General Headquarters (GHQ) has opened its latest civilian recruitment drive for 2026, inviting applications for 137 positions in multiple technical, clerical, skilled, and support categories. Candidates with qualifications ranging from Primary to Graduation can apply online before 10 August 2026 through the official recruitment portal.
The General Headquarters manages several administrative and operational establishments supporting the Pakistan Army. Civilian recruitment is conducted periodically to fill office, technical, printing, transport, and support staff positions under the federal government. This recruitment includes vacancies distributed under merit and provincial quota systems, while selected lower-scale posts are reserved for applicants holding local Rawalpindi/Islamabad domicile.
Recruitment Snapshot
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Hiring Organization | General Headquarters (GHQ) |
| Employment Type | Government Civilian Jobs |
| Pay Scale | BPS-01 to BPS-15 |
| Total Vacancies | 137 |
| Educational Qualification | Primary to Graduation (depending on post) |
| Age Bracket | 18–30 years (varies by position, some posts up to 35 years) |
| Duty Stations | Rawalpindi, Islamabad and other notified locations |
| Application Deadline | 10 August 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Portal Link | https://www.amdte-rect.gov.pk |
| Official Helpline Number | Not mentioned in the official recruitment notice |
Positions Included in the Recruitment Drive
Applications are invited for the following posts:
| Position | BPS | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant | 15 | 10 |
| Stenotypist | 14 | 19 |
| UDC | 13 | 20 |
| Photographer | 13 | 2 |
| Copy Paster | 13 | 1 |
| LDC | 11 | 25 |
| Draughtsman | 11 | 3 |
| Translator | 10 | 1 |
| Offset Machineman | 8 | 2 |
| Security Guard | 5 | 5 |
| Civilian Driver | 4 | 2 |
| Upholsterer | 4 | 1 |
| Senior Binder | 3 | 1 |
| Junior Machineman | 3 | 1 |
| Attendant | 2 | 1 |
| Fireman | 2 | 2 |
| Junior Binder | 2 | 1 |
| Naib Qasid | 1 | 30 |
| Mess Waiter | 1 | 4 |
| Cook | 1 | 4 |
| Chowkidar | 1 | 2 |
| Inker | 1 | 1 |
| Sanitary Worker | 1 | 1 |
Academic Background and Skill Expectations
Educational requirements differ according to the nature of each appointment.
Graduate candidates are eligible for posts such as Assistant and Translator, while Intermediate qualification is required for Stenotypist and UDC. Matric-qualified applicants can compete for vacancies including LDC, Photographer, Draughtsman, Offset Machineman, and Security Guard.
Several technical posts require diplomas or relevant trade experience. Candidates applying for printing press, drafting, upholstery, photography, firefighting, or translation-related positions must possess the practical experience specified in the advertisement.
Primary, Middle, and Literate candidates can apply for support staff positions including Naib Qasid, Cook, Chowkidar, Mess Waiter, Civilian Driver, Junior Binder, Inker, and Sanitary Worker, subject to individual post requirements.
Typing, Computer and Technical Standards
Certain office-based appointments include mandatory typing or shorthand benchmarks.
- Assistant: Graduate with computer literacy and minimum typing speed of 20 WPM.
- Stenotypist: Intermediate with 80 WPM shorthand and 40 WPM typing.
- UDC: Intermediate with 25 WPM typing and computer literacy.
- LDC: Matric with minimum 30 WPM typing.
Successful candidates appointed against Assistant, UDC and LDC posts will also be required to complete the prescribed Basic IT Training conducted by NITB before completion of probation.
Quota Distribution
Higher-scale vacancies are allocated under the applicable federal quota system, including:
- Merit
- Punjab
- Sindh (Urban)
- Sindh (Rural)
- Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
- Balochistan
- Ex-FATA
- Gilgit-Baltistan
- Azad Jammu & Kashmir
Applicants should verify that their domicile matches the quota announced for the desired position before submitting an application.
Several lower-scale positions, including Security Guard, Fireman, Naib Qasid, Cook, Mess Waiter, Chowkidar and Sanitary Worker, are specifically reserved for local Rawalpindi/Islamabad domicile holders.
Important Points Before Submitting an Application
Applicants should carefully match their educational qualification, age, experience, typing speed, technical certification, and domicile with the advertised requirements.
Government employees should apply through the proper departmental channel where applicable. Original educational documents, domicile, CNIC, experience certificates and other supporting records should be available at the time of test or interview.
Depending on the post, the recruitment process may include written screening, typing assessment, shorthand examination, trade test, skill evaluation or interview.
Step-by-Step Recruitment Guide
- Visit the official GHQ recruitment portal at https://www.amdte-rect.gov.pk.
- Open the Civilian Jobs online application section.
- Select the position matching your qualification and experience.
- Complete the online application form with accurate personal, educational and domicile information.
- Enter all required technical qualifications, typing speed or work experience where applicable.
- Upload the required documents if the online system requests them.
- Review every field carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application before 10 August 2026 and save or print the submitted application record for future reference.
