The Government of Pakistan, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, through its Digital Communication Department (DCD), has announced new project-based contractual career opportunities under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Vacancy Positions January 2026 Advertisement. Applications are invited from qualified, experienced, and dedicated professionals to work on a PEDP Project in key technical, IT, and administrative roles. These positions offer an excellent opportunity for skilled individuals to contribute to national digital communication, cybersecurity, software development, and project administration while serving in a prestigious federal organization.
Program Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Ministry of Information and Broadcasting |
| Department | Digital Communication Department (DCD) |
| Project | PEDP Project |
| Job Type | Contract (Project-Based) |
| Job Sector | Government of Pakistan |
| Duty Stations | Islamabad / Lahore |
| Total Vacancies | 03 |
| Salary Scale | PP / P Pay Scales |
| Ad Posted Date | January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | Within 15 days of advertisement |
| Application Mode | Online (via NTS) |
| Testing Agency | National Testing Service (NTS) |
| Website | www.nts.org.pk |
Available Positions Details
Deputy Director (Network & Security) – P5-03
Posts: 01
Maximum Age: 35 Years (Age relaxation as per Government rules)
Qualification:
- 1st Class / Grade ‘A’ Bachelor’s Degree (16 years education) in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, or equivalent (HEC recognized)
OR - 2nd Class / Grade ‘C’ Bachelor’s Degree (16 years education) in Computer Engineering / System Engineering or equivalent (HEC recognized)
Experience:
- Minimum 05 years experience in Network Engineering, System Analysis & Design, ICT Security, Programming, Network Infrastructure, or related fields in Government / Semi-Government / Private / Multinational organizations
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage LAN/WAN acquisition, installation, and maintenance
- Design and implement network & system security controls
- Troubleshoot and upgrade network infrastructure
- Manage IP transport analysis and security risk mitigation
- Monitor and respond to internet security incidents
- Maintain Cisco and network security systems
- Handle escalations related to network security breaches
Preference:
Candidates with certifications such as CDCP, Internet Security & Network Security Certifications will be preferred.
Assistant Director (Full Stack Developer) – PP5-07
Posts: 01
Maximum Age: 30 Years (Age relaxation as per Government rules)
Qualification:
- 2nd Class / Grade ‘C’ Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree (16 years education) in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, or equivalent (HEC recognized)
OR - 2nd Class / Grade ‘C’ Bachelor’s Degree (16 years education) in Computer Engineering / System Engineering or equivalent (PEC recognized)
Experience & Skills:
- Full software development lifecycle experience
- Frontend & backend development expertise
- Web applications, databases, APIs, and third-party libraries
- Mobile-responsive design and data security
- Software debugging, upgrades, and documentation
- Collaboration with data scientists and algorithm research
Preference:
Candidates with Full Stack Development experience will be preferred.
Deputy Assistant (Admin) – PP5-02
Posts: 01
Maximum Age: 30 Years (Age relaxation as per Government rules)
Qualification:
- 2nd Class / Grade ‘C’ Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree (16 years education) in Administration, Arts, or equivalent (HEC recognized)
OR - 2nd Class / Grade ‘C’ Bachelor’s Degree (16 years education) in Business Administration, Project Management, or equivalent (PEC recognized)
Key Responsibilities:
- Administrative & secretarial support to Project Director
- Handling correspondence and office communication
- Scheduling meetings and appointments
- Coordination with DCD, Radio Pakistan, and project staff
reference:
Candidates with experience in MS Office, computers, and software installation will be preferred.
How to Apply
Application Procedure
Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the National Testing Service (NTS):
🗓 Applications must be submitted within 15 days of advertisement publication.
Terms & Conditions
Important Instructions
- All posts are purely contract-based and project-specific
- Place of posting will be Islamabad or Lahore
- Project-based appointments may end upon project completion
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/interview
- Government employees must apply through proper channel
- No TA/DA will be admissible for test or interview
- Age relaxation will be granted as per Federal Government rules
- The department reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process at any stage without assigning any reason