WAPDA Jobs 2026 – 141 Posts for Engineers, Geologists & Assistant Directors (BPS-17) | Apply via CTS

The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) has announced 141 regular posts in BPS-17. Civil, electrical, mechanical and electronics engineers, geologists, seismologists, and HR and PR professionals can apply. Applications are processed through Central Testing Services (CTS) and must be submitted within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication.

Job Summary

• Organization: WAPDA
• Total posts: 141
• Pay scale: BPS-17
• Job type: Regular
• Age limit: 21 to 33 years
• Testing agency: Central Testing Services (CTS)
• Apply online: www.ctspak.com
• Test fee: Rs. 200
• Last date: Within 15 days of publication

Positions and Qualifications

1. Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) – 67 posts

• Qualification: B.E / B.Sc Civil Engineering, minimum 2.0 CGPA out of 4, with valid PEC registration
• Quota:
  • Open Merit 4
  • Punjab: Open 24, Women 2, Minority 7
  • Sindh Rural: Open 6, Women 1
  • Sindh Urban: Open 4
  • KPK: Open 12
  • Balochistan: Open 2, Minority 1
  • FATA/GB: Open 3, Minority 1

2. Assistant Executive Engineer (Electrical) – 25 posts

• Qualification: B.E / B.Sc Electrical Engineering, minimum 2.0 CGPA, with valid PEC registration
• Quota:
  • Punjab: Open 14
  • Sindh Rural: Open 2
  • Sindh Urban: Open 2, Minority 1
  • KPK: Minority 1
  • Balochistan: Open 3
  • FATA/GB: Women 1, Minority 1

3. Assistant Executive Engineer (Mechanical) – 16 posts

• Qualification: B.E / B.Sc Mechanical Engineering, minimum 2.0 CGPA, with valid PEC registration
• Quota:
  • Punjab: Open 9
  • Sindh Rural: Open 1, Minority 1
  • Sindh Urban: Open 1, Women 1
  • Balochistan: Open 1, Women 1
  • KPK: Minority 1

4. Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) – 6 posts

• Qualification: B.E / B.Sc Electronics Engineering, minimum 2.0 CGPA, with valid PEC registration
• Quota: Punjab Open 5, Sindh Urban Open 1

5. Junior Seismologist / Geophysicist – 4 posts

• Qualification: M.Sc Geophysics or Seismology (2nd Division / 2.0 CGPA), or a 4-year BS (Hons) in Seismology or Geophysics with minimum 2.0 CGPA
• Quota: Punjab Open 3, Sindh Urban Open 1

6. Junior Geologist – 9 posts

• Qualification: M.Sc Geology (2nd Division / 2.0 CGPA), or a 4-year BS (Hons) in Geology with minimum 2.0 CGPA
• Quota:
  • Punjab: Open 5, Women 1, Minority 1
  • Sindh Rural: Open 1
  • KPK: Open 1

7. Research Officer (Hydraulics) – 1 post

• Qualification: B.E / B.Sc Civil Engineering, minimum 2.0 CGPA, with valid PEC registration
• Quota: Sindh Rural Open 1

8. Assistant Director (HR&A) – 9 posts

• Qualification: MBA, MPA, Master’s in HRM, MS (Project Management), BBA (Hons), or BS (Hons) in Management, Management & Technology or Project Management, in 2nd Division / 2.0 CGPA
• Quota: Punjab Open 6, Sindh Urban Open 2, KPK Open 1

9. Assistant Director (Public Relations) – 4 posts

• Qualification: MA Journalism (at least 2nd Division) with 3 years as a journalist, or a 4-year BS (Hons) in Public Relations with 3 years as a journalist
• Quota: Punjab Open 3, Balochistan Open 1

Age Relaxation

• The general age relaxation is already included in the 21 to 33 limit.
• 3 extra years for minorities, recognized tribes of tribal areas, and candidates from Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir.
• 10 years for government or WAPDA employees with 2 years of continuous regular service.
• Age is calculated as on the last date for receiving applications.

How to Apply

1. Fill in the online application form at www.ctspak.com and state the post you are applying for.
2. Pay the Rs. 200 test fee to CTS at any branch of Bank Alfalah, UBL, MCB or BankIslami using the challan from the CTS website, or deposit it directly into the CTS bank account through a banking app.
3. Send these by courier or Pakistan Post:
   • A printed copy of the online form
   • Attested copies of all educational documents
   • Domicile and CNIC
   • Experience certificates (if any)
   • Two recent passport-size photographs
   • The original fee challan or payment receipt
4. Address it to: Central Testing Services Office, 414, F2, Jeff Heights, Main Boulevard, Gulberg-III, Lahore.
5. Applications must arrive within 15 days of publication. Applications delivered by hand or received late will not be accepted.

Selection Process

• Shortlisting is based on academics and a written test, following the WAPDA Recruitment SOP on www.wapda.gov.pk. Higher qualifications earn extra marks.
• The written test is conducted by CTS, and the interview by WAPDA.
• CTS will send an SMS when roll number slips are available on www.ctspak.com.

Important Instructions

• Initial appointment is on probation for 1 year.
• Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in Pakistan.
• WAPDA employees must apply through the WAPDA HR Division, and government employees through proper channel, with an NOC.
• Degrees must be verified by HEC or the concerned board or institute.
• Bring original documents to the interview.
• Candidates dismissed or debarred from service on disciplinary grounds cannot apply.
• No TA/DA will be paid for the test or interview.
• Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected, and false information discovered at any stage will lead to termination.

Contact

Director (Recruitment) WAPDA
B-26, WAPDA House, Lahore
Phone: 042-99200483
Email: dgrectt@wapda.gov.pk

CTS queries: WhatsApp 0300-0532200 | query@ctspak.com

Preparation Tips

• CTS tests usually cover English, General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Pakistan Studies, Islamiat and the relevant subject.
• Engineers should revise core subjects from their degree, such as structures and hydraulics for civil, power systems for electrical, and thermodynamics for mechanical.
• With 67 seats, Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) has the most openings. Focus on water resources, dams and hydraulics, as these match WAPDA’s work.

Important Note

Always confirm all details from the official advertisement or www.wapda.gov.pk. JobsBazaar.pk is not the employer and never charges candidates for any job.

Post 2

Title: MES Jobs 2026 Balochistan Quota – 54 Posts in Military Engineering Services | No Written Test

The Military Engineering Services (MES), Engineer-in-Chief Branch, GHQ Rawalpindi (Ministry of Defence), has announced 54 posts for candidates with a Balochistan domicile. Posts range from BPS-1 to BPS-11 and include sub engineers, clerks, draughtsmen, technicians and support staff. There is no written test: selection is through a walk-in interview. The last date is 14 November 2026.

Job Summary

• Organization: Military Engineering Services (MES), E-in-C Branch, GHQ Rawalpindi
• Ministry: Ministry of Defence
• Quota: Balochistan
• Total posts: 54
• Pay scales: BPS-1 to BPS-11
• Age limit: 18 to 30 years
• Selection: Walk-in interview, with no entry or written test
• Apply online: www.njp.gov.pk
• Last date: 14 November 2026

Non-Gazetted Staff

Sub Engineer Buildings & Roads Grade-II (BPS-11) – 4 posts

• Qualification: DAE (Civil) from a recognized technical institute or college of technology, plus office automation skills

Sub Engineer Electrical & Mechanical Grade-II (BPS-11) – 1 post

• Qualification: DAE (Electrical / Mechanical), plus office automation skills

Lower Division Clerk (BPS-11) – 7 posts

• Qualification: Matric, with a typing speed of at least 30 wpm

Storeman (BPS-7) – 1 post

• Qualification: Matric, plus office automation skills

Junior Draughtsman / Junior CAD Designer / Draughtsman Class ‘B’ (BPS-7) – 4 posts

• Qualification: Post-matric 2-year Draughtsmanship certificate plus a 6-month AutoCAD course
• Preferred: A 6-month course in REVIT, Civil 3D, 3D Max, SketchUp, Lumion or Photoshop

Daftry (BPS-2) – 2 posts

• Qualification: Primary

RTE Staff

Fitter Mechanic (BPS-6) – 1 post

• Qualification: Matric plus an Auto Mechanic certificate
• Experience: 1 year

Switch Board Attendant (BPS-6) – 1 post

• Qualification: Matric plus an Electrician certificate
• Experience: 1 year

Sui Gas Fitter (BPS-6) – 1 post

• Qualification: Matric plus a Sui Gas Mechanic course
• Experience: 1 year

Welder (BPS-6) – 1 post

• Qualification: Matric plus a Welding certificate
• Experience: 1 year

Other Posts

Complaint Receiver (BPS-5) – 1 post

• Qualification: Matric
• Preferred: Experience as a telephone operator

Carpenter (BPS-4) – 2 posts

• Qualification: Matric plus a trade certificate
• Experience: 1 year

Motor Pump Attendant (BPS-4) – 4 posts

• Qualification: Matric plus a Pump Mechanic / Operator course

Painter (BPS-4) – 2 posts

• Qualification: Matric plus a trade certificate
• Experience: 1 year

Pipe Fitter / Plumber (BPS-4) – 4 posts

• Qualification: Matric plus a trade certificate
• Experience: 1 year as a pipe fitter or plumber

Polisher (BPS-4) – 1 post

• Qualification: Matric plus a trade certificate
• Experience: 1 year

Labourer (BPS-1) – 14 posts

• Qualification: Primary

Sanitary Worker / Sweeper (BPS-1) – 3 posts

• Qualification: Primary

Trade certificates must be from a recognized technical training institute. Experience should be from a government or semi-government organization or a reputed firm.

Age Relaxation

• 5 years’ general age relaxation, plus an extra 5 years (instead of the usual 3) under the Establishment Division’s one-time dispensation for Balochistan candidates, notified on 22 October 2026 for FY 2026-27.
• Age and education are counted as on the closing date.

How to Apply

1. Apply online through the National Jobs Portal at www.njp.gov.pk.
2. Fill in every field carefully, especially your name, post, domicile, qualification, gender and date of birth.
3. Enter a correct mobile number, as candidates will be contacted by SMS or call.
4. Submit before 14 November 2026.

Do not send hard copies of certificates at this stage.

Selection Process

• No entry test or written test. All BPS-1 to BPS-16 recruitment is by walk-in interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be called for interview at CMES (Army) Quetta, near DIG Police Office, Zarghoon Road, Quetta Cantt.

Important Instructions

• Government and semi-government employees must apply through proper channel.
• The number of vacancies may increase or decrease before final selection.
• Incomplete or late applications, and applications sent by post, courier or hand, will not be accepted.
• Information in the NJP form is treated as final.
• No TA/DA will be paid.

Interview Tips

• Bring original educational and trade certificates, CNIC, domicile and experience letters.
• For technical posts, expect practical questions about your trade, such as tools, safety and common repairs.
• For clerk posts, be ready for a typing test of at least 30 wpm.
• For draughtsman posts, be prepared to show basic AutoCAD skills.