The Tourism Archaeology and Museum Department Jobs in Punjab January 2026 Advertisement has been officially announced by the Government of Punjab through the Directorate General of Archaeology. Applications are invited from qualified and experienced Pakistani nationals for multiple contract-based positions under the ADP project “Establishment of Program Management Unit (PMU) for Punjab Tourism Rehabilitation and Revamping Projects.” This is an excellent opportunity for professionals in archaeology, conservation, engineering, museum management, tourism development, and project administration to contribute to the preservation and revitalization of Punjab’s rich cultural and heritage assets. These roles are project-specific, highly specialized, and offered on attractive lump-sum salaries under the Project Pay Scale (PPS).
Program Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Hiring Organization | Directorate General of Archaeology, Tourism, Archaeology & Museums Department, Government of Punjab |
| Project Name | Establishment of Program Management Unit (PMU) for Punjab Tourism Rehabilitation and Revamping Projects |
| Job Type | Contract (Project Based) |
| Job Location | Punjab (Lahore and field locations as per project requirement) |
| Ad Posted Date | January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 06 December 2026 |
| Salary Package | Lump-sum (Project Pay Scale with 4% annual increment) |
| Application Mode | Online via Punjab Job Portal |
| Portal | www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk9m |
Positions Details
Archaeology Section
1. Curation Specialist (PPS-08)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Age Limit: 40 years
- Qualification: Master’s degree in Museum Studies (Museology), Art History, or Cultural Heritage Management from an HEC-recognized university
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in museum operations, curation, exhibition design, or artifact management
2. Archaeological Records & Archives Specialist (PPS-08)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Age Limit: 40 years
- Qualification: Master’s degree in History or Library & Information Sciences from an HEC-recognized institution
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in documentation, heritage archive management, or digital record systems
Conservation & Design Section
3. Chief Conservationist (Built Heritage) (PPS-11)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Age Limit: 65 years
- Qualification: PhD or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering or Architecture from an HEC-recognized university
- Professional Registration: PEC or PCATP mandatory
- Experience:
- Minimum 10 years (PhD) or 15 years (Master’s) of professional experience
- Proven experience in conservation, restoration, or heritage-based construction projects
4. Master Craftsman (PPS-07)
- No. of Posts: 05
- Age Limit: 60 years
- Qualification: Literate with demonstrated mastery in one or more traditional crafts such as Fresco, Stucco, Ghalib Kari, Kashi Kari, Tile Mosaic, Wood or Stone Carving, Lime Plaster
- Experience: Minimum 10 years of verifiable field experience on heritage monuments
Development Section
5. Structural Engineer (PPS-09)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Age Limit: 50 years
- Qualification: Master’s in Structural Engineering or Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering from an HEC-recognized university
- Professional Registration: PEC required
- Experience:
- Minimum 7 years (Master’s) or 10 years (Bachelor’s) experience
- Experience in structural design, retrofitting, and supervision, preferably on heritage-sensitive structures
Field Implementation Unit
6. Monitoring and Evaluation Expert (PPS-08)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Age Limit: 45 years
- Qualification: Master’s in Economics, Public Administration, Project/Construction Management, or Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering from an HEC-recognized university
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in project monitoring, evaluation, or results-based management
7. Monitoring and Evaluation Officer (PPS-07)
- No. of Posts: 02
- Age Limit: 35 years
- Qualification: Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, Public Administration, or Project/Construction Management from an HEC-recognized university
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in field supervision or monitoring of construction/conservation projects
Specialized Administrative Wing
8. Contract Management Specialist (PPS-08)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Age Limit: 45 years
- Qualification: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, Law, or Business Administration from an HEC-recognized university
- Experience:
- Minimum 5 years (Master’s) or 7 years (Bachelor’s)
- Experience in contract management, commercial negotiation, legal matters, or heritage compliance in development projects
9. Tourism Development Specialist (PPS-08)
- No. of Posts: 01
- Age Limit: 45 years
- Qualification: Bachelor’s in Hospitality, Tourism Management, or Cultural Heritage Management from an HEC-recognized university
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in tourism planning, destination marketing, or visitor services management
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted online only through the Punjab Job Portal:
👉 www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk - A separate application is required for each post.
- Government and semi-government employees must provide a prior NOC from the competent authority.
Terms & Conditions
- All appointments are purely temporary, project-based, non-transferable, non-pensionable, and do not confer any right to regularization.
- Salary will be paid on a lump-sum basis under the Project Pay Scale (PPS) with an annual increment of 4%.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected outright.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews.
- No TA/DA will be admissible for interview or selection process.
- Applications must be submitted on or before 06 December 2026. Late applications will not be entertained.
- The Competent Authority reserves the right to increase, decrease, or cancel any position or the entire recruitment process without assigning any reason.
Director General
Directorate General of Archaeology Tourism, Archaeology & Museums Department 60-A, Garden Block, Garden Town, Lahore