PPSC Launches Massive Recruitment Drive for Over 116 Posts: Exams Set for November 2025

PPSC Launches Massive Recruitment Drive for Over 116 Posts: Exams Set for November 2025

The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) has unveiled a significant recruitment initiative, consolidating multiple vacancies into two major clubbed cases. This move is set to fill over 116 positions across various provincial departments, marking one of the substantial employment opportunities of the year for government job seekers in Punjab.

The announcement, detailed in a recent official document, outlines a streamlined examination process for roles ranging from Sub Engineers to Office Assistants. With tens of thousands of applicants expected, the commission has scheduled the competitive examinations for mid-November 2025 across seven central examination stations in the province. You can also view PPSC Advertisemet No 42/2025 .

Clubbed Case ID-162: A Focus on Technical Engineering Roles

The first major grouping, Clubbed Case ID-162 , is dedicated entirely to the post of Sub Engineer within the Local Government & Community Development Department. This cluster encompasses ten distinct case numbers, targeting recruitment for various divisions including Lahore, Gujranwala, Gujrat, Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Faisalabad, Sahiwal, Multan, Bahawalpur, and Dera Ghazi Khan.

Key Details for Sub Engineer Posts:

• Number of Vacancies: 78

• Total Applications: 2,068

• Examination Format: MCQ-based test

• Examination Date: November 15, 2025 (Evening Session)

• Examination Stations: Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, Bahawalpur, D.G. Khan, Faisalabad, and Sargodha.

This recruitment drive for Sub Engineers is critical for bolstering the technical workforce within the local government framework, directly impacting urban planning and community development projects across Punjab.

Clubbed Case ID-163: A Multitude of Assistant Positions Across Key Departments

The second and larger cluster, Clubbed Case ID-163 , amalgamates nine different recruitment cases for various Assistant and Office Assistant positions. These posts, predominantly in BS-16, span a diverse array of government departments, highlighting the widespread need for administrative staff.

Participating Departments and Posts include:

• Office Assistant, Agriculture Department

• Assistant (Lump-Sum), Excise, Taxation & Narcotics Control Department

• Assistant, Deputy Commissioner Office, Sahiwal (Board of Revenue)

• Assistant, Environment Protection & Climate Change Department

• Office Assistant, Punjab Ring Road Authority (C & W Department)

• Assistant, Agriculture Engineering Group

• Assistant, Soil Conservation Group

• Assistant, Punjab Social Welfare & Bait-ul-Maal Department

• Assistant/Head Clerk, Chief Engineer (Power), Energy Department

Key Details for Assistant Posts:

• Total Vacancies: 38

• Total Applications: A staggering 28,210

• Examination Format: MCQ-based test

• Examination Date: November 16, 2025 (Evening Session)

• Examination Stations: Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, Bahawalpur, D.G. Khan, Faisalabad, and Sargodha.

The exceptionally high number of applications for these 38 posts underscores the competitive nature of clerical and administrative roles in the public sector, reflecting the ongoing demand for stable government employment among the youth.

Strategic Clubbing of Cases for Efficiency

The PPSC’s strategy to club similar posts from different departments serves multiple purposes. It streamlines the administrative process, reduces logistical costs, and provides a standardized and fair assessment platform for a large number of candidates. This approach is particularly beneficial for managing the immense volume of over 30,000 combined applicants for these two cases alone.

By holding exams on consecutive days in the same set of cities, the commission has also minimized travel hardships for candidates who may have applied for posts in both clusters.

What Candidates Need to Know

Prospective applicants who have already submitted their forms for these posts should take note of the critical examination dates and venues. The use of an MCQ (Multiple Choice Question) format for both sessions indicates a focus on testing objective knowledge relevant to the respective fields and general aptitude.

Examination Centers: The selection of seven major cities—Lahore, Rawalpindi, Multan, Bahawalpur, Dera Ghazi Khan, Faisalabad, and Sargodha—ensures wide geographical coverage, allowing candidates from across Punjab to take the exam at a conveniently located station.

Broader Implications for Employment in Punjab

This recruitment drive is a positive development for the job market in Punjab. It addresses staffing needs in critical sectors such as energy, environment, agriculture, local government, and social welfare. Filling these positions is essential for maintaining and improving the efficiency of public service delivery throughout the province.

For job seekers, this represents a significant opportunity to secure a career in public service. The diversity of departments involved also allows candidates to find roles that align with their educational background and career aspirations.

As the examination dates in November 2025 approach, candidates are advised to begin their preparations in earnest. They should regularly monitor the official PPSC website for any updates regarding admit cards, detailed syllabi, or changes in schedule.

The successful execution of this large-scale recruitment process will not only fulfill the staffing requirements of various departments but also reinforce the PPSC's role as the cornerstone of transparent and merit-based recruitment in Punjab.