The Special Education Department, Government of the Punjab, has announced Special Education Department Punjab Jobs 2026 — “Job Opportunities” at the Maryam Nawaz School & Resource Centre for Autism, Lahore (advertisement reference IPL-11173). The advertisement lists 11 vacancies across 7 posts for professional staff to support children with autism: Occupational Therapist, School Counsellor, Life Skills Coach, Music Therapist, Sensory Integration Therapist, AAC Specialist and Receptionist. All appointments are on contract basis for 3 years (extension based on performance) on a fixed lump sum salary per month, from Rs 70,000 for the Receptionist to Rs 220,000 for the Occupational Therapist. Applications are accepted online only through the Punjab jobs portal at jobs.punjab.gov.pk, and the last date to apply is 6 November 2026.
Jobs Details
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Special Education Department, Government of the Punjab |
| Institution | Maryam Nawaz School & Resource Centre for Autism, 1-D1 Township, Lahore |
| Advertisement | IPL-11173 |
| Total Posts | 11 vacancies across 7 posts |
| Job Type | Contract basis for 3 years (extension based on performance) |
| Salary | Lump sum per month: Rs 220,000 (Occupational Therapist); Rs 100,000 (5 posts); Rs 70,000 (Receptionist) |
| Place of Posting | 1-D1, Township, Lahore |
| Last Date to Apply | 6 November 2026 |
| How to Apply | Online only at jobs.punjab.gov.pk |
Eligibility Criteria for Special Education Department Punjab Jobs
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Special Education Department, Government of the Punjab |
| Education Required | BS/MS in Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Rehabilitation Sciences, Speech and Language Therapy/Pathology, or a Graduate degree (Music Therapist); BS in Public Relations, Social Science or Sociology (Receptionist) |
| Experience | 5 years for therapy/specialist posts (3 years for Music Therapist; 2 years for Receptionist) |
| Age Limit | 21 to 30 years (Receptionist); 25 to 35 years (Life Skills Coach, Sensory Integration Therapist, AAC Specialist); 25 to 40 years (Occupational Therapist, School Counsellor, Music Therapist) |
| Job Type | Contract basis for 3 years |
| Last Date to Apply | 6 November 2026 |
Available Jobs in Special Education Department Punjab
Under these Special Education Department Punjab Jobs 2026, the following posts are available:
- Occupational Therapist — 02 posts — Rs 220,000/month — BS or MS Occupational Therapy (Licensed/Registered), or Rehabilitation from an HEC-recognized university; 05 years experience in Pediatric OT and practice with Autism — Age 25 to 40
- School Counsellor — 01 post — Rs 100,000/month — BS Applied Psychology or Behaviour Psychology or Educational Psychology; 05 years experience of counselling children with SEN — Age 25 to 40
- Life Skills Coach — 02 posts — Rs 100,000/month — BS OT or Rehabilitation Sciences; 05 years experience of life-skills coaching or rehabilitation — Age 25 to 35
- Music Therapist — 01 post — Rs 100,000/month — Graduate; 03 years experience in Instrumental + Vocal Music from a recognized organization — Age 25 to 40
- Sensory Integration Therapist — 02 posts — Rs 100,000/month — BS OT with specialization in Sensory Therapy, or Rehabilitation from an HEC-recognized university (Licensed/Registered); 05 years experience providing Sensory Integration Therapy to neurodiverse children — Age 25 to 35
- AAC Specialist — 01 post — Rs 100,000/month — BS Speech and Language Therapy/Pathology (Registered); 05 years experience with Autistic Children — Age 25 to 35
- Receptionist — 02 posts — Rs 70,000/month — BS in Public Relation or Social Science or Sociology from an HEC-recognized university; 02 years relevant experience in a reputed organization/firm — Age 21 to 30
How to apply for Special Education Department Punjab Jobs
- Apply online only at https://jobs.punjab.gov.pk — find the Maryam Nawaz School & Resource Centre for Autism posts of the Special Education Department
- Select the post matching your qualification and experience, and complete the online application before 6 November 2026
- Candidates already working in Government, Semi-Government or Autonomous bodies must apply through the proper channel along with a No Objection Certificate (NOC)
- Only shortlisted candidates fulfilling the criteria will be called for interview
- Shortlisted candidates must produce original documents with a set of attested copies of all relevant documents and a photograph at the time of interview
- For queries, contact the Principal office at (042) 99332395 or (042) 99332396, or write to care@autism.punjab.gov.pk
Qualification and Experience
- Occupational Therapist: BS or MS Occupational Therapy (Licensed/Registered), or Rehabilitation from an HEC-recognized university — 05 years experience in Pediatric OT and practice with Autism
- School Counsellor: BS Applied Psychology, Behaviour Psychology or Educational Psychology — 05 years experience of counselling children with SEN
- Life Skills Coach: BS OT or Rehabilitation Sciences — 05 years experience of life-skills coaching or rehabilitation
- Music Therapist: Graduate — 03 years experience in Instrumental + Vocal Music from a recognized organization
- Sensory Integration Therapist: BS OT with specialization in Sensory Therapy, or Rehabilitation from an HEC-recognized university (Licensed/Registered) — 05 years experience providing Sensory Integration Therapy to neurodiverse children
- AAC Specialist: BS Speech and Language Therapy/Pathology (Registered) — 05 years experience with Autistic Children
- Receptionist: BS in Public Relation, Social Science or Sociology from an HEC-recognized university — 02 years relevant experience in a reputed organization/firm
Eligibility Criteria for Special Education Department Punjab Jobs
- Appointments are on contract basis on a lump sum salary per month for a period of 03 years; extension is based on performance
- Candidates already working in Government, Semi-Government or Autonomous bodies must apply through the proper channel along with an NOC
- Only shortlisted candidates fulfilling the criteria will be called for interview
- Candidates must produce original documents with a set of attested copies of all relevant documents and a photograph at the time of interview
- Age relaxation as per government policy has already been included in the age limits mentioned against each post — no further relaxation will be granted
- No TA/DA will be paid to candidates for the interview
Special Education Department Punjab Jobs 2026 Advertisement
Conclusion
These Special Education Department Punjab Jobs 2026 are a strong chance for therapists and specialists to join the Maryam Nawaz School & Resource Centre for Autism in Lahore — 11 vacancies on a 3-year contract, with lump sum salaries up to Rs 220,000 per month for Occupational Therapists. If you hold the required degree and the 5 years of relevant experience (3 years for Music Therapist, 2 years for Receptionist), apply online only at https://jobs.punjab.gov.pk before 6 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 and PITB Jobs 2026. Best of luck.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Special Education Department Punjab Jobs 2026?
The last date to apply is 6 November 2026. Applications are accepted online only at https://jobs.punjab.gov.pk.
How many posts are announced in Special Education Department Punjab Jobs 2026?
There are 11 vacancies across 7 posts: Occupational Therapist (2), School Counsellor (1), Life Skills Coach (2), Music Therapist (1), Sensory Integration Therapist (2), AAC Specialist (1) and Receptionist (2).
What is the salary for Special Education Department Punjab Jobs?
The lump sum monthly salaries are Rs 220,000 for the Occupational Therapist, Rs 100,000 each for the School Counsellor, Life Skills Coach, Music Therapist, Sensory Integration Therapist and AAC Specialist, and Rs 70,000 for the Receptionist.
How can I apply for Special Education Department Punjab Jobs?
Apply online only at https://jobs.punjab.gov.pk — find the Maryam Nawaz School & Resource Centre for Autism posts, select your post and submit the application before 6 November 2026.
Are Special Education Department Punjab Jobs permanent or contract?
The appointments are on contract basis for a period of 3 years, with extension based on performance.
What is the age limit for Special Education Department Punjab Jobs 2026?
The age limits are 25 to 40 years for Occupational Therapist, School Counsellor and Music Therapist; 25 to 35 years for Life Skills Coach, Sensory Integration Therapist and AAC Specialist; and 21 to 30 years for Receptionist. Age relaxation as per government policy is already included, and no further relaxation is granted.
