retirement benefits, multiple options have been offered which allow employees to select the option, most suitable to their future aspirations. Besides reducing retirement age from 20 to 18 years, the additional two years’ benefit has also been added to eligible pensioners. In addition to these benefits, employees are topped up with Early Bird Bonus (Rs. 200,000) and Group Bonus (Rs. 150,000), fulfilling the requisite conditions.

As PTCL truly adheres to its commitment for its people even after their exit, the company is also providing outplacement services to the employees, where they would be helped in their transition to new career streams, with the help of external sourcing companies.  The Financial Advisory Services shall be provided to the Optees for better cash management through external financial institutes.  Besides these benefits, Vocational Trainings shall also be offered to them at PTCL’s cost.  These measures shall help them manage their future in an effective and efficient manner.

Syed Mazhar Hussain, Chief Human Resource Officer PTCL commented, “This Voluntary scheme offered by PTCL is highly people centric. Being a responsible company, we always consider our employees welfare, the first and foremost priority.  The scheme is specially designed for the people, aspiring to shape their future while taking advantages from multiple benefits offered by the company. We hope that this scheme shall shape the future of PTCL and its people in the best possible manner.”

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Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), the largest ICT services provider in Pakistan, on Thursday announced profitable quarter results riding on the back of its growing fixed and wireless broadband business.

PTCL announced revenues of Rs 62.6 billion for the period ended September 30, 2014, an increase of 3% over the same period of last year, while gross and net profit of the Company stood at Rs. 20.9 and 8.7 billion respectively.

PTCL cash flows remain healthy and stable due to the consistent growth in the subscriber base and strong market position.

PTCL Group earned revenue of Rs 99.3 billion during the reported period. Net profit earned was Rs. 7.8 billion, while gross profit was recorded at Rs. 34.2 billion.

Walid Irshaid, President & CEO PTCL expressed his satisfaction at the financial performance of the company adding that, “We have delivered once again on our promise to our shareholders. Despite the setback due to the recent floods and the fire incident at one of our facility in Lahore, the dedication and resilience of our staff to restore services in flood affected areas and to resurrect the entire facility; in a matter of days demonstrates our commitment to our customers. Our profitable third quarter results once again show our ability to work with diversified product line aligned with market demand”.

“Our organic products have spurred the value addition to our business in recent times and will continue to do so in the future, while we will continue to add new services to our portfolio.” added Walid Irshaid. 

Etisalat Group is one of the world’s leading telecom groups in emerging markets. Etisalat’s current market cap is AED 148 billion ($40.3billion). The company’s consolidated net revenues are at AED 52.4 billion and consolidated net profit at AED 8.6 billion in 2018. Its high credit ratings reflect the company’s strong balance sheet and proven long-term performance.

Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, Etisalat was established over four decades ago in the UAE as the country’s first telecommunications service provider. An international blue-chip organization, Etisalat provides innovative solutions and services to over 148 million subscribers in 16 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.

Etisalat Group’s vision ‘Driving the Digital Future to empower societies’ aims at providing best-in-class total customer experience domestically and internationally, deliver attractive returns to shareholders while investing in the long-term future of the company, and supporting economic development in all our operating markets.

Etisalat is ranked as the ‘The Most Valuable Portfolio Brand’ in Middle East and North Africa (MENA) by Brand Finance, and has become the first Middle East group to break the $10 billion barrier in terms of wider portfolio value. Today Etisalat boasts of a portfolio of brands such as Etisalat Misr, Mobily, Ufone, Maroc Telecom, PTCL and Etisalat Afghanistan.

A major milestone for Etisalat in early May 2018 was the launch of the first commercial 5G wireless network in the UAE becoming the first telecom operator in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region to achieve this technological milestone with Expo 2020 becoming the first commercial customer in the same year.

Etisalat Group has captured significant market share as it expands across Africa, Asia and the Middle East, most notably in Egypt and Saudi Arabia, where the introduction of innovative mobile broadband services has changed market dynamics and provided affordable mobile internet access for millions of people.

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Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has joined hands with Ten Sports Network to provide high-quality on-demand sports content for customers in Pakistan.

The partnership will enable PTCL customers to access sports content through Video on Demand (VOD) service along with advanced interactive features of PTCL SmartTV, such as Time-Shift and Catch-Up Television. Time-Shift TV will give viewers the control to ‘Pause’ and ‘Rewind’ any live sports program on Ten Sports. Similarly, with ‘Catch-Up TV’, viewers will be able to watch any live TV program that has been aired during the last 4 days on Ten Sports Network.

Yasir Manzoor, General Manager Video Services, PTCL said at the occasion, “PTCL is striving to bring highest quality television experience and entertainment content in Pakistan. Inclusion of on-demand sports segment will further enrich the lives of our customers by providing them freedom and flexibility to enjoy their favorite sports programs at their convenience.”

Launched in 2002, Ten Sports is a premium sports network offering a wide array of Cricket, Football, Golf and other sports programs.

As the largest Information Communication Technology (ICT) services provider, PTCL believes in introducing state-of the-art communication solutions, catering to the needs of its diverse customer base.

Our Training Academies

Our vast network of training infrastructure includes 12 PTCL Training Centers all over Pakistan where we provide soft and technical skills training. We keep our employees updated with the latest trends and develop their knowledge, skills and attitudes with a futuristic approach.

Technical / Soft Skills

Being the Largest Telecom Operator in Pakistan, we ensure that our employees are hands on with the latest technical developments.

These training programs are designed to focus on skills/knowledge directly related to the job performed by the individuals. These type of training specifically contribute in the professional development of the employees. e.g. Optical Fiber Access Network Planning.

Soft / Behavioral Skills

We always strive for a good work culture which can only be possible through great attitude and behaviors of our employees.

These programs develop certain behavioral skills in people e.g. Time Management, Stress Management etc.

Management / Leadership Programs

These training programs are designed to improve leadership, supervisory and management skills of the employees. e.g. Corporate Governance and Leadership, Change Management etc.

IT Skills Development

These training programs represents the set of training that develop new or furnish the existing skills of information technology in the participants. e.g. Data Analysis essentials using Excel 2007/2010, Pivot Table & Data Analysis using MS Excel etc.

Academic Programs

In order to support the personal and professional development of the employees, PTCL T&D dept. offers open and targeted academic programs that complement activities taking place in various functions in order to keep a constant flow of fresh ideas into the organization e.g. MSc Telecom Engineering

Foreign Training

We send our employees to foreign countries for high quality training. These include programs offered to high performers like mini MBA for HIPOs and programs offered under contract obligations by M/S ZTE, Huawei, Alcatel and Motorola etc.

PTCL gives special emphasis on the development of its employees. Employees are provided with experiential learning. We believe that learning & development comprise of 10% Training & Education, 20 % Working with people and 70% experience based. Every development plan in PTCL is based on these development interventions. Below you can view a gist of the various development programs;

Fuel (Future Leadership Programs)

Through a rigorous selection process, we select our top employees for an extensive 2 year Future Leaders Program, FUEL. This helps us develop our young managers for leadership positions in the future.

Our FUEL members go through job rotations and work in cross functional teams in order to gain as much knowledge about the company processes and programs as possible. FUEL Members are also sent to trainings by Group Etisalat that provides them with international exposure that is necessary for growth.

PTCL Champion

PTCL champion is an exclusive recognition program that promotes a culture of everyday reward and recognition for employees who perform above & beyond.

Business Excellence Awards

Business Excellence Awards are PTCL’s most prestigious awards that are presented to employees who have made an outstanding contribution to the organization.

To identify the year’s remarkable achievements, nominations are received from all functions in six categories which represent PTCL Business Excellence Enablers i.e.:

• Leadership Excellence
• Operational Excellence
• Cultural Excellence
• Service Excellence
• Innovation Excellence
• Business Achievement

Mr. Muhammad Nehmatullah, Chief Financial Officer PTCL, Mohamed Essa Al-Taheri, EVP Cost & Credit Management, PTCL and Syed Taha Afzal, Head of Consumer Finance, UBL at the MoU signing ceremony for online bill payment solution between PTCL & UBL

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has partnered with United Bank Limited (UBL) to introduce an online bill payment service which will enable their customers to pay bills and recharge prepaid services online through credit and debit cards with ease.

This online bill payment service, based on UBL’s internet based cutting-edge payment system, provides PTCL customers with a secure, easy and efficient way to make payments of their monthly telephone and broadband bills. In addition to automatically restoring customer accounts, this service will also enable customers to recharge PTCL EVO prepaid.

The agreement was signed by Mohamed Essa Al-Taheri, EVP Cost & Credit Management, PTCL and Syed Taha Afzal, Head of Consumer Finance, UBL at a ceremony held at PTCL Headquarters in Islamabad. The ceremony was also attended by Mr. Muhammad Nehmatullah, Chief Financial Officer, PTCL and other senior officials from both the organizations.

While speaking on the occasion, Mohamed Essa Al-Taheri said, “PTCL online web payment service is a testament to the company’s relentless pursuit to provide convenience to its customers while introducing state- of- the- art value added services. This service offers a complete online payment solution to PTCL customers, which shall add value as well as enabling them to make prompt payments and restore services offered by the company, instantly, without the hassle of leaving their premises.”

“It is indeed a great privilege for UBL to be the first bank to offer such a service for PTCL customers. With this ground-breaking service we have introduced Pakistani market to new avenues in the payment industry, through which we eventually envision mass market penetration", said Mr. Taha Afzal, at the signing ceremony.

With this collaboration, UBL will offer cardholders unmatched convenience with regard to PTCL pre and postpaid bill payment options through PTCL website. The defining feature of this service is that it is not just limited to UBL cardholders, these services can be availed by any VISA/MasterCard Debit or Credit cardholder.

“Your successful Career Path is one of our priorities.

We prepare you with the right skills and provide you with the right tools so as to ensure a seamless growth towards a successful career.”

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PTCL reaches out to flood affectees by providing relief goods and setting-up medical camps

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) is carrying-out relief efforts in the areas affected by recent torrential rains and severe floods. A large part of the country including Punjab and Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa provinces has been inundated by the recent floods, affecting millions of people.

PTCL has mobilized various resources in extending support to the local administrations for providing humanitarian assistance to the affected people. The company has already deployed 10 fully equipped medical camps for providing on-spot medical care in the worst hit areas of Gujranwala, Gujrat, Jhang, Faisalabad, Multan, Narowal, Sialkot, Sahiwal and Chiniot.

Medicines worth approx. Rs. 2.5 million have been provided to the affected families. Additional support through delivery of necessary food items and relief goods, worth approx. Rs. 5.5 million have also been distributed in Gujranwala and Jhang districts.

The relief activities are being undertaken by PTCL volunteer teams, who are coordinating and carrying out these activities in liaison with the local authorities.

As the country’s largest integrated Information and Communications Technology (ICT) services provider, PTCL has always been at the forefront to extend its support and playing its active role as a responsible corporate citizen, in case of any calamitous situation faced by the nation.

Islamabad Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has launched an exclusive WiFi service, ‘Managed WiFi’ for its corporate customers.

PTCL’s Managed WiFi service provides organizations with secure, reliable and fast wireless LAN access. This service is available across multiple locations without the hassle of associated hardware and maintenance costs. The service also comes with efficient centralized management, advanced analytic tools, web based management portal and application inventory.

Kamal Ahmed, Chief Digital Services Officer (CDSO) PTCL said at the occasion, “PTCL is committed to deliver affordable and scalable one window connectivity solutions in Pakistan. The Managed WiFi service is an efficient solution that enables organizations and businesses of all sizes to lower the total cost of ownership and improve efficiency by tapping into the vast ICT infrastructure of PTCL.”

The service provides organizations with highly secure premium internet bandwidth with download speed upto 1Gbps.  The speed may vary and is dependent upon the number of laptops, smart phones, tablets or other devices connected to the access point at any given time.

PTCL Managed WiFi is the first of its kind service in Pakistan which caters to the growing connectivity needs of banking and financial sectors, hospitals and educational institutions, as well as large and small government and private organizations.

We strive for excellence in our work, which is recognized throughout various awards that we have won over the years. A glimpse into these various awards portrays just how far we have come and the road which are we upon.

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has introduced EVO Wingle wireless broadband service in Peshawar to provide faster wireless broadband connectivity in the area.

The introduction of this high speed wireless service enables customers in Peshawar to avail PTCL EVO 9.3 Mbps products such as EVO Wingle & EVO Nitro Cloud with improved data rates & enjoy faster connectivity. To facilitate the customers further, the company is providing EVO Wingle 20 GB volume at special discounted price of Rs. 1250 per month in Peshawar. The package will revert to standard monthly charges of Rs. 1,500 after 30th December.

EVO wireless broadband is Pakistan’s fastest and most reliable wireless internet service which offers superior wireless broadband experience in more than 250 cities nationwide.  PTCL is also the first telecom operator in the world to commercially launch cutting-edge EV-DO Rev.B network which offers wireless broadband speeds upto 9.3 Mbps.

Summit – Management Trainee Program:

In order to build PTCLs’ future leadership, applications are welcomed for management trainee program known as the “Summit Program”. This program is for the fresh university graduates who have the potential to bring their difference in the organization. Applicants from all across Pakistan undergo an online gaming test followed by a panel interview. These trainees spend the first month under classroom training in the PTCL Training Academy located in Haripur. On graduating from the academy, the remaining five months encompass on-the-job training.

During this five-month period, each trainee is appointed a mentor & given a project catering both functional & behavioral development of the trainee on top of their regular job activates. The progress of this project is monitored on a trainee mentoring system known as “Chaperone”.

An exciting and rewarding career awaits these graduates after the completion of their training period.

EXPERIA – Paid Summer Internship Program:

“Experia” is our Flagship Summer Internship Program in which students from top universities of Pakistan are selected through On-Campus Assessment Center. Every applicant who undergoes the assessment center also receives a customized Individual Assessment Center Report, which helps the young talent to know their strengths. This customized report also acts as a feedback tool for identifying their areas of improvement and their future development.

Experia is a project based paid internship program in which Experians work on real-time business problems and provide creative solutions and out of the box ideas. Along with their projects, students are given opportunity to work and collaborate with different cross functional teams which increases their corporate exposure and helps them to know more about the organization.

Safeer – Campus Ambassador Program:

PTCL has started a Campus Ambassador program called “PTCL Safeer”. This is an opportunity for existing university students to become PTCL’s ambassador in their respective universities. Becoming a Safeer involves university recommendation, being an active member of social club followed by an interview by the PTCL HR Team.

A Safeer is the flag bearer of our Employer Brand, which is our “Growth Tree – Lets Grow Together”. They act as the first point of contact for any student in the university in guiding them to the right platform. Safeers also work with us in executing other tasks at their respective university campuses & get first hand exposure, paving their way to the future career prospects.

Islamabad: The recent floods have affected a large part of the PTCL network in the flood affected areas. Flood waters have not only flowed into the exchanges, but cable system has also been damaged by the gushing water, resulting in temporary disruption of services to the customers.

With a commitment to restore services at the earliest, PTCL has designated special teams to survey the affected areas and as soon as the flood waters begin receding, the repair and service restoration work shall be commenced. Regretting the inconvenience caused, PTCL urges its customers to report on 1218, any service interruption, line and equipment damages they may witness during this period.

Application

This is your first step towards fantastic growth opportunities. Once you apply for a vacancy through our career portal following is the recruitment process:

Shortlisting

Great. So, you have submitted your application.

After receiving your application, our Recruitment Experts go through each and every application and shortlists the “Best Fit” for the job.

To find out more about what constitutes the “Best Fit”, visit our FAQs section.

Interview

Meet with our expert panel of interviewers.

We call up the shortlisted potential for the initial interview. Our interviews are mostly divided into two parts:

• Initial Interview
• Final Interview

Depending upon the vacancy, our interview can be a panel interview or a one-on-one session where we try to gauge your relevance to the job and cultural fit with our company.

Final Selection

Once you clear both the interviews, our Recruitment Experts sit down and select the final candidate(s) as per our requirement.

So, make sure you stand out!

Offer

CONGRATULATIONS!

We provide you with a competitive offer after the Final Selection.

Our Growth Opportunities are sure to excite you. You will be contributing towards the World of Telecommunication around the Globe and within Pakistan.

PTCL launches comprehensive video conferencing service for corporate customers

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), Pakistan’s largest ICT services provider, has launched an exclusive video conferencing service ‘PTCL Smart Video’ for its corporate customers.

PTCL Smart Video offers secure and reliable video conferencing solution that is available across any network, application or device, enabling organizations to collaborate effectively through real-time and face-to-face video calls.

PTCL has selected Polycom to offer the new videoconferencing and content collaboration service which is powered by Polycom RealPresence One. The software based service is hosted at PTCL’s state-of-the-art data center which allows users to connect with peers nationwide and around-the-world on any standard or legacy video conferencing platforms.

The service provides organizations with highly secure Internet/MPLS based, low bandwidth HD video conferencing capability, operational through corporate boardrooms, desktops, laptops or mobile phones without any associated hardware or maintenance costs.

Kamal Ahmed, Chief Digital Services Officer (CDSO) PTCL said at the occasion, “PTCL remains committed to bringing cutting edge ICT solutions for the corporate sector in Pakistan and introduction of PTCL Smart Video is another step in this direction, which  will make video calling as simple as voice calls.”

“The service is a cost effective solution aimed at empowering corporate businesses and SMEs to swiftly react to market opportunities and improve customer interactions while reducing Capex and improving efficiency,” added Kamal Ahmed.

 Using PTCL Smart Video, customers can host or join meetings anytime anywhere in the world and add new users according to their requirements. Smart Video also enables conferencing participants to share presentations and converse over instant messaging with conference attendees.

Minhaj Zia, Managing Director, Polycom SAARC said: “Our broad range of software and hardware video collaboration solutions are transforming the way organizations do business, particularly in economies rich in potential, such as Pakistan. We are proud to partner with PTCL to make the benefits of video collaboration more accessible and affordable for Pakistani businesses of any size, operating in any industry or sector.”

PTCL Smart Video service offers Banks, Financial Institutions, Hospitals, Educational Institutes, Government Organizations, NGOs and SMEs to improve their organizational efficiency, connect with their workforce and aggressively pursue their business growth.

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has introduced its new EVO Nitro Cloud Share device which provides powerful wireless connectivity and data sharing over Wi-Fi.

The sleek & portable battery powered hotspot connects to multiple Wi-Fi devices over its wireless interface, providing fast wireless connectivity to mobile phones, gaming consoles, laptops & tablets.  The new Nitro Cloud Share also comes with a unique data sharing feature which enables customers to share documents as well as music and video files on MicroSD card with upto 5 users through Wi-Fi.

The powerful Wi-Fi hotspot of Nitro Cloud Share enables customers to experience wireless broadband speeds upto 9.3Mbps in over 200 cities nationwide. The device comes with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) which lets customers’ connect their devices without the hassle of typing a password. The device has a 1.0 inch OLED screen which displays signal strength, roaming status, battery life, WAN connection mode and connection status.

Customers can avail the offer at Rs. 1500 for 20GB volume, Rs. 3000 for 30GB volume and Rs. 3200 for unlimited volume while the bundle offer is available at Rs. 9500 with free device and 3 months usage.

With the largest data network in addition to widest coverage, PTCL wireless broadband is empowering people across Pakistan to reach out to the world, enabling convenient access to knowledge and information nationwide.

PTCL, a market leader in telecom network services presents IP video monitoring solution to its subscribers on a large scale. It would allow customers to easily deploy network video monitoring in their offices, stores or factories. Live or recorded video can be scrutinized on standard PCs/Mobile from anywhere over the internet.

These days, it has become imperative for shopping centers, public transportation, banks, schools and other various offices to install video surveillance.

PTCL’s IP Video surveillance solution, provides virtually unlimited number of video surveillance cameras which can be deployed anywhere in Pakistan without any difficulty. Managed surveillance is a cost-effective IP video surveillance solution in both developed as well as in remote areas.

Features

• Live viewing of the site
• Remote recording on cloud with local SC card as backup
• Static Frame fencing
• Camera dis-connectivity alerts
• On the Go web access
• Monitoring room setup and turn-key solutions
• Local & cloud playback option
• Power backup for all devices
• Off and on site support
• Centralized or distributed architecture
• Video analytics
• Integration with alarm systems

Benefits

• Crime prevention
• Helps post event investigations
• Intelligent plan and the right technology
• Faster emergency response
• Ease of operation
• Proactive monitoring

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Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) is offering its EVO customers free internet along with waiver on outstanding dues on reconnecting their inactive EVO devices.

The offer is available on pre-paid and post-paid EVO, EVO Nitro, EVO cloud, Nitro Cloud & EVO Wingle devices which have not been recharged since 30th March, 2014.

Pre-paid customers availing this offer will be able to enjoy free balance equal to the recharged amount, while post-paid customers will get exemption in previous outstanding dues and free balance equal to the recharged amount.

PTCL EVO is Pakistan’s fastest and most affordable wireless broadband connection serving both urban and rural areas nationwide. The service provides uninterrupted connectivity, high-speed HD video streaming and fast uploads and downloads enabling customers to achieve more.

Managed Wi-Fi is a service that is richly featured, secured and highly reliable for Carrier Wi-Fi access requirements. This service is proactively & centrally managed by highly skilled and certified professionals.

Carrier customers can avail this service in a fixed monthly recurring and on-demand basis service models.

Premium IP bandwidth is available with Managed Wi-Fi services on dedicated or demand basis. PTCL never compromises on security issue that is why PTCL has always been able to provide secure and fast internet service to all its customers.

Features:

• Faster deployment, easy access
• Efficient centralized management
• Advanced analytic tools provide powerful insights into staff or customer behavior that can be readily and usefully leveraged
• Empowering businesses with limited CAPEX and IT budgets to provide faster, secure, reliable wireless LAN access across multiple locations
• AAA (authentication, authorization and accounting)
• Immediate and easy account provisioning
• Centralized security and threat mitigation mechanism

A view of PTCL Headquarters on the eve of Independence Day. A flag hoisting ceremony was organized by PTCL employees followed by prayers for the prosperity of the country.

Ahsan Iqbal, Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Reform speaking at the launching ceremony of PTCL online education program ‘Illuminating Learning Movement (ILM)’

Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), largest ICT services provider of the country, today launched an online education program ‘Illuminating Learning Movement (ILM)’ aimed at providing customized and interactive e-learning solutions to underprivileged students.

The program is being launched in collaboration with Click2Learn, which is a comprehensive adaptive online education platform. The initiative, in the preliminary phase, shall enable 5000 talented and underprivileged students to access and benefit from this customized platform of Click2Learn.

This initiative by PTCL is in alignment with the Prime Ministers’ Youth Development Program, enabling youth and marginalized communities to get e-learning education opportunities, resulting in employment and economic empowerment.

Ahsan Iqbal, Federal Minister for Planning, Development & Reform, was the Chief Guest on the launching ceremony. Walid Irshaid, President & CEO PTCL, Muhammad Akram, Chief Executive Officer, Click2Learn along with management and employees of PTCL also attended the ceremony. Renowned writer and poet Amjad Islam Amjad and social activist Sohail Zimdani also attended the event and expressed their views on the significance of corporate values and its linkage with organizational success and economic prosperity.

Prof. Ahsan Iqbal while speaking on the occasion lauded PTCL for its efforts in contemplating social responsibility, adding that this program shall contribute immensely towards promoting e-learning in Pakistan. ICT innovations offer great opportunities for the talented youth to transform Pakistan into an information and digital super power and create a society with equal opportunities for everyone”.
Elaborating further Ahsan Iqbal was of the view that Vision 2025, set to launch on August 11, will provide a road map for Pakistan to strive forward and meet the challenges of future with immense strength.

Minister Ahsan Iqbal, while addressing the audience, said that the world has witnessed a knowledge revolution in which models and paradigm of learning has changed. He said, “Learning was based on pen learning at one time. It is now redundant. Today is the age of computer literacy.” He said that government is working to enable all the members of society to benefit from this change and for that very purpose, the government has distributed laptops. He commented, “We distributed laptops on merit. Laptop is not leisure but a necessity item these days. I never realized what the eventual benefit of laptops would be until I hosted young IT entrepreneurs. 75 percent of the entrepreneurs were those who were beneficiaries of the laptop scheme earning good amount.”

Walid Irshaid, President & CEO PTCL while speaking at the occasion said, “Development of youth is the single most contributing factor towards national prosperity and growth of the country. We at PTCL strongly believe in playing our active role in contributing towards the society and this cause. Providing learning opportunities to talented youth shall enable them to enhance their development and skill base for future endeavors”.

Syed Mazhar Hussain, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) PTCL highlighted PTCL’s transformative role to achieve excellence both at organizational and community level by promoting a value driven culture within the organization and by offering advanced digital learning platforms to uplift the educational standards for country’s youth.

A cultural transformation program ‘Living PTCL Values’ was also initiated at the occasion aimed at improving organizational performance. The objective of this cultural transformation initiative is to develop PTCL into a value-driven organization, where core values are translated and reflected upon into employees’ attitude and behaviors to ultimately impact the organizational performance.

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunications Company Limited (PTCL) has ushered a new era of technological innovation in the country by introducing the next generation ‘Charji EVO’ in Pakistan. The new service is an addition to the successful EVO family of products already serving millions of users in the country.

The new technology provides ultra fast uninterrupted connectivity at speeds up to 36 Mbps, making it the fastest wireless broadband in Pakistan. The service, available in convenient dongles and Mi-Fi clouds, is initially being launched in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Karachi and Lahore and will be expanded to other parts of the country later. Both dongles and Mi-Fi clouds have the ability to fall back to the Rev A or Rev B network in case the customer uses the Charji EVO device in cities other than the current launch cities.

Furqan Qureshi, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) PTCL commented at this launch, “We are excited to introduce the next-generation of our EVO broadband service in Pakistan which will enable access to data-rich products and enhance high speed broadband access for customers. We believe that high speed broadband is a catalyst for growth and that it should be accessible to everyone. Pakistan’s demand for data continues to grow and we intend to extend the fastest broadband service to our customers. The launch of the new Charji EVO, reaffirms our commitment of empowering the nation by providing high speed broadband for all”, added Furqan Qureshi.

The super fast dongles and cloud devices are a companion for providing a powerful internet experience, enabling  faster web browsing, HD video streaming, downloads, uploads and low latency (ping) rates for online gaming.  The tremendous ease and comfort of ‘Charji EVO’ cloud devices with its state of the art Wi-Fi capability and fast internet browsing brings an unparalleled experience, connecting up to 10 Wi-Fi enabled devices (depends on the model) simultaneously to PTCL’s revolutionary wireless EVO broadband network.

The company currently has the largest wireless broadband network in the country with more than 250 cities powered by its EVO services. 

The audio conferencing service allows users from multiple locations across the world or nationwide to join a single conference and collaborate at the same time. The audio conferencing service is ideal for company meetings, project reviews, sales, software trainings, interviews, press or investor conferences and lectures.

This service is ideal for companies and institutions with offices and participants in multiple locations requiring regular interaction. Audio Conferencing helps in saving time and money by eliminating the need of travel. This state of art service allows instant and unplanned conferences required for critical business decisions.

Features:

• A maximum of 120 callers per single audio conference with recording facility.
• Ability to send emails and SMS notifications to inform participants about meetings.
• Immediate Conference initiation through the web or while on the move.
• The system supports online reporting: generate detailed reports.
• The system supports managing multiple conferences by a single initiator and a different chairman.

Benefits:

• Cut down business expense: It’s more expensive to conduct meetings in person. In comparison, phone conferencing is accessible worldwide and will help in cutting down major costs, enabling conference to large groups.
• Basic Telephone System: Audio conference system requires basic PTCL landlines to enable the conference services.
• Independent of geographical location: Customer can make conference from anywhere/anytime enabling the conference code on PTCL landline.

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Syed Mazhar Hussain, Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) PTCL signing MoU with Fahd Sardar Khan, Country Head, Islamic Banking Askari Bank for provision of Islamic  banking services at discounted rates to PTCL employees.

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has signed a MoU with Askari Bank’s Islamic Banking Services Division for provision of Islamic Ijarah and Musharaka facilities to PTCL employees at specially designed rates.

The agreement was signed by Syed Mazhar Hussain, Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) PTCL and Fahd Sardar Khan, Country Head, Islamic Banking Askari Bank Limited at PTCL head office in Islamabad. Senior management from both the organizations was also present at the occasion.

The collaboration will enable PTCL employees to avail Shariah compliant products within the framework of Islamic Ijarah including cars, motor bikes and Diminishing Musharaka for home financing on specially designed rates. 

Syed Mazhar Hussain, Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) PTCL said at the occasion, “PTCL strongly believes in employee welfare, betterment and growth and this initiative is a part of our long standing commitment to facilitate our employees”.

Fahd Sardar Khan, Country Head, Islamic Banking Askari Bank Limited termed the initiative a huge success for both the organizations and marked it as a milestone achievement in developing long term relationship with the largest telecom company in Pakistan.

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL), the largest ICT services provider in Pakistan, on Tuesday announced strong second quarter results riding on the back of its growing fixed and wireless broadband business.

PTCL announced revenues of Rs 42.8 billion for the period ended June 30, 2014, an increase of 7% over the same period of last year, while gross and net profit of the Company stood at Rs. 15.3 and 6.9 billion respectively. The Board of Directors has declared 10% interim cash dividend.

PTCL cash flows remain healthy and stable due to the consistent growth in the subscriber base and strong market position.

 PTCL Group earned revenue of Rs 68.5 billion during the reported period, showing an increase of 5% over the same period last year. Net profit of Rs. 8.2 billion was recorded, while gross profit was recorded at Rs. 25.6 billion, an increase of 7% over last year.

 Walid Irshaid, President & CEO PTCL expressed his pleasure at the strong performance of the company adding that, “Our robust second quarter results again demonstrated the ability of our diversified line of business to perform to the expectation of our shareholders”.

 “Despite intensified competition in the telecom market, we have continued to outperform and raise the bar even further for the industry to follow. The growth primarily stems from growing broadband portfolio, while support to the bottom-line also came from improved corporate services portfolio, which has seen a significant increase,” added Walid Irshaid.

PTCL initiates relief efforts for IDPs by providing relief goods and medical facilities 

Pakistan Telecommunications Company Limited (PTCL) is reaching out to the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) from North Waziristan by providing support through delivery of relief goods and medical facilities to the affected people. In this connection, the company has arranged to distribute food items among the affected people in close collaboration with the concerned authorities.  

The company has also set up two medical camps where on-spot medical care including medicines is being provided to the IDPs and their families.   

All these activities are being supervised by the PTCL volunteer teams who are coordinating and carrying out the relief operations in liaison with the district administration officials. 

As the country’s largest integrated Information Communications Technology (ICT) services provider, PTCL believes in reaching out and playing its role in case of any calamitous situation and has always been at the forefront to extend its assistance and carry out relief efforts for our fellow citizens in the hour of need. 

PTCL management and customers at the customer loyalty program ceremony

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunications Company Limited (PTCL) has initiated a customer loyalty program to acknowledge the company’s most loyal customers. The loyalty program aims at recognizing customers and appreciating who have been with PTCL for more than 30 years.

 A ceremony to acknowledge customers who have been associated with PTCL and enjoying the company’s services for more than 30 years was held here in Islamabad. Customers were presented with Life Time Relationship awards. The company has also provided One Year complimentary usage of Broadband services and One year complimentary usage of Smart TV services to appreciate long term loyalty of these customers with PTCL.

“Our customers are the core of our business and we always try to find innovative ways to reward them”, said Jamil Khwaja Chief Customer Care Officer (CCCO) PTCL. “Through this loyalty program, PTCL expresses its gratitude for the trust that customers have placed on the PTCL services”.

The ceremony was attended by Jamil Khwaja Chief Customer Care Officer (CCCO) PTCL; Shahid Mahmood, Executive Vice President (EVP) North PTCL; Naeem Siddiqui, GM Customer Care, PTCL  and Nadeem Awan, RGM Islamabad Telecom Region along with other officials of the company and valued customers.

The loyalty program will also be held in all the telecom regions of PTCL.

IP MPLS is a fully managed, highly secured private network service. MPLS directs data from one network node to the next, based on short path labels rather than long network addresses for high-performance telecommunications networks. PTCL domestic network covers most of Pakistan and in partnership with other International operators (SingTel, PCCW Global, and Etisalat). We provide global MPLS connectivity as well.

Features

• Flexibility and scalability of IP Networks
• Traffic prioritization by offering class of service
• Cost effective connectivity
• Self-healing network with built-in redundancy
• Multiservice virtual private networks
• Domestic and International connectivity

Benefits

• Secure data transfer
• Multiple application support
• Low cost solution as compared to traditional techniques
• Robust, reliable and agile solution
• Wide global and domestic reach

Islamabad:  Furqan Qureshi, Chief Marketing Officer, PTCL (Centre) along with senior management and participants of company’s annual sales conference

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) held its day long annual sales conference 2014 at a local hotel here in Islamabad.

Comprising of various interactive and creative sessions, the conference gave an opportunity to the participants for knowledge sharing and discussed in detail different initiatives & promotions regarding existing and new products & services at regional and national level.

Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) PTCL, Furqan Qureshi led the conference by sharing valuable insights which was also attended by CBDO, Muhammad Nasrullah;  CFO, Muhammad Nehmatullah; CHRO, Syed Mazhar Hussain along with other senior officials of the company representing Commercial and Regional level management.

The conference was aimed at providing insight to PTCL’s countrywide sales management teams comprising consumer sales, direct and indirect sales, corporate sales, contact centers, one-stop shops, wire-line and wireless departments. Sales and exceptional performances were acknowledged and Sales Champions from different regions were awarded for achieving excellent results.

Participants were also given the opportunity to share their observations, experiences and successes regarding PTCL’s product sales & services, initiatives & promotions, distribution & revenue streams, as well as regional issues & trends.

As an ongoing part of the sales engagement, the annual sales conference will be followed by retail seminars in different regions.

PTCL HR team at the 2^nd HR conclave ‘Future-Fit HR’

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) held its 2nd HR Conclave ‘Future-Fit HR’ here in Islamabad. The two day conference provided PTCL HR fraternity an opportunity to define together, the strategic HR agenda that reflects the commitment and readiness of PTCL’s Future-Fit HR team, to lead the company towards growth and success.

The annual platform enables HR professionals to collectively review past performance, celebrate achievements, explore industry best practices, gain business insights and participate in focus group sessions to gear up for the future and develop a clear line of sight backed up by a strategic action plan.

Syed Mazhar Hussain, Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) PTCL while sharing his vision for the HR Function during his inaugural speech said: “The Future-Fit HR would take on a more proactive and progressive approach for enabling the line of business to attain elevated performance level in terms of business growth and delivering exceptional customer service. HR would be the transformative force driving the organizational revolution through development of a winning culture”

Appreciating the HR team for their contributions, Syed Mazhar Hussain added “The acknowledgements and accolades awarded to PTCL HR by Etisalat Group and by prestigious HR platforms and reputed HR bodies of Pakistan are a testament of the HR team’s exceptional performance in comparison with the local and global benchmarks”.

Key highlights of the Year 2013 in terms of overall business performance as well as achievements of the HR Department were also elaborated upon by Syed Mazhar Hussain.

Kamal Ahmed, Chief Digital Services Officer (CDSO), PTCL and Muhammad Nasrullah, Chief Business Operations Officer (CBOO), PTCL also commended the achievements of HR that have significantly impacted the business and articulated their future plans where HR could make valuable contributions to promote business.

Amir Rao, Country General Manager Microsoft Pakistan and Dr. Sadia Nadeem, Director Management Advancement Research Center, FAST School of Management were also invited to share their experiences of HR best practices and latest trends for enhancing HR’s readiness and prowess for strategically contributing towards building business excellence.

The two day conference also included exciting Karting Competition organized to emphasize HR’s vigorous and dynamic approach of ‘Racing To The Future With A Winning Mindset’, coupled with HR Gala night where special recognition accolades were awarded to exceptional performers of HR department.

Muhammad Basharat Qureshi, PTCL Executive Vice President Corporate Services signing agreement with Anwar Amjad, Director General IT, HEC to provide EVO wireless devices to university students nationwide.

Islamabad: Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has partnered with Higher Education Commission (HEC) to promote education in the country.

In this regard, the company inked an agreement today with HEC for provision of 100,000 EVO wireless devices to university students nationwide. The devices will be provided along with laptops under the Prime Minister’s National Laptop Scheme.

Walid Irshaid, President & CEO, while commenting on the occasion said, “PTCL proudly believes in contributing towards the development of education in the country and this initiative shall further provide the youth of the country with more convenient access to quality education, raise their standards as well prepare themselves for the future”.  

“Accessible and affordable broadband internet has the potential to virtually change the whole education-eco system in the country and bring unprecedented level of education, employment and learning opportunities,” added Walid Irshaid.

The agreement was signed by Muhammad Basharat Qureshi, PTCL Executive Vice President Corporate Services and Anwar Amjad, Director General IT, HEC at the HEC secretariat in Islamabad.

Senior government officials, representatives of HEC and PTCL senior officials were also present at the ceremony.