National Database and Registration Authority · Official Recruitment 2026

Executive Director / Director General Jobs at NADRA Pakistan – Apply Now

National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) invites applications for the post of Executive Director / Director General – N@DIR in Islamabad on a contract basis.

📋 Job Summary

Executive Director / Director General Jobs at NADRA Pakistan. The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) is Pakistan’s premier government authority responsible for maintaining the national database, issuing CNICs and implementing digital identity solutions. It works under the Ministry of Interior & Anti-Narcotics Control and is widely recognized for its large-scale, technology-driven systems.

NADRA is inviting online applications under Regulation 9, 10 and 11 of the NADRA Employees (Service) Regulations, 2002, for multiple contractual positions at its Islamabad headquarters and Lahore regional office. The organization is also establishing N@DIR (National Institute for Demographics and Identity Research), a national research and technology institute for biometrics, digital identity, registration-process research, independent testing and sovereign ABIS/AFIS technologies. The post of Executive Director / Director General – N@DIR is open to qualified candidates who meet the criteria below.

🧬 Research Leadership (N@DIR)

• Application Method: Interested candidates must apply online through the official NADRA Careers Portal at careers.nadra.gov.pk.
• Age Relaxation: Five (05) years of general age relaxation is already included in the age limit. No additional age relaxation will be allowed.
• Government Employees: Candidates working in Government / Semi-Government organizations must apply through proper channel and submit a valid NOC at the time of application.
• Documents: Candidates must provide complete and accurate information. Selected candidates will be required to provide Medical Fitness and Character Certificates.
• Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the test or interview.
• No TA/DA: No TA/DA will be admissible for the test or interview.
• Contract Basis: These are purely contractual positions. Selected candidates will neither get any entitlement of permanent appointment nor be regularized automatically.
• Disqualification: Providing false information will result in disqualification at any stage.
• Equal Opportunity: NADRA encourages females, minorities, transgenders and differently-abled candidates to apply.
• Prohibited Items: Electronic gadgets such as mobile phones and smartwatches are not allowed during the test or interview.
• Deadline: The deadline for submission of applications is 25 October 2026, and only online applications will be accepted.

• CNIC
• Educational certificates / degrees (HEC-attested where required)
• Experience certificates
• Recent photograph
• Valid NOC (for government / semi-government employees)
• Medical Fitness and Character Certificates (required from selected candidates)

• Only online applications submitted through the NADRA Careers Portal will be accepted.
• Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
• Provide complete and accurate information; any misrepresentation will result in disqualification.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the test or interview.
• Check the NADRA Careers Portal regularly for updates.

• Premier Government Organization: Work with Pakistan’s leading database and registration authority.
• Technology-Driven Environment: Gain exposure to large-scale data management, digital identity systems and AI/ML research.
• National Impact: Contribute to Pakistan’s national identity infrastructure and research initiatives.
• Competitive Compensation: Market-based salary packages as per government scales.
• Career Growth: Structured pathways and professional development.
• Equal Opportunity: NADRA encourages females, minorities, transgenders and differently-abled candidates to apply.
• Nationwide Presence: Opportunities across Pakistan, including Islamabad and Lahore.

📞 Contact Information

HR Directorate – National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA)

📍 Address: State Bank of Pakistan, Shahrah-e-Jamhuriat, Sector G-5/2, Islamabad

🌐 Website: www.nadra.gov.pk

🌐 Careers Portal: https://careers.nadra.gov.pk

Q: How do I apply for the Executive Director / Director General – N@DIR job at NADRA and what is the last date?

Apply online through the official NADRA Careers Portal at careers.nadra.gov.pk. The last date is 25 October 2026, and only online applications will be accepted.

Q: Is the Executive Director / Director General – N@DIR post permanent or contract based?

These are purely contractual positions for 3 years, extendable. Selected candidates get no entitlement to permanent appointment and will not be regularized automatically.

Q: What qualification is required for the Executive Director / Director General – N@DIR post?

Master’s / MS / MPhil degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer / Electrical / Electronics Engineering, Information Technology, Data Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Cybersecurity, Biometrics, Computer Vision, Digital Identity or a closely related discipline from an HEC-recognized institution (degrees must be attested by HEC).

Q: How much experience is required for Executive Director / Director General – N@DIR at NADRA?

Not specified in the advertisement; please check the full notice on the NADRA Careers Portal.

Q: What is the age limit for the Executive Director / Director General – N@DIR post?

The advertised age limit is: Maximum 55 Years.

Q: Where is the Executive Director / Director General – N@DIR job located?

The post is based in Islamabad, Pakistan. It is Islamabad-based, with nationwide visits where required.

Q: Which documents are needed to apply for Executive Director / Director General – N@DIR?

Keep your CNIC, HEC-attested degrees, experience certificates and a recent photograph ready. Government or semi-government employees must submit a valid NOC, and selected candidates must provide Medical Fitness and Character Certificates. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the test or interview, and no TA/DA is admissible.

Q: What does a Executive Director / Director General – N@DIR do at NADRA?

The post holder provides strategic, scientific and institutional leadership for N@DIR and leads its national research programme. The full list of duties is given in the job responsibilities section above.

Q: What is the salary of Executive Director / Director General – N@DIR at NADRA?

The advertisement does not state the salary; pay is as per a market-based lump-sum package under the PAVE Program.

Q: How many Executive Director / Director General – N@DIR posts are advertised by NADRA?

The advertisement does not state the number of vacancies for this post.

Q: Can I apply for the Executive Director / Director General – N@DIR job by courier?

No. Only online applications submitted through the National Job Portal (NJP) are accepted.

Q: What is the last date for NADRA Jobs 2026?

The last date for this post is 25 October 2026.

Q: Is TA/DA given to candidates called for the test or interview?

No. The advertisement states that no TA/DA will be admissible.

Apply before the last date. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.