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New Career Opportunities: Local Government & Community Development Department Jobs 2026

The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has officially announced a range of high-impact career opportunities within the Local Government & Community Development Department under Advertisement No. 05/2026.

If you are a professional in Engineering, Finance, Planning, or Administration, this is your chance to secure a permanent government position (BS-14 to BS-17) and contribute to the urban and rural development of Punjab.

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Available Positions and Eligibility

The current recruitment drive focuses on specialized roles that require specific technical and professional backgrounds. Here is a breakdown of the key roles:

1. District Officer (Planning) / Municipal Officer (Planning) (BS-17)

• Total Posts: 08

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in City & Regional Planning.

• Requirement: Valid registration with the Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planners (PCATP).

• Age Limit: Male (21–35 + 5 = 40 years) | Female (21–35 + 8 = 43 years).

2. Municipal Officer (Finance) / Assistant Director (BS-17)

• Total Posts: 38

• Education: M.Com, MBA (Finance), BBA (Hons), ACMA, ACCA, or CA (First Division).

• Focus: Financial management, auditing, and accountancy for local councils.

3. Building Inspector (BS-14)

• Total Posts: 156 (Large scale hiring!)

• Education: Matriculation (1st Division) with a Diploma of Associate Engineer (DAE) in Civil or Architecture from a recognized Board of Technical Education.

4. Municipal Officer (Infrastructure) / Assistant Engineer (BS-17)

• Total Posts: 29

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering.

• Requirement: Must be a registered Engineer with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC).

5. Chief Officer / Municipal Officer (Regulations) (BS-17)

• Total Posts: 46

• Education: MBA, MPA, or Master’s in Public Policy (First Division).

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Examination Syllabus

Preparation is key to succeeding in the PPSC competitive exams. For these specific technical roles, the syllabus generally follows this pattern:

• Test Type: One paper MCQ-type written test.

• Duration: 90 Minutes.

• Total Marks: 100.

• Content: 100% of the questions will be related to the Prescribed Qualification (Subject-specific knowledge).

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Important Application Details

• Place of Posting: Anywhere in Punjab.

• Gender: Male, Female, and Transgender candidates are all encouraged to apply.

• Domicile: Punjab Province.

• Application Fee: Must be paid via PPSC’s online payment features (JazzCash, EasyPaisa, ATM, or Internet Banking).

How to Apply

To apply, visit the official PPSC portal at www.ppsc.gop.pk. Avoid waiting for the last date to prevent system delays.

Closing Date for Applications: March 27, 2026