The Water and Power Development Authority (WAPDA) has announced 141 regular vacancies for young people aged 21 to 33.
The authority is offering opportunities for fresh graduates and experienced candidates across various fields.
The vacancies are for BPS-17 positions in engineering, geology, human resources, and public relations.
According to the official advertisement, WAPDA is hiring Assistant Executive Engineers in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Electronics, along with Junior Seismologists, Geologists, a Research Officer, and Assistant Directors.
What are the eligibility criteria for these posts?
- Engineering posts: B.E. or B.Sc. in the relevant field from an HEC-recognised university, with a minimum CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0.
- Assistant Director (HR&A): MBA, MPA, master’s degree in HRM or Project Management, or a relevant four-year honours degree with at least a second division or 2.0 CGPA.
- Assistant Director (Public Relations): M.A. in Journalism or a four-year honours degree in Public Relations, along with three years of relevant experience.
How to apply?
Interested candidates can apply online through the Central Testing Services website; however you have to pay a written test fee of Rs200.
CTS will conduct the written test, while WAPDA will arrange interviews. No Travel or Daily Allowance (TA/DA) will be provided to candidates appearing for the test or interview.
Age relaxation and other details
The general age limit for applicants is 21 to 33 years. However, certain categories are eligible for additional age relaxation.
Candidates belonging to minorities, recognised tribes of tribal areas, Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir are eligible for three additional years of age relaxation.
Government and WAPDA employees who have completed two years of continuous regular service by the closing date can receive up to 10 years of age relaxation.
Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Pakistan, and their initial appointment will be subject to a one-year probation period.
For more information, candidates can reach out to dgrectt@wapda.gov.pk or 042-99200483
