Punjab Forest Department Jobs 2026 for Animator, Data Analyst, Assistant Director and GIS Assistant Posts
Punjab Forest Department is seeking qualified candidates for seven positions under its GIS-Based Protection Regime and Establishment of Digital Communication Cell project. The available posts include Animator, Data Analyst, Assistant Director Geospatial Modelling, Assistant Director Drone & GPS Survey and GIS Assistant. Applicants require relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s qualifications, with professional experience prescribed for the specialist positions. Only candidates from Punjab are eligible to apply. These appointments are contractual for the project period, with postings in Lahore or elsewhere in Punjab. Initial monthly salaries range from Rs. 70,000 to Rs. 350,000. Candidates must complete the online application and submit the mandatory hard-copy documents by 15 November 2026.
Info
Details
Name of Organization
Punjab Forest Department
Project Name
GIS-Based Protection Regime and Establishment of Digital Communication Cell in Forestry, Wildlife & Fisheries Department
Post Names
Animator, Data Analyst, Assistant Director Geospatial Modelling, Assistant Director Drone & GPS Survey and GIS Assistant
Education
Relevant Bachelor’s or Master’s qualifications in Fine Arts, Film & TV, Computer Science, Data Science, IT, Space Science, Remote Sensing, GIS or related disciplines
Total Vacancies
7
Employment Type
Contractual for the project period
Apply Mode
Online application followed by mandatory hard-copy submission
Job Location
Lahore and anywhere in Punjab, depending on the post
Eligibility Area
Punjab only
Salary Range
Rs. 70,000–350,000 per month
Last Date To Apply
15 November 2026
Punjab Forest Department Vacancy
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Animator — PPS-08
1
Master’s/Bachelor’s degree comprising 16 years of education in Fine Arts, Film & TV, Computer Science or another relevant discipline from an HEC-recognized university
Data Analyst — PPS-07
1
Master’s/Bachelor’s degree comprising 16 years of education in Data Science, Computer Science, MBA IT or another relevant discipline from an HEC-recognized university
Assistant Director Geospatial Modelling — PPS-07
3
Second Division qualification comprising 16 years of education in Space Science, Remote Sensing & GIS, Geo-Informatics, GIS or equivalent from an HEC-recognized university
Assistant Director Drone & GPS Survey — PPS-07
1
Second Division qualification comprising 16 years of education in Space Science, Remote Sensing & GIS or equivalent from a recognized university
GIS Assistant — PPS-05
1
Second Division Bachelor’s degree in Space Sciences, GIS, RS & GIS, Geo-Informatics, Geography, Geomatics or equivalent from an HEC-recognized university
Annual increments will apply according to the approved PC-1 and government-approved policies.
Age Limit
Post Name
Prescribed Age
Animator
28–35 years
Data Analyst
23–30 years
Assistant Director Geospatial Modelling
23–30 years
Assistant Director Drone & GPS Survey
23–30 years
GIS Assistant
22–28 years
General upper-age relaxation: 5 years for male candidates and 8 years for female candidates, under the applicable Punjab government provisions.
Selection Process
Candidates will be shortlisted according to eligibility and experience.
Only shortlisted candidates will receive test/interview details through their provided email address or contact number.
Original documents must be presented at the interview.
No TA/DA will be provided.
The Selection Committee’s decision will be final.
The number of posts may be increased or decreased, and recruitment may be cancelled by the competent authority.
How to Apply
Complete the online application through the Punjab Government Jobs Portal.
Print the submitted application form.
Attach duly attested photocopies of your CNIC, domicile, academic qualifications and experience certificates.
Clearly mention the post name on both the application and envelope.
Submit the hard-copy application and documents to the Director Geo-Spatial Planning & Monitoring, Forest GIS Lab, Punjab Forest Department, Lahore, by 15 November 2026 during office hours.
Submit a separate application for each post if applying for multiple positions.
Bring original documents, copies of supporting certificates, domicile, CNIC, two recent passport-size photographs and a detailed CV to the interview.
Ensure both application stages are completed, as hard-copy submission is mandatory. Incomplete and late applications will be rejected.
