The Ministry of Defence has opened online applications to join GHQ as a Civilian Employee. This is a large, mixed recruitment drive covering 23 different positions from BPS-1 to BPS-15 — a total of 139 seats ranging from Naib Qasid and Cook right up to Assistant, Stenotypist and UDC. Applications are submitted online through the official Ministry of Defence recruitment portal.
What makes this drive worth your attention is its range. There is something here for a candidate who has only passed Primary, and something for a graduate who can type — all under one advertisement. If you have been waiting for a government job that matches your qualification, check the post table below and compare it with other current government jobs.
⚠ Last Date: 10 August 2026The online application deadline is 10-Aug-2026. There are only a couple of days left, so complete your application without waiting for the final day — the portal often gets slow near the deadline.
Overview
Join GHQ as Civilian Employee is a civilian recruitment scheme run under the Ministry of Defence, filling support, clerical, technical and skilled posts at General Headquarters (GHQ) in Rawalpindi. The vacancies span every basic pay scale from BPS-1 to BPS-15, so both matriculates and graduates — as well as skilled workers like drivers, firemen, binders and machinemen — can find a suitable post.
The recruitment is handled entirely online. You read the guidelines, deposit the fee (only if your post is BPS-6 or above), and submit a single application through the official portal. Selected candidates are then called for a test or interview.
Job Overview
| Organization |
Ministry of Defence — Join GHQ as Civilian Employee |
| Total Positions |
23 posts — 139 seats |
| Pay Scale |
BPS-01 to BPS-15 |
| Duty Location |
Rawalpindi / Islamabad (GHQ) |
| Eligibility |
Primary Pass to Graduation (depending on the post) |
| Age Limit |
18 to 30 years (up to 33/35 for some posts) + relaxation as per rules |
| Application Mode |
Online through the official Ministry of Defence portal |
| Last Date |
10 August 2026 |
Available Posts & Seats
The full list of open positions, with pay scale, age limit, number of seats and the required qualification:
| # |
Position |
BPS |
Age |
Seats |
Required Qualification |
| 1 |
Assistant |
15 |
18–33 |
10 |
Graduate, typing speed 20 w.p.m, computer literate |
| 2 |
Stenotypist |
14 |
18–30 |
19 |
Intermediate, 80/40 w.p.m shorthand/typing, computer literate |
| 3 |
UDC |
13 |
18–30 |
20 |
Intermediate, typing speed 25 w.p.m, computer literate |
| 4 |
Photographer |
13 |
18–35 |
2 |
Matric with 3–5 years practical photography experience |
| 5 |
Copy Paster |
13 |
18–30 |
1 |
DAE (Computer Science) with 2 years copy-pasting/graphic art experience |
| 6 |
LDC |
11 |
18–30 |
25 |
Matric, minimum typing speed 30 w.p.m, computer literate |
| 7 |
Draughtsman |
11 |
18–30 |
3 |
Matric with 3-year Diploma in Draughtsmanship (or 2-yr diploma + 2 yrs exp) |
| 8 |
Translator |
10 |
18–30 |
1 |
Graduate with 3 years experience in translation of technical subjects |
| 9 |
Offset Machineman |
8 |
18–30 |
2 |
Matric with 2 years experience; printing press experience |
| 10 |
Security Guard |
5 |
18–30 |
5 |
Matric OR Ex-Serviceman (10–15 yrs service); min height 5'7" |
| 11 |
Civilian Driver |
4 |
18–30 |
2 |
Literate, valid LTV/HTV licence, able to do minor M.T repairs |
| 12 |
Upholsterer |
4 |
18–30 |
1 |
At least 5 years practical upholstering experience |
| 13 |
Senior Binder |
3 |
18–30 |
1 |
Middle, with printing press experience |
| 14 |
Junior Machineman |
3 |
18–30 |
1 |
Middle with 2 years experience in the trade |
| 15 |
Attendant |
2 |
18–30 |
1 |
Middle, with museum experience |
| 16 |
Fireman |
2 |
18–35 |
2 |
Middle, with fire-fighting experience and training |
| 17 |
Junior Binder |
2 |
18–30 |
1 |
Primary Pass, with printing press experience |
| 18 |
Naib Qasid |
1 |
18–30 |
30 |
Primary Pass |
| 19 |
Mess Waiter |
1 |
18–30 |
4 |
Primary Pass |
| 20 |
Cook |
1 |
18–30 |
4 |
Primary Pass |
| 21 |
Chowkidar |
1 |
18–30 |
2 |
Primary Pass |
| 22 |
Inker |
1 |
18–30 |
1 |
Primary Pass, with printing press experience |
| 23 |
Sanitary Worker |
1 |
18–30 |
1 |
Primary Pass |
Domicile & Quota — read this carefullyPosts in BPS-1 to BPS-5 are filled against local domicile only (Rawalpindi / Islamabad districts). Murree and Kotli Sattian are not counted as part of Rawalpindi District. Posts in BPS-6 to BPS-15 are open to candidates from all over Pakistan on the basis of provincial quota (Punjab, Sindh Urban/Rural, KPK, Balochistan, GB, AJK, Ex-FATA and merit).
Application Fee
Whether you pay a fee depends entirely on the pay scale of the post you apply for:
| BPS-1 to BPS-5 |
No fee — free to apply |
| BPS-6 to BPS-10 |
Rs. 250 |
| BPS-11 to BPS-15 |
Rs. 350 |
Fee is deposited before submittingFor BPS-6 to BPS-15, the fee must be paid before you submit your online application, following the “Fee Payment Guidelines” on the portal. Keep your paid challan safe — the original is required at the test/interview centre. No test entry without the original deposited challan.
Age Relaxation
Age is calculated up to the closing date of the advertisement. General upper-age relaxation is allowed as per Government rules:
- +10 years for candidates from Sindh (Rural), Balochistan, Ex-FATA and Gilgit-Baltistan
- +3 years for candidates from Azad Kashmir
- Retired Armed Forces personnel: up to 15 years or their total length of service (whichever is less), but the upper age limit shall not exceed 45 years
Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality |
Must be a registered Pakistani citizen |
| Education |
Primary Pass to Graduation, depending on the post applied for |
| Age |
18–30 years (up to 33/35 for certain posts) plus relaxation |
| Government Servants |
Already-serving government employees must apply through proper channel with an NOC from their department |
| One Post Only |
A candidate may apply for only one post |
Required Documents
✓Educational certificates — Primary/Middle/Matric/Inter/Degree as applicable
✓Domicile certificate (Rawalpindi/Islamabad for BPS 1–5)
✓Experience/diploma certificates — where the post requires them
✓Paid fee challan — for BPS 6–15 posts
✓Disability certificate (NADRA-issued) — if applying on disabled quota
How to Apply Online
- Read the guidelines first
Open the official portal and read the Guidelines, Advertisement and FAQs carefully so you apply for the right post.
- Deposit the fee (BPS 6–15 only)
If your post is BPS-6 or above, pay Rs. 250 or Rs. 350 as per the fee guidelines and keep the challan.
- Open “Apply Online”
On the portal, click Apply Online and start a fresh application.
- Fill in your details
Enter your personal, academic and domicile details exactly as they appear on your original documents.
- Choose one post
Select the single post you are eligible for — you cannot apply for more than one.
- Submit and note your roll number
Submit the form and save the confirmation. You can edit the application only once, so review before submitting.
Apply Online — Official MoD Portal
Official PortalApplications are accepted only through the official Ministry of Defence recruitment website: amdte.rect.gov.pk. For technical help you can email pakrect92@gmail.com (Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM). Do not apply through any other link.
⚠ Beware of FraudThe Ministry of Defence does not charge any money beyond the official application fee, and no agent can arrange your selection. If anyone demands extra payment or promises you a job for money, it is a scam — see
how to spot these frauds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to apply?
The last date for online application is 10 August 2026. Apply before the deadline as the portal gets busy near the end.
Q2. How many posts and seats are there?
There are 23 different positions with a total of 139 seats, ranging from BPS-1 to BPS-15.
Q3. Is there an application fee?
BPS-1 to BPS-5 is free. BPS-6 to BPS-10 costs Rs. 250 and BPS-11 to BPS-15 costs Rs. 350, paid before submitting.
Q4. Who can apply for BPS-1 to BPS-5 posts?
Only candidates with Rawalpindi or Islamabad domicile (Murree and Kotli Sattian excluded). BPS-6 to BPS-15 posts are open all over Pakistan on provincial quota.
Q5. Can I apply for more than one post?
No. You may apply for only one post.
Q6. Can females apply?
Yes. Minorities, women and disabled candidates are selected against their specific reserved quota.
Q7. I am already a government employee — can I apply?
Yes, but you must apply through proper channel and provide an NOC from your current department.
Q8. Where do I apply?
Only online through the official Ministry of Defence portal at amdte.rect.gov.pk. No printed application or documents need to be posted.
In Short
Join GHQ as Civilian Employee 2026 is a broad Ministry of Defence recruitment drive with 139 seats across 23 posts, from Primary-pass roles like Naib Qasid and Cook to graduate roles like Assistant and UDC. Fee applies only from BPS-6 upward, BPS-1 to BPS-5 is free and reserved for local Rawalpindi/Islamabad domicile. With the last date set for 10 August 2026, pick the one post you qualify for and apply through the official portal now.
Apply Now — Ministry of Defence Portal
Applications closed. The last date for this advertisement (10 August 2026) has passed. This page is kept as a recruitment reference — the Ministry of Defence (GHQ) advertises such roles periodically, so check the official source below or
the official recruitment portal for the next opening.
Who should apply
This drive covered 139 civilian posts from BPS-1 to BPS-15 (roles such as Naib Qasid up to clerical and technical staff), so it suited candidates from primary-pass up to graduate level who want a stable federal government job — particularly those with a Punjab domicile.
Eligibility in simple words
- Education requirement varies by post (from primary pass to graduation) — always match the exact post.
- Age limits and domicile are as stated for each post in the official advertisement.
How to apply (step by step)
- Register and log in on the official recruitment portal (amdte.rect.gov.pk).
- Select the specific post you qualify for and fill the form exactly as per your CNIC record.
- Upload the required documents and submit before the deadline; save your slip/roll-number.
Application checklist
- Valid CNIC
- Educational certificates (matched to the post)
- Domicile certificate
- Recent photographs
- Experience letter (if the post requires it)
Common mistakes to avoid
- Applying for a post whose education/eligibility you do not meet.
- Wrong or missing domicile details.
- Leaving submission to the last day.
How to verify a genuine vacancy (avoid scams)
Government and bank jobs are never sold. Apply only on the official portal, never pay a “processing” or “guarantee” fee to any agent, and ignore calls or messages asking for money or your password/OTP. Cross-check every advertisement against the official source below before applying.
Q: Do I have to pay anyone to apply for GHQ civilian jobs?
No. Applications are submitted free on the official portal; never pay an agent for a government job.
Q: Where can I check the next GHQ civilian recruitment?
Watch the official recruitment portal (amdte.rect.gov.pk) and official advertisements; new cycles are announced there.
اہم معلومات (آسان اردو میں)
GHQ سویلین بھرتی (139 آسامیاں، BPS-1 تا 15) کی درخواست کی آخری تاریخ گزر چکی ہے۔ یہ صفحہ حوالے کے لیے ہے؛ نئی بھرتی amdte.rect.gov.pk پر دیکھیں۔ کسی سرکاری نوکری کے لیے کبھی فیس نہ دیں۔
Ministry of Defence – Join GHQ as Civilian Employee 2026. 23 posts, 139 seats from BPS-1 to BPS-15 including Naib Qasid, Cook, LDC, UDC, Stenotypist and Assistant. Apply online by 10 August 2026.