Details of Job Advertisement by Ministry of Religious Affairs Govt of Pakistan 20-Nov-2025

This job was posted on 20-Nov-2025 and has a last application date of 30-Nov-2025.

GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN

Ministry of Religious Affairs & Interfaith Harmony (M/o RA & IH)

HIRING OF KHUDDAM-UL-HUJJAJ / NAZIMS FOR HAJJ–2026

The Ministry of Religious Affairs & Interfaith Harmony invites applications from regular Government Officers/Officials (BPS-11 to BPS-18) for selection as part of Pakistan’s Welfare Staff Contingent for Hajj–2026. Selected candidates will serve as Khuddam-ul-Hujjaj / Nazims, performing official duties related to the welfare and facilitation of Pakistani pilgrims in Makkah and Madinah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, including accommodation, transport, food arrangements, and other support tasks.

Recruitment will be conducted through the National Testing Service (NTS). Selections for various categories will be made according to the provincial and regional quota distribution formula practiced by the FPSC. Eligible applicants must fulfill all required conditions regarding qualification, age, experience, and domicile.

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Available Positions & Quota Distribution

1. Khuddam-ul-Hujjaj / Nazims – Supervisory Positions (BPS 17–18)

Total Seats: 100 (Fresh + Repeater)
Gender: Male / Female
Quota: Subject to change

2. Khuddam-ul-Hujjaj / Nazims – Field / Support Staff (BPS 11–15)

Total Seats: 780 (Fresh + Repeater)
Gender: Male / Female
Quota: Subject to change

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Provincial & Regional Quota Breakdown

• Merit: 7.50%

• ICT: 1%

• Punjab: 49%

• Sindh (Urban): —

• Sindh (Rural): 7.60%

• Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 11.40%

• Balochistan: 6%

• Ex-FATA: 3%

• AJK: 2%

• GB: 1%

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General Terms & Conditions

1. Testing & Evaluation

• Candidates will be evaluated through NTS written test followed by a physical/endurance test based on regional quota and merit.

• Physical test will include 5 km jogging/brisk walk within a specified time (details to be announced on the NTS website).

• Written test syllabus will be available on www.nts.org.pk.

• Minimum 40% marks in the written test are required to qualify for the physical test.

2. Application Information

• Information submitted in the online/printed NTS form will be treated as final. No corrections will be accepted later.

• Eligibility, category, and benefits will be determined strictly according to the candidate’s substantive pay scale.

• Applicants should apply in the correct category based on their current pay scale.

3. Departmental Requirements

• A Departmental NOC must be obtained in advance and submitted as per the schedule communicated by NTS. Failure to provide the NOC will result in disqualification.

4. Selection Ratios

• In each category, up to 70% Repeaters and 30% Fresh candidates will be selected.

• Due to the sensitive nature of duties:

  • 10% seats in supervisory positions and

  • 30% seats in field/support staff
    are reserved for uniformed personnel (Police, ANF, ASF, Rescue 1122, etc.).

5. Medical & Physical Requirements

• Due to the demanding nature of Hajj duties, disabled/handicapped employees are not eligible.

• Employees with heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, chronic illnesses, or any mental/physical disability are not eligible.

• Candidates must provide a medical fitness certificate from their respective DHQ hospital.

• The Ministry’s medical team may verify or re-assess the medical fitness certificate.

6. Verification & Compliance

• Original documents of shortlisted candidates will be verified at any stage.

• Any false or misleading information will result in cancellation of selection and may lead to disciplinary action.

7. Authority Rights

• M/o RA & IH reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of positions as per Hajj quota or Saudi guidelines (Taleemat).

• The Ministry may cancel or halt the recruitment process at any stage without providing reasons.

• No TA/DA will be provided for tests or training.

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How to Apply

1. Candidates must apply through the NTS website: www.nts.org.pk
   (Application form and quota-wise details available online.)

2. Submit the printed copy of the completed online application form along with attested copies of required documents to:

   NTS Headquarters
   MoRA & IH Khuddam-ul-Hujjaj / Nazims Project 2026
   Plot # 96, Street # 04, Sector H-8/1, Islamabad

   via Registered Post / Courier by 30th November 2025.

3. Application forms that are incomplete, incorrectly filled, or submitted by hand will not be accepted.

4. Shortlisted candidates will submit original documents to the Ministry when required.

5. For test dates, syllabus, eligibility updates, and other information, regularly visit www.nts.org.pk or contact 051-8444441.

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Eligibility Criteria

1. Must be a Federal or Provincial civil servant, including employees of GB & AJK, in BPS 11–18.

2. Fresh candidates: Age between 25–45 years as of the closing date.

3. Repeaters: Age between 25–50 years as of closing date.

4. Repeaters may apply regardless of the number of past Hajj duties, subject to the final decision of Intra Court Appeal No. 72/2025 pending at Islamabad High Court regarding limits on Hajj duties.

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For updates, visit:
Official Website: www.mora.gov.pk
Social Media: @moraofficial / morasbofficial

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