Punjab PPMU Jobs 2026: 49 S&GAD Posts in Lahore — Apply by Nov 17
LAHORE: The Punjab Services & General Administration Department (S&GAD) has announced 49 jobs for 2026 in its Punjab Performance Management Unit (PPMU), with monthly pay packages ranging from Rs. 150,000 to Rs. 625,000. Applications are open through the Punjab Job Portal, and the last date to apply is 17 November 2026, before 5:00 PM. The…
LAHORE: The Punjab Services & General Administration Department (S&GAD) has announced 49 jobs for 2026 in its Punjab Performance Management Unit (PPMU), with monthly pay packages ranging from Rs. 150,000 to Rs. 625,000. Applications are open through the Punjab Job Portal, and the last date to apply is 17 November 2026, before 5:00 PM.
The recruitment covers 11 categories, from a General Manager (Monitoring, Policy & Research Analysis) at PPS-10 to 18 Field Officer posts at PPS-06. There is one catch candidates often miss: the online application alone is not enough — a hard copy must also reach Lahore by courier before the deadline. Here is everything verified about the advertisement, under reference IPL-11597.
Punjab PPMU Jobs 2026: Key Facts at a Glance
| Organization | Punjab Performance Management Unit (PPMU), Implementation & Coordination Wing, S&GAD, Government of Punjab |
|---|---|
| Total vacancies | 49 posts across 11 categories |
| Advertisement | IPL-11597, Establishment of Punjab Performance Management Unit (PPMU), I&C Wing, S&GAD |
| Pay packages | Rs. 150,000 to Rs. 625,000 per month (PPS-06 to PPS-10), inclusive of applicable taxes with deductions at source |
| Who can apply | Punjab domicile holders; male and female candidates who meet the requirements |
| Job type | Purely contractual under a development project — temporary, non-transferable, job-specific, non-pensionable, no right to regularization |
| Application mode | Two steps, both compulsory: online via jobs.punjab.gov.pk AND hard copy by courier to Lahore |
| Last date to apply | 17 November 2026, before 5:00 PM (both steps must be complete) |
| Official portal | jobs.punjab.gov.pk |
| Courier address | Section Officer (Development), Implementation & Coordination Wing, S&GAD, H-Block Building, Punjab Civil Secretariat, Lahore |
Punjab PPMU Vacancies 2026: Post-Wise Details
| Post | Vacancies | Scale | Monthly Pay | Age Limit | Qualification & Experience |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Manager (Monitoring, Policy & Research Analysis) | 1 | PPS-10 | Rs. 625,000 | 35–45 years | 16 years education (Public Administration / Business / Management / Public Policy / Software Development / Data Analysis / IT or relevant); 10+ years post-qualification experience |
| Manager (Admin & Finance) | 1 | PPS-09 | Rs. 425,000 | 30–50 years | MBA Finance / M.Com or equivalent 16-year qualification; 10+ years administration & finance experience |
| Manager (Policy & Research Analysis) | 1 | PPS-08 | Rs. 305,000 | 30–40 years | 16 years education in a relevant field; 8+ years experience |
| Data Analyst | 5 | PPS-08 | Rs. 305,000 | 25–35 years | 16 years education in a relevant field; 6+ years experience |
| Assistant Manager (Operations) | 2 | PPS-07 | Rs. 220,000 | 30–40 years | 16 years education in a relevant field; 6+ years experience |
| Assistant Manager (Inspections) | 9 | PPS-07 | Rs. 220,000 | 30–40 years | 16 years education in a relevant field; 6+ years experience |
| Assistant Manager (Finance) | 1 | PPS-07 | Rs. 210,000 | 25–35 years | Master’s / Bachelor’s (16 years) in Commerce, Accounts, Finance, ACCA, CA or BBA (Hons); 3–5 years experience; MS Office + PPRA rules knowledge |
| Personal Assistant | 3 | PPS-07 | Rs. 200,000 | 25–40 years | Bachelor’s 2nd division; 5–7 years experience; shorthand 80 wpm / typing 40 wpm; MS Office certification mandatory |
| Research Associate | 3 | PPS-06 | Rs. 150,000 | 21–35 years | 16 years education in a relevant field; 2+ years experience |
| Computer Operator | 5 | PPS-06 | Rs. 150,000 | 20–30 years | Bachelor’s 2nd division; 3–5 years experience as Computer Operator / Stenographer or similar |
| Field Officer | 18 | PPS-06 | Rs. 150,000 | 21–35 years | Intermediate (FA / FSc / ICS / I.Com) or equivalent; 2+ years experience |
| Total | 49 | 1 + 1 + 1 + 5 + 2 + 9 + 1 + 3 + 3 + 5 + 18 = 49 |
How to Apply for Punjab PPMU Jobs 2026
- Apply online first: open jobs.punjab.gov.pk, find the PPMU recruitment announcement, select your position, complete the form accurately and submit it.
- Print the proforma: print the completed application proforma from the portal — this goes into your courier package.
- Send the hard copy by courier: post the proforma with your CV, a recent passport-size photograph, attested copies of educational and experience certificates, Punjab domicile and CNIC copy to the Section Officer (Development), Implementation & Coordination Wing, S&GAD, H-Block Building, Punjab Civil Secretariat, Lahore.
- One post, one package: candidates may apply for multiple positions, but each needs a separate application form and envelope, with the position name written clearly on the upper-right corner of the envelope.
- Meet the 5:00 PM deadline: applications must reach the office by 17 November 2026, before 5:00 PM. An application submitted only online or only by courier will be rejected, so allow courier delivery time and do not leave either step to the last day.
Who Should Apply — and Who Should Not
The headline post is General Manager at Rs. 625,000 a month, but it is a single post requiring 10+ years of experience. The volume openings are Field Officer (18 posts, Intermediate + 2 years experience), Assistant Manager (Inspections) (9 posts), Data Analyst (5) and Computer Operator (5) — the realistic routes for most applicants.
Do not apply if you want a permanent, pensionable government job: these are purely contractual project posts with no right to regularization, and the department may increase or decrease the number of positions or cancel the recruitment at any stage. Only relevant post-qualification experience counts — internships and training periods do not.
Pro Tips Before You Apply
- Start the courier step the same day you apply online — courier delay is the silent reason these two-step applications fail.
- Candidates with degrees outside the listed fields must provide an equivalence certificate from HEC or the competent authority.
- Government employees must apply through the proper channel; only shortlisted candidates are called for interview and no TA/DA is paid.
- Keep your courier receipt, application reference and copies of everything you submit until the final result.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many Punjab PPMU jobs are announced for 2026?
49 posts across 11 categories, under advertisement IPL-11597 of the S&GAD’s Punjab Performance Management Unit.
What is the last date to apply for Punjab PPMU jobs 2026?
17 November 2026, before 5:00 PM. Both the online application and the courier hard copy must be complete by then.
Is online application enough for PPMU jobs?
No. Candidates must apply online at jobs.punjab.gov.pk AND send the printed proforma with documents by courier to the Section Officer (Development), I&C Wing, S&GAD, H-Block, Punjab Civil Secretariat, Lahore. Either step alone means rejection.
What is the highest salary in Punjab PPMU jobs 2026?
Rs. 625,000 per month for the General Manager (Monitoring, Policy & Research Analysis) post at PPS-10. The lowest packages are Rs. 150,000 at PPS-06.
Which PPMU post has the most vacancies?
Field Officer, with 18 posts at PPS-06 (Rs. 150,000), requiring Intermediate plus 2 years of experience.
Are Punjab PPMU jobs permanent?
No. All 49 posts are purely contractual under a development project — temporary, non-transferable, job-specific and non-pensionable, with no right to regularization.
