Assistant and Stenotypist Vacancies at Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony

About the role

The Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony (RA&IH), Government of Pakistan, invites applications for Assistant and Stenotypist positions under the Balochistan merit quota. Both positions are based at the main Ministry in Islamabad.

Posts and vacancies

The Ministry reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts according to its requirements without assigning a reason.

Eligibility

Assistant

Candidates must be graduates. A six-week Basic IT Training Course, including MS Office, from the National Information Technology Board (NITB) is mandatory after selection and before completion of the probationary period. The age range is 18 to 38 years, including five years of general age relaxation under government policy and five years of special age relaxation.

Stenotypist

Candidates must have an Intermediate qualification, a minimum shorthand speed of 80 words per minute and a minimum typing speed of 40 words per minute. Computer literacy is required. The age range is 18 to 35 years, including five years of general age relaxation under government policy and five years of special age relaxation.

How to apply

Candidates may apply online through the National Job Portal at njp.gov.pk. Online applicants do not need to send an application by courier or mail.

Alternatively, use the application format available at www.mora.gov.pk and send it with a copy of your CNIC and one photograph to:

Section Officer (Admn)
Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony
1st Floor, TUV-Kohsar Block, New Secretariat
Islamabad

Do not attach any other documents to the application form. Submit a separate application form for each post if applying for more than one position. Applicants already in government service must apply through the proper channel; otherwise, their applications will not be considered.

Incomplete applications, advance copies and applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for a test or interview. At the interview, candidates must bring original documents and a set of attested copies of degrees or certificates from HEC or a recognized board or institute, along with any other required documents. False or forged information or documents may lead to cancellation of candidature, even after employment. No travel or daily allowance will be paid for attending the test or interview.

For enquiries, contact the Section Officer (Admn) at 051-9208035.

Important dates

Applications must reach the Ministry, or be submitted online, within 15 days of the advertisement date. The application deadline is 14 November 2026.