The Pakistan Defence Officers Housing Authority (DHA Karachi) has published its latest career advertisement, opening applications for various administrative and secretarial positions. Vacancies are available for both retired armed forces personnel and civilians (male/female) across multiple cadres.
Whether you are an ex-serviceman looking for a structured second career or a qualified civilian administrative professional, DHA Karachi offers a professional working environment. Below is the complete information regarding open positions, age limits, required qualifications, and application submission procedures.
DHA Karachi Recruitment 2026 — Civilian & Ex-Servicemen Vacancies
DHA Karachi Recruitment 2026 Overview
- Organization: Pakistan Defence Officers Housing Authority (DHA Karachi)
- Job Location: Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
- Category: Retired Armed Forces Personnel & Civilian (Male / Female)
- Application Mode: Postal Service or By Hand Submission
- Official Website:
www.dhakarachi.org - Last Date to Apply: August 17, 2026
Vacant Positions & Detailed Eligibility Criteria
1. Office Superintendent (Retired Armed Forces Personnel)
- Age Limit: Up to 52 Years
- Criteria: Junior Commissioned Officer (Subedar Major / Subedar or equivalent Clerk by trade) from Armed Forces. Must have Medical Category AYE and a clean conduct record.
2. Office Assistant (Retired Armed Forces Personnel)
- Age Limit: Up to 50 Years
- Criteria: Junior Commissioned Officer (Naib Subedar or equivalent Clerk by trade) from Armed Forces. Must have Medical Category AYE and a clean conduct record.
3. UDC – Upper Division Clerk (Retired Armed Forces Personnel)
- Age Limit: Up to 45 Years
- Criteria: NCOs (Clerk by Trade) from Armed Forces. Must have Medical Category AYE and a clean conduct record.
4. UDC – Upper Division Clerk (Civilian – Male / Female)
- Age Limit: Up to 40 Years
- Qualification: Graduate degree along with a computer course qualification.
- Experience: 5 to 7 years of relevant experience, with working experience as a clerk in a renowned organization.
- Skills: Efficient in MS Office with a minimum typing speed of 35 w.p.m.
5. LDC – Lower Division Clerk (Retired Armed Forces Personnel)
- Age Limit: Up to 40 Years
- Criteria: Lance Naik / Sepoy (Clerk by Trade) from Armed Forces. Must have Medical Category AYE and a clean conduct record.
6. LDC – Lower Division Clerk (Civilian – Male / Female)
- Age Limit: Up to 40 Years
- Qualification: Graduate degree along with a computer course qualification.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, with working experience as a clerk in a renowned organization.
- Skills: Efficient in MS Office with a minimum typing speed of 35 w.p.m.
Important Instructions for Applicants
- Application Form: Download the prescribed job application form directly from the DHA Karachi website at
www.dhakarachi.org. - Document Checklist: Applications must be sent alongside a detailed CV and photocopies of all credentials, including:
- CNIC Copy
- Discharge Book (for Armed Forces applicants)
- Educational Degrees / Transcripts
- Experience Certificates
- Domicile / PRC Certificates
- Subject Line: Clearly mention the name of the post applied for on the top corner of the application envelope.
- Shortlisting: Only candidates meeting the criteria will be shortlisted for interviews.
- No TA/DA: Travel allowance or daily allowance will not be provided for interviews.
Caution Notice:
Candidates are advised not to entertain requests for personal information from sources other than the official channels:
- Email:
hr@dhakarachi.org- Telephone: 021-99266884 / 111-589-589 (Extn-2158)
How to Submit Your Application
- By Post / Courier: Send your complete application packet by post to the address given below before the deadline.
- By Hand: You can also deposit the application by hand directly at the CRD DHA Karachi Head Office.
Postal Address:
HR Directorate
Pakistan Defence Officers Housing Authority
4/B East Street, Phase-1, DHA Karachi, 75500
Deadline: August 17, 2026 (Applications received after the due date will not be entertained)