Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority OGRA Jobs 2026 for Lead Data Scientist

Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority OGRA Jobs 2026 for Lead Data Scientist

The Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (OGRA), a regulatory body of the Government of Pakistan, invites applications from suitable candidates for appointment to executive positions in Islamabad. OGRA is seeking a qualified, dynamic, and experienced professional for the position of Lead Data Scientist (E-3) to drive data-driven decision-making, predictive modeling, and advanced analytics in the energy regulatory domain.

This opportunity offers a career in the public sector with selection made purely on a merit basis while observing provincial quotas. Detailed job descriptions and technical responsibilities are accessible via OGRA's official digital portal.

List of Vacancies

• Lead Data Scientist (E-3)

Terms & Conditions

• Educational Qualification: Master’s or Bachelor’s degree (minimum 16 years of education) in Data Science, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or an equivalent degree from an HEC-recognized institute.

• Experience Required: Minimum 8 years of post-qualification experience in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, or Predictive Modeling. Preference may be given to candidates with working experience in Government and Autonomous bodies combined with relevant domain experience.

• Age Limit & Relaxation: The maximum age limit is 40 years. The maximum age limit may be relaxed with the approval of the Authority by a maximum period of 3 years only.

• Merit & Quota: Selection will be made strictly on merit, and provincial quotas will be observed.

• Government Employees: Persons serving in Government, Semi-Government, Autonomous, or Semi-Autonomous bodies/Corporations must apply through proper channels. If selected, they must resign or seek retirement from their current organization before joining OGRA.

• Shortlisting & TA/DA: Only the most suitable shortlisted candidates will be called for tests/interviews. No TA/DA will be admissible for attending tests or interviews.

• Rejection Criteria: Applications that are improperly filled, incomplete, or submitted without requisite supporting documents will not be entertained.

• Authority Rights: The Competent Authority reserves the right to accept or reject applications or scrap the recruitment process without assigning any reason.

How to Apply

1. Download the prescribed application form from the official OGRA website at www.ogra.org.pk.

2. Fill out and complete a typed copy of the downloaded application form.

3. Attach required attested supporting documents:

   • One recent passport-size photograph

   • Attested copies of Academic Certificates and Degrees

   • Attested copies of Experience Certificates

   • Attested copy of Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC)

   • Attested copy of Domicile Certificate

4. Clearly mark the applied post title ("Lead Data Scientist E-3") on top of the submission envelope.

5. Send the application dossier by post to the following address:

   HR Department, Oil & Gas Regulatory Authority (Head Office), Plot No. 37 & 39, G-10/4, Mauve Area, Service Road (South), Islamabad.

Last Date to Apply

Complete application packages sent by post must reach the HR Department at the OGRA Head Office in Islamabad on or before September 12, 2026 (12-09-2026).

Applications received after this date will not be accepted.