Pakistan Railways has officially declared job of the Assistant Driver to be open in 2026 (BPS-09), and it is going to be a great employment opportunity to young and qualified candidates in Pakistan. It has put 417 vacancies on notice in various railway divisions and the recruitment is going to be done by way of a written test and interview.
Male candidates who are eligible may use the National Job Portal (NJP) to apply online and prior to the deadline. The purpose of this recruitment drive is to consolidate the working population of Pakistan Railways and offer stable government employment in the form of long-term career development.
Overview of Pakistan Railways Assistant Driver Jobs 2026
Pakistan Railways is also inviting applications to a post of Assistant Driver (BPS-09) among qualified Pakistani nationals. These positions are allocated to the large divisions of the railways and this guarantees representation of various regions.
Job Details at a Glance
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Assistant Driver |
| Organization | Pakistan Railways |
| BPS Scale | 09 |
| Total Vacancies | 417 |
| Gender | Male |
| Education | Matric with DAE / FSc / ICS |
| Age Limit | 18 to 30 years (with relaxation) |
| Job Location | Multiple divisions across Pakistan |
| Selection Method | Written Test (70%) + Interview (30%) |
| Last Date to Apply | 17 January 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria for Assistant Driver Jobs
To qualify in Pakistan Railways Assistant Driver vacancies, the candidates should meet the prescribed age and education qualifications.
Educational Qualification
Applicants must have any one of the following qualifications:
- Matric (2nd Division) with Science and 3-year DAE (2nd Division) in:
- Mechanical
- Electrical
- Electronics
- Information Technology
- Automobile
OR
- FSc (Pre-Engineering) – 2nd Division
- 3-month computer course from a recognized institute
OR
- Intermediate in Computer Science (ICS) – 2nd Division
Age Limit and Relaxation
- Basic Age Limit: 18 to 25 years
- General Age Relaxation: 5 years
Additional Age Relaxation
- Scheduled Castes, Buddhism Community, Sindh (Rural), Balochistan, Tribal Areas, AJK and Northern Areas: +3 years.
- Ex-Servicemen: Up to 15 years (or actual service, whichever is less)
- Government servants with 2 years continuous service: +10 years (maximum age 55 years)
- Children of deceased civil servants (died during service): +5 years
Division-Wise Vacancies
| Railway Division | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Peshawar | 33 |
| Rawalpindi | 30 |
| Lahore | 26 |
| Multan | 51 |
| Sukkur | 66 |
| Quetta | 29 |
| Karachi | 182 |
| Total | 417 |
Quota Allocation
Pakistan Railways will observe the following quota system:
- 60% Open Merit
- 5% Minorities / Non-Muslims
- 5% Orphans (NADRA death certificate required)
- 10% Ex-Servicemen
- 20% Son of Railway Employee
- Includes 2% for son of deceased railway employees
- Railway Card is mandatory
How to Apply for Pakistan Railways Assistant Driver Jobs 2026
Interested candidates must apply online through the National Job Portal (NJP).
Application Process
- Visit www.njp.gov.pk
- Register or log in to your account
- Search for Pakistan Railways Assistant Driver BPS-09
- Fill in the online application form carefully
- Upload required documents
- Upload MR receipt of the processing fee
Application Fee
- Rs. 1,000/- per application
- Payable at Pakistan Railways Cash Offices, including:
- C.C.T. Cash Office Lahore
- Station Masters
- Booking Offices of Pakistan Railways
Selection Process
- Written Test (70% weightage)
- Interview (30% weightage)
- Final merit list prepared by Pakistan Railways
Roll number slips for the written test will be issued through the National Job Portal.
Important Instructions
- Departmental candidates must apply through proper channel with NOC
- Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected
- Candidates awaiting final transcripts are not eligible
- No TA/DA will be provided for test or interview
- Selected candidates must:
- Pass medical examination
- Clear security clearance
- Complete prescribed training
Any fake or bogus document will result in cancellation of appointment.
Terms and Conditions
- Pakistan Railways reserves the right to cancel or modify vacancies
- Number of posts may be increased or decreased
- Late or incomplete applications will not be entertained
The Pakistan Railways Assistant Driver Jobs 2026 is a good chance to have a secure government job in case technically qualified candidates are willing to find one. It has 417 vacancies, has definite eligibility requirements and an open selection process, making the jobs perfect in case a young individual is planning to join Pakistan Railways. Application forms should be submitted early in the National Job Portal by interested applicants and all the requirements must be forwarded before time.
