Punjab Agriculture Department Lahore Jobs 2026 – Project Coordinator PPS-9 – Apply Online

The Government of the Punjab has announced the latest Punjab Agriculture Department Jobs 2026 for its development project titled ‘Chief Minister Punjab Kissan Card (Phase-II)’. Eligible candidates holding a Punjab domicile are invited to apply for the high-level position of Project Coordinator (PPS-9) based in Lahore. This contract-based role requires an advanced degree in agricultural sciences or development economics along with extensive professional experience. Interested applicants must submit their applications online and send hard copies of their documents by August 19, 2026.

Positions offered under this advertisement are purely on a contract basis. Applicants seeking government jobs in the agricultural sector can review the qualification parameters, experience requirements, and submission steps below.

Punjab Agriculture Department Jobs 2026 Overview

The following table summarizes the key details of the job advertisement:

Detail	Information
Organization	Agriculture Department, Government of Punjab
Project Name	Chief Minister Punjab Kissan Card (Phase-II)
Job Location	Lahore, Punjab
Last Date to Apply	19-08-2026
Domicile Required	Punjab Province

Vacancy Details

The department is currently recruiting for the following single position under the development project:

Position Detail	Information
Position Name	Project Coordinator (PPS-9)
Total Vacancies	01 Post
Posting Station	Lahore
Age Limit	Maximum 60 Years (No relaxation admissible)
Pay Scale	PPS-9

Salary and Employment Terms

The selected candidate will be appointed on a contract basis under the Project Pay Scale (PPS-9). The contract appointment is temporary in nature, non-transferable, job/post-specific, and non-pensionable. It confers no right for regularization of service. The initial contract appointment will be up to June 30, 2027. In case the project period is reduced or enhanced, the contract appointment order will be amended accordingly with the approval of the competent authority.

Eligibility and Qualifications

To qualify for the Project Coordinator post under Government of Punjab project directives, candidates must meet specific academic and professional standard criteria:

• Qualification: M.Sc. (Hons) representing 18 years of education in the field of Agricultural Sciences or Development Economics from a university or institute recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC). Candidates with other relevant MSc jobs degrees must provide an equivalence certificate issued by HEC.
• Experience: Minimum 25 years of professional experience. Candidates must have demonstrated exposure to dealing with Public Sector Development Programme (PSDP), Annual Development Programme (ADP), or foreign-funded development projects.
• Age Limit: Maximum 60 years on the closing date for submission of applications. No relaxation in the upper age limit is allowed.

Selection and Interview Process

Recruitments will be made strictly on merit on an all-Punjab basis in accordance with the selection and eligibility criteria approved in the PC-I. Only eligible candidates will be called for a test or interview. No TA/DA shall be paid for appearing in the test or interview. The list of eligible candidates will be displayed on the Notice Board 3 days prior to the interview in addition to the interview call letters. No post falls under the quota reserved for women, minorities, and disabled persons.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to apply for Punjab Agriculture Department Jobs 2026?

The last date to submit both the online application and the physical document package is August 19, 2026.

What qualification is required for the Project Coordinator post?

Applicants must possess an M.Sc. (Hons) degree (18 years of education) in Agricultural Sciences or Development Economics from an HEC-recognized university.

What is the age limit for this position?

The maximum age limit is 60 years on the closing date of application submission. No age relaxation is allowed.

Is it mandatory to submit hard copies of the application?

Yes, while candidates can apply online at jobs.punjab.gov.pk, submitting a hard copy of the application form along with complete attested relevant documents to the department within the due date is mandatory.

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