WAPDA (Water and Power Development Authority) has announced WAPDA Jobs 2026 new job opportunities for qualified and eligible candidates across Pakistan. Applications are invited for 141 vacancies on a regular basis in different departments.
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These opportunities are available for candidates with qualifications in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Geology, Geophysics, HR, Project Management and Public Relations.
Interested candidates can apply online through the Central Testing Services (CTS) website. The recruitment process will include a written test conducted by CTS and interviews conducted by WAPDA.
Available Positions and Eligibility Criteria- WAPDA Jobs 2026
WAPDA is offering the following positions under its latest recruitment advertisement.
| Sr. No. | Post | BPS | No. of Posts | Qualification / Experience | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) | 17 | 67 | B.E / B.Sc. Civil Engineering from an HEC-recognized university with minimum 2.0 CGPA out of 4. Valid PEC registration as a Civil Engineer is required. | 21–33 |
| 2 | Assistant Executive Engineer (Electrical) | 17 | 25 | B.E / B.Sc. Electrical Engineering from an HEC-recognized university with minimum 2.0 CGPA out of 4. Valid PEC registration as an Electrical Engineer is required. | 21–33 |
| 3 | Assistant Executive Engineer (Mechanical) | 17 | 16 | B.E / B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering from an HEC-recognized university with minimum 2.0 CGPA out of 4. Valid PEC registration as a Mechanical Engineer is required. | 21–33 |
| 4 | Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) | 17 | 06 | B.E / B.Sc. Electronics Engineering from an HEC-recognized university with minimum 2.0 CGPA out of 4. Valid PEC registration as an Electronics Engineer is required. | 21–33 |
| 5 | Junior Seismologist / Geophysicist | 17 | 04 | M.Sc. Geophysics / Seismology (2nd Division or 2.0 CGPA out of 4) OR a 4-year / 8-semester Honours degree in Seismology / Geophysics with minimum 2.0 CGPA. | 21–33 |
| 6 | Junior Geologist | 17 | 09 | M.Sc. Geology (2nd Division or 2.0 CGPA out of 4) OR a 4-year / 8-semester Honours degree in Geology with minimum 2.0 CGPA. | 21–33 |
| 7 | Research Officer (Hydraulics) | 17 | 01 | B.E / B.Sc. Civil Engineering from an HEC-recognized university with minimum 2.0 CGPA out of 4. Valid PEC registration is required. | 21–33 |
| 8 | Assistant Director (HR&A) | 17 | 09 | MBA / MPA / Master’s in HRM / MS Project Management / BBA (Hons) / BS (Hons) in Management, Management & Technology or Project Management from an HEC-recognized university with 2nd Division or minimum 2.0 CGPA. | 21–33 |
| 9 | Assistant Director (Public Relations) | 17 | 04 | MA Journalism with at least 2nd Division and 3 years’ experience as a Journalist OR a 4-year / 8-semester Honours degree in Public Relations with 3 years’ experience as a Journalist. | 21–33 |
Province-Wise Quota Details- WAPDA Jobs 2026
The following table provides the available vacancies according to provincial and regional quotas.
| Sr. No. | Post | Quota Distribution |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil) | Open Merit: 04; Punjab Open: 24; Punjab Women: 02; Punjab Minority: 07; Sindh Rural Open: 06; Sindh Rural Women: 01; Sindh Urban Open: 04; KPK Open: 12; Balochistan Open: 02; Balochistan Minority: 01; FATA / GB Open: 03; FATA / GB Minority: 01 |
| 2 | Assistant Executive Engineer (Electrical) | Punjab Open: 14; Sindh Rural Open: 02; Sindh Urban Open: 02; Sindh Urban Minority: 01; KPK Minority: 01; Balochistan Open: 03; FATA / GB Women: 01; FATA / GB Minority: 01 |
| 3 | Assistant Executive Engineer (Mechanical) | Punjab Open: 09; Sindh Rural Open: 01; Sindh Rural Minority: 01; Sindh Urban Open: 01; Sindh Urban Women: 01; Balochistan Open: 01; Balochistan Women: 01; KPK Minority: 01 |
| 4 | Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics) | Punjab Open: 05; Sindh Urban Open: 01 |
| 5 | Junior Seismologist / Geophysicist | Punjab Open: 03; Sindh Urban Open: 01 |
| 6 | Junior Geologist | Punjab Open: 05; Punjab Women: 01; Punjab Minority: 01; Sindh Rural Open: 01; KPK Open: 01 |
| 7 | Research Officer (Hydraulics) | Sindh Rural Open: 01 |
| 8 | Assistant Director (HR&A) | Punjab Open: 06; Sindh Urban Open: 02; KPK Open: 01 |
| 9 | Assistant Director (Public Relations) | Punjab Open: 03; Balochistan Open: 01 |
Age Limit and Relaxation- WAPDA Jobs 2026
The general age limit for all advertised positions is 21 to 33 years. The following additional age relaxations are mentioned in the advertisement:
- 3 years’ age relaxation for candidates belonging to minorities, recognized tribes of tribal areas, Gilgit-Balochistan and Azad Kashmir.
- 10 years’ age relaxation for Government and WAPDA employees who have completed at least two years of continuous regular service by the closing date.
- Age will be calculated on the last date of application submission.
Note: General age relaxation has already been included in the advertised age limit.
How to Apply for WAPDA Jobs 2026?
Interested and eligible candidates can apply through the Central Testing Services (CTS) website by following these steps:
- Visit the official CTS website: www.ctspak.com.
- Find the WAPDA Jobs 2026 advertisement.
- Select the position for which you meet the eligibility criteria.
- Complete the online application form with accurate information.
- Download the prescribed bank challan and pay the application fee of Rs. 200.
- Payment can be made through Bank Alfalah, UBL, MCB or Bank Islami branches. Candidates may also deposit the fee through banking applications into the CTS bank account.
- Print the submitted application form.
- Attach attested copies of educational documents, CNIC, domicile, experience certificates (where applicable), two recent passport-size photographs and the original fee challan.
- Send the application documents through courier or Pakistan Post to the following address.
Application Submission Address:
Central Testing Services (CTS)
414, F2, Jeff Heights, Main Boulevard, Gulberg-III, Lahore, Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How many vacancies are announced in WAPDA Jobs 2026?
WAPDA has announced a total of 141 vacancies for different professional positions.
2. What is the BPS of WAPDA Jobs 2026?
All advertised positions are in Basic Pay Scale BPS-17.
3. What is the required age limit?
The advertised age limit is 21 to 33 years, with additional relaxation for eligible categories.
4. What is the application fee?
Candidates are required to pay Rs. 200 as a testing fee to CTS.
5. What is the last date to apply?
Candidates must submit their applications within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication. Check the original advertisement for the exact closing date.
6. Where can candidates apply online?
Candidates can apply through the official CTS website: www.ctspak.com.
Conclusion
WAPDA Jobs 2026 offer an excellent opportunity for engineers, geologists, HR professionals and public relations specialists seeking regular government employment in Pakistan. Candidates who meet the required educational qualifications, experience and age criteria should carefully review the advertisement and submit their applications before the closing date.
