About the role
The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) invites competent, dedicated, dynamic and self-motivated retired Armed Forces personnel to apply for vigilance positions on a regular basis under WAPDA rules and policy. Applicants must have completed their rank or colour service.
The initial appointment will be on probation for one year, with regularization subject to satisfactory performance. Services may be terminated without notice during probation for unsatisfactory work or conduct.
Posts and vacancies
| Post | Pay scale | Vacancies | Maximum age |
|---|
| Assistant Vigilance Officer (Field) | BPS-14 | 1 | 52 years |
| Inspector Vigilance (Field) | BPS-11 | 8 | 52 years |
| Inspector Vigilance Staff / Assistant | BPS-11 | 1 | 52 years |
Eligibility
- Assistant Vigilance Officer (Field): Retired Naib Subedar or equivalent from the Armed Forces, with a Secondary School Certificate examination qualification at C grade or second division, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board. Applicants must have completed an intelligence course and have five years of field intelligence experience.
- Inspector Vigilance (Field): Retired Havildar or equivalent from the Armed Forces, with a Secondary School Certificate examination qualification at C grade or second division, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board. Applicants must have completed an intelligence course and have three years of field experience in intelligence duties.
- Inspector Vigilance Staff / Assistant: Retired Havildar or equivalent from the Armed Forces, with a Secondary School Certificate examination qualification at C grade or second division, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized board. Applicants must be computer literate. Preference will be given to candidates qualified in a supervisory clerk course.
The maximum age for all posts is 52 years. No further age relaxation is allowed, and age will be calculated on the closing date for receipt of applications.
Ex-servicemen applying for vigilance staff appointments must have been in medical category A and have an Exemplary or equivalent character assessment at discharge from the Armed Forces. Personnel retired or removed from service on disciplinary grounds, or dismissed or debarred from future employment, are not eligible.
How to apply
Download the application form from WAPDA's website at www.wapda.gov.pk.
Pay an application fee of Rs. 400 in favour of Director (Exams), WAPDA, into account number 001000019473924, Allied Bank Limited, WAPDA House, Lahore Branch. Candidates who do not pay the fee by the due date will not be considered for the examination.
Send the completed application form directly to Director (Vigilance), WAPDA, 217-WAPDA House, Lahore, by post or courier. Attach:
- Photocopies of your discharge certificate, course report and CNIC.
- Attested copies of all educational and experience certificates.
- Two recent passport-size photographs.
Applications submitted by hand will not be accepted. Incomplete applications, applications containing incorrect information, and applications received after the deadline will be rejected. False information or documents discovered during recruitment or subsequently in service will result in termination.
Only eligible and shortlisted candidates will be called for a test or interview. The written or screening test will be conducted by the WAPDA Exam Cell. Roll number slips containing the test centre, timing and date will be dispatched to candidates. Original documents must be presented at the interview. No travel or daily allowance will be admissible.
For information or queries, contact +92-42-99202211, extension 2217. WAPDA reserves the right to withhold or cancel recruitment at any stage without assigning a reason.
Important dates
Applications must reach the office within 15 days of publication, making the closing date 19 November 2026.
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