WAPDA Job Opportunities 2026 – Decade of Dams
The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) has announced a massive recruitment drive for 2026 under the “Decade of Dams” initiative. This latest advertisement features hundreds of vacancies for technical, administrative, and medical professionals across various power wings and projects including Tarbela, Mangla, and Ghazi Barotha.
Job Overview
WAPDA is seeking disciplined and skilled individuals for roles ranging from BPS-01 to BPS-15. These positions are initially on a one-year probation/contract basis, likely to be regularized based on performance and organization requirements.
Department & Project Scope
Vacancies are available in multiple divisions:
- Power Wing: Operations & Maintenance (O&M) at Tarbela, Mangla, and Ghazi Barotha.
- Common Services: Finance, Audit, and HR divisions.
- Medical Services: WAPDA hospitals and dispensaries.
- Special Projects: Diamer Basha Dam Project (DBDP).
Basic Information Table
| Job Detail | Information |
| Organization | Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) |
| Testing Agency | Central Testing Services (CTS Pak) |
| Location | All Pakistan (Lahore, Tarbela, Mangla, etc.) |
| Post Date | February 15, 2026 |
| Last Date | March 2, 2026 |
| Application Fee | PKR 170/- |
Available Positions (Selected List)
| Post Name | BPS | Qualification |
| Advisor (CHMP) | – | Masters in Architecture/Archeology (DBDP Chilas) |
| Junior Technician (Mech/Elect) | 14 | DAE in relevant technology |
| Assistant / Auditor | 15 | B.Com / Higher Secondary |
| Staff Nurse | 15 | Registered Grade-A Nurse |
| Stenographer / Computer Typist | 14/12 | Intermediate + Typing/Shorthand speed |
| LTV Driver | 06 | Matric + Valid LTV License |
Eligibility Criteria
- Education: Qualifications range from Primary/Matric (for support staff) to DAE/Bachelors/Masters (for technical and officer roles).
- Age Limit: Generally 18 to 30 years. Specific roles like Advisor allow up to 62 years.
- Relaxation: 05 years general age relaxation is already included in the limits. Additional relaxation for minorities and scheduled castes as per rules.
- Quota: Open merit, Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan, AJK, and Gilgit-Baltistan quotas are strictly followed.
Salary & Benefits
WAPDA offers a competitive market-based pay package. For BPS roles, salaries include basic pay plus various allowances (House Rent, Medical, Utilities) in the range of PKR 40,000 to 150,000 monthly depending on the scale and location.
Application Procedure
- Download the application form and fee challan from the CTS Pak website: www.ctspak.com.
- Pay the test fee of PKR 170/- at any branch of Bank Alfalah, UBL, MCB, or Allied Bank.
- Send the completed application form along with the paid challan, CNIC copy, and 2 recent photos to: Central Testing Services, Office #414, F2, Jefferson Heights, Main Boulevard, Gulberg-III, Lahore.
- For the Advisor (CHMP) position, applications must be sent directly to the Director (Recruitment), B-26 WAPDA House, Lahore.
Important Instructions
Original documents will be checked at the time of the interview.
Only applications sent via courier/postal service will be accepted.
Do not forget to mention the post applied for on the top right corner of the envelope.
Government employees must apply through the proper channel (NOC).
