National Institute of Health (NIH), Islamabad
The National Institute of Health (NIH) in Islamabad has announced three government posts under the Balochistan quota, and the mix is unusual: two scientific and technical roles in the capital, plus one administrative role in Quetta. With only one seat per post, this is a small but genuine federal opening, and Balochistan domicile holders should read the details carefully before the mid-November deadline.
Last Date to Apply: 16 November 2026 — online applications only, through the National Job Portal.
NIH Islamabad Jobs 2026 at a Glance
The National Institute of Health is Pakistan’s leading public health research institution, working on disease surveillance, laboratory networks, and public health training. Its Balochistan quota advertisement, reference PID(I)4061/26, invites eligible Pakistani nationals holding a Balochistan domicile to apply for three vacant positions.
All three posts are advertised through the National Job Portal’s dedicated Balochistan recruitment section. Applications submitted by hand are not entertained, so the online route is the only route.
Available Posts and Where They Are Based
The three posts are:
- Assistant Scientific Officer (BPS-16) — 1 post, based in Islamabad. This is the senior post of the round, a scientific officer role inside the national public health setup.
- Junior Technician (BPS-09) — 1 post, based in Islamabad. A technical support role in the institute’s laboratory and scientific work.
- Assistant (BPS-15) — 1 post, listed in Quetta. This post is announced for the Health Research Institute (HRI), which has been merged with NIH, so Quetta-based candidates should pay special attention to it.
Because the posts sit in two different cities, check the location on your chosen post’s NJP page before applying. Applying for the Islamabad posts while expecting a Quetta posting, or the reverse, would be a costly mistake.
Who Can Apply for These NIH Posts
Eligibility is restricted to candidates holding a valid Balochistan domicile. Each post carries its own qualification and age conditions, which are printed on the individual NJP listing, so candidates should open the exact listing for their post rather than relying on a general summary.
The round is part of the wider federal Balochistan quota recruitment drive, under which ministries and divisions were directed to advertise vacant BS-01 to BS-15 posts quickly, with the overall exercise to be completed before 30 November 2026. That context explains why several federal bodies, including PIMS, have advertised Balochistan quota rounds in the same week.
How to Apply for NIH Jobs 2026
Visit the National Job Portal, open the Balochistan recruitment section, and select the NIH post you are eligible for. Complete the online form and submit it within the announced window. Keep your domicile certificate, educational documents, and CNIC details ready before you start, since an incomplete form may not be accepted.
The advertisement allows 15 days from publication, and the NJP-linked listings give 16 November 2026 as the closing date. Submit your application by 16 November to be safe, and do not rely on any later date calculated from the window.
What Makes These Posts Worth Applying For
A post at NIH carries the standing of a federal government job inside a respected scientific institution. The Assistant Scientific Officer role in particular is a strong opening for science graduates from Balochistan, since federal scientific posts in the province’s quota are advertised only rarely.
The Quetta-based Assistant post is equally notable. It gives Balochistan candidates a federal post in their own province, attached to an institute that has now merged into NIH, with the administrative experience that such a role provides.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for NIH jobs 2026?
16 November 2026, as listed on the National Job Portal.
How many posts are open?
Three posts, one seat each.
Where are the posts located?
Assistant Scientific Officer and Junior Technician are based in Islamabad; the Assistant post is listed in Quetta.
Who is eligible?
Only candidates holding a Balochistan domicile.
Can I apply by hand or by post?
No. Applications are accepted online only, through the National Job Portal.
What is the advertisement reference?
PID(I)4061/26.
Fraud warning: NIH never asks applicants to pay any fee for a job application, and no middleman can arrange your appointment. Use only the National Job Portal, and ignore anyone who demands money for an NIH post.
To apply for this job please visit njp.gov.pk.