National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA) · 14 Vacancies Recruitment 2026

Junior Analyst (AI) Jobs at NACTA Pakistan

3 vacancy/vacancies for Junior Analyst (AI) (BS-17), contract-based, at Islamabad. Apply online via the National Jobs Portal.

📋 Job Summary

Junior Analyst (AI) Jobs at NACTA Pakistan. The National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA) is Pakistan’s federal apex body for coordinating and implementing the country’s counter-terrorism and counter-extremism strategy. It works across intelligence analysis, policy coordination, and operational monitoring functions based out of Islamabad.

This recruitment drive covers 14 contract-based vacancies across analyst, data science, and AI-focused roles, reflecting NACTA’s growing emphasis on data-driven and technology-enabled counter-terrorism analysis. It offers qualified graduates a route into a specialized federal security institution.

🤖 AI & Data Positions

📞 Contact Information

National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA)

Director (HR/Admin)

📞 Phone: 051-9217173

📍 Address: National Counter Terrorism Authority, Khayaban-e-Suhrawardy, G-7/1, Islamabad

🌐 Apply Online: www.njp.gov.pk/jobs/live

Q: What is the last date to apply for the Junior Analyst (AI) (Sr. No. 8) post at NACTA?

The last date to submit an online application for Junior Analyst (AI) is 05 October 2026. No manual or hard copy applications are accepted.

Q: Is the Junior Analyst (AI) position permanent or contract-based?

The Junior Analyst (AI) post is a contract appointment, initially for 6 months, and is likely to be made permanent based on performance evaluation.

Q: What qualification is required for Junior Analyst (AI) (Sr. No. 8)?

Candidates applying for this post must hold 16 years of education in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, IT, Software Engineering, Data Science, Cyber Security, or Software Programming from an HEC-approved institution; experience in developing and managing AI/ML-driven applications is preferred.

Q: What is the age limit for Junior Analyst (AI) (Sr. No. 8)?

The advertised age limit for this post is 30+5=35 Years. The advertisement’s Important Instructions separately mention that a general 15-year age relaxation is already included per federal rules, while each post’s own row states the limit as “30+5=35 years” (i.e. a 5-year relaxation on a base age of 30). Both figures are printed as-is in the source advertisement; candidates should confirm the applicable age limit for this specific post on the official NJP listing.

Q: Is there a quota applicable to the Junior Analyst (AI) (Sr. No. 8) post?

Yes, as printed in the advertisement, the quota for this post is: Punjab = 1, Sindh (Urban) = 1, Balochistan = 1.

Q: Do government employees need extra documents to apply for Junior Analyst (AI)?

Yes, government employees must apply through the proper channel and produce a Departmental Permission Certificate at the interview stage.

Q: Is security clearance required for Junior Analyst (AI)?

Yes, final selection for this post is subject to security clearance from the relevant authorities.

Q: How can I apply for NACTA Junior Analyst (AI) (Sr. No. 8) jobs 2026?

Candidates apply online only, through the National Jobs Portal at njp.gov.pk/jobs/live, before 05 October 2026. Candidates applying for more than one post must apply separately for each.

Q: How many vacancies are there for Junior Analyst (AI) (Sr. No. 8) at NACTA?

The advertisement lists 3 vacancy/vacancies for this post at BS-17, under Sr. No. 8 of the advertisement.

Q: What BPS scale is the Junior Analyst (AI) (Sr. No. 8) post?

This post is advertised at BS-17.

Q: Can NACTA change the number of vacancies for Junior Analyst (AI)?

Yes, NACTA reserves the right not to fill any vacancy or to reduce/increase the number of vacancies.

Q: What documents are verified for Junior Analyst (AI) candidates?

Original documents are required and verified at the interview stage; submitting false or forged information leads to cancellation at any stage.

Q: Where is the Junior Analyst (AI) position based?

This post is based at NACTA’s office in Islamabad, Pakistan.

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