Pakistan Railways · Balochistan Quota 2026

Pakistan Railways Vacancies 2026 – 800+

Pakistan Railways has announced 829 vacancies under the Balochistan Quota, with 805 posts for Quetta Division and 24 for the Railways Headquarters. 55 positions (789 posts), including 468 Gangman posts, are listed below.

📍 Quetta Division & HQ
🚆 Pakistan Railways
📋 829 Vacancies · 55 Positions Listed
🗂️ 10% Women · 5% Minorities Quota
⏳ Deadline: 11 November 2026

📋 Job Summary

Organization	Pakistan Railways Headquarter Office, Government of Pakistan
Initiative	Balochistan Quota (Balochistan domicile holders)
Total Vacancies	829 vacancies announced (Grade 1 to Grade 16)
Positions Listed Below	55 positions with 789 posts
Distribution	805 posts for Quetta Division, 24 posts for Railways Headquarters
Location	Quetta Division & Headquarters
Job Type	Contract
Quotas	10% for Baloch women, 5% for minorities
Date Posted	29 October 2026
Last Date to Apply	11 November 2026
How to Apply	Online through the National Job Portal (NJP)
Source	JobsLeap.com

About Pakistan Railways

Pakistan Railways Vacancies 2026. Pakistan Railways is the national railway network of Pakistan, carrying passengers and freight across the country and employing staff in traffic, civil engineering, mechanical, electrical, signal, telecom and medical departments. Its Quetta Division serves Balochistan, where track maintenance, level crossings, workshops and stations depend on a large field workforce.

Pakistan Railways has now approved a recruitment drive of 829 vacancies (Grade 1 to Grade 16) under the Balochistan Quota. Of these, 805 posts are for Quetta Division and 24 for the Railways Headquarters. A 10% quota is reserved for Baloch women and 5% for minorities, and special exemptions from written examinations and screening tests have been approved for certain recruitment categories. The recruitment process is to be completed before 30 November 2026.

Positions by Department

The positions below are grouped by railway department. They add up to 789 posts out of the 829 vacancies announced, so candidates should also check the NJP advertisement for any further posts not listed here.

🚉 Traffic, Commercial & General Administration

14 Positions · 70 Posts

Position	BPS	Posts	Qualification	Key Duties
ASM/Gr-I	BPS-14	04	BA/BSc 2nd Division with 6-month computer course	Control train movement at the station, issue signals and keep accurate station records.
LDC/Genl Admn	BPS-11	04	FA/FSc 2nd Division with computer course (female candidates can apply)	Type correspondence, maintain files and registers and handle routine clerical work.
TCR Gr-I	BPS-05	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Assist in ticket checking and revenue-related work as assigned by the traffic staff.
Pointsman/Traffic	BPS-05	16	Matric (2nd Division)	Operate points and signals on the track, assist in shunting and ensure safe train movement.
Jeep Driver	BPS-05	04	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Drive official jeeps safely for officers and maintain the vehicle logbook.
Waiting Room Bearer	BPS-01	02	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Keep waiting rooms clean and serve passengers with courtesy.
RR Bearer	BPS-01	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Serve staff and guests at the Railway Rest House and keep rooms tidy.
RR Cook	BPS-01	02	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Prepare meals for guests at the Railway Rest House with proper hygiene.
Box Porter	BPS-01	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Handle luggage and parcels and assist in loading and unloading at the station.
Sweeper/Traffic	BPS-01	13	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Clean platforms, station buildings and waiting areas every day.
Sweeper Sanitation	BPS-01	06	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Clean toilets and sanitation facilities and remove waste from railway premises.
Store Chowkidar	BPS-01	07	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Guard store premises and materials and report any theft or damage.
Chowkidar/Genl Admn	BPS-01	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Watch over office buildings and property and maintain a security log.
Naib Qasid/Genl. Admn	BPS-01	08	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Carry files and messages, serve officers and assist in daily office work.

🏗️ Civil Engineering & Works

11 Positions · 538 Posts

Position	BPS	Posts	Qualification	Key Duties
Sub Engineer/Civil	BPS-11	02	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Inspect track and structures, prepare measurements and supervise civil maintenance works.
Sub Engineer/Drawing/HQ/Division	BPS-11	02	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Prepare and update engineering drawings and maintain the drawing records.
Store Issuer (Civil)	BPS-05	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Receive and issue civil stores against proper requisitions and maintain stock registers.
Carpenter/Civil	BPS-05	02	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Carry out carpentry repairs in railway buildings and quarters.
Pipe Fitter/Civil	BPS-05	02	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Install and repair water pipes and fittings in stations and colonies.
Gatekeeper/Civil	BPS-02	20	Middle; domicile of relevant districts of Railway Quetta Division only	Operate level-crossing gates safely and stop road traffic when trains pass.
Gangman/Civil	BPS-02	468	Primary; domicile of relevant districts of Railway Quetta Division only	Maintain and repair railway track by packing, aligning and inspecting rails and sleepers.
Sweeper/Civil	BPS-01	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Keep civil engineering offices and surroundings clean.
Works Muawan (Civil)	BPS-01	25	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Assist skilled staff in civil works, carrying materials and helping in repairs.
Bridge Muawan	BPS-01	12	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Help in inspection, cleaning and maintenance of railway bridges.
Trollyman	BPS-01	03	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Operate inspection trolleys on the track and help in line inspections.

⚙️ Mechanical (Locomotive, Carriage & Wagon)

11 Positions · 124 Posts

Position	BPS	Posts	Qualification	Key Duties
Sub-Engineer/Mechanical	BPS-11	08	Matric (2nd Division, Science) with 3-year DAE in Mechanical	Supervise repair and maintenance of locomotives, coaches and wagons and keep technical records.
Diesel Fitter Mechanical	BPS-06	11	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Repair and overhaul diesel locomotive engines and mechanical parts.
Fitter/RTL	BPS-06	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Fit, adjust and repair mechanical components in the workshop.
Welder (C&W)	BPS-06	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Weld and repair metal parts of coaches and wagons.
Carpenter (C&W)	BPS-06	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Repair wooden fittings and interiors of coaches.
Muawan Mechanical Loco	BPS-01	36	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Assist fitters and technicians in locomotive maintenance work.
Crane Muawan	BPS-01	06	Matric (2nd Division)	Assist the crane operator in lifting and handling heavy loads safely.
Muawan Mechanical C&W	BPS-01	28	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Help staff in the examination and repair of coaches and wagons.
Carriage Cleaner	BPS-01	21	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Clean the inside and outside of passenger coaches.
Sweeper Loco	BPS-01	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Keep locomotive sheds and workshop areas clean.
Sweeper (C&W)	BPS-01	10	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Clean coach and wagon workshops and yards.

⚡ Electrical & Power

12 Positions · 37 Posts

Position	BPS	Posts	Qualification	Key Duties
Sub Engineer/Electrical	BPS-11	03	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Inspect electrical installations and supervise repair and maintenance work.
Wireman/RTL	BPS-06	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Install and repair electrical wiring and fittings in the workshop.
Diesel Wireman Electrician (Loco)	BPS-06	10	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Maintain and repair electrical systems of diesel locomotives.
Electrical Examiner/Electrical	BPS-06	05	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Examine electrical equipment, find defects and report repairs needed.
Fitter/Power Ven	BPS-06	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Fit and repair mechanical parts of power plant and ventilation equipment.
Switch Board Attendant/Electric Power	BPS-05	02	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Operate switchboards and monitor power supply equipment.
Plant Attendant/Power	BPS-03	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Operate and watch power plant machinery and record readings.
Electric Muawan	BPS-01	03	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Help electricians in installation and repair of electric fittings.
Train Lighting Muawan	BPS-01	05	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Assist in maintenance of coach lighting and electrical equipment.
Muawan (OE)/Power Van	BPS-01	03	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Assist in the operation and upkeep of the power van.
Muawan Power	BPS-01	02	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Help staff in power supply maintenance work.
Pump Muawan	BPS-01	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Assist in running and maintaining water pumps.

📡 Signal & Telecommunication

5 Positions · 18 Posts

Position	BPS	Posts	Qualification	Key Duties
Sub-Engineer/Signal	BPS-11	03	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Inspect and maintain signalling equipment and supervise signal repairs.
Sub Engineer/Telecom	BPS-11	02	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Inspect and maintain telecom systems and supervise repair works.
Tech. Telecom	BPS-08	02	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Install, test and repair telecom equipment and lines.
Signal Muawan	BPS-01	09	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Assist signal staff in maintenance and cable work.
Muawan Telecom	BPS-01	02	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Help telecom technicians in line and equipment work.

🩺 Medical

2 Positions · 2 Posts

Position	BPS	Posts	Qualification	Key Duties
X-Ray Assistant (Medical)	BPS-07	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Assist in taking X-rays, maintain films and follow radiation safety rules.
Nurse Daya	BPS-06	01	As per Pakistan Railways rules (confirm on NJP)	Support nursing staff in patient care and keep patient areas clean.

General Terms & Conditions

Domicile: Only candidates with a valid Balochistan local/domicile certificate (relevant districts) are eligible. Gangman and Gatekeeper posts specifically require domicile of the relevant districts of Railway Quetta Division only. Dual domicile or domicile from another province leads to immediate disqualification.
Age limit: The basic age limit is 18 to 30 years, plus 5 years general relaxation, making the upper age limit 35 years. Additional Balochistan-specific relaxation may apply as per the Establishment Division notification dated 22 October 2026.
Quotas: 10% quota for Baloch women and 5% quota for minorities.
Test exemption: Special exemptions from written examinations and screening tests have been approved for certain recruitment categories.
Application method: Apply online through the National Job Portal (NJP).
Documents: Educational certificates, CNIC, Balochistan domicile certificate, character certificate and passport-size photographs with a blue background.
Government employees: Must apply through proper channel with an NOC.
Recruitment timeline: The recruitment process is to be completed before 30 November 2026.

How to Apply

1
Visit the National Job Portal (NJP) at njp.gov.pk/jobs/live.
2
Create a new account or log in with your existing credentials.
3
Search for Pakistan Railways Headquarter Office vacancies (Balochistan Quota) and select the position you are eligible for.
4
Fill in the online form with accurate personal, educational and domicile details.
5
Upload scanned copies of your educational certificates, CNIC, Balochistan domicile certificate, character certificate, passport-size photographs (blue background) and an NOC if you are a government employee.
6
Review everything carefully, submit the application before 11 November 2026 and keep a copy of the confirmation.

Important: Only online applications through NJP are accepted. Incomplete applications or wrong information will lead to disqualification. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Where a qualification is shown as “as per Pakistan Railways rules”, please confirm the exact requirement on the NJP advertisement before applying.

📞 Contact Information

Pakistan Railways Headquarter Office

📍 Address: Empress Road, Lahore

🌐 Website: www.pakrail.gov.pk

🌐 Apply Portal: njp.gov.pk/jobs/live

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is the last date to apply for Pakistan Railways jobs 2026?

The last date to apply is 11 November 2026. All applications must be submitted online through the National Job Portal at njp.gov.pk/jobs/live.

Q: How many vacancies has Pakistan Railways announced under the Balochistan Quota?

Pakistan Railways has announced 829 vacancies, with 805 posts for Quetta Division and 24 posts for the Railways Headquarters. The 55 positions listed in this post total 789 posts.

Q: Who can apply for Gangman and Gatekeeper posts?

Only candidates with domicile of the relevant districts of Railway Quetta Division can apply for these posts. Gangman requires a primary pass and Gatekeeper requires middle.

Q: What is the age limit for Pakistan Railways jobs?

The basic age limit is 18 to 30 years with 5 years general relaxation, so the upper limit is 35 years. Additional Balochistan-specific relaxation may apply as per the Establishment Division notification dated 22 October 2026.

Q: Is there a quota for women and minorities?

Yes. 10% of the posts are reserved for Baloch women and 5% for minorities.

Q: What qualification is required for ASM, LDC and Sub-Engineer Mechanical?

ASM/Gr-I requires BA/BSc 2nd Division with a 6-month computer course. LDC requires FA/FSc 2nd Division with a computer course, and Sub-Engineer/Mechanical requires Matric (2nd Division, Science) with a 3-year DAE in Mechanical.

Q: Which documents are required to apply?

Keep scanned copies of your educational certificates, CNIC, Balochistan domicile certificate, character certificate and passport-size photographs with a blue background ready. Government employees must also attach an NOC.

Q: Will there be a written test for all posts?

Special exemptions from written examinations and screening tests have been approved for certain recruitment categories. Check the NJP advertisement for the test requirement of your position.

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