PPSC Announces Advertisement no 47/2025: Apply Online Before January 05th, 2026

PPSC Announces 119 Government Jobs in Punjab: Apply Online Before January 5, 2026

The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has unveiled a significant recruitment drive, inviting applications for 119 prestigious posts in various provincial departments . Published in national dailies on December 14th, 2025 , PPSC Advertisement No. 47/2025 offers career opportunities in the Provincial Management Service, Excise & Taxation, and Finance departments. You can also view PPSC Advertisement No. 46/2025 . The last date to apply for Adv 46/2025 is December 22nd, 2025 .

Aspiring candidates across Punjab have a limited window to apply, as the last date for submission of online applications is January 05th, 2026 . This announcement marks one of the key PPSC Latest Jobs 2025 openings for graduates seeking stable government careers.

Vacancy Breakdown: Posts and Quotas

The advertisement details vacancies across three major services in the Basic Pay Scale BS-17:

1. Provincial Management Service (Services & General Administration Department): 80 Posts

   • Open Merit: 61

   • Minority Quota: 16

   • Special Persons Quota: 3

2. Excise & Taxation Officer (Excise, Taxation & Narcotics Control Department): 25 Posts

   • Open Merit: 24

   • Minority Quota: 1

3. Assistant Director Local Fund Audit (Finance Department): 14 Posts

   • Open Merit: 12

   • Minority Quota: 1

   • Special Persons Quota (Visually Impaired): 1

Eligibility Criteria: Age, Domicile, and Qualification

Prospective applicants must carefully review the following eligibility requirements before applying for these PPSC Jobs 2025 :

• Qualification: A Graduate Degree (Second Division) from a recognized university is mandatory.

• Age Limit: Candidates must be between 21 to 30 years of age as of January 1, 2026 .

  • Age Relaxation: Officials serving the Federal or Punjab Government with at least 4 years of service (and domiciled in Punjab) have an upper age limit of 35 years. Special Persons are eligible for a maximum relaxation of 15 years as per relevant rules.

  • Important Note: The PPSC has clarified that standard age relaxation rules for government employees do not apply to posts filled through its Combined Competitive Examination. Employees of semi-government and autonomous bodies are also not entitled to age concession.

• Domicile & Posting: Applicants must hold a domicile of Punjab . The selected candidates can be posted anywhere in the province.

• Gender: The recruitment is open to all genders: Male, Female, and Transgender . For transgender candidates, age and sex will be determined based on their Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC).

Examination Structure: A Rigorous Selection Process

Selection will be made through the PPSC Combined Competitive Examination 2025 (Case No.36-RC/2025) . The process is comprehensive and multi-staged:

1. Written Examination (Total 1200 Marks):

* Compulsory Subjects (6 Papers - 600 Marks): English Essay, English (Precis, Comprehension, Translation), Urdu (Essay, Precis, Comprehension, Translation), Islamic Studies (or Ethics for Non-Muslims), Pakistan Studies, and General Knowledge (Objective).
* Optional Subjects (3 Papers - 600 Marks): Candidates must choose three optional subjects , selecting not more than one from any prescribed group (A through G). The syllabus is available on the PPSC website.

2. Psychological Test & Interview/Viva Voce (300 Marks):

Key Examination Notes:

• Qualifying Marks: To be shortlisted for the interview, a candidate must secure a minimum of 40% in each written paper and 50% in the aggregate (600 out of 1200 marks). Subsequently, 50% marks in the interview are required for inclusion in the final merit list.

• Negative Marking: In the General Knowledge (Objective) paper, 0.25 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer .

• Syllabus & Level: The syllabus outline is available on www.ppsc.gop.pk , and the minimum standard for question papers will be of the Graduate level.

Critical Instructions for Applicants

The PPSC Secretary, Afzaal Ahmad, has outlined crucial instructions for candidates applying for Advertisement 47/2025 :

• Application Mode: Only online applications submitted via the PPSC website will be accepted. No physical forms will be entertained.

• Fee Payment: Application fees must be deposited online using designated mediums like ATMs, Mobile/Internet Banking, 1Link member banks, JazzCash, or EasyPaisa.

• Documentation: Candidates must provide original certificates for authentication during the Psychological Assessment and Interview. This includes:

  • Equivalence Certificate: For foreign or local qualifications deemed equivalent, a certificate from HEC or the relevant QEDC is mandatory.

  • NOC/DPC: In-service candidates must provide a No Objection Certificate/Departmental Permission Certificate.

  • Registration Certificate: Where applicable, registration with bodies like PEC, PMDC, etc., is required.

  • Marks/Percentage Certificate: Detailed marks or percentage certificates for all degrees are required. CGPA is not acceptable.

• No Amendments: Choices for optional subjects and examination centers, made at the time of online application submission, will be final . No changes or representations will be entertained later.

• Authentic Information: Candidates are advised to rely solely on the official PPSC website for all updates and not trust information from any other source.

How to Apply for PPSC Jobs 2025

Interested and eligible candidates are urged to act promptly:

1. Visit the official PPSC website: www.ppsc.gop.pk

2. Thoroughly read the "Important Instructions" regarding the application fee, test, and interview.

3. Complete the online application form carefully before the deadline of January 5, 2026 .

4. For any queries, contact the PPSC UAN: 042-111-988-722 .

This recruitment drive presents a golden opportunity for qualified individuals to join Punjab's civil service. With a transparent but competitive examination process, candidates are encouraged to prepare diligently and ensure their applications are complete and submitted well before the closing date to avoid any last-minute technical issues.