Pakistan Railways Jobs 2026: 829 Balochistan Posts, Apply by 11 Nov

Short answer: Pakistan Railways is recruiting for 829 vacancies reserved for the Balochistan quota (805 in the Quetta Division and 24 at headquarters). Applications are accepted only online through the government's National Jobs Portal (njp.gov.pk), and the last date to apply is 11 November 2026. The listings on the portal are contract posts open to candidates with a Balochistan domicile, mostly from BPS-01 to BPS-14, with a maximum age of 35 years.

Updated 29 October 2026 · By the Jobsiz Pakistan Careers Desk

Key facts at a glance

Employer: Pakistan Railways (listed on NJP as "Pakistan Railways Headquarter Office")
Total approved posts: 829 under the Balochistan quota – 805 for the Quetta Division and 24 for headquarters, according to the Federal Minister for Railways
Grades: announced as grades 1 to 16; the portal listings we checked on 29 October run from BPS-01 to BPS-14
Job type: contract (as shown on each NJP listing)
Domicile: Balochistan; the Gangman and Gatekeeper posts are limited to domiciles of the districts covered by the Railway Quetta Division
Age limit: maximum 35 years (as shown on the listings)
Reserved shares: 10% for women and 5% for minorities
Where to apply: National Jobs Portal only – njp.gov.pk/jobs
Posted: 28 October 2026 · Deadline: 11 November 2026
Target to finish hiring: before 30 November 2026, as stated by the minister

Which posts are available?

Most of the vacancies are entry-level field and maintenance roles that keep the track, trains and stations running in Balochistan. The single largest group is Gangman (Civil), BPS-02, with 468 posts – more than half of the whole drive. Below is a grouped summary of the listings we reviewed on the National Jobs Portal. Always open the individual listing to confirm the exact numbers before you apply.

BPS-01 and BPS-02 (Primary, Middle or Matric)

Gangman/Civil (BPS-02) – 468 posts – Primary, Quetta Division district domicile only
Gatekeeper/Civil (BPS-02) – 20 posts – Middle, Quetta Division district domicile only
Muawan posts in Mechanical Loco (36), Mechanical C&W (28), Works/Civil (25), Bridge (12), Signal (9), Crane (6), Train Lighting (5) and others (BPS-01) – Matric, second division
Carriage Cleaner (BPS-01) – 21 posts – Matric, second division
Sweepers (Traffic, C&W, Sanitation and others), Naib Qasid, Store Chowkidar, RR Cook, bearers and porters (BPS-01) – mostly Primary
Trollyman (BPS-01) – 3 posts – Middle

BPS-05 to BPS-09 (Matric plus diploma, or FSc)

Assistant Driver (BPS-09) – 34 posts – Matric (2nd division) with a three-year diploma in Mechanical, or FSc (Pre-Engineering), or ICS (2nd division)
Pointsman/Traffic (BPS-05) – 16 posts – Matric, second division
Diesel Fitter Mechanical (11) and Diesel Wireman Electrician Loco (10), both BPS-06 – Matric with a one-year trade diploma
Electrical Examiner (BPS-06) – 5 posts – Matric with a one-year electrical diploma
Jeep Driver (BPS-05) – 4 posts – Matric with a driving licence
Smaller numbers of Carpenter, Welder, Fitter, Pipe Fitter, Wireman, Switch Board Attendant, Store Issuer, TCR, Nurse Daya, X-Ray Assistant and Telecom Technician posts

BPS-11 and BPS-14 (Intermediate, DAE or graduation)

Sub-Engineer posts (BPS-11) in Mechanical (8), Electrical (3), Signal (3), Civil (2), Telecom (2) and Drawing (2) – Matric (science) plus a three-year DAE in the relevant technology
LDC/General Administration (BPS-11) – 4 posts – FA/FSc (2nd division) with a computer course; women can apply
Assistant Station Master (ASM) Grade-I (BPS-14) – 4 posts – BA/BSc (2nd division) from an HEC-recognised institution plus a six-month computer course; women can apply

Want to know what these grades pay? See our guides to BPS-11 salary in Pakistan and BPS-14 salary in Pakistan. Contract posts may be paid differently from regular ones, so check the offer letter.

Who is eligible?

Domicile: you need a valid Balochistan domicile. For Gangman and Gatekeeper posts, it must be from a district covered by the Railway Quetta Division. If yours is not ready, read our domicile certificate guide.
Age: the listings show an upper limit of 35 years on the closing date. Any age relaxation will follow government rules – check the listing or ask the department before you rely on it.
Qualification: meet the exact education and diploma requirement shown on the listing for that post. Divisions matter: many posts ask for a second-division Matric.
Women and minorities: 10% of posts are reserved for women and 5% for minorities, and several listings say plainly that women can apply.

Media reports of the minister's announcement also say that exemptions from written and screening tests have been approved for some of these appointments. The NJP listings do not explain how selection will work for each post, so be ready for an interview, a skills test or a medical check.

How to apply on the National Jobs Portal (step by step)

Create or update your NJP account at njp.gov.pk with your CNIC and mobile number. New to the portal? Follow our NJP registration guide.
Complete your profile: enter your personal details, domicile, education (with divisions and marks) and experience exactly as they appear on your documents.
Find the posts: go to Find Jobs or Balochistan Jobs and search for "Railways". Open the listing from "Pakistan Railways Headquarter Office" that matches your qualification.
Read the listing in full: check the grade, qualification, domicile condition, age limit and deadline.
Upload your documents: educational certificates, CNIC, domicile, character certificate and a recent passport-size photograph. Clear scans in PDF or JPG work best.
Submit before 11 November 2026 and save a screenshot or PDF of your submitted application.
Keep your phone and email active: calls for interviews or tests usually go to the contact details on your profile.

Documents checklist

Matric, Intermediate, DAE/diploma or degree certificates and mark sheets (as required for the post)
CNIC (front and back)
Balochistan domicile certificate
Character certificate
Recent passport-size photograph
Driving licence (for Jeep Driver posts) or trade certificates where needed

Practical tips before you apply

Apply early. Government portals slow down close to the deadline, and a few separate Ministry of Railways listings on NJP have earlier closing dates.
Match your post to your paperwork. An application can be rejected if your domicile district or division does not meet the listed condition.
Apply for more than one suitable post if the portal allows it and you meet each post's requirements.
Prepare a simple CV in case you are interviewed – our CV format for jobs in Pakistan and free resume builder can help.

Beware of fake Railways job adverts

The Ministry of Railways' official website carries a warning that fake job adverts are circulating online. For this drive, applications go through the National Jobs Portal only. Pakistan Railways does not ask you to pay an agent, "file fee" or "processing fee" through WhatsApp or JazzCash to secure a job. If anyone promises a guaranteed appointment for money, do not pay – report it, and check details only on njp.gov.pk or railways.gov.pk.

Frequently asked questions

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

The deadline for the Balochistan quota posts is 11 November 2026, as shown on the National Jobs Portal listings posted on 28 October 2026.

Can candidates from Punjab or Sindh apply?

No. These posts are reserved for the Balochistan quota, and the listings require a Balochistan domicile. Gangman and Gatekeeper posts are further limited to districts in the Railway Quetta Division.

What is the age limit for Pakistan Railways jobs in Balochistan?

The NJP listings show a maximum age of 35 years. Check the individual listing for any relaxation before you apply.

Is there a written test?

Media reports of the minister's announcement say that exemptions from written and screening tests have been approved for some appointments. Selection details are not published on each listing, so prepare for an interview or skills assessment.

Are these permanent jobs?

The Pakistan Railways Headquarter Office listings for this drive are marked as contract posts on the National Jobs Portal.

Sources

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Pakistan Railways Jobs 2026: 829 Balochistan Quota Posts