WAPDA Announces 141 Regular BPS-17 Jobs for Engineers and Professionals

WAPDA Opens Recruitment for 141 Regular BPS-17 Positions

The Water and Power Development Authority has invited applications for 141 regular BPS-17 positions, including engineering, geology, human resources and public relations roles. According to an official advertisement shared by WAPDA, the authority is hiring assistant executive engineers in civil, electrical, mechanical and electronics, along with junior seismologists, geologists, a research officer and assistant directors. The posts are on a regular basis. Selected candidates can be posted anywhere in Pakistan, and the initial appointment will be on a one-year probation.

This massive recruitment drive targets qualified professionals seeking stable government employment within the energy and water infrastructure sectors. As a primary agency responsible for managing water and power resources in the country, the organization regularly updates its workforce to maintain operational efficiency. Qualified applicants from across the nation are expected to compete for these permanent slots, which offer structured career progression within the public sector.

Available Positions and Department Breakdown

WAPDA has advertised nine categories of BPS-17 posts. The largest share is for Assistant Executive Engineer (Civil), with 67 vacancies. Candidates interested in the electrical sector will find 25 openings for Assistant Executive Engineer (Electrical), while mechanical engineering graduates can apply for 16 positions under the Assistant Executive Engineer (Mechanical) category. Electronics specialists have six vacancies available for Assistant Executive Engineer (Electronics).

Scientific and administrative roles form the remainder of the announcement. The authority requires four Junior Seismologists or Geophysicists and nine Junior Geologists to support technical studies. A single slot is open for a Research Officer in hydraulics. On the administrative side, nine positions await applicants for Assistant Director in human resources and administration, accompanied by four openings for Assistant Director in public relations.

Eligibility Criteria and Academic Requirements

Applicants for the engineering posts must hold a B.E. or B.Sc. in the relevant discipline from an HEC-recognized university, with a minimum CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0, and a valid Pakistan Engineering Council registration in that field. The same civil engineering degree and council registration are required for the Research Officer in hydraulics post. Meeting these academic thresholds is mandatory for application acceptance.

Candidates for Junior Seismologist or Geophysicist must have an M.Sc. in geophysics or seismology, or a four-year honors degree in the same subjects, with at least a second division or a CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0. Junior Geologist applicants need the same level of qualification in geology. Assistant Director in human resources and administration applicants must hold an MBA, MPA, a master's degree in human resource management, an MS in project management, or a four-year honors degree in management, management and technology, or project management, with at least a second division or a CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0. Assistant Director in public relations candidates must have an M.A. in Journalism with at least a second division and three years of experience as a journalist, or a four-year honors degree in public relations with the same experience.

Age Limits and Available Relaxation Categories

The age limit for all posts is 21 to 33 years, and the advertised range already includes general age relaxation. Candidates from minorities, recognized tribes of tribal areas, Gilgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir are eligible for three additional years. Government and WAPDA employees who have completed two years of continuous regular service by the closing date are eligible for 10 years of relaxation. Age will be calculated on the last date for applications.

These relaxed limits ensure that internal candidates and marginalized groups have fair access to the selection process. Applicants must verify their eligibility against the specified categories before submitting their documents to avoid disqualification during the initial screening phase.

Step-by-Step Guide on How to Apply

Candidates must apply through the Central Testing Services website within 15 days of the advertisement's publication. They also need to send a copy of the submitted form, attested educational documents, domicile certificate, CNIC, relevant experience certificates, two recent passport-size photographs and the original fee challan by courier or Pakistan Post to the CTS office at 414, F2, Jeff Heights, Main Boulevard, Gulberg-III, Lahore.

The written test fee is Rs. 200, payable at any branch of Bank Alfalah, UBL, MCB or Bank Islami on a challan downloaded from the CTS website, or deposited directly into CTS's bank account. Applicants must specify the post they are applying for. Applications submitted by hand or after the deadline will not be accepted.

Selection Procedure and Contact Information

CTS will conduct the written test, and WAPDA will hold the interviews. No TA/DA will be provided. Shortlisting will follow WAPDA's recruitment policy, which is available on the WAPDA website. Candidates should prepare thoroughly for both the written screening and subsequent panel interviews.

For queries about the application or test, candidates can contact CTS on WhatsApp at 0300-0532200 or by email at query@ctspak.com. WAPDA's Director of Recruitment can be reached at dgrectt@wapda.gov.pk or 042-99200483 for further departmental clarification.