The Ministry of Railways, Government of Pakistan, has announced two senior-level vacancies for its project titled “Strengthening of Planning, Development, Monitoring and Evaluation Directorate (SPD&ME)” in Islamabad. Both positions are being filled purely on a contract basis under Project Pay Scales (PPS), and applications must be submitted online through the National Job Portal (NJP). If you are a seasoned professional in project management, public-private partnerships, or financial analysis, this is a rare chance to work with a key federal ministry.
Ministry of Railways Jobs 2026 – Summary
| Post | Pay Scale | Qualification | Location | Last Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Director / Business Development | PPS-10 | MBA/MS (Marketing, Finance, Project Management) – 16 years of education | Islamabad | 30 October 2026 |
| Deputy Director (Financial Analyst) | PPS-09 | MS Finance / MSc Economics / ACCA / CA – 16 years of education | Islamabad | 30 October 2026 |
Note on the last date: the advertisement text itself does not print an application deadline. Pakistan Railways’ official careers page (pakrail.gov.pk) lists 30 October 2026 as the last date to apply for these two posts. To be safe, apply well before 30 October 2026 and always confirm the live deadline on njp.gov.pk before submitting.
Available Positions
Director / Business Development (PPS-10) – 1 Post
Candidates must hold an MBA or MS in Marketing, Finance, or Project Management with at least 16 years of education; all degrees must be recognized by HEC. At least 12 years of overall work experience in project management, including more than 5 years working on Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects. Maximum age is 50 years.
Deputy Director (Financial Analyst) (PPS-09) – 1 Post
Candidates need an MS in Finance, MSc in Economics, ACCA, CA, or a related discipline, with at least 16 years of education and HEC-recognized degrees. Minimum 7 years of post-qualification experience, including at least 2 years preparing and analysing financial models of projects. Maximum age is 45 years.
Both appointments are on contract for two years or until project completion, whichever comes first, extendable on satisfactory performance. Detailed terms of reference are available on railways.gov.pk and pakrail.gov.pk.
Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Minimum 16 years of education in the relevant field; all degrees must be recognized by HEC.
- Experience: 12+ years in project management (Director) or 7+ years post-qualification including 2 years of financial modelling (Deputy Director).
- Age limit: 50 years for Director, 45 years for Deputy Director.
- Government employees: must apply through the proper channel with a departmental NOC.
How to Apply
- Go to the National Job Portal at https://njp.gov.pk and look up the Ministry of Railways vacancies for the SPD&ME project.
- Fill in the online application carefully and submit before the closing date shown on the portal.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for a test or interview.
Terms and Conditions
- Both posts are purely on a contract basis for two years or until the project completes, whichever is earlier; extension depends on satisfactory performance.
- Applications are accepted online only through the National Job Portal.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for a test or interview, and no TA/DA will be admissible.
- The Ministry reserves the right to select, reject, or not fill any position without assigning any reason.
Ministry of Railways Jobs 2026 Advertisement
Below is the official advertisement. Always verify the deadline on the National Job Portal before applying.
FAQs
What is the last date to apply for Ministry of Railways Jobs 2026?
Pakistan Railways’ official careers page lists 30 October 2026 as the last date to apply. Apply before 30 October 2026 and confirm the live deadline on the National Job Portal.
How many posts are announced?
Two posts: Director / Business Development (PPS-10) and Deputy Director (Financial Analyst) (PPS-09) — one vacancy each — under the SPD&ME project in Islamabad.
How can I apply?
Apply online only through the National Job Portal at njp.gov.pk.
Are these permanent jobs?
No — both are purely on a contract basis for two years or until project completion, whichever is earlier, extendable on satisfactory performance.
For more federal vacancies, see our Government Jobs section.