The selection process work in the following stages: 1st Round: USEFP staff screen all the applications. The initial shortlisting of applicants is based on their minimum qualifications and the completeness of their applications. 2nd Round: Applications that are complete and fulfill the minimum qualification criteria are then evaluated according to a set of criteria established by USEFP. A number of applicants (around 500) are shortlisted for the interviews. 3rd Round: In-person interviews of the shortlisted applicants take place in Islamabad. Final Round: Final candidates and alternatives (around 250) are selected and notified by telephone. Those who are not selected are notified by mail.