💼 Government Banking & Finance Jobs in Pakistan – 2025 Career Guide

 

Pakistan’s financial sector is a key pillar of its economy, with government banking and finance jobs offering job security, competitive salaries, and excellent benefits. With institutions like State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), National Bank of Pakistan (NBP), Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL), and Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) regularly hiring, these roles are highly sought-after by graduates and professionals alike.

This blog offers a comprehensive overview of available positions, qualifications required, salary scales, and key departments for those aiming to build a career in Pakistan’s financial public sector.

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 Why Choose Government Banking & Finance Jobs?

• Job Stability with pension and gratuity

• Better Work-Life Balance compared to private sector

• Access to government housing and healthcare

• Regular promotions and structured career growth

• Opportunities for foreign training and postings

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Major Government Institutions in the Finance Sector

Institution	Abbreviation	Headquarters	Type
State Bank of Pakistan	SBP	Karachi	Central Bank
National Bank of Pakistan	NBP	Karachi	Commercial Bank (Govt-owned)
Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited	ZTBL	Islamabad	Agricultural Development Bank
Federal Board of Revenue	FBR	Islamabad	Taxation & Revenue Authority
Securities and Exchange Commission	SECP	Islamabad	Regulatory Authority
Pakistan Stock Exchange	PSX	Karachi	Capital Market

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 Popular Banking & Finance Job Titles

Job Title	Department / Organization	Grade / Scale	Min. Qualification
Assistant Director (OG-2)	State Bank of Pakistan	OG-2	Master’s in Economics/Finance
Officer Grade-I	National Bank of Pakistan	OG-1	Bachelor’s (16 Years)
Assistant Auditor	Auditor General of Pakistan	BPS-16	Bachelor’s in Commerce
Inland Revenue Officer	FBR	BPS-17	CSS / Master’s Degree
Credit Officer	ZTBL	BPS-17	MBA / M.Com / Agri Econ
Finance & Accounts Officer	Ministry of Finance	BPS-17	CA / ACCA / M.Com

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💰 Pay Scale and Benefits (Indicative)

Grade / Position	Monthly Salary (PKR)	Benefits Included
BPS-17 Officer	80,000 – 120,000	Medical, Transport, Pension, Accommodation
OG-1 / OG-2 Officer	75,000 – 150,000	Health Insurance, Bonus, Provident Fund
Junior Clerk / Assistant	35,000 – 60,000	Pension, Gratuity, Annual Increments

Note: Salaries vary based on department, city, and length of service.

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 Eligibility & Application Requirements

Outside the tables, here are the general criteria for applying to banking and finance jobs:

• Education: At least a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or Accounting. Master’s preferred for higher positions.

• Age Limit: Typically 21 to 30 years (relaxation as per government policy)

• Experience: Fresh candidates can apply for OG-1/OG-2 roles; BPS-17 jobs may require 1–2 years’ experience.

• Testing Agencies: Recruitment often conducted through SBP Testing Service, FPSC, OTS, or NTS.

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📅 Recruitment Calendar 2025 (Tentative)

Month	Institution	Expected Positions	Testing Agency
January	FBR	Inland Revenue, Audit	FPSC
March	SBP	OG-2, IT Trainees	SBP Testing Service
May	NBP	Officer Trainees, Cashiers	NTS
July	ZTBL	Credit Officers	OTS
September	SECP	Regulatory Officers	Internal / NTS
November	Ministry of Finance	Accounts Officers	FPSC

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 Tips for Success in Government Finance Job Exams

• Master basic math, English, general knowledge, and finance-related MCQs

• Prepare current affairs, especially economic updates and SBP monetary policy

• Practice through past papers available on FPSC/NTS websites

• Enroll in a test prep academy if needed

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Where to Find Job Announcements

Government banking and finance job announcements are usually posted on:

• Official websites (e.g., www.sbp.org.pk, www.fpsc.gov.pk)

• Newspapers like Dawn, Jang, and Express Tribune

• Job portals like Job Nest, Rozee.pk, and BrightSpyre