The National Highway Authority (NHA), under the Ministry of Communications, Government of Pakistan, has announced new employment opportunities for candidates holding a Balochistan domicile. A total of 26 regular vacancies are available in different pay scales, including engineering, forestry, administration, accounts and technical positions.
Candidates with qualifications ranging from Primary to Master’s and relevant professional degrees can apply for suitable positions. The recruitment also includes opportunities for female candidates.
NHA Jobs 2026 – Available Positions
The advertised vacancies include the following positions:
| Position | BPS | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|
| Deputy Director (Engineer) | 18 | 01 |
| Assistant Director (Afforestation) | 17 | 01 |
| Assistant Director (Engineer) | 17 | 06 |
| Assistant Director (Accounts/Finance) | 17 | 01 |
| Inspector | 16 | 02 |
| Inspector (Afforestation) | 16 | 01 |
| Assistant Private Secretary | 16 | 01 |
| Computer Operator | 16 | 02 |
| Office Assistant | 15 | 03 |
| Accounts Assistant | 14 | 01 |
| Stenotypist | 14 | 02 |
| Lab Technician | 11 | 01 |
| LDC | 11 | 02 |
| Patwari | 05 | 01 |
| Driver | 04 | 01 |
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the educational, experience and age requirements for their selected positions.
- Education: Primary, Matric, Intermediate, Bachelor’s, B.Com, BS, MSc, MPhil or relevant engineering qualifications.
- Experience: Relevant professional experience is required for certain positions, while some vacancies are open to fresh candidates.
- Age Limit: The advertised age limits range from 25 to 40 years, depending on the position.
- Domicile: Balochistan.
- Gender: Male and female candidates can apply for the relevant vacancies.
The advertisement also allows five years of general age relaxation and an additional five years for Balochistan candidates, according to government instructions.
Application Process
Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the following methods:
- Visit the National Job Portal at https://njp.gov.pk.
- Create an account or sign in to your existing account.
- Search for the National Highway Authority recruitment advertisement.
- Select the relevant vacancy and complete the application.
- Submit your application within the announced period.
Applications can also be submitted through the respective District Employment Cell.
Selection Process
The selection procedure depends on the pay scale:
- BPS-01 to BPS-16: Recruitment will take place through walk-in interviews in major districts of Balochistan. No written or screening test will be conducted.
- BPS-17 and BPS-18: Tests and interviews will be conducted according to the applicable recruitment rules.
Candidates must bring their original educational documents, attested copies, CNIC and domicile certificate when appearing for an interview.
Important Instructions
- Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Pakistan.
- Government employees must apply through the proper channel.
- Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
- No TA/DA will be provided for tests or interviews.
- Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many vacancies are available in NHA Jobs 2026?
The National Highway Authority has announced 26 vacancies under the Balochistan quota.
2. What is the required domicile for these jobs?
Applicants must hold a valid Balochistan domicile.
3. What is the minimum education required?
Educational requirements vary by position, starting from Primary education for the Driver post.
4. Is a written test required for all positions?
No. BPS-01 to BPS-16 positions will be filled through walk-in interviews, while BPS-17 and BPS-18 positions will follow the prescribed selection process.
5. Where can candidates apply online?
Applications can be submitted through the National Job Portal at https://njp.gov.pk.
Advertisement and Application Deadline
Organization: National Highway Authority (NHA)
Job Location: Balochistan quota (posting anywhere in Pakistan)
Total Vacancies: 26
Job Type: Regular Government Jobs
Application Method: Online and District Employment Cells
Last Date: Within 15 days of advertisement publication.
Official Application Website: https://njp.gov.pk
Interested candidates should check the official advertisement and National Job Portal for complete details and the confirmed closing date before applying.
