PPSC Announces Jobs in Health, Prisons, and Agri Depts
LAHORE – The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has announced a significant recruitment drive, inviting applications for numerous vacancies across three major government departments: the Punjab Prisons Department, the Research Wing of the Agriculture Department, and the Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department. The vacancies, detailed in PPSC Advertisement No. 31/2025, offer a range of career opportunities for professionals.
This announcement opens a gateway for qualified individuals to secure prestigious positions within the Government of Punjab. The commission has mandated an online application process, with the firm closing date for submissions set for August 11, 2025. The recruitment drive seeks to fill critical posts and strengthen the public sector workforce with merit-based appointments.
The Role of the PPSC: A Pillar of Merit-Based Recruitment
The Punjab Public service Commission (PPSC) is the principal agency responsible for recruiting civil servants and management professionals for the provincial government. Its core mandate is to ensure that all appointments are made through a competitive, transparent, and merit-based process, free from external influence.
Securing a job through the PPSC is considered a hallmark of achievement. The process involves a rigorous cycle of written examinations, skill tests, and panel interviews designed to select the most capable and deserving candidates. This latest advertisement continues that tradition, offering a diverse range of opportunities.
Detailed Data of Vacancy by Department
Summary of PPSC Job Vacancies (Advertisement No. 31/2025)
Here is a detailed, point-by-point summary of all positions announced by the Punjab Public Service Commission, with all information taken directly from the official advertisement. The closing date for all online applications is August 11, 2025.
| Department | Post Name & Scale | Posts | Qualification & Eligibility Criteria |
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| Punjab Prisons Department | Assistant Superintendent Jail (BS-16) | 115 |
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| Lady Assistant Superintendent Jail (BS-16) | 13 |
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| Research Wing, Agriculture Dept. | Senior Scientist (GIS) (BS-18) | 01 |
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| Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Dept. | Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery (BS-19) | 04 |
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| Associate Professor of Physiology (BS-19) | 06 |
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Advertisement No. 31/2025 details vacancies across three distinct and vital government departments. Below is a comprehensive breakdown of the posts, qualifications, and other requirements.
1. Punjab Prisons Department
The department is seeking to fill service-quota positions for departmental employees. These are regular basis posts open to candidates from across Punjab.
- Assistant Superintendent Jail (BS-16): 115 Posts. For male candidates from amongst Chief Warders (BS-11), Head Warders (BS-09), and Warders (BS-07) with five years of service. Requires a Bachelor's degree (second division).
- Lady Assistant Superintendent Jail (BS-16): 13 Posts. For female candidates from amongst Chief Warders (BS-11), Head Warders (BS-09), and Warders (BS-07) with five years of service. Requires a Bachelor's degree (second division).
2. Research Wing of Agriculture Department
This department is looking for a highly skilled scientist for a contract-based position.
- Senior Scientist (GIS) (BS-18): 01 Post (Open Merit). Requires an MS/MPhil in Geographical Information System or M.Sc. in the same field. Experience required is 3 years for MS/MPhil holders or 5 years for M.Sc. holders in handling GIS projects. The contract is for a period of 05 years. Age: 30 to 50+5 for Male, 30 to 50+8 for Female.
3. Specialized Healthcare & Medical Education Department
This department has announced vacancies for specialist doctors on a regular basis. All positions require valid PMDC/PMC registration.
- Associate Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery (BS-19): 04 Posts (including 01 for women). Requires MBBS with FCPS/MS/FRCS/MRCP/MD or equivalent, 5 years of teaching experience as an Assistant Professor, and at least 3 published research papers. Age: 30 to 50+5 for Male, 30 to 50+8 for Female.
- Associate Professor of Physiology (BS-19): 06 Posts (including 01 for women). Requires MBBS with M.Phil/Ph.D./D.Sc. or equivalent in the subject, 5 years of teaching experience as an Assistant Professor, with credit given for original research work. Age: 30 to 50+5 for Male, 30 to 50+8 for Female.
How to Apply: A Comprehensive Guide
The PPSC has a mandatory online application process. No manual applications will be considered.
- Visit the Official PPSC Website: All applications must be submitted through the PPSC's official portal at www.ppsc.gop.pk.
- Pay the Application Fee: First, pay the required application fee through specified channels like Link Member Banks, Jazz Cash, Easy Paisa, or other micro-finance banks.
- Fill the Online Application Form: After paying the fee, proceed to the online application form and enter your details accurately.
- Adhere to the Deadline: The firm closing date for online applications for all posts is August 11, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the last date to apply for these PPSC jobs?
The closing date for the submission of online applications for all posts in Advertisement No. 31/2025 is August 11, 2025.
2. What is the application fee?
As per the general instructions in the advertisement, a standard application fee (typically Rs. 600) is required for PPSC applications. This must be paid before submitting the online form.
3. What are the physical standards for the jobs in the Prisons Department?
For the male Deputy Superintendent Jail post, the minimum height is 5'7" with a chest measurement of 33" x 34.5". For the female Lady Assistant Superintendent Jail post, the minimum height is 5'2". Both require 6/6 eyesight (with or without glasses).
4. Are these jobs open to candidates from outside Punjab?
No, all the positions listed in this advertisement require the candidate to be domiciled in the province of Punjab.
5. Do I need to submit hard copies of my documents?
For most posts, you only apply online. However, for the medical teaching positions (like Associate Professor and Senior Registrar), you must provide hard copies of your research papers and other specified documents to the PPSC office within 07 working days after the closing date.