The Services & General Administration Department (S&GAD), Government of Punjab, has announced 49 contract posts in its new Punjab Performance Management Unit (PPMU) in Lahore. Monthly pay packages run from Rs 150,000 to Rs 625,000, and the posts range from General Manager down to Field Officer.
Applications close on 17 November 2026, and both an online form and a courier packet are required. An application made through only one of the two routes will not be accepted, so read the instructions below carefully before you apply.
Job Details
| Organisation | Punjab Performance Management Unit (PPMU), Services & General Administration Department (S&GAD), Government of Punjab |
| Post | 11 posts from General Manager to Field Officer (see Vacancy Details) |
| Total Vacancies | 49 |
| Location | Lahore, Punjab (Punjab Civil Secretariat) |
| Job Type | Contract under a development project (temporary, non-pensionable) |
| Education | Intermediate to 16-year Master’s degree, as per post |
| Age Limit | 20 to 50 years, as per post (see Vacancy Details) |
| Experience | 2 to 10 years post-qualification experience, as per post |
| Pay Scale | PPS-06 to PPS-10 (Rs 150,000 to Rs 625,000 per month) |
| How to Apply | Online through the official Punjab Job Portal AND by courier (both steps required) |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 November 2026, before 5:00 PM |
| Official Source | The Punjab Government Job Portal |
Introduction
The Punjab Performance Management Unit is a new unit under the Implementation & Coordination Wing of S&GAD that monitors and supports the performance of the Punjab government. This recruitment, announced through advertisement IPL-11597, is for the project titled “Establishment of Punjab Performance Management Unit (PPMU), I&C Wing, S&GAD”, and the selected candidates will be based in Lahore at the Punjab Civil Secretariat, H-Block Building.
It is important to understand that these are contract posts under a development project, not regular government posts. They are temporary, non-transferable and non-pensionable, and they carry no right to regularization.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Posts | PPS | Monthly Pay | Age Limit | Qualification | Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Manager (Monitoring, Policy and Research Analysis) | 1 | PPS-10 | Rs 625,000 | 35–45 years | 16-year degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, Public Policy, Software Development, Data Analysis, IT or related field | 10 years post-qualification |
| Manager (Admin and Finance) | 1 | PPS-9 | Rs 425,000 | 30–50 years | MBA Finance, M.Com or equivalent 16-year degree in Social Sciences, Public Administration or Business Management | 10 years in administration and finance |
| Manager (Policy and Research Analysis) | 1 | PPS-8 | Rs 305,000 | 30–40 years | 16-year degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, Data Analysis, IT or related field | 8 years post-qualification |
| Data Analyst | 5 | PPS-8 | Rs 305,000 | 25–35 years | 16-year degree in Management Sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration, Data Analysis, IT or related field | 6 years post-qualification |
| Assistant Manager (Operations) | 2 | PPS-7 | Rs 220,000 | 30–40 years | 16-year degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Management, Public Policy, Data Analysis, IT or related field | 6 years post-qualification |
| Assistant Manager (Inspections) | 9 | PPS-7 | Rs 220,000 | 30–40 years | Same as Assistant Manager (Operations) above | 6 years post-qualification |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) | 1 | PPS-7 | Rs 210,000 | 25–35 years | Master’s or Bachelor’s (16 years) in Commerce, Accounts, Finance, ACCA, CA or BBA (Hons); MS Office, accounting software and PPRA rules | 3–5 years in accounts, budgeting and cash handling |
| Personal Assistant | 3 | PPS-7 | Rs 200,000 | 25–40 years | Bachelor’s degree (at least 2nd division); shorthand 80 wpm, typing 40 wpm, MS Office certificate mandatory | 5–7 years as Personal Assistant or similar |
| Research Associate | 3 | PPS-6 | Rs 150,000 | 21–35 years | 16-year degree in Management Sciences, Public Administration, Business Administration, Data Analysis, IT or related field | 2 years |
| Computer Operator | 5 | PPS-6 | Rs 150,000 | 20–30 years | Bachelor’s degree (at least 2nd division) | 3–5 years as Computer Operator, Stenographer or similar |
| Field Officer | 18 | PPS-6 | Rs 150,000 | 21–35 years | Intermediate (FA, FSc, ICS, I.Com) or equivalent from a recognized board | 2 years in public or private sector |
There are 49 vacancies in total. Field Officer carries the most seats (18), followed by Assistant Manager (Inspections) with 9, while the General Manager and both Manager posts carry one seat each.
Eligibility Criteria
Punjab domicile is compulsory for every post, and both male and female candidates may apply. Qualification and experience are post-wise, as given in the table above: Intermediate holders fit the Field Officer post only, Personal Assistant and Computer Operator need a bachelor’s degree, and the other posts need a 16-year degree in a relevant field.
Only post-qualification experience counts; internships and training do not count. Public-sector experience is preferred for every post. Degrees must be from HEC-recognized universities, and an equivalence certificate is required where applicable. Government employees must apply through the proper channel.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview, and no TA/DA will be paid. Shortlisted candidates can prepare with these common interview questions for government jobs in Pakistan.
How to Apply
- Open the official Punjab Job Portal and find the Punjab Performance Management Unit advertisement.
- Read the exact qualification and conditions for your post on the portal page, then complete and submit the online application form and print the completed proforma. If you are new to this process, see our step-by-step guide to applying for government jobs in Pakistan.
- Attach your CV, a recent passport-size photograph, attested copies of your academic and experience certificates, your Punjab domicile and a copy of your CNIC. A short cover letter can support your CV — see how to write a cover letter for jobs in Pakistan.
- Send the packet by courier to Section Officer (Development), PPMU, S&GAD, H-Block Building, Punjab Civil Secretariat, Lahore. Use a separate form and envelope for each post, and write the post name on the upper-right corner of the envelope.
- Get both the online form and the courier packet in before 5:00 PM on Tuesday 17 November 2026. An online form without the courier packet — or a courier packet without the online form — is incomplete and will be rejected.
- Apply only through the official portal and the address above. No fee is stated in the advertisement; never pay anyone for a post in this round. For queries, the advertisement lists phone 042-99211615.
FAQs
How many posts are open in Punjab PPMU Jobs 2026?
There are 49 posts across 11 categories, from General Manager to Field Officer.
What is the last date to apply?
Tuesday 17 November 2026, before 5:00 PM. Both the online form and the courier packet must be in by then.
What is the salary?
Monthly pay packages run from Rs 150,000 (PPS-6) to Rs 625,000 (General Manager, PPS-10).
Who can apply?
Only candidates holding a Punjab domicile can apply. Male and female candidates may apply.
Is this a regular government job?
No. The posts are purely contractual under a development project — temporary, non-transferable and non-pensionable, with no right to regularization.
Is there an application fee?
No fee is stated in the official advertisement.
I applied online only. Is my application complete?
No. The courier packet with your documents must also reach the office by the deadline, or the application will be treated as incomplete.
Which post has the most vacancies?
Field Officer, with 18 posts. Only Intermediate education and 2 years’ experience are required for it.
Conclusion
If you hold a Punjab domicile and match one of the 11 posts, complete the online form and send the courier packet early, well before 5:00 PM on 17 November 2026, because courier delays on the last day are a real risk. Other government openings closing soon include FPSC Jobs 2026 and First Women Bank Jobs 2026.
Disclaimer: ARJ4U is not the official recruiter and does not charge any fee for this information. Always verify the details from the official Punjab Government Job Portal before applying.
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