🏫 Government Educational Jobs in Pakistan: A Complete Guide

INTRODUCTION;

Education is the backbone of any nation, and in Pakistan, the government plays a crucial role in providing public education across primary, secondary, and tertiary levels. Government educational jobs are not only stable and well-respected but also offer long-term career growth, pension benefits, and the opportunity to serve the community.

This blog covers everything you need to know about government teaching and non-teaching jobs in Pakistan, including job types, eligibility criteria, recruitment agencies, and salary insights.

📌 Why Choose Government Educational Jobs?

• Job Security with permanent posts after probation

• Regular Increments & Promotions

• Pension & Gratuity after retirement

• Summer and Winter Vacations

• Defined Pay Scales and Allowances

📋 Common Government Teaching Jobs in Pakistan

Job Title	Required Qualification	Recruiting Authority	Basic Pay Scale (BPS)
Primary School Teacher (PST)	FA/FSc + CT or ADE	Provincial Education Departments	BPS-14
Junior Elementary Teacher	B.A/B.Sc + B.Ed	School Education Department	BPS-15
Secondary School Teacher	B.A/B.Sc + B.Ed / M.Ed	PPSC / FPSC / SPSC / KPPSC	BPS-16
College Lecturer	Master’s Degree (16 Years)	HEC / FPSC / PPSC	BPS-17
Assistant Professor	MPhil / PhD	HEC / FPSC	BPS-18
Lab Assistant / Librarian	Inter / Bachelor	Education Board / PPSC	BPS-11 to BPS-16

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🏛️ Government Recruitment Agencies

Agency	Jurisdiction	Website
FPSC	Federal Government	www.fpsc.gov.pk
PPSC	Punjab Government	www.ppsc.gop.pk
SPSC	Sindh Government	www.spsc.gov.pk
KPPSC	Khyber Pakhtunkhwa	www.kppsc.gov.pk
BPSC	Balochistan Government	www.bpsc.gob.pk

🎯 Eligibility Criteria (General Guidelines)

• Minimum Intermediate or Bachelor’s degree (for PST, JET)

• B.Ed or M.Ed preferred for teaching positions

• Age limit: 18 to 33 years (varies by province)

• Domicile of the relevant district/province

• Clearance of recruitment tests (e.g., PPSC, FPSC, NTS, STS)

💼 Application Process

1. Check official advertisement on PPSC, FPSC, or relevant websites

2. Apply online using the application form

3. Pay application fee (through bank challan)

4. Appear in written test and interview

5. Final merit list is published on the commission’s website

💰 Salary Estimates (Starting)

Post	Initial Salary (PKR)
PST (BPS-14)	35,000 – 45,000
SST (BPS-16)	45,000 – 55,000
Lecturer (BPS-17)	55,000 – 75,000
Assistant Professor	80,000 – 120,000

Note: Salaries vary by province and include allowances.

🧾 Final Thoughts

Government education jobs in Pakistan remain a top choice for those seeking a respected and secure career. With regular recruitment drives, fair selection processes, and generous benefits, teaching and academic posts in public institutions continue to be a strong career option.

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