Pakistan Railways has announced its 2025 recruitment campaign with new openings for experienced and qualified professionals. These contract-based positions are linked to a major national initiative: the Rail Connectivity Project with Gwadar Sea Port, under the Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP).
If you are seeking stable government employment with project-based deployments across Sindh and Balochistan, this hiring cycle offers promising career opportunities in administrative, technical, and engineering domains.
Project Overview: Gwadar to Jacobabad Rail Link
The recruitment supports the strategic project titled “Acquisition of Land From Gwadar KM 18.98 to Mastung KM 901 via Besima and from Besima Zero Point to Jacobabad KM 387 via Khuzdar.” Selected candidates will serve in areas including:
- Gwadar
- Turbat
- Panjgur
- Mastung
- Quetta
- Khuzdar
- Jhal Magsi
- Jacobabad
- Karachi
The appointment period is initially for one year, with potential extensions based on performance and project needs.
Vacant Positions and Job Grades
Below is a breakdown of available roles, their respective pay project scales (PPS), and primary function:
| Position | Grade (PPS) | Function |
|---|---|---|
| Executive Engineer (Civil) | PPS-08 | Project oversight, infrastructure planning |
| Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) | PPS-07 | Support civil engineering implementation |
| Assistant Accounts Officer | PPS-07 | Financial reporting and budget control |
| Inspector of Works Grade-II | PPS-06 | Quality checks, site inspections |
| Assistant Inspector of Works (AIOW) | PPS-04 | Support inspection functions |
| Office Superintendent | PPS-06 | Administrative coordination |
| Stenotypist | PPS-06 | Document transcription and shorthand |
| Computer Operator | PPS-04 | Database management, record keeping |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | PPS-04 | Clerical data entry and file handling |
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered, applicants must meet the educational and experiential requirements outlined below:
| Qualification Level | Applicable Positions |
|---|---|
| M.Com / ACCA | Assistant Accounts Officer |
| Bachelors / DAE | Engineering and administrative posts |
| FA / FSc | Clerical and data entry positions |
Additional Requirements
- Experience: 2 to 8 years in relevant field
- Age Limit: Up to 35 years
- Domicile: Preference for Punjab-based applicants
- Skillset: Varies by designation (technical, management, clerical)
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should follow a manual application process by submitting complete documents to Pakistan Railways.
Required Documents
- Detailed CV/Resume
- Attested copies of educational certificates
- Verified experience letters
- Copy of CNIC and domicile
- One recent passport-sized photograph
Submission Details
| Submission Address |
|---|
| Executive Engineer, Gwadar Project |
Divisional Superintendent
Pakistan Railways
Zarghoon Road, Quetta |
- Deadline: August 11, 2025
- Method: Postal submission only
- Incomplete or late applications will be rejected
- Applicants currently employed in government institutions must apply via proper channel
- Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for further selection
- Original documents must be presented at the interview
- No TA/DA will be provided
Final Takeaway
This recruitment drive is part of a critical infrastructure initiative connecting underserved districts to Gwadar's growing economic hub. For those with relevant experience and technical or administrative skills, these positions offer high-impact work in Pakistan’s rail development network.
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