Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives, Government of Pakistan
Ministry of Planning Jobs 2026 at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organisation | Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives |
| Total posts | 77 (regular posts) |
| Quota | Balochistan quota only |
| Grades | BS-01 to BS-14 |
| Workplace | Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Job type | Full Time |
| Advertisement | The Nation, 4 November 2026 |
| How to apply | Online through the National Job Portal (NJP) |
Last Date to Apply: 16 November 2026.
The Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives has announced 77 regular posts reserved for Balochistan domicile holders, with postings in Islamabad. This is one of the largest single provincial-quota announcements of the week, and its range is unusually wide: from BS-14 stenography work down to BS-01 support roles, it covers clerical, driving and general support staff in one advertisement. For candidates from Balochistan at very different education levels, there is likely to be a post in this batch worth a serious look.
The Planning Ministry sits at the centre of the federal government’s development work: it shapes public investment, appraises projects and coordinates development planning across ministries. Working there, even in a support role, means exposure to how federal planning actually happens — files, committees, project documents and inter-ministerial correspondence. For a young clerk or stenotypist, that environment builds skills that are valued across the federal secretariat.
Ministry of Planning Balochistan Quota Posts 2026
The post-wise numbers below are confirmed from the live NJP listing, and they add up to the headline total of 77.
| Post title | Grade | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Stenotypist | BS-14 | 2 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | BS-11 | 1 |
| Staff Car Driver | BS-04 | 4 |
| Dispatch Rider | BS-04 | 2 |
| Duplicating Machine Operator | BS-01 | 1 |
| Naib Qasid | BS-01 | 58 |
| Farash | BS-01 | 5 |
| Chowkidar | BS-01 | 2 |
| Sweeper | BS-01 | 2 |
| Total across all roles | BS-01 to BS-14 | 77 |
The table above is the confirmed detail: 2 Stenotypists, 1 LDC, 4 Staff Car Drivers, 2 Dispatch Riders, 1 Duplicating Machine Operator, 58 Naib Qasid, 5 Farash, 2 Chowkidar and 2 Sweepers — 77 in total. Do not trust unofficial counts circulating on social media.
Who Can Apply for Ministry of Planning Balochistan Quota Jobs
Only candidates holding a Balochistan domicile are eligible for these seats. That is the defining condition of the whole advertisement, and it applies across all grades, from BS-14 down to BS-01. Applicants must be able to document their domicile when asked, and the claim should be accurate from the start: an incorrect domicile claim can end an application at the verification stage even after a test or interview.
Eligibility criteria differ sharply by grade. A Stenotypist at BS-14 will face shorthand, typing and computer requirements, while a Lower Division Clerk will need the prescribed education and typing ability for clerical work. Driver and Dispatch Rider posts require valid licences and driving experience appropriate to the vehicle class. Support roles such as Naib Qasid, Farash, Chowkidar and Sweeper have lower formal education thresholds but still demand reliability, physical fitness for the duties involved and a willingness to work in a busy ministry office. Read the criteria for your exact post on NJP before applying, and apply only where you meet them.
Age limits, quotas within the quota and any relaxation rules are also set out in the official listing. General government relaxation rules commonly apply, but the listing for your post is the final authority. Do not rely on a general rule you remember from another advertisement.
Why an Islamabad Posting Matters for Balochistan Candidates
An Islamabad posting is a significant opportunity for a candidate from Balochistan. The federal secretariat is where policy is made, and even support staff gain familiarity with federal procedures, office systems and professional networks that are hard to build elsewhere. For a Stenotypist or Clerk, the experience of working in a federal ministry is a strong line on any future application, whether inside government or outside it.
It is also a relocation: plan accommodation, travel and a first-month budget in advance, and the move will be far easier.
How to Apply for Ministry of Planning Jobs 2026
Apply online through the National Job Portal at njp.gov.pk. Find the Ministry of Planning Balochistan quota advertisement, select the post that matches your qualifications, and complete the form with accurate personal, educational and domicile details. Upload the documents the portal requests, review the form once in full, and submit before the closing date. Keep your submission confirmation and a copy of your application safe, and monitor the portal for test and interview announcements.
With 77 posts involved, take care to apply for the right one: confirm the post title and grade before submitting, rather than selecting a similar-sounding role by accident.
Date Note: 16 November 2026 on the Live NJP Listing
Last Date to Apply: 16 November 2026.
Earlier secondary sources printed 18 November or 19 November for this advertisement, but the live NJP listing — the channel through which you actually apply — shows all nine listings as available till 16 November 2026. This post uses 16 November for that reason. Apply well before it, and follow the date on your own NJP listing if it ever differs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ministry of Planning Jobs 2026
How many posts are open in the Ministry of Planning?
Seventy-seven regular posts are open under the Balochistan quota, across grades BS-01 to BS-14.
Which posts have confirmed numbers?
Stenotypist BS-14 (2 posts), Lower Division Clerk BS-11 (1 post), Staff Car Driver BS-04 (4 posts), Dispatch Rider BS-04 (2 posts), Duplicating Machine Operator (1 post), Naib Qasid (58 posts), Farash (5 posts), Chowkidar (2 posts) and Sweeper (2 posts) — 77 in total, all confirmed on the live NJP listing.
Who can apply?
Only candidates holding a Balochistan domicile, as these are Balochistan quota seats.
Where will selected candidates work?
In Islamabad, at the Ministry of Planning, Development & Special Initiatives.
What is the last date to apply?
16 November 2026, as shown on the live NJP listing. Earlier secondary sources printed 18 or 19 November, so apply early and follow your own NJP listing.
How do I apply?
Apply online through the National Job Portal at njp.gov.pk before the closing date.
Fraud warning: the Ministry of Planning and the National Job Portal never charge applicants through agents, and no one can sell you a seat in this recruitment. Never pay anyone who promises a Stenotypist, Clerk or Driver post, and never share your CNIC, NJP password or bank details with strangers claiming to be ministry officials. Apply only through njp.gov.pk and check every message against the official advertisement.
To apply for this job please visit njp.gov.pk.