The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Government of Pakistan, Islamabad has announced MOFA Jobs 2026 for 38 vacancies under the Balochistan quota (6% Provincial Quota) — Stenotypist, Upper Division Clerk (UDC), Lower Division Clerk (LDC) and Driver. Candidates with Balochistan domicile can apply: Stenotypist, UDC and LDC applications are submitted online through the National Job Portal, while the Driver post is filled through a walk-in interview. Applications for the online posts must be submitted within 15 days of the advertisement, and no application received after 8 November 2026 will be entertained.
Jobs Details
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA), Government of Pakistan |
| Location | Islamabad |
| Advertisement | Join Public Service – Balochistan Quota — PID(I) No. 3933/26, Deputy Director (Estt-V) |
| Quota | Balochistan (6% Provincial Quota) |
| Total Vacancies | 38 |
| Age Limit | 18 to 25 years for Stenotypist, UDC and LDC; 18 to 30 years for Driver (plus 05 years general age relaxation and 05 years additional relaxation for Balochistan candidates) |
| Application Method | Online through the National Job Portal for posts Sr. No. 01 to 03; walk-in interview for the Driver post |
| Last Date to Apply | 8 November 2026 (Sunday) |
| Contact | 051-9207661 |
Eligibility Criteria for MOFA Jobs
| Post | BPS | Posts | Age Limit | Qualification Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stenotypist | BPS-14 | 05 | 18–25 years (+05 years general age relaxation + 05 years additional relaxation for Balochistan candidates) | Intermediate; minimum speed of 80/40 w.p.m. in shorthand/typing respectively; must be computer literate |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | BPS-13 | 03 | 18–25 years (+05 years general age relaxation + 05 years additional relaxation for Balochistan candidates) | Intermediate; 03 weeks Basic IT Training Course (including MS Office conducted by NITB after selection before completion of probation period) |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | BPS-11 | 28 | 18–25 years (+05 years general age relaxation + 05 years additional relaxation for Balochistan candidates) | Matric; minimum typing speed 30 w.p.m.; 03 weeks Basic IT Training Course (including MS Office conducted by NITB after selection before completion of probation period) |
| Driver | BPS-04 | 02 | 18–30 years (+05 years general age relaxation + 05 years additional relaxation for Balochistan candidates) | Primary pass |
| Total | 38 |
Available Jobs in Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Under these MOFA Jobs 2026, the following posts are available, all under the Balochistan (6% Provincial Quota):
- Stenotypist (BPS-14) — 05 posts — Balochistan quota
- Upper Division Clerk (UDC) (BPS-13) — 03 posts — Balochistan quota
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC) (BPS-11) — 28 posts — Balochistan quota
- Driver (BPS-04) — 02 posts — Balochistan quota
How to apply for MOFA Jobs
- For Stenotypist, UDC and LDC (posts Sr. No. 01 to 03), fill in the application form directly on the application portal on the website of the National Job Portal at https://www.njp.gov.pk/ (open in a new tab) within fifteen (15) days from the date of advertisement
- For the Driver post, eligible candidates will be called for a walk-in interview conducted by a duly constituted Selection Committee
- Submit a separate application form for each post if applying for more than one post
- Applicants already in government service must apply through the proper channel and produce an NOC at the time of interview
- At the time of interview, present original documents along with a set of attested copies of degrees/certificates, as well as CNIC and domicile certificate
- Do not attach any extra documents with the application form, and note that applications received by hand will not be entertained
- For any job-related query, contact the Deputy Director (Estt-V), Ministry of Foreign Affairs, 1st Floor, Agha Shahi Block, Constitution Avenue, G-5/1, Islamabad, on 051-9207661
Qualification and Experience
- Stenotypist (BPS-14): Intermediate, with a minimum speed of 80/40 w.p.m. in shorthand/typing respectively, and must be computer literate
- Upper Division Clerk (UDC) (BPS-13): Intermediate, with a 03 weeks Basic IT Training Course (including MS Office conducted by NITB after selection before completion of probation period)
- Lower Division Clerk (LDC) (BPS-11): Matric, with a minimum typing speed of 30 w.p.m., and a 03 weeks Basic IT Training Course (including MS Office conducted by NITB after selection before completion of probation period)
- Driver (BPS-04): Primary pass
- Skill relaxation (posts Sr. No. 01 to 03): For posts requiring trainable skills like typing or basic computer proficiency, there is a one-time relaxation of the requirement to possess the prescribed skill at the time of initial appointment; selected candidates must acquire proficiency through departmental training during the probation period before confirmation
Eligibility Criteria for MOFA Jobs
- All posts are under the Balochistan (6% Provincial Quota), so candidates must hold Balochistan domicile/quota
- Age limit is 18 to 25 years for Stenotypist, UDC and LDC, and 18 to 30 years for Driver, with 05 years general age relaxation for all posts and a further 05 years relaxation admissible for Balochistan candidates under the Establishment Division’s O.M. No. 2/5/2026-BEFC/001 dated 22 October 2026 and 27 October 2026
- Selected candidates must submit a Medical Certificate as required under Rule 17 of the Civil Servant (Appointment, Promotion and Transfer) Rules 1973; if a candidate is declared medically unfit, the alternate candidate will be offered the post
- Only shortlisted applicants will be called for interviews
- No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the interview
- The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process in part or whole, or to increase or decrease the number of posts without assigning any reason
- Applications that are incomplete or received after 8 November 2026 will not be entertained
MOFA Jobs 2026 Advertisement
Conclusion
The MOFA Jobs 2026 offer 38 vacancies in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Government of Pakistan, under the Balochistan quota — 5 Stenotypist, 3 Upper Division Clerk, 28 Lower Division Clerk and 2 Driver posts, all based at the Ministry in Islamabad. Balochistan-domicile candidates with Intermediate, Matric or Primary qualifications should submit their online applications through the National Job Portal for the clerical posts, and Driver applicants should prepare for the walk-in interview, before 8 November 2026. For more government openings, browse the Govt Jobs category, including HEC Jobs 2026, Finance Division Jobs 2026 and NSPP Jobs 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How many vacancies are announced in MOFA Jobs 2026?
A: A total of 38 vacancies — Stenotypist 05, Upper Division Clerk (UDC) 03, Lower Division Clerk (LDC) 28 and Driver 02, all under the Balochistan (6% Provincial Quota).
Q: What is the last date to apply for MOFA Jobs 2026?
A: Applications that are incomplete or received after 8 November 2026 (Sunday) will not be entertained, as printed in the advertisement.
Q: What qualification is required for these posts?
A: Stenotypist and UDC require Intermediate; LDC requires Matric with 30 w.p.m. typing speed; Driver requires Primary pass. Stenotypist also needs 80/40 w.p.m. shorthand/typing speed and computer literacy, and UDC/LDC selected candidates complete a 03 weeks Basic IT Training Course (including MS Office) conducted by NITB after selection.
Q: What is the age limit for MOFA Jobs 2026?
A: 18 to 25 years for Stenotypist, UDC and LDC, and 18 to 30 years for Driver, with 05 years general age relaxation for all posts plus a further 05 years relaxation for Balochistan candidates.
Q: Who can apply for MOFA Jobs 2026?
A: Pakistani nationals holding Balochistan domicile/quota under the 6% Provincial Quota who meet the qualification, skill and age requirements for their post.
Q: How can I apply for these jobs?
A: For Stenotypist, UDC and LDC, fill in the application form directly on the National Job Portal at https://www.njp.gov.pk/ (open in a new tab) within 15 days of the advertisement. For the Driver post, eligible candidates will be called for a walk-in interview. Government servants must apply through the proper channel and produce an NOC at interview, and original documents with attested copies, CNIC and domicile certificate must be presented at interview.
Q: Where can I read more government jobs?
A: See more openings in the Govt Jobs category, including HEC Jobs 2026, Finance Division Jobs 2026 and NSPP Jobs 2026.
