Ministry of Science and Technology Jobs 2026 for Chairman PCSIR Post
The Ministry of Science and Technology has announced a vacancy for Chairman of the Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR), Islamabad. The position is offered on a three-year contract with an MP-I scale salary package. Applicants must hold a PhD or master’s degree in Natural or Applied Sciences, with seven or nine years of relevant post-qualification experience respectively. Candidates should possess strong leadership, communication and management skills, while senior-level administration or financial management experience will be preferred. Pakistani nationals aged up to 62 years on the closing date can apply on merit. Applications must reach the ministry within 15 days of publication of the advertisement.
Info
Details
Name of Organization
Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of Pakistan
Post Name
Chairman, Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR)
Education
PhD or master’s degree in Natural or Applied Sciences
Total Vacancies
One Chairman position advertised
Salary
MP-I scale salary package
Contract Duration
3 years
Nationality
Pakistani
Domicile / Quota
Merit
Apply Mode
Prescribed application form with supporting documents submitted to the ministry
Job Location
Islamabad, Pakistan
Ministry Address
Constitution Avenue, G-5/2, Islamabad
Last Date To Apply
27th October 2026
Ministry of Science and Technology Vacancy
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Chairman, Pakistan Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (PCSIR), Islamabad
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PhD in Natural/Applied Sciences with 7 years of post-qualification experience, or master’s degree in Natural/Applied Sciences with 9 years of post-qualification experience in research, development and scientific work. Senior-level administration/financial management experience will be preferred.
Salary
Salary and allowances will follow the MP-I scale package determined by the Finance Division from time to time.
Age Limit
Maximum age: 62 years on the closing date of the advertisement.
Selection Process
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview by the Selection Board.
No TA/DA will be admissible for attending the interview.
The ministry reserves the right to cancel or postpone the hiring process at any stage.
How to Apply
Obtain the prescribed application proforma and job description from the Ministry of Science and Technology.
Complete the application and attach your CV/biodata, two recent passport-size photographs, copies of your CNIC and credentials.
Address the application to the Section Officer (Org-I), Ministry of Science and Technology, Constitution Avenue, G-5/2, Islamabad.
Ensure the complete application reaches the ministry within 15 days of publication of the advertisement.
Serving government officers must apply through the proper channel.
