National Highway Authority (NHA), Government of Pakistan
The National Highway Authority has announced 25 regular government posts under the Balochistan quota. The advertisement appeared in the Daily Dawn on 28 October 2026, and it covers engineering, accounts, forestry, office and driving roles in pay scales from BPS-04 to BPS-18. Candidates from Primary pass to PhD level can apply, depending on the post they choose.
These are permanent federal posts, not contract jobs, and selected candidates can be posted anywhere in Pakistan where the Authority needs them. Applications go through the National Jobs Portal only. Because the quota is reserved for Balochistan domicile holders, this round is a dedicated opportunity for candidates from the province to enter a major federal engineering organisation.
Last Date to Apply: 12 November 2026 (15 days from publication) — but apply by 11 November to be safe, because one published summary reports 11 November. See the date note below.
Important Dates for NHA Balochistan Quota Jobs 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Advertisement published (Daily Dawn) | 28 October 2026 |
| Applications open on NJP | 28 October 2026 |
| Last date (15 days from publication) | 12 November 2026 |
| Safe date advised by this post | 11 November 2026 (see date note) |
| Test / interview | Announced later to shortlisted candidates |
Date note (honest flag): The advertisement gives a 15-day window from its 28 October publication, which works out to 12 November 2026, and that is the date carried by the e-paper-sourced listing. One other published summary reports 11 November. To stay safe, submit your form by 11 November 2026.
NHA Vacancy Breakdown — 25 Posts in 15 Categories
| Post | BPS | Seats | Qualification and experience |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Director (Engineer) | 18 | 1 | B.Sc / M.Sc / Ph.D in Civil Engineering with relevant experience; age up to 40 |
| Assistant Director (Afforestation) | 17 | 1 | BS (4 years) in Forestry; age up to 35 |
| Assistant Director (Engineer) | 17 | 3 (incl. 1 woman) | M.Sc / MS / BSc / BS Civil Engineering (1st class); age up to 35 |
| Assistant Director (Accounts / Finance) | 17 | 1 | B.Com; age up to 35 |
| Inspector | 16 | 2 | 3-year Civil diploma with 10 years experience; age up to 35 |
| Inspector (Afforestation) | 16 | 1 | BS Forestry with 5 years experience; age up to 35 |
| Assistant Private Secretary | 16 | 1 | Graduation; shorthand / typing 100 / 50 w.p.m.; age up to 28 |
| Computer Operator | 16 | 2 | Graduation with 3 years computer operation experience; age up to 28 |
| Office Assistant | 15 | 3 (incl. 1 woman) | Graduation; age up to 25 |
| Accounts Assistant | 14 | 1 | B.Com with 3 years experience; age up to 25 |
| Stenotypist | 14 | 2 | Intermediate with typing 80 / 40 w.p.m.; age up to 25 |
| Lab Technical | 11 | 1 | F.Sc / Civil diploma with 3 years experience; age up to 25 |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 11 | 2 | Matric with typing 30 w.p.m.; age up to 25 |
| Patwari | 05 | 1 | Matric with Patwar / Tapedar course; age up to 25 |
| Driver | 04 | 4 | Primary pass, valid driving licence, knowledge of traffic rules; age up to 30 |
Count note (honest flag): One published summary of this same Dawn advertisement reports 29 posts, counting 6 Assistant Director (Engineer) seats instead of 3. The e-paper-sourced listing used for this post gives 25 posts with 3 Assistant Director (Engineer) seats, and the table above follows it. Candidates should confirm the seat count on the live NJP listing before applying.
Eligibility Criteria — Who Can Apply
- Domicile: Balochistan domicile is compulsory — this is a Balochistan quota recruitment.
- Age limits: Post-wise ceilings run from 25 to 40 years as shown in the table. A 5-year general relaxation plus an additional 5-year relaxation for Balochistan province is admissible on top of the general relaxation, under the applicable rules.
- Education: From Primary pass (Driver) and Matric (LDC, Patwari) through Intermediate (Stenotypist), Graduation and B.Com (office and accounts posts), up to BS Forestry and Civil Engineering degrees (and Ph.D for the Deputy Director post).
- Skills: Shorthand and typing speeds are fixed for APS (100/50 w.p.m.), Stenotypist (80/40 w.p.m.) and LDC (30 w.p.m.). Drivers need a valid licence and a working knowledge of traffic rules.
- Serving government employees must apply through the proper channel.
Documents Checklist
- CNIC and Balochistan domicile certificate
- Degrees, diplomas and certificates issued by HEC-recognised boards, universities or institutes, with attested copies
- Experience certificates for posts that require experience
- Valid driving licence (Driver applicants)
- Original documents plus one set of attested copies, to be presented at the interview stage
Why Apply for NHA Balochistan Quota Jobs
The National Highway Authority builds and maintains Pakistan’s national highways and motorways, and its staff work on some of the country’s largest road and infrastructure projects. These are regular BPS posts, which means a proper government pay scale, allowances and career progression — a clear step up from short contract work. The spread of posts is wide: senior engineers and forestry graduates can aim for BPS-17 and BPS-18, while Matric and Primary pass candidates from Balochistan can still enter through clerical, patwari and driver seats. Because the whole round is quota-based, Balochistan candidates compete only within their province’s share.
How to Apply for NHA Jobs 2026
- Visit the National Jobs Portal at njp.gov.pk and sign in or register.
- Open the dedicated National Highway Authority Balochistan quota tab created for this recruitment.
- Choose the post that matches your qualification, age and experience.
- Complete the online form and submit it by 11 November 2026 to be safe (the 15-day window ends 12 November).
- Keep your application confirmation and prepare original documents for the interview stage.
No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in any test or interview, and no application fee is mentioned in the advertisement.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many posts are announced in NHA Balochistan quota jobs 2026?
The e-paper-sourced listing gives 25 posts across 15 categories; one other summary reports 29. Confirm the live count on NJP before applying.
What is the last date to apply?
The advertisement allows 15 days from its 28 October publication, i.e. 12 November 2026. This post advises applying by 11 November because one summary reports that date.
Who can apply?
Only candidates holding a Balochistan domicile, as this is a Balochistan quota round.
Where will selected candidates be posted?
Anywhere in Pakistan, as per the Authority’s requirement.
How do I apply?
Online only, through the National Jobs Portal (njp.gov.pk), using the dedicated NHA tab.
Is there an age relaxation?
Yes — 5 years general relaxation plus an additional 5 years for Balochistan province, under the applicable rules.
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