The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) has announced 141 BPS-17 vacancies for engineers and other professionals nationwide. The recruitment drive covers engineering, geology, geophysics, research, human resources and public relations.
The authority has invited eligible candidates to apply through Central Testing Services (CTS). Applicants must meet the education, registration and age requirements for their chosen roles.
Engineering Roles Make Up Most Vacancies
WAPDA has allocated 114 positions to Assistant Executive Engineers across four disciplines. These include 67 civil, 25 electrical, 16 mechanical and six electronics engineering posts.
Engineering applicants must hold a relevant bachelor’s degree from an HEC-recognised university, with at least a 2.0 CGPA out of 4. They must also possess valid Pakistan Engineering Council registration.
Other vacancies include four Junior Seismologist or Geophysicist posts, nine Junior Geologist positions and one Research Officer (Hydraulics) role. Moreover, WAPDA has announced nine Assistant Director (HR&A) vacancies and four Assistant Director (Public Relations) posts.
Applicants must be aged between 21 and 33 years. However, the advertisement allows additional age relaxation for certain groups, including minorities and eligible government or WAPDA employees.
Application Process and Deadline
Candidates must apply online through the CTS website within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication on November 8. Therefore, applicants should complete the process by November 23, 2026.
Applicants must pay a Rs. 200 test fee and send the printed form, required documents and original fee challan to the CTS office in Lahore. CTS will conduct the written test, while WAPDA will interview shortlisted candidates.
Successful candidates will serve a one-year probation period and may receive postings anywhere in Pakistan. Applicants should review the official advertisement and recruitment instructions before applying to avoid errors or rejection.
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