The Planning and Development Board, Government of Punjab, has announced 35 vacancies under the project “Enhancing Institutional Effectiveness of Planning & Development Board.” Available positions include Accounts & Finance Associate, Data Processing Supervisor, Data Processing Assistant, Receptionist and Drivers. These appointments will be made on a contract basis and purely on merit. Applicants must hold Punjab domicile and meet the education, experience and age requirements for their chosen position. Qualifications range from second-division Matriculation to graduation and relevant BS or master’s degrees. The application deadline is October 19, 2026, with online applications for positions at serial numbers 1–4 and hard-copy applications for Drivers.
| Info | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Organization | Planning and Development Board, Government of Punjab |
| Post Names | Accounts & Finance Associate, Data Processing Supervisor, Data Processing Assistant, Receptionist and Drivers |
| Education | Matriculation, graduation, relevant BS (Hons.) or master’s degree, depending on the post |
| Total Vacancies | 35 |
| Salary | Salary amounts not specified; posts advertised in PPS-03 to PPS-07 |
| Age Limit | Accounts & Finance Associate: 35–45 years; Data Processing posts: maximum 40 years; Receptionist: maximum 45 years; Drivers: 25–35 years |
| Application Fee | Not specified |
| Selection Process | Shortlisting followed by test/interview |
| Employment Type | Project-based contract |
| Domicile | Punjab |
| Apply Mode | Online for Accounts, Data Processing and Receptionist posts; hard-copy application for Drivers |
| Job Location | Lahore, Punjab |
| Headquarters Location | Planning and Development Board, Lahore |
| Last Date To Apply | October 19, 2026 |
Punjab Planning and Development Board Vacancy
| Post Name | Vacancy | Education |
|---|---|---|
| Accounts & Finance Associate (PPS-07) | 1 | Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration (Banking & Finance) from a recognized university |
| Data Processing Supervisor (PPS-06) | 1 | Second-division BS (Hons.) or master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Statistics, Computer Systems Engineering or equivalent from a recognized university |
| Data Processing Assistant (PPS-05) | 1 | Second-division BS (Hons.) or master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Systems Engineering or equivalent from a recognized university |
| Receptionist (PPS-05) | 2 | Graduation from an HEC-recognized university |
| Drivers (PPS-03) | 30 | Secondary School Certificate, second division, from a recognized board, with the required driving licence |
Eligibility Criteria and Experience
| Post Name | Required Experience and Skills |
|---|---|
| Accounts & Finance Associate | At least five years of budgeting, planning and reporting experience, preferably on foreign-funded projects, with experience in international auditing requirements. Government administrative and accounting procedures, MS Word, MS Excel, accounting software, organizational skills and spoken and written English are required |
| Data Processing Supervisor | Minimum five years of relevant public/private-sector experience, including a supervisory role; strong knowledge of data processing systems and software; leadership, communication and interpersonal skills |
| Data Processing Assistant | Minimum two years of relevant public/private-sector experience in a similar capacity |
| Receptionist | Minimum three years of proven experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative or in a similar public/private-sector role. Computer and MS Office experience required; spreadsheet and database knowledge preferred |
| Drivers | Valid LTV driving licence with five years of experience, or valid HTV driving licence with two years of experience |
Candidates must possess Punjab domicile. Government employees must apply through the proper channel.
Age Limit
| Post Name | Advertised Age Requirement |
|---|---|
| Accounts & Finance Associate | 35–45 years |
| Data Processing Supervisor | Maximum 40 years |
| Data Processing Assistant | Maximum 40 years |
| Receptionist | Maximum 45 years |
| Drivers | 25–35 years |
Age will be calculated on the last date for submission of applications. The maximum ages for positions at serial numbers 1–4 already include age relaxation, and no separate relaxation will be granted. General upper-age relaxation for Drivers is admissible under Punjab Government rules and policy.
Selection Process
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for a test or interview. Candidates must bring their original documents to the interview. No TA/DA will be admissible.
Incomplete applications or applications without relevant documents will not be considered. Fake documents or concealment of facts will result in disqualification. The Board may increase or decrease the number of posts or decide not to fill any position.
These project appointments do not confer a right to regular employment, and the service will not count towards seniority or pension.
How to Apply
- For Accounts & Finance Associate, Data Processing Supervisor, Data Processing Assistant and Receptionist, apply online through www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk.
- Upload soft copies of academic qualifications and experience certificates with the online application.
- For Drivers, submit a hard-copy application with the requisite supporting documents to the Section Officer (General), Government of Punjab, Planning and Development Board, Lahore, Pakistan.
- Review the detailed eligibility criteria and job descriptions on the Punjab Job Portal.
- Government employees must submit their applications through the proper channel.
- Complete the relevant application process by October 19, 2026. For further information, contact 042-99059212.
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