Pakistan Railways Karachi Division Jobs 2026 for Pointsman, Gateman, Wireman & Others Latest

Pakistan Railways Karachi Division Jobs 2026: Apply for 200+ Technical & Operational Vacancies

Pakistan Railways (Karachi Division) has officially announced multiple job openings for 2026, targeting technical and operational roles. These positions are on a two-year contract basis and are specifically open to candidates residing in the districts falling under the Karachi Division.

If you have a background in technical trades or have completed your Matric/Middle education, this is a prime opportunity to join the national carrier.

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Key Vacancies and Qualifications

Most technical roles (BPS-6) require a Matriculation (2nd Division) and a one-year diploma or certificate in the relevant trade from a government-recognized institute.

• Pointsman (BPS-5): 70 Vacancies — Requires Matric (2nd Div).

• Gateman (BPS-2): 48 Vacancies — Requires Middle-pass qualification.

• Fitter (BPS-6): 47 Vacancies — Requires Matric + Trade Diploma.

• Electrical Examiner (BPS-6): 05 Vacancies — Requires Matric + Trade Diploma.

• Welder (BPS-6): 08 Vacancies (across multiple departments) — Requires Matric + Trade Diploma.

• Other Roles: Carpenter, Turner, Tinsmith, and Wireman.

 

Eligibility Criteria

• Age Limit: 18 to 25 years, plus a 5-year general age relaxation, making the upper age limit 30 years.

• Domicile (Karachi Division): Residents of Karachi, Thatta, Tharparkar, Umerkot, Jamshoro, Sanghar, Dadu, Tando Allahyar, Badin, Hyderabad, Mirpurkhas, Tando Muhammad Khan, Matiari, and Sujawal are eligible to apply.

• Gender: Open to Male, Female, and Transgender candidates (depending on the specific post's requirements).

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How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide

The application process is strictly offline via Registered Post or Courier. Hand-delivered applications will not be processed.

1. Prepare the Application: Attach attested copies of your educational certificates, CNIC, Domicile, Character Certificate, and three passport-sized photos.

2. Postal Order: For categories 1 to 9, include a Postal Order of Rs. 500/- in the name of "Divisional Personnel Officer, PR, Karachi".

3. Envelope Details: Clearly write your phone number, complete address, category applied for, and quota on the top of the envelope.

4. Submission Address: Send your application to:

   Office of the Divisional Superintendent, Pakistan Railways, Karachi (Chundrigar Road, Karachi).

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Important Dates & Quotas

• Closing Date: Applications must reach the office within 20 days of the advertisement publication date (March 21, 2026).

• Recruitment Quotas: * Open Merit: 40%

  • Sons/Daughters of Railway Employees: 20%

  • Minorities: 05%

  • Orphans: 05%