Punjab Enforcement & Regulatory Authority (PERA), Govt of Punjab
The Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority (PERA) has announced 110 government jobs in Punjab for 2026, one of the largest new provincial recruitment drives of the year. Published on 14 October 2026, the advertisement covers 12 posts across internal affairs, human resources, information technology, data analysis and audit. Ten positions are at PERA’s Directorate General in Lahore and 100 more are in District Enforcement and Regulatory Board (DERB) secretariats across Punjab. Candidates can apply online only through the Punjab Job Portal before the closing date.
About the Organization
The Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority was set up under the Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act, 2024. It is the provincial body responsible for enforcement action against hoarding, profiteering and illegal land grabbing, and for strengthening transparent, accountable regulation across Punjab. PERA operates its headquarters in Lahore and DERB secretariats housed in deputy commissioners’ offices in districts across the province. Successful candidates will be appointed on a three-year contract under PERA’s 2026 contractual service regulations, extendable on satisfactory performance, with salary under the Special PERA Pay Package (SPPP), described by the authority as negotiable.
PERA Jobs 2026 – Job Details
| Organization | Punjab Enforcement & Regulatory Authority (PERA), Government of Punjab |
| Post | Head, Manager, Team Lead, Deputy/Assistant Manager, System Analyst & others (12 categories) |
| Total Vacancies | 110 posts |
| Job Location | Lahore + DERB secretariats across Punjab |
| Published Date | 14 October 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 29 October 2026 |
| Apply Mode | Online via Punjab Job Portal (jobs.punjab.gov.pk) |
Vacant Positions
- Head (Internal Affairs) – 1 post – SPPP-2 – Directorate General, Lahore
- Manager (Internal Affairs) – 1 post – SPPP-3 – Lahore
- Team Lead (AI & Machine Learning) – 1 post – SPPP-3 – Lahore
- Team Lead (Full Stack) – 1 post – SPPP-3 – Lahore
- Deputy Manager (HR) – 1 post – SPPP-4 – Lahore
- System Analyst – 1 post – SPPP-4 – Lahore
- Data Analyst – 1 post – SPPP-4 – Lahore
- Assistant Manager (Audit) – 1 post – SPPP-5 – Lahore
- Assistant Manager (Internal Affairs) – 1 post – SPPP-5 – Lahore HQ
- System Support Officer – 1 post – SPPP-5 – Lahore
- Deputy Manager (Internal Affairs) – 38 posts – SPPP-4 – DERB secretariats (district offices)
- Assistant Manager (Internal Affairs) – 62 posts – SPPP-5 – DERB secretariats (7 in Lahore, 27 at divisional HQs, 28 at district HQs)
Eligibility Criteria
- Relevant higher-education degree in management, IT/computer science, HR, finance, audit or the discipline matching the post, with professional post-qualification experience — detailed job descriptions and minimum qualifications are published on the official PERA website (pera.punjab.gov.pk)
- Punjab domicile is mandatory for these provincial posts
- Government servants must apply through the proper channel and produce an NOC at the interview
How to Apply for PERA Jobs 2026
- Open the Punjab Job Portal at jobs.punjab.gov.pk and find the PERA advertisement
- Create an account or log in, then select your post and fill in personal, education and experience details
- Upload your CV, CNIC, domicile and educational/experience certificates as required
- Submit the online application on or before 29 October 2026 — no other mode of application is accepted
Selection Process
Only shortlisted candidates who strictly fulfil the advertised requirements and documentation will be called for tests and interviews. Appointment offers are conditional on verification of academic documents, experience certificates, NOC and background antecedents. No TA/DA is admissible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the last date to apply for PERA jobs 2026?
A: 29 October 2026. Applications are online only through the Punjab Job Portal.
Q: How many PERA posts are advertised?
A: 110 posts — 10 at the Directorate General in Lahore and 100 in district DERB secretariats.
Q: Are PERA jobs permanent or contract?
A: Contract for an initial three years, extendable on satisfactory performance, under the Special PERA Pay Package (SPPP).
Q: Where can I find the detailed eligibility criteria?
A: Post-wise qualifications, experience and job descriptions are published on PERA’s official website (pera.punjab.gov.pk); the newspaper notice directs applicants there.
Last Date to Apply: 29 October 2026. Applications received after the due date, or submitted by hand or post, will not be entertained.
⚠️ Fraud alert: PERA accepts applications only through the Punjab Job Portal and never charges a fee for shortlisting or selection. Anyone demanding money for a PERA appointment is a fraud — report them and do not pay.
To apply for this job please visit jobs.punjab.gov.pk.