Written by: Asim Shahzad | Last updated: 15 November 2026
The advertised vacancy list (posts, qualifications, age limits and last date) was checked against the Directorate General of Archaeology advertisement and the Punjab Job Portal listing on 15 November 2026. The countdown box and the dated plan were added on 15 November 2026. Confirm final details on the official portal.
📑 Table of Contents (show / hide)
- The nine posts at a glance
- Qualification and experience, post by post
- Project Director Rawalpindi: where the ad and portal differ
- Which post fits you?
- Domicile, NOC and registrations to arrange first
- Why applications get rejected, and the fix
- How to apply on the Punjab Job Portal
- Dates and a dated plan
- Background on the heritage projects
- Screenshot checklist
- Questions applicants ask
- Official contacts
- Also read
- Sources
Nine posts, three heritage projects and one firm deadline: Friday, 27 November 2026. The Directorate General of Archaeology jobs 2026 advertisement runs from a Project Director to a Master Craftsman, and every application goes through the Punjab Job Portal. Below: who can apply, what each post asks for, and where the advertisement and the portal listing differ.
Illustration, not a screenshot of the official portal
The nine posts at a glance
The advertisement groups the posts under three projects. All are temporary, project-based contract jobs.
| Project | Post | Level | Vacancies | Age limit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rawalpindi Walled City | Project Director | PPS-11 | 1 | Not printed in ad (portal: 18 to 50) | Advertisement |
| Rawalpindi Walled City | Senior Electric Engineer | PPS-08 | 1 | Not printed in ad | Advertisement |
| Rawalpindi Walled City | HSE Officer | PPS-08 | 1 | Not printed in ad | Advertisement |
| Rawalpindi Walled City | Graphic Designer | PPS-07 | 1 | Not printed in ad | Advertisement |
| Rawalpindi Walled City | Master Craftsman | PPS-07 | 1 | Not printed in ad | Advertisement |
| Rohtas Fort, Jhelum | Project Director | PPS-10 | 1 | 55 years | Advertisement |
| Punjab Tourism PMU | Structural Engineer | PPS-09 | 1 | 50 years | Advertisement |
| Punjab Tourism PMU | Conservation Architect | PPS-09 | 1 | 40 years | Advertisement |
| Punjab Tourism PMU | Procurement Officer | PPS-08 | 1 | 40 years | Advertisement |
As of 15 November 2026. Source: Directorate General of Archaeology advertisement. The Project Director Rawalpindi portal listing separately shows an age range of 18 to 50. For a post with no printed age limit, open that post on the Punjab Job Portal before applying.
Illustration, not a screenshot of the official portal
Qualification and experience, post by post
Experience rules differ for each post, so read your own row carefully.
| Post | Qualification printed in the ad | Minimum experience | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Project Director (Rawalpindi) | Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Project Management, Architecture or Public Policy, with a B.Sc. in Civil Engineering or Urban Planning | 10 to 12 years | Advertisement |
| Senior Electric Engineer | Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering | 5 years | Advertisement |
| HSE Officer | B.Sc. Environmental Engineering or NEBOSH certification | 5 years | Advertisement |
| Graphic Designer | Bachelor's in Graphic Design | 3 to 5 years | Advertisement |
| Master Craftsman | Technical diploma, skilled certification, DAE or literate | 5 years | Advertisement |
| Project Director (Rohtas Fort) | Master's or Bachelor's in Civil Engineering from an HEC recognized university; registered Professional Engineer with PEC | 10 years with a Master's, 15 years with a Bachelor's; heritage and monument conservation preferred | Advertisement |
| Structural Engineer | Master's in Structural Engineering or Bachelor's in Civil Engineering (HEC recognized); PEC registration required | 7 years in structural design with a Master's, 10 years with a Bachelor's | Advertisement |
| Conservation Architect | Master's or Bachelor's in Architecture (HEC recognized); PCATP registration | 7 years in architectural conservation, adaptive reuse and heritage design | Advertisement |
| Procurement Officer | Master's or Bachelor's in Civil Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Law or Economics (HEC recognized) | 5 years with a Master's, 7 years with a Bachelor's | Advertisement |
As of 15 November 2026. Source: Directorate General of Archaeology advertisement.
Project Director Rawalpindi: where the ad and portal differ
This senior post is described differently in the advertisement and in the portal listing (posted 14 November 2026). When two official pages differ, assume the stricter one applies and confirm by phone.
| Item | Advertisement | Portal listing | Safer reading | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Experience | 10 to 12 years | 10 years with an MS/M.Phil (18 years of education); 12 years with a Master's or Bachelor's (Hons) (16 years) | Use the portal split, since it tells you which number applies to your degree | Advertisement; portal listing |
| Age | No age printed for this row | 18 to 50 | Treat 50 as the upper limit | Advertisement; portal listing |
| Who may apply | Candidates with Pakistani nationality | Domicile required; district shown as All Pakistan | Keep a valid domicile ready | Advertisement; portal listing |
| Degree areas | Civil Engineering, Urban Planning, Project Management, Architecture, Public Policy | The same list plus Construction Engineering | If your field is Construction Engineering, ask the department first | Advertisement; portal listing |
As of 15 November 2026. Sources: Directorate General of Archaeology advertisement and the Punjab Job Portal listing for Project Director Rawalpindi.
Which post fits you?
- Civil engineer with PEC registration and long project supervision: look at Project Director Rohtas Fort first, then Structural Engineer.
- Architect registered with PCATP: Conservation Architect, if your seven years are in conservation or heritage design.
- Urban planner or project manager: Project Director Rawalpindi.
- Electrical, environmental or design graduate: Senior Electric Engineer, HSE Officer or Graphic Designer.
- Diploma holder or skilled artisan: Master Craftsman, which accepts a diploma, skilled certification, DAE or a literate candidate with five years of experience.
- Law, economics or supply chain background: Procurement Officer, but note the age limit of 40.
- Government or semi-government employee: get the NOC before you apply (see below).
More openings of this kind are collected under the Jobs & Careers label.
Domicile, NOC and registrations to arrange first
Domicile. The portal listing for Project Director Rawalpindi says domicile is required. If you do not have one, the portal points to Punjab's doorstep service: call 1202, use the Dastak Doorstep Delivery app, or visit the Dastak web portal. Our step-by-step guide to the Punjab domicile certificate online explains the process. Start this first, because you cannot upload a certificate you do not yet hold.
NOC. Condition 4 of the advertisement requires a prior no objection certificate from government and semi-government servants. Ask your office now.
Council registrations. Rohtas Fort Project Director needs registration as a Professional Engineer with PEC, the Structural Engineer needs PEC registration, and the Conservation Architect needs PCATP registration. Check yours is active before applying.
Why applications get rejected, and the fix
| Problem | Fix | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Incomplete application | Fill every Profile Builder tab; the ad says incomplete applications will be rejected | Advertisement, condition 5 |
| One form for several posts | Submit a separate application for each post you want | Advertisement, condition 1 |
| Missing NOC (serving employees) | Arrange the NOC before applying | Advertisement, condition 4 |
| Applying after the date | Apply well before 27 November 2026; late applications are not considered | Advertisement, condition 7 |
| Mistake after submitting | Review first: a submitted application cannot be updated, and each job can be applied for once | Punjab Job Portal FAQ |
| Wrong post for your profile | The portal advises applying only to vacancies that match your profile | Punjab Job Portal FAQ |
As of 15 November 2026.
How to apply on the Punjab Job Portal
- Register on the Punjab Job Portal with a valid email address and set a password.
- Open the activation link sent to that email and log in.
- Complete every tab in Profile Builder: personal information, experience, academics, skills, trainings, certifications, research work, target job and references.
- Find the post under Jobs, open it and press Apply. Enter your current and expected salary and any disability information when asked.
- Check the green confirmation message. You will also get an email and a text message.
Illustration, not a screenshot of the official portal
The advertisement names no other way to apply, so ignore anyone offering to submit it for you.
Dates and a dated plan
The last date, printed in both the advertisement and the portal listing, is Friday, 27 November 2026. The Punjab Job Portal FAQ says shortlisted candidates are usually contacted within one month after the position expires. One month after 27 November lands on about 27 December 2026, so treat that as a rough guide, not a promise. A dated plan that keeps a safety margin:
- Mon 16 Nov: ask your office for the NOC and, if you have no domicile, place the Dastak request.
- Wed 18 to Fri 20 Nov: register on the portal, complete every Profile Builder tab and scan your degrees and experience letters.
- Mon 23 Nov: submit each application and save the confirmation message.
- Fri 27 Nov: last date; late applications are not considered.
- About 27 Dec: rough guide for shortlisting calls.
Illustration, not a screenshot of the official portal
Background on the heritage projects
Dawn reported on 8 April 2026 that Rawalpindi's district administration had begun planning to preserve the old city, starting with areas such as Purana Qila and Sarafa Bazaar. That is a separate district-level effort and does not mention these vacancies, so treat it as background only. For Rohtas Fort, Dawn reported in July 2026 that the UN's cultural agency made a technical visit to review ongoing restoration by the Punjab archaeology directorate, so heritage standards clearly matter there.
Screenshot checklist
- CNIC, degrees and experience letters scanned
- Domicile certificate, or a Dastak request already placed
- NOC from your department, if you are a serving employee
- PEC or PCATP registration number, if your post needs it
- Profile Builder complete, then one application per post
- Submitted by 27 November 2026, with the confirmation message saved
Questions applicants ask
Is this a permanent government job?
No. The advertisement calls the appointments temporary, non-transferable and non-pensionable, with no right to regularization.
What is the salary?
Pay is a lump sum including all allowances, with a 4% annual increment in the Project Pay Scale. No rupee amounts are printed, so ask the department on the number below.
Can I apply for more than one post?
Yes, but you must submit a separate application for each post, and each job can be applied for only once.
Is there an application fee or travel allowance?
The advertisement mentions no application fee, and no TA/DA is paid for interviews. If anyone asks for money to secure this job, treat it as a scam.
When will I hear back?
The portal FAQ says shortlisted candidates are usually contacted within one month after the post expires, by email and text message. Only shortlisted candidates are called.
Official contacts
Directorate General of Archaeology, 60-A, Garden Block, Garden Town, Lahore. Phone: 042-99233357-58. For portal problems, write to jobsonlinesupport@punjab.gov.pk or call +92 42 99000000, extension 1222.
Also read
Keep the portal confirmation as your proof of applying.
Sources
- Directorate General of Archaeology advertisement (posted 14-11-2026)
- Punjab Job Portal: listing for Project Director Rawalpindi (checked 15-11-2026)
- Punjab Job Portal: FAQs
- Dastak Doorstep Delivery portal
- Dawn, 8 April 2026: Preservation of old city areas of Pindi planned
- Dawn, 23 July 2026: restoration works at Rohtas Fort inspected
- Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC)
- Pakistan Council of Architects and Town Planners (PCATP)
- Higher Education Commission (HEC)
- NEBOSH
Disclaimer: PakAlerts360 is an unofficial blog and is not affiliated with any government body. This post is for information only. Please confirm final details on the official Punjab Job Portal before applying.
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