Ministry of Defense Announces Hundreds of Jobs. The Ministry of Defence Pakistan has officially announced a massive recruitment drive for Pakistani nationals. According to the latest advertisement published on February 5, 2026, hundreds of government vacancies are available across BS-01 to BS-18.
This hiring initiative covers a wide range of departments, including technical, administrative, security, medical, clerical, and support services. The announcement has created strong interest among job seekers due to the variety of posts, nationwide quotas, and the credibility of a federal government organization.
Ministry of Defence Recruitment 2026
The Ministry of Defence has clarified that all vacancies are open strictly for Pakistani citizens who meet the required criteria. Candidates must fulfill the education, experience, age limit, and quota requirements mentioned in the official advertisement.
The recruitment includes senior management roles, technical experts, medical staff, security personnel, clerks, drivers, and Class-IV staff. This wide scope allows both highly qualified professionals and entry-level candidates to apply.
All applications will be processed through a completely online system, ensuring transparency and efficiency.
High-Level Posts (BS-17 to BS-18)
Several senior positions have been announced for experienced professionals with strong academic backgrounds.
Key Senior Positions Include
Deputy Director (Vetting) – BS-18
This role requires a second-class Master’s degree along with five years of intelligence experience. The age limit for this post is 25 to 40 years, and vacancies are available on Merit and Punjab quota.
Deputy Director (Signals) – BS-18
Candidates must hold a Master’s or Engineering degree with five years of signals-related experience. This post is limited to the Punjab quota, with the same age bracket of 25 to 40 years.
Assistant Director – BS-17
Applicants need at least 16 years of education. Vacancies are distributed among Merit, Punjab, Sindh, and KP.
Assistant Director (Engineering) – BS-17
This position requires an Engineering degree along with PEC registration and is available on the Punjab quota.
Assistant Director (Computer Programming) – BS-17
Candidates with degrees in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, or Cyber Security are eligible. Quotas are allocated for Punjab and Sindh.
Mid-Level Posts (BS-14 to BS-16)
The Ministry has also announced several mid-level vacancies for graduates and diploma holders.
Notable Positions
Charge Nurse – BS-16
Applicants must be registered with the Pakistan Nursing Council (PNC). Vacancies are available for Punjab and Ex-FATA candidates.
Sub Divisional Officer (B&R) – BS-16
Requires a degree in Civil Engineering or M-Tech, offered purely on Merit.
Assistant – BS-15
Graduation with basic computer skills is mandatory. Quotas include Punjab, Balochistan, and Ex-FATA.
Sub Inspector – BS-14
Graduates with preference for intelligence experience can apply from Punjab, Sindh, KP, and Balochistan.
Traffic Analyst – BS-14
This technical role requires five years of traffic analysis experience and is offered on Merit, Punjab, and Sindh quota.
Clerical and Technical Staff (BS-9 to BS-13)
Several clerical and technical roles have been announced for candidates with intermediate or diploma qualifications.
Available Roles
- Upper Division Clerk (BS-13)
- Lower Division Clerk (BS-11)
- Photographer (BS-13)
- Supervisor (Electronics / Telecom) – BS-11
- Sub Engineer-I (Telecom / Aero) – BS-11
- Technical Monitoring Staff – BS-9
- Operator Special – BS-9
- Security Supervisor – BS-9
These positions require relevant diplomas, typing skills, or field experience depending on the role.
Support and Class-IV Staff (BS-01 to BS-07)
The Ministry has also announced a large number of support staff positions, ensuring opportunities for candidates with Matric or Primary education.
Positions Include
- Driver (BS-4)
- Naib Qasid (BS-1)
- Chowkidar (BS-1)
- Mali (BS-1)
- Cook (BS-1)
- Mess Waiter (BS-1)
- Sanitary Worker (BS-1)
- Barber (BS-1)
- Aya (BS-1)
These posts are mostly allocated under the Punjab quota, with some open-merit seats.
Age Limit and Relaxation Policy
The general age limit ranges from 18 to 30 years, depending on the post. However, the Ministry of Defence has announced special age relaxation for eligible candidates.
Age Relaxation Details
- 3 years for Scheduled Castes, Buddhist Community, Tribal Areas, AJK, and Gilgit-Baltistan
- 3 years for Sindh (Rural) and Balochistan candidates applying for BS-15 and below
- 10 years (up to age 55) for government servants with two years of service
- 10 years for retired Armed Forces personnel
- 5 years for widows, widowers, and children of deceased government employees
- 10 years for persons with disabilities applying for BS-15 and below
Important Testing Information
Candidates should note that negative marking will apply in the screening test.
For every wrong answer, 0.25 marks will be deducted.
No TA or DA will be provided for test or interview appearances.
How to Apply Online
The application process is 100% online.
Applicants must visit the official website: www.recruitments.com.pk
No hard-copy application is required.
Application Fee Structure
- Rs. 2,500 – BS-17 & BS-18
- Rs. 2,000 – BS-14 to BS-16
- Rs. 1,600 – BS-9 to BS-13
- Rs. 1,200 – BS-7
- Rs. 800 – BS-1 to BS-6
Persons with disabilities are exempted from the application fee, subject to valid certificates.
Payments must be made through the 1Bill invoice system using banks, ATMs, EasyPaisa, JazzCash, UBL Omni, or TCS counters.
Last Date and Important Reminder
The last date to apply is 01 March 2026.
Deposit slips will be generated until 2:00 PM on the closing date.
Candidates are advised to apply early to avoid technical issues.
For queries, applicants can contact the Ministry of Defence helpline:
051-8905000
Conclusion
The Ministry of Defence recruitment 2026 offers a rare opportunity for Pakistani citizens to secure stable government jobs across multiple grades. With transparent online applications, clear quotas, and diverse positions, eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before the deadline and carefully follow all instructions.
