The National Highway Authority has announced NHA Jobs 2026 Balochistan Quota for 29 regular posts. The vacancies cover engineering, forestry, accounts, administration, computer operations, technical support, and driving.
NHA works under the Government of Pakistan’s Ministry of Communications. This recruitment includes positions from BPS-04 to BPS-18, with different education, age, and experience requirements for each role.
Interested candidates must apply within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication. The notice does not show a publication date or a fixed closing date, so an exact application deadline cannot be calculated from the advertisement alone.
Key Job Details
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | National Highway Authority, Ministry of Communications |
| Quota | Balochistan |
| Job Location | Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Pakistan |
| Job Type | Regular government posts |
| Total Vacancies | 29 |
| Pay Scales | BPS-04 to BPS-18 |
| Education | Primary to PhD, depending on the position |
| Gender | Women are encouraged to apply; one women’s vacancy each is listed for Assistant Director (Engineer) and Office Assistant |
| Application Method | Online through the National Job Portal; District Employment Cell submission is also mentioned |
| Application Period | Within 15 days of publication |
Available Positions
The advertisement lists the following vacancies:
- Deputy Director (Engineer), BPS-18: 1 post.
- Assistant Director (Afforestation), BPS-17: 1 post.
- Assistant Director (Engineer), BPS-17: 6 posts, including 1 for a woman.
- Assistant Director (Accounts/Finance), BPS-17: 1 post.
- Inspector, BPS-16: 2 posts.
- Inspector (Afforestation), BPS-16: 1 post.
- Assistant Private Secretary, BPS-16: 1 post.
- Computer Operator, BPS-16: 2 posts.
- Office Assistant, BPS-15: 3 posts, including 1 for a woman.
- Accounts Assistant, BPS-14: 1 post.
- Stenotypist, BPS-14: 2 posts.
- Lab. Technical, BPS-11: 1 post.
- LDC, BPS-11: 2 posts.
- Patwari, BPS-05: 1 post.
- Driver, BPS-04: 4 posts.
Registration and Application Dates
| Event | Schedule |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline | Within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication |
| Walk-in Interviews for BPS-01 to BPS-16 | Dates and arrangements will be communicated later |
| Tests and Interviews for BPS-17 and BPS-18 | To be conducted under applicable rules; no dates are listed |
Eligibility Criteria
Engineering and Forestry Positions
Deputy Director (Engineer) requires a BSc in Civil Engineering with seven years of relevant experience. The advertisement also accepts an MSc in Civil Engineering with four years of experience, or a PhD in Civil Engineering with two years of experience.
The listed age limit is 40 years. The qualification rows mention an additional three-year relaxation for MSc holders and five years for PhD holders.
Assistant Director (Afforestation) requires a four-year BS or equivalent qualification in Forestry from an HEC-recognized university or institute. The age limit is 35 years, and no experience is required.
For Assistant Director (Engineer), the qualification entry lists MSc/MS in a relevant subject and BSc/BS in Civil Engineering from an HEC-recognized university with first class. The age limit is 35 years, with no experience required.
Inspector applicants need a three-year Civil diploma from an institute recognized by the Board of Technical Education. They must have ten years of experience in bridge or highway construction. The age limit is 35 years.
Inspector (Afforestation) requires a four-year BS or equivalent Forestry qualification from an HEC-recognized institution, plus five years of relevant experience. The age limit is 35 years.
Accounts, Office, and Computer Positions
Assistant Director (Accounts/Finance) requires BCom. Applicants can be up to 35 years old, and no experience is listed.
Assistant Private Secretary applicants must be graduates with shorthand and typing speeds of 100 and 50 words per minute, respectively. The age limit is 28 years, with no experience required.
Computer Operator requires graduation and three years of computer operation experience. The age limit is 28 years.
Office Assistant requires graduation, while Accounts Assistant requires BCom and three years of relevant experience. Both positions have an age limit of 25 years. Office Assistant applicants do not need experience.
Other Support Positions
Stenotypist requires Intermediate education and shorthand/typing speeds of 80/40 words per minute, respectively. LDC requires Matric and a typing speed of 30 words per minute.
Lab. Technical requires FSc or a Civil diploma, along with three years of relevant experience. Patwari requires Matric with a Patwar/Tapedar course.
The age limit for these four positions is 25 years. No experience is required for Stenotypist, LDC, or Patwari.
Driver applicants must have passed Primary, hold a valid driving licence, and understand traffic rules. The age limit is 30 years, with no experience listed.
General Age Relaxation
The notice allows five years of upper-age relaxation for Balochistan in addition to the general five-year relaxation, under federal government instructions.
Selection Process and Important Conditions
Recruitment for BPS-01 to BPS-16 will take place through walk-in interviews in major districts of Balochistan. The advertisement states that there will be no written or screening test for these scales.
For BPS-17 and BPS-18, tests and interviews will follow the applicable rules.
Candidates must bring original documents and attested copies of their qualifications, CNIC, and domicile certificate to the interview. False information can result in cancellation and legal action, including after employment.
Government employees must apply through the proper channel. No travel or daily allowance will be paid for attending a test or interview. NHA may postpone recruitment or change the number of posts. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
- Visit the National Job Portal.
- Use the dedicated tab created for this NHA recruitment.
- Apply for the relevant position within 15 days of publication.
- Make sure your application is complete and the information is accurate.
The notice also mentions submission at the respective District Employment Cell. However, its detailed application instructions require interested candidates to apply online through NJP, so applicants should follow that requirement.
Direct applications to NHA or the Ministry of Communications will not be accepted. Incomplete applications, advance copies, and applications received after the deadline will also be rejected.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many vacancies are available in this NHA advertisement?
There are 29 vacancies across 15 job categories under the Balochistan quota.
2. What is the application deadline?
Applications must be submitted within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication.
3. Where should candidates apply online?
Candidates should apply through the National Job Portal at njp.gov.pk.
4. Are any vacancies listed specifically for women?
Yes. One vacancy each is listed for women in Assistant Director (Engineer) and Office Assistant.
5. Can selected candidates be posted outside Balochistan?
Yes. Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Pakistan according to requirements.
