Last Updated: 9 November 2026
Author: Muhammad Imran – Educativz.com
Source: PHDEC advertisement no. PHDEC/HR/2026 (PID(I) 4239/26) in Nawaiwaqt Lahore e-paper, Sunday 8 November 2026, page 2, the official IBA Karachi PHDEC test portal and the official advertisement PDF.
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Quick answer: PHDEC jobs November 2026: the Pakistan Horticulture Development & Export Company (Ministry of Commerce) is hiring 3 Assistant Managers (CPS-06 / BS-17) on contract: 2 Assistant Manager (Agri-Products) (1 KPK, 1 Sindh) and 1 Assistant Manager (IT) in Islamabad (open merit). You need 16 years of education (HEC-recognised) and 3 years of relevant experience; maximum age 35. Apply online only on the IBA portal, pay Rs. 1,500 test fee per post, last date Wednesday 25 November 2026, 05:00 PM.
Days left: 25 November 2026 is 16 days from today, 9 November 2026. The official IBA page shows the same closing date. Hard copies are not accepted and late applications are not considered.
In this guide
PHDEC Jobs November 2026: At a Glance
| Organization | Pakistan Horticulture Development & Export Company (PHDEC), a State-Owned Enterprise under the Ministry of Commerce, Government of Pakistan |
| Advertisement | No. PHDEC/HR/2026, PID(I) 4239/26, Nawaiwaqt Lahore 8 November 2026, page 2 |
| Positions | Assistant Manager (Agri-Products), Assistant Manager (IT), both CPS-06 / equivalent to BS-17 |
| Number of posts | 3: Agri-Products 2 (KPK 1, Sindh 1), IT 1 (Islamabad, open merit) |
| Employment | Contract basis, renewable further on performance basis |
| Testing agency | IBA Karachi (written test; group discussion and interview for shortlisted candidates) |
| How to apply | Online only on the IBA portal (admissions.iba.edu.pk/phdec-hr-2026.php) |
| Test fee | Rs. 1,500 per post, non-refundable, at any Meezan Bank branch via the portal voucher |
| Last date | Wednesday, 25 November 2026, by 05:00 PM (PST) |
| Salary | CPS-06 / BS-17 grade printed; Not printed in the ad (exact pay figure) |
Posts, Regional Quota and Eligibility Criteria
| Position and grade | Posts | Regional allocation | Qualification and experience | Max age |
| Assistant Manager (Agri-Products) CPS-06 / BS-17 |
2 | KPK 1 Sindh 1 |
16 years of education in Agriculture / Horticulture from an HEC-recognised university; 3 years of Agri-based experience | 35 |
| Assistant Manager (IT) CPS-06 / BS-17 |
1 | Islamabad (Open Merit) | 16 years of education in Computer Science / Information Technology / Software Engineering from an HEC-recognised university; 3 years of relevant experience in IT systems, network and database administration, website management and cyber security, preferably in a public sector organisation / SOE | 35 |
How we read it: 16 years of education means a 4-year BS / BSc (Hons) or a Master’s degree. The ad says age relaxation is admissible as per Government rules, and age, qualification and experience are counted as on the closing date (25 November 2026). Only relevant post-qualification experience is counted.
Written Test and Official Syllabus
IBA has published a syllabus for each post on the same portal page. We read both PDFs.
| Post | What the official syllabus says |
| Assistant Manager (Agri-Products) (syllabus PDF) | 8 topics with weights: Introduction to Horticulture 10%, Basics of Crop Production 15%, Post-Harvest Handling 15%, Common Pests and Diseases 10%, Processing and Value Addition 10%, Marketing of Horticultural Products 10%, Climate and Environmental Impact 10%, General Agriculture Knowledge 20% |
| Assistant Manager (IT) (syllabus PDF) | 100 marks: English 20 (fill in the blanks, synonyms, antonyms, reading comprehension) and Professional 80. Areas: computer fundamentals, architecture and organisation, operating systems, networking and internet, databases, software engineering, programming concepts, web technologies, information security, IT management and governance, CSS / HTML / WordPress / CMS |
Quick prep: Agri candidates should give most time to crop production, post-harvest handling (15% each) and general agriculture (20%). IT candidates should split time 20/80 between English and the professional areas, and practise WordPress / CMS and cyber security basics.
General Terms and Conditions (from the Ad)
- Age relaxation is admissible as per Government rules.
- Age, qualification and experience are reckoned as on the closing date of applications.
- Eligibility is decided on academic qualification and experience; only relevant post-qualification experience is counted.
- Separate applications (and fee) are required for each post.
- Quota / regional allocation is applied as per Government policy.
- Government / semi-government employees must submit a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of the interview.
- Only shortlisted candidates are called for the written test, group discussion and interview. No TA / DA is admissible.
- Submission of false information means disqualification at any stage and / or legal action.
- PHDEC may cancel or modify the recruitment process or increase / decrease the number of posts without assigning any reason.
- All updates are sent by email; check your inbox and spam folder regularly.
- Original documents and a set of photocopies are required at the interview.
How to Apply for PHDEC Jobs Online (Step by Step)
We opened the official IBA portal page and the first screen of the Agri-Products application form. We did not create an account or submit anything. Later screens can change, so follow what the official site shows.
Go to admissions.iba.edu.pk/phdec-hr-2026.php (“Written Test for Multiple Posts – PHDEC”). It lists both posts with a Syllabus link, an Apply Now link and the advertisement dated 08-11-26 with closing date 25-11-26.
Click Apply Now next to Assistant Manager (Agri-products) or Assistant Manager (IT). If you qualify for both, you must apply separately and pay a separate fee.
For the Agri-Products form the first screen asks “Do you have 3 years of experience in Agriculture?” (Yes / No). Answer honestly; the form is built to stop candidates who do not meet the experience rule.
Complete the form with details exactly as in your CNIC and degrees. The ad warns that false information leads to disqualification.
Generate the fee voucher on the portal and deposit the non-refundable Rs. 1,500 at any branch of Meezan Bank Limited in the account of IBA Karachi before the last date.
Save a screenshot or PDF of your submitted form and the paid voucher. Watch your email and spam folder for the test call.
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Selection Process
| 1. Screening | Online applications are checked against the eligibility criteria |
| 2. Written test | Conducted by IBA Karachi at designated centres in Karachi, Peshawar, Islamabad, Quetta and Lahore |
| 3. Interview | For candidates who qualify the written test (the ad also mentions a group discussion) |
| 4. Final selection | Strictly on merit, subject to regional allocation and quota rules |
Official contact for queries (as printed): ext_testing@iba.edu.pk, +92-21-38104700, extensions 2380 / 2370 / 2377. Detailed ToRs and job descriptions are said to be on www.phdec.gov.pk; when we checked on 9 November 2026 its careers page did not yet list this advertisement, so the IBA portal and the printed ad are the sources to follow.
What the Ad Does Not Say
Not printed in the ad:
- Exact salary or pay package (only the grade CPS-06 / BS-17 and “contract basis”).
- Written test date and centre allotment.
- Contract length (it only says renewable on performance).
- The city of posting for the KPK and Sindh Agri posts.
- Whether an experienced candidate in a related but not identical agri field will be accepted (the eligibility screen is strict).
Safety Note: Use Only the Official Portal
Read before you apply:
- Pay the fee only through the voucher generated on the IBA portal into the IBA Karachi account at Meezan Bank. Never send money to an agent or a personal account.
- Nobody can “guarantee” a PHDEC job. Do not share your CNIC image, OTP or passwords on WhatsApp or Facebook.
- This article is a reading of the newspaper ad and the official IBA pages. The printed ad and the portal are final.
Karna / Nahi Karna
Karna:
- Count your 3 years of experience up to 25 November 2026 before applying.
- Apply early and pay the fee well before the last day (bank branches close; the deadline is 05:00 PM).
- Apply separately for each post you want.
- Keep CNIC, degree, experience letters and (if in government service) your NOC ready.
Nahi karna:
- Do not apply for the wrong regional quota; Agri posts are 1 KPK and 1 Sindh, IT is Islamabad open merit.
- Do not post hard copies; the ad says online only.
- Do not give false information; it means disqualification and possible legal action.
- Do not rely on unofficial links; use only the IBA portal and the printed ad.
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PHDEC Jobs November 2026: FAQs
What is the last date for PHDEC jobs November 2026?
Wednesday, 25 November 2026, by 05:00 PM (PST), as printed in the ad and shown on the IBA portal.
How many posts are there and where?
Three posts: two Assistant Manager (Agri-Products), one in KPK and one in Sindh, and one Assistant Manager (IT) in Islamabad on open merit.
What is the qualification for PHDEC Assistant Manager?
16 years of education from an HEC-recognised university: Agriculture / Horticulture for the Agri post, Computer Science / IT / Software Engineering for the IT post, plus 3 years of relevant experience. Maximum age is 35.
How do I apply and how much is the fee?
Apply online only on the IBA portal (admissions.iba.edu.pk/phdec-hr-2026.php), generate the voucher and pay Rs. 1,500 per post at any Meezan Bank branch before the last date. Hard copies are not accepted.
Do I need to apply separately for each post?
Yes. The ad says separate applications and a separate fee are required for each post.
What is the written test syllabus?
IBA published a syllabus per post. Agri-Products has 8 weighted topics (for example crop production 15%, general agriculture 20%). IT is 100 marks: English 20 and Professional 80.
Is there TA / DA and what is the salary?
No TA / DA for the test or interview. The ad prints the grade CPS-06 / BS-17 but no salary figure.
