Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has announced a fresh batch of vacancies under Advertisement No. 39/2025, published in newspapers on 16-10-2025.
The positions span multiple government departments, including the Revenue Department (Board of Revenue, Punjab), Deputy Commissioner Offices, the Water Management Wing of the Agriculture Department, the Planning, Information & Reform Unit of the Higher Education Department, and the Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department.
This announcement brings opportunities for graduates and postgraduates in administration, clerical support, information technology, economics/policy, agriculture/water management, and medical education.
Both Male, Female, and Transgender candidates domiciled in the relevant districts/province (as noted below) are encouraged to apply. Standard women, minority, special person, and employee-children quotas apply where mentioned in the advertisement.
Quick Highlights
- Commission: Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC), Lahore
- Ad Number: 39/2025
- Publication Date: 16 October 2025
- Application Mode: Online via PPSC
- Test Type: Generally one paper MCQ (100 marks); technical/IT/economics roles are qualification-related, and Junior Clerk posts include a typing/skill test after the written exam.
- Eligibility: As per post—Bachelor’s/16 years/18 years of education or higher; district or Punjab domicile as specified.
- Age: As per PPSC rules for each post (typical general age ranges noted below with standard relaxations).
Important: Always cross‑check the closing date, fee, and any updates on the PPSC website before submitting your application.
Vacancies by Department
1) Revenue Department, Deputy Commissioner / District Collector Office, Sheikhupura (Board of Revenue, Punjab)
a) Assistant (BS‑16) — Case No. 413
- No. of Posts: 02 (Open Merit)
- Qualification: Graduation (2nd Division) from a recognized university.
- Domicile: District Sheikhupura.
- Place of Posting: Deputy Commissioner / District Collector Office, Sheikhupura.
- Age: Typically 18–25 years, with standard PPSC relaxations (commonly +5 for males, +8 for females; transgender as per CNIC & rules).
- Written Test Syllabus: One paper MCQ (100 marks) covering General Ability and IT/Computer basics (see “Test & Syllabus Snapshot” below).
b) Junior Clerk (BS‑11) — Case No. 414
- No. of Posts: 19 (distribution across Open Merit, Women, Minority and Special Person quotas).
- Qualification:
- Higher Secondary School Certificate (2nd Division) from a recognized board.
- Typing speed: 25 words per minute in English.
- Proficiency in MS Office/computer applications (skill assessment may be held).
- Domicile: Sheikhupura.
- Place of Posting: DC Office, Sheikhupura.
- Age: 18–25 years with standard relaxations.
- Selection: Written test followed by typing/skill test for shortlisted candidates.
2) Deputy Commissioner Office, Sahiwal (Board of Revenue, Punjab)
Junior Clerk (BS‑11) — Case No. 415
- No. of Posts: Multiple (large intake; includes Open Merit, Women, Minority, Special Persons, and a quota for children of certain employees).
- Qualification:
- Higher Secondary School Certificate (2nd Division).
- Typing speed: 25 wpm (English).
- MS Office/computer proficiency required.
- Domicile: District Sahiwal.
- Place of Posting: DC Office, Sahiwal.
- Age: 18–25 years with relaxations as per rules.
- Selection: One paper MCQ written test + typing/skill test.
Note: The Sahiwal Junior Clerk recruitment includes reserved seats as per government policy (women/minorities/special persons and specified employee-children quota) stated in the advertisement.
3) Water Management Wing, Agriculture Department (Punjab)
Agricultural Economist (BS‑18) — Case No. 416
- Appointment Type: Contract (3 years), extendable (up to 5 years).
- No. of Posts: 01 (Open Merit).
- Qualification:
- Ph.D. in Agricultural Economics, or
- M.Sc. (Hons.)/M.Sc. in Agricultural Economics (major subject) with at least 5 years relevant experience (preferably in Water Management).
- Experience Preferences:
- Research/administrative exposure in Water Management, Irrigation Economics, or consulting with government/SECP-registered firms or recognized authorities.
- Domicile: Punjab.
- Place of Posting: Directorate of Water Management Training Institute, Lahore (or as notified by the department).
- Age: Generally 25–35 (males) and up to 38 (females)/as per PPSC rules.
- Test Syllabus: One paper (100 marks) — qualification-related MCQs.
4) Planning, Information & Reform Unit — Punjab Higher Education Department (HED)
a) Director Planning & Reforms (BS‑19) — Case No. 417
- No. of Posts: 01 (Open Merit).
- Qualification:
- Master’s/18 years in Economics, Public Policy, Public Administration (or closely related fields) from an HEC-recognized university.
- Experience:
- Senior-level exposure to planning & development, policy formulation, program/project management, M&E, budgeting, public sector governance, and stakeholder management.
- Hands-on ability to lead reforms across the Higher Education sector.
- Domicile: Punjab.
- Age: Typically 35–45 (with standard relaxations).
- Syllabus: To be intimated by PPSC (senior management roles sometimes follow a different scheme).
b) IT Officer (BS‑18) — Case No. 418
- No. of Posts: 01 (Open Merit).
- Qualification: 16 years education in Computer Science/IT/Software Engineering (or equivalent) from an HEC-recognized institution.
- Experience (indicative): Administration of networks/servers, databases, enterprise applications, and information security; hands-on MS Office/analytical proficiency.
- Domicile: Punjab.
- Age: Around 22–35 with relaxations.
- Syllabus: Qualification-related MCQs (100 marks).
c) Policy Analyst (BS‑17) — Case No. 419
- No. of Posts: 01 (Open Merit).
- Qualification: 16 years education in Economics, Development Studies, Public Policy or equivalent from HEC-recognized university.
- Experience: Demonstrated policy research, data analysis, report writing, and stakeholder coordination; familiarity with higher education policy will be an advantage.
- Domicile: Punjab.
- Age: Typically 22–30 (standard relaxations apply).
- Syllabus: Predominantly qualification-related MCQs (100 marks); may include general ability.
d) Office Assistant (BS‑16) — Case No. 420
- No. of Posts: 01 (Open Merit).
- Qualification: Bachelor’s degree (at least 2nd Division).
- Skills: Strong MS Office skills, file management, drafting/office correspondence; prior public-sector experience is a plus.
- Domicile: Punjab.
- Age: Generally 22–28/30 (with applicable relaxations).
- Syllabus: One paper MCQ (100 marks) — largely General Ability + Computer/Office practice.
5) Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department (SHC&ME)
Assistant Professor (Paediatric Neurosurgery) (BS‑18)
- No. of Posts: 01 (Open Merit).
- Qualification/Registration:
- MBBS or equivalent, recognized by PMC.
- FCPS/MD/FRCS/Board Certification or other equivalent qualification in Paediatric Neurosurgery/Neurosurgery, recognized by PMC/PMDC.
- Valid PMC registration.
- Experience: Postgraduate experience as per PMC/PMDC & PPSC criteria; teaching/research experience from recognized institutions will be considered.
- Domicile: Punjab.
- Age: Typically 25–45 (with standard relaxations).
- Place of Posting: Medical Universities/Teaching Hospitals across Punjab as per department requirements.
- Syllabus: Qualification-related (100%) MCQ paper.
Test & Syllabus Snapshot
While the exact distribution is printed for each post in the advertisement, the broad pattern is:
- One Paper MCQ (100 Marks/90 minutes) for most posts.
- General Ability sections typically include:
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Pakistan Studies & Islamic Studies/Ethics
- Geography & Everyday Science
- Basic Mathematics
- English & Urdu
- Computer/IT Basics
- Qualification-related tests (e.g., IT Officer, Agricultural Economist, Assistant Professor) focus primarily—often 100%—on subject/discipline knowledge.
- Skill Test (Typing/Computer Proficiency) for Junior Clerk posts after the written exam (e.g., 25 wpm English typing and practical MS Office usage).
- Final selection is based on aggregated merit: written score + skill test (where applicable) + interview/viva and as per PPSC recruitment policy.
Age Limits & Relaxations (General Guidance)
- The advertisement provides an age window for each post. Typical base ranges in this ad include 18–25 (clerical/assistant level), 22–35 (IT/analyst level), 25–35/38 (specialist/BS‑18), and 35–45 (BS‑19).
- Relaxations: As per Punjab Government policy and PPSC rules. Commonly, males get up to +5 years, females up to +8 years. Transgender age consideration is aligned with the gender recorded in CNIC.
- Candidates serving in government may receive additional relaxation as permitted by rules.
Always confirm the exact limit/relaxation printed against your case number in the original advertisement/PPSC portal.
Eligibility & Domicile
- District-level posts (e.g., Junior Clerk and Assistant in Sheikhupura; Junior Clerk in Sahiwal) require district-specific domicile (Sheikhupura/Sahiwal respectively).
- Provincial-level posts (Agriculture Department, HED, SHC&ME) require Punjab domicile.
- Gender: Male, Female & Transgender candidates are eligible, subject to the criteria for each case.
- Quotas: Where provided, Women, Minorities, Special Persons, and Employee-Children quotas are applicable. Candidates claiming a quota must upload supporting documents.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Visit PPSC’s official website and navigate to Advertisement No. 39/2025.
- Select your Case Number/Post (e.g., 413 – Assistant, DC Sheikhupura; 415 – Junior Clerk, DC Sahiwal; 416 – Agricultural Economist; 417–420 – HED roles; Assistant Professor – SHC&ME).
- Read the post-specific instructions: required qualification, age, domicile, syllabus, and documents.
- Deposit the prescribed test fee (amount and channels as displayed on PPSC’s portal). Keep the receipt details available for entry/upload.
- Complete the Online Application Form:
- Personal information and contact details.
- Academic history (matric onward) with grades/CGPA & institutions.
- Employment history (if required).
- CNIC, domicile, and other mandatory information.
- Upload documents (clear scans): CNIC, recent photograph, academic certificates/transcripts, domicile, experience letters, PMC/PMDC registration (for medical post), typing or IT certificates (where applicable), and fee proof (as instructed).
- Submit the application and download/print the Application Form and E-mail/SMS confirmation.
- Keep checking the PPSC website/SMS for test date, roll number slip, and venue details.
- Appear in the written test (and skill test/interview where applicable) with original CNIC and required documents.
Documents Checklist
- Valid CNIC (as per NADRA).
- Domicile (Sheikhupura/Sahiwal/Punjab, as required by the post).
- Recent passport-size photograph.
- Academic transcripts/certificates (Matric/O-Level to highest qualification).
- Experience letters (if required/claimed).
- Professional registrations (e.g., PMC/PMDC for Assistant Professor).
- Computer/Typing proficiency proof (advantageous for clerical posts; PPSC will test these skills).
- Fee receipt/proof (as directed).
- Any quota-related documents (disability certificate, minority certificate, employee‑children proof, etc.) if claiming a quota.
Why These Roles Matter
- Revenue/Deputy Commissioner Offices are the backbone of district administration—assisting citizens, maintaining records, and ensuring service delivery. As an Assistant or Junior Clerk, you will support public-facing services, manage files and data, and help modernize workflows through improved IT use.
- The Water Management Wing needs professionals who can translate economics into sustainable water use and agricultural productivity. An Agricultural Economist in this wing influences policy and on-ground programs that improve irrigation efficiency and farmer livelihoods.
- The Higher Education Department’s Planning, Information & Reform Unit drives reforms that impact universities and colleges across Punjab. From the Director Planning & Reforms to IT Officer, Policy Analyst, and Office Assistant, these roles support evidence-based decision-making, digital infrastructure, and streamlined governance.
- In the Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department, an Assistant Professor (Paediatric Neurosurgery) directly contributes to patient care, teaching, and research—strengthening tertiary healthcare and medical education in the province.
Preparation Tips
- Understand the Syllabus: For general posts, revise General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies, Islamic Studies/Ethics, Current Affairs, English, Urdu, Basic Math, Everyday Science, and Computer Basics.
- Subject Depth for Technical Posts: If applying for IT Officer, Agricultural Economist, or Assistant Professor, focus on core subject knowledge (databases, networks, programming/OS for IT; micro/macro/Agri economics, resource & water economics for Agri; discipline-specific curricula, recent advances, and clinical guidelines for medical posts).
- Typing & MS Office Practice: For Junior Clerk, practice typing (25 wpm in English) and MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint basics (formatting, formulas, mail merge, file management).
- Mock Tests & Time Management: Attempt MCQ practice sets to improve speed and accuracy; learn to eliminate wrong choices systematically.
- Stay Organized: Keep your documents scanned, labeled, and legible. Errors in data entry or blurry uploads can delay or disqualify applications.
Selection Workflow (Indicative)
- Online Application Screening by PPSC.
- Written Test (MCQ, 100 marks) — discipline-based or general ability as applicable.
- Skill Test (e.g., typing/MS Office for Junior Clerks).
- Interview/Viva for shortlisted candidates.
- Final Merit List compiled as per PPSC policy, considering written/skill/interview performance and quotas where applicable.
- Medical & Character Verification by the department (post-recommendation).
- Offer of Appointment by the concerned department.
Key Reminders
- Apply only against the Case Number that matches your intended post and your domicile.
- One application per post (submit separate applications for multiple posts).
- Eligibility on the closing date is crucial—degrees/experience must be complete by then.
- Transgender applicants will be considered as per gender on CNIC.
- Government employees must follow NOC rules.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the next stages based on merit.
- PPSC may alter the test distribution or schedule; always follow official updates.
Final Word
PPSC Advertisement No. 39/2025 presents a well-rounded set of opportunities—from district administration and clerical support to specialized economics, policy, IT, and medical academia.
If you hold the relevant domicile, qualification, and skills, now is an excellent time to step forward and build a public-sector career that directly contributes to governance, service delivery, and societal well-being in Punjab.
Prepare your documents, review the syllabus, and apply online through PPSC promptly. Good luck!
