Pakistan Railways has announced multiple job opportunities under the Project Pay Scale (PPS) system at its Headquarters Office in Lahore. The vacancies are part of a project titled Replacement of AC Plants, and the hiring is being supervised by the Chief Electrical Engineer. These positions are offered on a contract basis for one year, with the possibility of an extension depending on performance and project requirements.

This recruitment drive invites eligible candidates from across Pakistan to apply for technical, skilled, and administrative roles. Applicants must meet the specific qualification and experience criteria listed for each post. These roles range from technical positions such as Electrical and Mechanical Technicians to administrative posts like Procurement Specialist and Document Controller. The hiring is being done on merit and includes age relaxations for all categories.

Details of Pakistan Railways Headquarters Office Lahore Jobs 2025

Job Title	Pakistan Railways Headquarters Office Lahore Jobs 2025
Job Type	Full Time
Salary	50,000
Organization	Pakistan Railways
Place of Posting	Lahore
Address	Lahore
Last Date	30-May-2025
Number of Vacancies	19
Postal Code	54000
Posting Date	16-May-2025

Below are the complete details of each vacant post, including qualifications, experience, and maximum age limits:

1. Electrical Technician / Misty Wireman (PPS-04, Equivalent to BS-12)

Number of Posts: 02
Qualification: One or two-year diploma in Electrical or Refrigeration from a recognized technical education institute (affiliated with TEVTA).
Experience: Minimum 5 years in HVAC repair work, either in a government or private organization.
Maximum Age: 35 years (with a relaxation of up to 5 years).

2. Mechanical Technician / Skilled Fitter (PPS-02, Equivalent to BS-06)

Number of Posts: 02
Qualification: One or two-year diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) from a TEVTA-recognized institute.
Experience: At least 3 years in electrical or electronic work.
Maximum Age: 35 years (with a relaxation of up to 5 years).

3. Mechanical Technician / Skilled Welder (PPS-02, Equivalent to BS-06)

Number of Posts: 02
Qualification: One-year diploma in Welding Engineering from an institute affiliated with TEVTA.
Experience: Minimum 3 years of relevant welding experience.
Maximum Age: 35 years (with a relaxation of up to 5 years).

4. Unskilled Worker / Electric Muawan (PPS-01, Equivalent to BS-01)

Number of Posts: 10
Qualification: Matriculation (10th grade pass).
Experience: Not required.
Maximum Age: 30 years.

5. Procurement Specialist (PPS-08, Equivalent to BS-18)

Number of Posts: 01
Qualification: Graduate degree, with at least 5 years of experience in handling procurement in national-level projects such as PSDP, or work with the IPAS Planning Commission portal.
Maximum Age: Age relaxation up to 5 years will be provided.

6. Communication Expert / Document Controller (PPS-04, Equivalent to BS-12)

Number of Posts: 01
Qualification: FA/FSc/ICS/IA from a reputed institute. Should be well-versed in MS Windows and MS Office, with a minimum typing speed of 35 words per minute. A certificate in one-year technical office work is required.
Maximum Age: 35 years (with relaxation up to 5 years).

How to Apply

Candidates who fulfill the required eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply before the deadline. Here is the complete application process:

Prepare your documents: Candidates must submit attested copies of all relevant educational certificates, experience letters, CNIC, domicile, and one recent photograph.
Submission Address: Applications must be sent via post to the following address: Chief Electrical Engineer / Project Director
Replacement of AC Plants
Pakistan Railways Headquarters Office, Empress Road, Lahore
Phone: 042-99201690
Application Deadline: The last date to submit your application is 30th May 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the test or interview.
The Pakistan Railways reserves the right to cancel or modify the recruitment process at any stage without providing any reason.
No TA/DA will be provided for test/interview.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Are these permanent jobs?

No, these jobs are purely on a contract basis for one year, which may be extended based on performance.

Q2: Is there any age relaxation?

Yes, 5 years of age relaxation is provided for all positions where the maximum age is listed as 35 years.

Q3: What is the last date to apply?

The last date to apply is 30th May 2025.

Q4: Where do I send my application?

All applications must be sent to the Chief Electrical Engineer / Project Director at Pakistan Railways Headquarters, Empress Road, Lahore.

Q5: Is experience mandatory for all posts?

Experience is required for all technical and administrative posts. However, for the Unskilled Worker post, only Matric qualification is required, and no experience is mentioned.

Q6: Will there be a written test or only an interview?

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for a test/interview. The department has not disclosed the exact format.

Q7: Are government employees eligible to apply?

Yes, but they must apply through proper channel and attach a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their department.

Pakistan Railways’ latest job advertisement provides a good opportunity for both skilled professionals and new entrants to join a government project on a short-term basis. The organization seeks motivated and experienced individuals to contribute to the successful execution of the Replacement of AC Plants Project.