The Cannabis Control and Regulatory Authority (CCRA) has announced CCRA Jobs 2026 for 11 regular vacancies across 7 posts in Islamabad. The posts are advertised on the National Job Portal under advertisement PID(I)4173/26, posted on 8 November 2026, and applications are invited online only through the National Job Portal. The last date to apply for all 7 listings is 20 November 2026.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Cannabis Control and Regulatory Authority (CCRA), Government of Pakistan, Islamabad |
| Advertisement | PID(I)4173/26 (National Job Portal) |
| Published Date | 8 November 2026 (posted on the National Job Portal) |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 November 2026 |
| Category | Government Jobs |
| Total Vacancies | 11 across 7 posts |
| Posts / Pay Scale | Additional Director to Data Entry Operator — BPS-12 to BPS-19 (see Vacancy Details) |
| Age Limit | Post-wise — 30 to 43 years (see Vacancy Details) |
| Qualification | Post-wise — Master’s/M.Sc. to Intermediate (see Vacancy Details) |
| Domicile / Quota | Not specified in the NJP listings |
| Job Type | Regular (Islamabad) |
| Official Apply Portal | National Job Portal |
Introduction
The Cannabis Control and Regulatory Authority regulates the cultivation, production, processing, sale and export of cannabis for medicinal and industrial purposes in Pakistan. This intake covers 11 regular posts in Islamabad, from Additional Director (BPS-19) down to Data Entry Operator (BPS-12), so it suits both experienced professionals and candidates with an Intermediate qualification. All 7 listings were posted on the National Job Portal on 8 November 2026 under the same advertisement, PID(I)4173/26, and all share the same closing date of 20 November 2026.
Vacancy Details
| Post | BPS | Posts | Max Age | Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Director (Ops & Vig) | BPS-19 | 1 | 43 years | Master’s / M.Sc. (minimum 3.30 CGPA) in Development Studies, Public Policy or Sociology, with 5+ years’ experience, 3 years in a senior policy, programme and development role, plus experience in cannabis policy, licensing, regulation and enforcement. Age relaxation per Federal Age Relaxation Rules. |
| Assistant Director | BPS-17 | 2 | 33 years | 16-year or BS degree (minimum 2nd Division) in Criminology, Public Administration, Public Policy, Law, Political Science, Natural Sciences, Chemistry, Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Management Sciences, Business Administration/Studies, Accounting, Finance, or equivalent from an HEC-recognised university (higher qualifications preferred). 2 years’ experience. |
| PA | BPS-16 | 2 | 35 years | Minimum 14 years’ university degree (minimum 2nd Division) from an HEC-recognised university with 100/50 w.p.m. speed in shorthand and typing respectively (higher qualifications and computer literacy preferred). 2 years’ experience. |
| Steno-typist | BPS-14 | 1 | 30 years | Minimum 14 years’ university degree (minimum 2nd Division) from an HEC-recognised university with 80/40 w.p.m. speed in shorthand and typing respectively (higher qualifications and computer literacy preferred). 2 years’ experience. |
| Computer Operator | BPS-14 | 2 | 30 years | Minimum 14 years’ university degree (minimum 2nd Division) in Computer Science from an HEC-recognised university with Diploma in Information Technology (DIT) (higher qualifications in IT preferred). 2 years’ experience. |
| Upper Division Clerk | BPS-14 | 2 | 30 years | Intermediate (minimum 2nd Division) with 80/40 w.p.m. typing speed (higher qualifications and computer literacy preferred). 2 years’ experience. |
| Data Entry Operator | BPS-12 | 1 | 30 years | Intermediate (minimum 2nd Division) with speed of 10,000 key depressions per hour on a computer. 2 years’ experience. |
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the qualification, experience and age criteria of the post they apply for. The Additional Director (Ops & Vig) post requires a Master’s or M.Sc. degree (minimum 3.30 CGPA) in Development Studies, Public Policy or Sociology, with 5+ years’ experience, including 3 years in a senior policy, programme and development role, plus experience in cannabis policy, licensing, regulation and enforcement. The Assistant Director post requires a 16-year or BS degree (minimum 2nd Division) in one of the listed fields — including Criminology, Public Administration, Public Policy, Law, Political Science, Natural Sciences, Chemistry, Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Management Sciences, Business Administration/Studies, Accounting or Finance — or an equivalent from an HEC-recognised university, with 2 years’ experience.
The PA, Steno-typist and Computer Operator posts each require a minimum 14 years’ university degree (minimum 2nd Division) from an HEC-recognised university: the PA post with 100/50 w.p.m. speed in shorthand and typing respectively, the Steno-typist post with 80/40 w.p.m. speed in shorthand and typing respectively, and the Computer Operator post in Computer Science with a Diploma in Information Technology (DIT). The Upper Division Clerk and Data Entry Operator posts require Intermediate (minimum 2nd Division): the Upper Division Clerk post with 80/40 w.p.m. typing speed, and the Data Entry Operator post with a speed of 10,000 key depressions per hour on a computer. All posts except Additional Director require 2 years’ experience.
The maximum age is 43 years for Additional Director (Ops & Vig), 33 years for Assistant Director, 35 years for PA and 30 years for Steno-typist, Computer Operator, Upper Division Clerk and Data Entry Operator, with age relaxation per Federal Age Relaxation Rules. The designation “PA” is printed exactly as “PA” on the National Job Portal. Domicile and quota are not specified in the NJP listings, and the salary for these posts is not stated in the NJP listings.
How to Apply
- Open the National Job Portal and log in to your account, or create one if you do not have one.
- Search for the Cannabis Control and Regulatory Authority posts under advertisement PID(I)4173/26.
- Read the full qualification, experience and age criteria on the listing for the post you want to apply for.
- Complete your profile and submit your application online through the National Job Portal.
- Submit your application before 20 November 2026 and keep a copy of your application for your record.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for CCRA Jobs 2026?
20 November 2026. The last date is the same for all 7 listings under advertisement PID(I)4173/26.
How many posts are announced?
11 regular vacancies across 7 posts, from Additional Director (BPS-19) to Data Entry Operator (BPS-12).
What is the advertisement number?
PID(I)4173/26, as shown on every listing on the National Job Portal.
Where are the jobs located?
Islamabad. The posts are with the Cannabis Control and Regulatory Authority, Government of Pakistan.
Are these regular or contract posts?
Regular posts. All 7 listings on the National Job Portal are marked as Regular.
What qualification do I need for CCRA Jobs 2026?
It depends on the post: a Master’s/M.Sc. for Additional Director, a 16-year or BS degree for Assistant Director, a 14-year degree for PA, Steno-typist and Computer Operator, and Intermediate for Upper Division Clerk and Data Entry Operator.
Where do I apply for CCRA Jobs 2026?
Online only through the National Job Portal, under advertisement PID(I)4173/26.
What is the salary for CCRA Jobs 2026?
The salary is not stated in the NJP listings. The posts are on the BPS-12 to BPS-19 scales shown in the Vacancy Details table.
Conclusion
CCRA Jobs 2026 offer 11 regular openings in Islamabad across a wide range of grades, from Additional Director to Data Entry Operator, so candidates at several qualification levels can apply. If you meet the criteria for a post, complete your profile on the National Job Portal and submit your online application before 20 November 2026. Candidates exploring other openings can also read our Punjab Masstransit Authority Jobs 2026, FPSC Jobs 2026 and PPSC PMS Jobs 2026 posts, and our guides on how to apply for government jobs in Pakistan and the documents required for government jobs.
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