The Forestry, Wildlife & Fisheries Department, Government of the Punjab, has announced Punjab Forestry Department Jobs 2026 for 7 posts across 5 positions on a contract basis under the development project titled “GIS-Based Protection Regime and Establishment of Digital Communication Cell in Forestry, Wildlife & Fisheries Department”. The positions are Animator, Data Analyst, Assistant Director Geospatial Modelling, Assistant Director Drone & GPS Survey and GIS Assistant, with salaries from Rs. 70,000 to Rs. 350,000 per month. Only candidates from Punjab Province are eligible to apply, and the last date to submit applications is 15 November 2026.
Candidates must apply online through the Punjab Job Portal and also send a hard copy of the submitted form with attested documents to the Director Geo-Spatial Planning & Monitoring, Forest GIS Lab, 108-Ravi Road Forest Colony, Lahore, by 15 November 2026 during office hours — submission of hard copies is mandatory.
Jobs Details
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Forestry, Wildlife & Fisheries Department, Government of the Punjab |
| Project | GIS-Based Protection Regime and Establishment of Digital Communication Cell in Forestry, Wildlife & Fisheries Department |
| Advertisement | Daily Jang, 1 November 2026 |
| Total Posts | 7 across 5 positions |
| Place of Posting | Lahore and anywhere in Punjab (post-wise) |
| Job Type | Contract, for the project period |
| Domicile | Punjab Province only |
| Salary Range | Rs. 70,000 to Rs. 350,000 per month |
| Application Method | Online through the Punjab Job Portal + hard copy by post/hand (mandatory) |
| Last Date to Apply | 15 November 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria for Forestry Department Punjab Jobs
| Position | Posts | Age Limit | Salary (per month) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animator | 01 | 28–35 Years | Rs. 350,000 |
| Data Analyst | 01 | 23–30 Years | Rs. 200,000 |
| Assistant Director Geospatial Modelling | 03 | 23–30 Years | Rs. 157,500 |
| Assistant Director Drone & GPS Survey | 01 | 23–30 Years | Rs. 157,500 |
| GIS Assistant | 01 | 22–28 Years | Rs. 70,000 |
Available Jobs in Forestry Department Punjab
Under these Punjab Forestry Department Jobs 2026, the following 5 positions are available:
- Animator (PPS-08) — 1 Post — Rs. 350,000 per month — Lahore — Master’s/Bachelor’s degree (16 years qualification) in Fine Arts or Film & TV or Computer Science, or other relevant degree from an HEC-recognized university, with 7 years’ experience in creating high-quality animations using industry-standard software such as Adobe Animate, After Effects or Maya; strong artistic skills including drawing, modeling and storytelling, with experience of 2D and 3D animations, visual effects and motion graphics
- Data Analyst (PPS-07) — 1 Post — Rs. 200,000 per month — Master’s/Bachelor’s degree (16 years qualification) in Data Science or Computer Science or MBA IT, or other relevant degree from an HEC-recognized university, with 3 years’ experience in analyzing and interpreting complex data sets related to environmental metrics and digital communications; proficient in data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL and data visualization platforms like Tableau or Power BI
- Assistant Director Geospatial Modelling (PPS-07) — 3 Posts — Rs. 157,500 per month — 16 years of education (second division) in Space Science / Remote Sensing & Geographical Information System (GIS) / Geo-informatics / GIS or equivalent from a university recognized by the Higher Education Commission; minimum 2 years’ post-qualification relevant experience, including 1 year of experience of use of Geographical Information System applications in the field of forestry or other natural resources
- Assistant Director Drone & GPS Survey (PPS-07) — 1 Post — Rs. 157,500 per month — 16 years of education (second division) in Space Science / Remote Sensing & GIS / GIS or equivalent from a recognized university; minimum 1 year of post-qualification relevant experience, including 6 months’ experience of use of Drone & Drone Image Data Analysis
- GIS Assistant (PPS-05) — 1 Post — Rs. 70,000 per month — Bachelor’s degree (second division) from a university recognized by the HEC in Space Sciences / Geographical Information System / RS & GIS / Geo-informatics / Geography / Geomatics or equivalent
How to apply for Forestry Department Punjab Jobs
- Apply online through the Punjab Job Portal at www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk
- After online submission, send a hard copy of the submitted online form, along with attested photocopies of your CNIC, domicile, academic and experience certificates, to the office of Director Geo-Spatial Planning & Monitoring, Forest GIS Lab, 108-Ravi Road Forest Colony, Lahore — submission of hard copies is mandatory
- Clearly mention the name of the post on both the application and the envelope
- For multiple posts, submit a separate application for each post
- In-service candidates must obtain/apply for NOC/DPC from their concerned department and provide it at the time of interview (if called)
- Bring your original documents at the time of interview, along with copies of educational documents, experience certificates, domicile, CNIC, 2 passport-size recent photographs and a detailed CV
- Submit your application by 15 November 2026 during office hours — incomplete applications, or applications received after the due date, will not be accepted and will be rejected without informing the applicants
- For inquiries, contact 042-37728098 or email gislabpfd.jobs@gmail.com
Qualification and Experience
- Animator: Master’s/Bachelor’s degree (16 years) in Fine Arts, Film & TV or Computer Science from an HEC-recognized university — 7 years’ experience in high-quality 2D/3D animation, modeling, visual effects and motion graphics (Adobe Animate, After Effects, Maya)
- Data Analyst: Master’s/Bachelor’s degree (16 years) in Data Science, Computer Science or MBA IT from an HEC-recognized university — 3 years’ experience in data analytics, environmental metrics, Excel, SQL, Power BI or Tableau
- Assistant Director Geospatial Modelling: 16 years of education (second division) in Space Science, Remote Sensing & GIS, Geo-informatics or GIS from an HEC-recognized university — minimum 2 years’ post-qualification relevant experience, including 1 year of GIS application use in forestry or natural resources
- Assistant Director Drone & GPS Survey: 16 years of education (second division) in Space Science, Remote Sensing & GIS or GIS — minimum 1 year of post-qualification relevant experience, including 6 months of Drone & Drone Image Data Analysis
- GIS Assistant: Bachelor’s degree (second division) from an HEC-recognized university in Space Sciences, GIS, RS & GIS, Geo-informatics, Geography or Geomatics
Eligibility Criteria for Forestry Department Punjab Jobs
- Only candidates from Punjab Province are eligible to apply for these posts
- General age relaxation in the upper age limit applies as per Government of the Punjab rules — +5 years for male candidates and +8 years for female candidates, as per S&GAD Notification No. SORI(S&GAD)9-36/81 dated 08-08-2016
- The recruitment is purely on a contractual basis during the project period, and the annual increment will be applied as per the approved PC-1 / Government-approved policies
- The selected candidates will not establish any claim for permanent appointment against these posts
- The Department is authorized for shortlisting candidates according to their eligibility and experience, and the decision of the Selection Committee will be final
- The Authority is authorized to increase or decrease the posts at any time without giving any prior notice, and the Competent Authority may cancel the entire recruitment process or any specific post at any time without prior notice
- The date of the interview/test will be informed on the given email/contact number to the shortlisted candidates only
- No TA/DA will be admissible for the test/interview
Forestry Department Punjab Jobs 2026 Advertisement
Conclusion
These Punjab Forestry Department Jobs 2026 are a strong opening for GIS, data and animation professionals in Punjab — 7 posts with salaries up to Rs. 350,000 per month under the GIS-Based Protection Regime project of the Forestry, Wildlife & Fisheries Department. If you hold a Punjab domicile and meet the qualification and experience for one of these posts, apply online at www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk and make sure your hard copy reaches the Forest GIS Lab, 108-Ravi Road Forest Colony, Lahore, before 15 November 2026. For more government openings in Punjab, browse the Govt Jobs and Punjab categories, and see our other recent posts like AIDU Jobs 2026, Tourism Department Punjab Jobs 2026 and Punjab PPMU Jobs 2026. Best of luck.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Forestry Department Punjab Jobs 2026?
The last date to submit online applications and deliver hard copies is 15 November 2026, during office hours. Incomplete applications, or applications received after the due date, will not be accepted.
How many posts are announced in Forestry Department Punjab Jobs 2026?
The advertisement announces 7 posts across 5 positions — Animator (1), Data Analyst (1), Assistant Director Geospatial Modelling (3), Assistant Director Drone & GPS Survey (1) and GIS Assistant (1).
How can I apply for Forestry Department Punjab Jobs?
Apply online through the Punjab Job Portal at www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk, then send a hard copy of the submitted form with attested photocopies of your CNIC, domicile, academic and experience certificates to the Director Geo-Spatial Planning & Monitoring, Forest GIS Lab, 108-Ravi Road Forest Colony, Lahore, by 15 November 2026. Submission of hard copies is mandatory.
What is the salary in Forestry Department Punjab Jobs 2026?
Salaries range from Rs. 70,000 per month (GIS Assistant, PPS-05) to Rs. 350,000 per month (Animator, PPS-08). Data Analyst gets Rs. 200,000 per month, and both Assistant Director posts get Rs. 157,500 per month.
Who is eligible to apply for these Forestry Department jobs?
Only candidates from Punjab Province are eligible. Each post needs the qualification and experience given in the advertisement, and general age relaxation of +5 years for males and +8 years for females applies in the upper age limit as per Government of Punjab rules.
Are these Forestry Department jobs permanent?
No. The recruitment is purely on a contractual basis for the project period, and selected candidates will not establish any claim for permanent appointment against these posts.
