WAPDA Jobs 2026 for 141 Assistant Executive Engineer, Assistant Director and Other Posts
The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) is hiring for 141 regular BPS-17 posts across engineering, geosciences, research, human resources and public relations. The largest intake is for Assistant Executive Engineers, with 114 vacancies across Civil, Electrical, Mechanical and Electronics Engineering. The remaining posts include Junior Seismologist / Geophysicist, Junior Geologist, Research Officer (Hydraulics) and Assistant Director roles. Applicants need a relevant degree, and engineering posts require valid Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) registration. Central Testing Services (CTS) will conduct the written test, and WAPDA will conduct interviews. The last date to apply is 23rd November 2026.
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Details
Name of Organization
Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA)
Post Names
Assistant Executive Engineer, Junior Seismologist / Geophysicist, Junior Geologist, Research Officer (Hydraulics), Assistant Director (HR&A) and Assistant Director (Public Relations)
Education
Relevant B.E., B.Sc., four-year honours degree, master’s degree or equivalent specified qualification, depending on the post
Total Vacancies
141
Pay Scale
BPS-17
Employment Type
Regular, with an initial one-year probation period
Apply Mode
Online through CTS, followed by submission of the printed form and supporting documents by post or courier
Job Location
Anywhere in Pakistan, according to WAPDA’s requirements
Last Date To Apply
23rd November 2026
WAPDA Vacancy
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil)
67
B.E. or B.Sc. in Civil Engineering with at least 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0 and valid PEC registration as a Civil Engineer.
Assistant Executive Engineer (Electrical)
25
B.E. or B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering with at least 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0 and valid PEC registration as an Electrical Engineer.
Assistant Executive Engineer (Mechanical)
16
B.E. or B.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering with at least 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0 and valid PEC registration as a Mechanical Engineer.
Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics)
6
B.E. or B.Sc. in Electronics Engineering with at least 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0 and valid PEC registration as an Electronics Engineer.
Junior Seismologist / Geophysicist
4
M.Sc. in Geophysics or Seismology with second division or 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0, or a four-year honours degree in either discipline with at least 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0.
Junior Geologist
9
M.Sc. in Geology with second division or 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0, or a four-year honours degree in Geology with at least 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0.
Research Officer (Hydraulics)
1
B.E. or B.Sc. in Civil Engineering with at least 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0 and valid PEC registration.
Assistant Director (HR&A)
9
MBA, MPA, master’s in HRM, MS in Project Management, BBA (Hons.), or BS (Hons.) in Management, Management & Technology or Project Management, with second division or 2.0 CGPA out of 4.0.
Assistant Director (Public Relations)
4
M.A. in Journalism with at least second division or a four-year honours degree in Public Relations. Both routes require three years of experience as a journalist.
Total
141
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the education and professional registration requirements for the post and qualify under its applicable merit or quota category.
Degrees must be from HEC-recognized universities. Educational certificates and degrees must be verified by the relevant university, board or institution.
Serving WAPDA employees must apply through the WAPDA HR Division and submit the required NOC or permission. Other government employees must apply through the proper channel and submit the required NOC or permission.
Candidates removed from service on disciplinary grounds, dismissed or debarred from future employment are ineligible.
Age Limit
The age limit is 21–33 years for all posts, calculated as of the application closing date. The listed upper limit includes general age relaxation.
An additional three years of age relaxation applies to eligible minority candidates and candidates from recognized tribes of tribal areas, Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir.
Government and WAPDA employees who have completed two years of continuous regular service by the closing date are eligible for 10 years of age relaxation.
Application Fee
The CTS test fee is Rs. 200.
Pay using the prescribed challan at Bank Alfalah, UBL, MCB or BankIslami. Payment directly to the CTSPAK account through a banking app is also accepted. Include the original challan or a copy of the digital payment receipt with the posted application.
Selection Process
CTS will conduct the written test. WAPDA will shortlist candidates based on academic qualifications and written test performance under its recruitment procedure. Higher qualifications may earn additional marks.
WAPDA will interview shortlisted candidates. Bring original documents for verification.
No travel or daily allowance is payable for attending the test or interview.
How to Apply
Complete the prescribed application form on the CTS portal and specify the WAPDA post you are applying for.
Pay the Rs. 200 test fee and retain the challan or payment receipt.
Print the submitted form and attach attested copies of your educational documents, domicile certificate, CNIC and any relevant experience certificates or supporting documents. Include two recent passport-size photographs and proof of fee payment.
Send the complete application by post or courier to Central Testing Services, Office 414, F2, Jeff Heights, Main Boulevard, Gulberg III, Lahore, so it arrives by 23rd November 2026.
Check the CTS portal for roll number slips, the written test schedule and results. CTS will notify candidates by SMS when roll number slips are available.
