About the role
The Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR), under the Ministry of Science and Technology, invites applications from Pakistani nationals with Balochistan domicile. The positions are offered on a temporary basis and are likely to become permanent. Advertisement reference: 3/2026.
PCSIR is an equal opportunity employer. Female candidates and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Posts and vacancies
| Post | Vacancies | Scale | Qualification and requirements |
|---|
| Instructor | 1 | BS-16 | B.S./B.Sc. in Sciences or Engineering, B.Tech., M.Tech., or an equivalent degree representing 16 years of education, from an institution or university recognized by HEC. |
| Research Assistant | 1 | BS-14 | B.Sc. in Natural Sciences or an equivalent qualification representing 14 years of education, or a Diploma of Associate Engineering (DAE) in Mechanical, Electrical or Electronic Engineering from a recognized institution. For DAE applicants, the institution must be recognized by TEVTA. |
| Driver | 2 | BS-04 | Primary pass with a valid driving licence and sound knowledge of traffic rules. |
| Naib Qasid | 1 | BS-01 | Matric. |
| Gardner | 3 | BS-01 | Primary pass; relevant experience or a certificate will be preferred. |
| Cook | 1 | BS-01 | Primary pass; relevant experience or a certificate will be preferred. |
All positions fall under the Balochistan merit quota.
Eligibility
Candidates must possess a valid Balochistan local or domicile certificate. The maximum age is 35 years for all posts under a one-time special dispensation. Further age relaxation, where applicable, will follow government rules.
Candidates with higher qualifications and an excellent academic record will be preferred. Applicants already serving in government must apply through the proper channel. Persons with disabilities may apply against the quota reserved under government rules.
Transgender applicants may apply according to their self-perceived gender identity under the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2018, and the gender recorded on their CNIC.
How to apply
Eligible candidates should apply online through the National Job Portal at www.njp.gov.pk using the dedicated recruitment advertisement, or through their respective Employment Cell in Balochistan, within 15 days of publication.
Walk-in interviews will take place at PCSIR Laboratories, near Mian Ghundi, Mastung Road, Quetta. Candidates must bring their original documents and one set of attested copies of degrees and certificates issued by HEC-recognized boards, universities or institutes, together with their CNIC and domicile or local certificate.
The Departmental Selection Committee will assess candidates on their education and qualifications, subject knowledge, general knowledge and overall suitability during the interviews. False or bogus information will result in cancellation of candidature, and legal action may be taken at any stage of recruitment or after employment.
Selection is subject to completion of formalities and applicable rules and regulations. PCSIR may increase or decrease the number of vacancies, or cancel, postpone or stop recruitment at any stage without assigning a reason. No travel or daily allowance will be paid for attending the interviews.
For contact: Director (Establishment), PCSIR Head Office, 1-Constitution Avenue, Sector G-5/2, Islamabad. Telephone: 051-9225395-99 or 051-9217639.
Important dates
- Application deadline: 21 November 2026, calculated from the stated application period of 15 days.
- Walk-in interviews: 21 and 22 November 2026.
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