CDA Islamabad Jobs September 2026 | Transport Officer, Fireman, Medical Technician, Draftsman & Khakroob — 228 Posts
Capital Development Authority (CDA) Islamabad has invited applications for 228 posts across 16 categories on a contract basis. Advertised posts include Transport Officer, Bronto Sky-lift Coordinator, Drill Instructor, PT Instructor, Leading Fireman, Fireman, Medical Technician, Draftsman, Foreman, Dafadar, Caretaker, Mess Cook, Cook, Dispatch Rider, Driver LTV and Khakroob. Applications must be submitted online at cda.gov.pk/jobs within 20 days of the advertisement.
Applications must be submitted online only at https://cda.gov.pk/jobs/, along with scanned attested copies of educational documents, experience certificates, a recent photograph, pay order, CNIC and domicile, within 20 days from the date of advertisement (published 12 September 2026 in Daily Ausaf). Incomplete applications will not be entertained. A non-refundable processing fee of Rs. 2,000/- per post applies, payable online via PSID/QR code. Final selection for all posts is subject to prescribed physical standards — minimum height 5'6" (male) / 5'4" (female), 6/6 vision, BMI below 30, and a minimum 33-inch chest for male candidates.
📌 Source: Daily Ausaf ePaper — 12 September 2026 | More Islamabad Jobs on Educativz
CDA Islamabad Jobs September 2026 — Overview
Quick summary of this recruitment announcement.
Capital Development Authority (CDA), Islamabad has invited applications for 228 posts across 16 categories, to be filled on a contract basis. The advertisement covers technical, fire-fighting, medical-support, transport and support-staff roles, with the CDA Fire Service accounting for the bulk of the vacancies through Leading Fireman (22 posts) and Fireman (109 posts) alone.
Other posts include Transport Officer, Bronto Sky-lift Coordinator, Drill Instructor, PT Instructor, Medical Technician, Draftsman, Foreman, Dafadar, Caretaker, Mess Cook, Cook, Dispatch Rider, Driver LTV and Khakroob. Several posts — Drill Instructor, PT Instructor and Dafadar (dog handler) — carry a stated preference for retired Army personnel with relevant certification. Recruitment follows a Merit + ICT (Islamabad Capital Territory) + provincial quota structure, and all applications must be filed online only.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Organization | Capital Development Authority (CDA), Islamabad |
| Employment Type | Contract Basis (initial 2 years, extendable; no vested right to regular appointment) |
| Total Post Categories | 16 categories, 228 posts |
| Quota System | Merit + ICT (Islamabad Capital Territory), plus Punjab, Sindh (Urban/Rural), Balochistan, KPK/FATA and AJK shares on larger posts |
| Application Fee | Rs. 2,000/- per post applied for (non-refundable, paid online) |
| Apply At | cda.gov.pk/jobs (online only) |
| Newspaper | Daily Ausaf — 12 September 2026 |
| Last Date | Within 20 days of the advertisement (≈ 2 October 2026) |
CDA Islamabad Jobs September 2026 — Quick Details
Verified information at a glance.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Capital Development Authority (CDA), Islamabad |
| Job Type | Contract Basis |
| Positions | Transport Officer, Bronto Sky-lift Coordinator, Drill Instructor, PT Instructor, Leading Fireman, Fireman, Medical Technician, Draftsman, Foreman, Dafadar, Caretaker, Mess Cook, Cook, Dispatch Rider, Driver LTV, Khakroob |
| Total Vacancies | 228 — see Section 3 for the full post-wise breakdown |
| Education | Varies by post — from literacy (Khakroob) to B-Tech (Transport Officer). See Section 3 |
| Experience | Varies by post — 3 to 5 years relevant experience for most technical/support posts |
| Age Limit | 30 years for most posts; 33 years for Transport Officer (age relaxation as per Government policy) |
| Physical Standards | Height 5'6" (male)/5'4" (female); vision 6/6 (glasses permitted); BMI below 30; chest minimum 33" (male candidates) |
| Domicile | Not restricted to one province — recruitment follows Merit/ICT/provincial quota per post |
| Application Fee | Rs. 2,000/- per post, paid online via PSID/QR code |
| Last Date | Within 20 days of advertisement (≈ 2 October 2026) |
| Application Method | Online only, at cda.gov.pk/jobs — no postal or in-person submission |
All 16 Posts — Qualification, Experience & Quota
Every post exactly as printed in the advertisement, with pay scale, number of posts, qualification/experience, age limit and quota.
| Post | BPS | No. of Posts | Qualification & Experience | Age | Quota |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transport Officer | 16 | 1 | B-Tech, 05 years of relevant experience. | 33 | Merit |
| Bronto Sky-lift Coordinator | 14 | 1 | DAE (Mechanical/Electronics/Electrical/Mechatronics), 03 years of relevant experience. | 30 | Merit |
| Drill Instructor | 14 | 2 | Graduation in physical education with relevant certification. Preference to retired Army personnel with PMA/Pak Army Training Centre certification as a drill instructor. 03 years of relevant experience. | 30 | Merit=1, ICT=1 |
| PT Instructor | 14 | 2 | Graduation in physical education with relevant certification. Preference to retired Army personnel with PMA/Pak Army Training Centre certification as a physical training instructor. 03 years of relevant experience. | 30 | Merit=1, ICT=1 |
| Leading Fireman | 12 | 22 | BSc or BA with DAE, working in a government Fire Service. 05 years of relevant experience. | 30 | Merit=1, ICT=11, Punjab=5, Sindh(R)=1, Sindh(U)=1, Balochistan=1, KPK/FATA=2 |
| Fireman | 11 | 109 | DAE (Electrical/Mechanical/Civil/Electronics). Relevant experience/certification preferred. | 30 | Merit=15, ICT=74, Sindh(R)=6, Sindh(U)=4, Balochistan=10 |
| Medical Technician | 11 | 55 | FSc (pre-medical) or FA (2nd Div) with 1-year Dispenser/Paramedical Diploma (2nd Div) from a recognized Board, Council or University. Relevant experience/certification preferred. | 30 | Merit=4, ICT=37, Punjab=7, Sindh(U)=3, Balochistan=2, KPK=1, AJK=1 |
| Draftsman | 11 | 2 | Matric with DAE (Civil/Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing/Architect) with AutoCAD certification. Relevant experience/certification preferred. | 30 | Merit=1, ICT=1 |
| Foreman | 14 | 1 | DAE (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics/Automobile). Relevant experience/certification preferred. | 30 | Merit |
| Dafadar | 09 | 4 | Matric. Preference to retired Army personnel — retired from the RV&FC Army Dog Training School, with relevant experience as a search dog handler/trainer. | 30 | Merit=1, ICT=2, Punjab=1 |
| Caretaker | 08 | 1 | Matric with 1-year diploma in Civil/Electrician/Plumbing/Carpenter. 03 years of relevant experience. | 30 | Merit |
| Mess Cook | 07 | 2 | Middle with cooking/chef certification. 05 years of relevant experience. | 30 | Merit=1, ICT=1 |
| Cook | 06 | 2 | Middle with cooking/chef certification. 03 years of relevant experience. | 30 | Merit=1, ICT=1 |
| Dispatch Rider | 05 | 2 | Matric from a recognized institute with a motorbike licence. | 30 | Merit=1, ICT=1 |
| Driver LTV | 04 | 20 | Middle with an LTV licence. 03 years of experience in a relevant field. | 30 | Merit=2, ICT=10, Punjab=3, Sindh(R)=3, Balochistan=1, AJK=1 |
| Khakroob | 01 | 2 | Literate. | 30 | Merit=1, ICT=1 |
| Total | — | 228 | — | — | — |
Eligibility & Physical Standards
General eligibility conditions and mandatory physical requirements mentioned in the advertisement.
- Education & Experience: Varies widely by post — see the full table in Section 3.
- Age Limit: 30 years for most posts; 33 years for Transport Officer. Age relaxation applies as per Government policy.
- Quota: All applicable quotas (Merit, ICT, provincial) will be observed as per Government policy.
- Retired Army Personnel Preference: Drill Instructor and PT Instructor posts prefer candidates with PMA/Pak Army Training Centre certification; the Dafadar post prefers candidates retired from the RV&FC Army Dog Training School with search dog handler/trainer experience.
- Contract Terms: Appointment is on contract for an initial 2 years, extendable further if required — this does not create a vested right to regular appointment.
- CDA reserves the right to cancel the advertisement, or to increase or decrease the number of posts, at its discretion.
Final selection for all categories of posts is subject to the fulfillment of these prescribed physical requirements:
- Height: At least 5'6" (167.6 cm) for male candidates, and 5'4" (162.6 cm) for female candidates.
- Vision: 6/6 eyesight; glasses are permitted.
- BMI: Must be below 30.
- Chest: Minimum 33 inches (male candidates only).
Required Documents & Application Fee
Documents to upload with the online application, and the processing fee, as mentioned in the advertisement.
- Scanned attested copies of educational documents
- Experience certificates
- Recent photograph
- Pay order (for the application fee)
- CNIC
- Domicile
- Original documents (educational and experience certificates) with attested copies must be brought at the time of interview
- Candidates already serving in Government-sector organizations must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their department along with the application
Candidates are required to pay a fee of Rs. 2,000/- for each post they apply for, as a processing fee. The fee must be submitted online using the PSID/QR code via any banking app, which is generated upon successful submission of the application. For further queries, email cda.jobs@cda.gov.pk.
How to Apply — Step by Step
Application process exactly as mentioned in the advertisement.
- Visit https://cda.gov.pk/jobs/ and complete the online application form.
- Upload scanned attested copies of educational documents, experience certificates, a recent photograph, pay order, CNIC and domicile.
- Pay the Rs. 2,000/- per-post processing fee online via the PSID/QR code generated after submission.
- Submit the application within 20 days from the date of advertisement (12 September 2026) — i.e., by approximately 2 October 2026.
- If already serving in a Government-sector organization, attach an NOC from your department with the application.
- Bring original documents with attested copies at the time of the interview, if shortlisted.
Application Deadline
Direct answer for the closing date.
Online applications, along with all required scanned documents and the processing fee, must be submitted at cda.gov.pk/jobs within 20 days from the date of advertisement. The advertisement was published in Daily Ausaf on 12 September 2026, which places the closing date at approximately 2 October 2026. Applicants are advised to complete their online submission well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Original Job Advertisement
Original advertisement published in Daily Ausaf on 12 September 2026.
Applicants can view the original job advertisement published in Daily Ausaf for complete instructions and any information that may not be included in this summary.
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Important Instructions for Applicants
General information and instructions from the original advertisement.
- Age relaxation shall be applicable as per Government policy.
- All applicable quotas will be observed as per Government policy.
- CDA has the right to cancel the advertisement, or to increase/decrease the number of posts.
- Employees will be appointed on contract basis for an initial period of two years, which will be extended further if required, with no vested right for regular appointment.
- Only shortlisted candidates who qualify as per the above criteria will be called for a written test/skill test/physical test/interview.
- No TA/DA will be admissible.
- Candidates will be required to bring original documents (educational and experience certificates and attested copies) at the time of interview.
- A candidate already serving in a Government-sector organization is required to submit an NOC from their department along with the application.
- Final selection is subject to the fulfillment of the prescribed physical requirements applicable to all categories of posts (see Section 4).
- In case of any query, contact 051-9252995 during office hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions about CDA Islamabad Jobs September 2026.
What is CDA Islamabad Jobs September 2026 about?
It is a "Vacant Positions" recruitment drive by the Capital Development Authority (CDA), Islamabad, for 228 contract-basis posts across 16 categories, including Transport Officer, Fireman, Medical Technician, Draftsman and Khakroob.
What is the last date to apply?
Applications must be submitted online within 20 days of the advertisement date (12 September 2026), which places the deadline at approximately 2 October 2026.
How can I apply for these positions?
Applications must be submitted online only, at cda.gov.pk/jobs, along with scanned attested copies of educational documents, experience certificates, photograph, pay order, CNIC and domicile. No postal or in-person applications are accepted.
How many total vacancies are available?
A total of 228 posts are advertised across 16 categories, with Fireman (109 posts) and Leading Fireman (22 posts) being the largest categories.
What is the application fee?
Rs. 2,000/- per post applied for, paid online via a PSID/QR code generated upon successful submission of the application.
What physical standards do I need to meet?
A minimum height of 5'6" for male and 5'4" for female candidates, 6/6 vision (glasses permitted), BMI below 30, and a minimum 33-inch chest for male candidates. These apply to final selection across all posts.
Is any post reserved for retired Army personnel?
Drill Instructor and PT Instructor posts give preference to retired Army personnel with PMA/Pak Army Training Centre certification, and the Dafadar post prefers candidates retired from the RV&FC Army Dog Training School with search dog handler/trainer experience.
Where can I view the original advertisement?
The original advertisement was published in Daily Ausaf on 12 September 2026 and can be viewed through the source link provided in this article.
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