General Headquarters (GHQ) Rawalpindi has announced its recruitment notice for 2026, opening applications for Pakistani citizens to join as civilian employees. This hiring drive covers multiple pay scales from BPS-08 to BPS-15, offering positions in clerical, technical, and secretarial cadres.
All appointments are based in Rawalpindi/Islamabad. Interested and qualified candidates across Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan, Ex-FATA, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Kashmir can submit their applications online.
Below is the complete overview of job positions, eligibility criteria, age limits, quota distribution, and step-by-step submission instructions.
Join General Headquarters GHQ Rawalpindi Jobs 2026 for Civilian Vacancies

GHQ Civilian Jobs 2026 Overview
- Organization: General Headquarters (GHQ) Rawalpindi
- Hiring Type: Civilian Employees
- Place of Duty: Rawalpindi / Islamabad
- Application Mode: Online via
[https://www.amdte-rect.gov.pk](https://www.amdte-rect.gov.pk) - Test/Interview Centers: Rawalpindi, Lahore, and Karachi
- Last Date to Apply: August 10, 2026
Vacant Positions, Quota & Eligibility Criteria
1. Assistant (BPS-15)
- Total Vacancies: 10 Posts
- Quota Breakdown: Merit (1), Punjab (5), Sindh Urban (1), Sindh Rural (2), KPK (1).
- Qualification: Graduate degree with a typing speed of 20 w.p.m. Must be computer literate.
- Age Limit: 18 to 33 Years (including general age relaxation).
- Note: Selected candidates must complete a 6-week Basic IT Training Course (including MS Office) conducted by NITB before completing their probation period.
2. Stenotypist (BPS-14)
- Total Vacancies: 19 Posts
- Quota Breakdown: Merit (2), Punjab (8), Sindh Urban (1), Sindh Rural (2), KPK (2), Balochistan (1), Ex-FATA (1), GB (1), AJK (1).
- Qualification: Intermediate pass with shorthand speed of 80 w.p.m. and typing speed of 40 w.p.m. Must be computer literate.
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 Years.
3. Upper Division Clerk – UDC (BPS-13)
- Total Vacancies: 20 Posts
- Quota Breakdown: Merit (1), Punjab (9), Sindh Urban (2), Sindh Rural (3), KPK (2), Balochistan (1), Ex-FATA (1), AJK (1).
- Qualification: Intermediate pass with a typing speed of 25 w.p.m. Must be computer literate.
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 Years.
- Note: Selected candidates must undergo a 3-week Basic IT Training Course (including MS Office) by NITB before probation completion.
4. Photographer (BPS-13)
- Total Vacancies: 02 Posts
- Quota Breakdown: Merit (1), Punjab (1).
- Qualification: Matriculation with 3 to 5 years practical experience in photography, studio work, understanding news values, and rough caption writing.
- Age Limit: 18 to 35 Years.
5. Copy Paster (BPS-13)
- Total Vacancies: 01 Post
- Quota Breakdown: Merit (1).
- Qualification: DAE (Computer Science) from a recognized institute with 2 years of experience in Copy Pasting/Graphic Art in a printing press.
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 Years.
6. Lower Division Clerk – LDC (BPS-11)
- Total Vacancies: 25 Posts
- Quota Breakdown: Merit (2), Punjab (12), Sindh Urban (2), Sindh Rural (4), KPK (3), Balochistan (1), AJK (1).
- Qualification: Matriculation with a minimum typing speed of 30 w.p.m. Must be computer literate.
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 Years.
- Note: Selected candidates must complete a 3-week Basic IT Training Course (including MS Office) by NITB during probation.
7. Draughtsman (BPS-11)
- Total Vacancies: 03 Posts
- Quota Breakdown: Merit (3).
- Qualification: Matriculation with a 3-year Diploma in Draughtsmanship from a recognized institute (OR 2-year Diploma with 2 years practical experience).
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 Years.
8. Translator (BPS-10)
- Total Vacancies: 01 Post
- Quota Breakdown: Merit (1).
- Qualification: Graduate degree with 3 years experience in translation of technical subjects.
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 Years.
9. Offset Machineman (BPS-8)
- Total Vacancies: 02 Posts
- Quota Breakdown: Merit (1), Sindh Urban (1).
- Qualification: Matriculation with 2 years relevant experience in a printing press.
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 Years.
Important Terms & Rules
- Single Application: A candidate can apply for only ONE post.
- Editing Form: Form editing is permitted only once. Ensure all information is accurate before final submission.
- No Hard Copies: Do not send printed application forms, photos, CNIC copies, or educational certificates via postal mail. Only online applications are processed.
- Age Calculation: Age will be calculated from the closing date of the advertisement. Upper age relaxation applies to candidates from Sindh (R), Balochistan, Ex-FATA, AK, GB, and disabled persons per government rules.
- Retired Armed Forces Personnel: Maximum age limit for retired personnel is 45 years (or up to 15 years relaxation depending on service years).
- Government Servants: Candidates currently in government service must apply through proper channels and present an official Departmental No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of the interview.
- No TA/DA: No travel or daily allowance will be offered for tests or interviews.
How to Apply Online for GHQ Jobs 2026
- Visit the official portal at
[https://www.amdte-rect.gov.pk](https://www.amdte-rect.gov.pk). - Read the eligibility criteria and instructions carefully.
- Fill in your personal, academic, and professional details. Provide active mobile numbers (1 personal & 1 alternative) for SMS notifications.
- Select your preferred test center (Rawalpindi, Lahore, or Karachi).
- Review your information carefully before submitting (only one edit is allowed).
- Complete your online registration before August 10, 2026.
