Pakistan Navy War College Research Associate Jobs 2026 – Maritime Centre of Excellence, Lahore

The Maritime Centre of Excellence at the Pakistan Navy War College in Lahore has announced one contractual research post: Research Associate (Research Faculty). The advertisement, referenced PID(I)3365/26, appeared in the Daily Dawn on 28 October 2026. It is a single seat for a researcher with an MPhil or MS degree in International Relations, Political Science, Defence and Strategic Studies, or an equivalent subject.

The post is based at the Naval Complex in Walton, Lahore, and the pay is described as commensurate with qualification and experience at a BPS-17 reference level — no fixed salary figure is printed. Applications are made by email only: one CV sent to the centre’s address before the closing date. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.

Last Date to Apply: Before Thursday, 12 November 2026 — see the date note below for a conflicting date reported elsewhere.

Important Dates for Pakistan Navy War College Jobs 2026

Date note (honest flag): The advertisement’s own wording, as carried by two independent listings, is “before Thursday, 12 November 2026” — and 12 November 2026 is indeed a Thursday, which supports that date. One roundup header reports 17 November 2026 instead, but 17 November is a Tuesday, not a Thursday, so that figure looks like a header error. This post uses 12 November 2026; apply early to be safe.

Email note (honest flag): Three sources, including the parent brief, give the address as mcecapkistan@gmail.com. One listing prints it as mcepakistan@gmail.com (without “ca”). The majority spelling is used here; if your email bounces, check the printed advertisement before resending.

Eligibility Criteria — Who Can Apply

• Education: MPhil or MS (18 years of education) from an HEC-recognised university, with a minimum CGPA of 3.0.
• Subject: International Relations, Political Science, Defence & Strategic Studies, or an equivalent subject.
• Age: Not more than 35 years on 1 December 2026. Note that the age is measured on that December date, not on the application date.
• Research experience: Preference is given to candidates with proven research experience in a related subject — but it is a preference, not a separate eligibility bar. A candidate with the right degree and CGPA still meets the printed criteria without prior research work.
• Skills: Strong academic writing and research skills, since the role involves producing papers, briefs and studies to a publishable standard.
• Nationality: Pakistani nationals, as per the advertisement.

What the Research Associate Will Do

• Carry out research for the Maritime Centre of Excellence on maritime, strategic and international-relations subjects.
• Write and check research papers, briefs and studies to a publishable standard.
• Support the centre’s faculty research and academic programmes.
• Present research findings clearly to faculty and visiting audiences when required.
• Keep research records and sources organised and properly referenced.

Documents Checklist

• One CV stating your degree, subject, CGPA, university and any related research experience plainly (one listing specifies a one-page CV).
• CNIC copy.
• MPhil/MS degree and transcript showing the CGPA.
• Any research work, publications or experience certificates you wish to show.
• Keep a copy of the sent email for your record.

Why Apply for the Maritime Centre of Excellence Post

For a young MPhil or MS graduate in International Relations, Political Science or Strategic Studies, this is a rare chance to do full-time research inside a naval academic institution rather than in a university department. The work — maritime affairs, strategy and international relations — is a specialised field, and a research associate stint at the War College carries real weight on an academic CV. The post is contractual, so applicants should weigh that against the experience value, but for someone building a research career in strategic studies, the exposure to the centre’s faculty and programmes is the main reward.

How to Apply for Pakistan Navy War College Jobs 2026

• Prepare one CV that states your degree, subject, CGPA, university and related research experience clearly.
• Email the CV to mcecapkistan@gmail.com before Thursday, 12 November 2026.
• Send only one CV, as the notice asks.
• Keep a copy of the sent email.
• Wait for shortlisting — only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview, and no TA/DA is admissible.
• For inquiries, contact 042-66960793 or WhatsApp 0326-2200170.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many posts are announced?
One post: Research Associate (Research Faculty) at the Maritime Centre of Excellence, Pakistan Navy War College, Lahore.

What is the last date to apply?
Before Thursday, 12 November 2026. One roundup header reports 17 November, but the ad’s own wording and the weekday check support 12 November.

What qualification is required?
MPhil/MS (18 years) with a minimum CGPA of 3.0 in International Relations, Political Science, Defence & Strategic Studies or an equivalent subject, from an HEC-recognised university.

Is research experience compulsory?
No. It is preferred, not a separate eligibility bar.

What is the age limit?
Not more than 35 years on 1 December 2026.

How do I apply?
By email only: send one CV to mcecapkistan@gmail.com. There is no online portal or postal route for this post.

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