The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has announced 180 civilian job vacancies across Pakistan. The recruitment drive offers opportunities for eligible candidates in three different categories. These include Medical Assistants, Drivers and Cooks.
According to the official advertisement, online registration is now open for male and female applicants. However, eligibility depends on the position being offered. Interested candidates can submit their applications through the official PAF recruitment website. The last date to apply for these vacancies is November 22, 2026. Applicants are advised to review the eligibility requirements before completing their registration.
Available Vacancies in PAF Civilian Jobs 2026
The latest PAF recruitment drive includes 180 vacancies under different basic pay scales. The positions are distributed across three categories.
These include 30 Medical Assistant vacancies under BS-09. There are also 100 Driver positions under BS-04. Additionally, the advertisement offers 50 Cook vacancies under BS-03. Both male and female candidates can apply for Medical Assistant positions. However, Driver and Cook vacancies are reserved for male applicants.
The available positions cover several provincial and regional quotas. These include Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Balochistan. Candidates from Gilgit-Baltistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir, and former FATA can also apply. The recruitment advertisement also includes open merit positions. Reserved seats are available for eligible minority and disabled candidates.
Eligibility Criteria for PAF Jobs 2026
The Pakistan Air Force has announced separate educational and professional requirements for each position.
Candidates applying for Medical Assistant jobs must have Matriculation. They must also hold a relevant medical nursing or medical sub-trade diploma. The advertisement also provides a separate eligibility option for qualified former service personnel.
Applicants seeking Driver positions must have basic reading and writing skills. These skills should cover English and a local language. Candidates must also possess a valid Heavy Transport Vehicle (HTV) driving licence. At least two years of relevant driving experience is also required.
For Cook positions, applicants must have practical cooking skills. They must also fulfil the other conditions mentioned in the official advertisement.
Age Limit for PAF Civilian Jobs
Different age limits apply to the advertised positions. Medical Assistant applicants must be between 18 and 30 years old.
Meanwhile, candidates applying for Driver and Cook positions must be between 18 and 35 years old. The PAF will calculate applicants’ ages as of March 27, 2027. The advertisement also mentions age relaxation provisions for eligible candidates.
Selection Process
The selection process will depend on the requirements of each position. Applicants will undergo relevant tests and further assessments.
Candidates applying for Driver positions must also pass the prescribed driving test. The PAF will shortlist applicants according to its recruitment criteria. Government employees must provide departmental permission or a No Objection Certificate (NOC), where required.
How to Apply for PAF Civilian Jobs 2026
Interested candidates can register online through the official Pakistan Air Force recruitment website.
Applicants should visit www.joinpaf.gov.pk to access the registration form. They must provide their personal information, educational qualifications and other required details.
Candidates can also visit their nearest PAF Information and Selection Centre for registration assistance. The recruitment process will include computerized testing. Therefore, applicants should have basic computer knowledge.
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Candidates should keep their original CNIC or Smart Card ready. They must also arrange their educational certificates, domicile and other relevant documents for verification. The online registration deadline is November 22, 2026. Interested applicants should complete the process before the closing date.
