The Tourism, Archaeology & Museums Department, Government of the Punjab, has announced Tourism & Heritage Development Force Jobs 2026 for 110 vacancies on a contract basis under the ADP Scheme titled "Establishment of Tourism & Heritage Development Force for Revival of Built Heritage". The positions include Cultural Heritage Expert / Project Coordinator, Admin Officer, Accounts / Procurement Officer, Photographer, craft supervisors and 98 traditional artisan posts — fresco painters, kashi kars, brick masons, stone masons, lime plasterers, wood workers, aina kars and potters — with salaries from Rs. 100,000 to Rs. 450,000 per month. Candidates holding a Punjab domicile must apply online through the Punjab Job Portal, and the last date to apply is 20 November 2026.
Jobs Details
| Job Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Tourism, Archaeology & Museums Department, Government of the Punjab |
| Advertisement | Daily Dunya, 4 November 2026, IPL-11693 |
| Project | ADP Scheme "Establishment of Tourism & Heritage Development Force for Revival of Built Heritage" |
| Job Location | Lahore (Tourism, Archaeology & Museums Department, 8th Floor, Tower-2, New Civil Secretariat, Lahore) |
| Total Vacancies | 110 |
| Job Type | Contract-based, project pay scales (PPS), up to 31-12-2027, extendable for a further period of one year |
| Domicile | Punjab |
| Application Method | Online only through the Punjab Job Portal |
| Last Date to Apply | 20 November 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria for Tourism & Heritage Development Force Jobs
| Position | Posts | PPS | Qualification | Experience | Max Age | Salary (per month) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cultural Heritage Expert / Project Coordinator | 1 | PPS-9 | Masters in Architecture / Conservation Engineering / Heritage Management or equivalent | Minimum 15 years or above of experience in cultural Heritage | 65 | Rs. 450,000 |
| Admin Officer | 1 | PPS-7 | Bachelors in Business Administration / Social Sciences | Minimum 07 years and above experience in relevant field | 50 | Rs. 200,000 |
| Accounts / Procurement Officer | 1 | PPS-7 | Bachelors in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, Economics | Minimum 07 years or above experience in public-sector procurement and contract management | 45 | Rs. 200,000 |
| Photographer | 1 | PPS-5 | Diploma in Photography | Minimum 2 years relevant experience | 45 | Rs. 100,000 |
| Master Artisan / Ustad | 3 | PPS-7 | Literate, with demonstrated mastery in three or more traditional crafts: fresco, stucco, Ghalib Kari, kashi kari, tile mosaic, wood/stone carving, lime plaster | Minimum 15–20 years or above of field experience on heritage monuments | No age limit | Rs. 200,000 |
| Senior Draftsman | 2 | PPS-6 | Diploma in Civil Engineering / Architecture and certificate in AutoCAD | Minimum 5 years’ experience | 35 | Rs. 150,000 |
| Field Supervisor (North, South, Centre) | 3 | PPS-5 | DAE (Civil) / Architecture | Minimum 3 years relevant experience | 35 | Rs. 100,000 |
| Total | 12 |
Artisan Posts — Eligibility Criteria
| Position | Posts | PPS | Qualification & Experience | Core Experience | Salary (per month) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master Fresco Painter / Naqqash | 4 | PPS-7 | Master craftsman, 15–20 yrs heritage work | Fresco Buono/Secco, natural pigments | Rs. 200,000 |
| Senior Fresco Painter / Naqqash | 4 | PPS-6 | 7–10 yrs site experience | Wall prep, pigment mixing | Rs. 150,000 |
| Fresco Painter / Naqqash | 6 | PPS-5 | 5–7 yrs site experience | Arabesque, Ghalib motifs | Rs. 100,000 |
| Master Kashi Kar / Tile Mosaic | 4 | PPS-7 | Master craftsman, 15–20 yrs heritage work | Glazed mosaic, kiln firing | Rs. 200,000 |
| Senior Kashi Kar / Tile Mosaic | 4 | PPS-6 | 7–10 yrs site experience | Tile fixing & grout work | Rs. 150,000 |
| Kashi Kar / Tile Mosaic | 6 | PPS-5 | 5–7 yrs site experience | Multani floral/geometric tile | Rs. 100,000 |
| Master Artisan (Brick Mason) | 4 | PPS-7 | Master craftsman, 15–20 yrs heritage work | Diapered brickwork, carving | Rs. 200,000 |
| Master Artisan (Brick on edge) | 2 | PPS-7 | Master craftsman, 15–20 yrs heritage work | Floor-on-edge, geometric paving | Rs. 200,000 |
| Senior Brick Masons | 4 | PPS-6 | 7–10 yrs site experience | Brick cutting, lime mortar | Rs. 150,000 |
| Brick Masons | 6 | PPS-5 | 5–7 yrs site experience | Brick cutting, lime mortar | Rs. 100,000 |
| Master Stone Mason / Sang Tarash | 4 | PPS-7 | Master craftsman, 15–20 yrs heritage work | Stone carving, jali | Rs. 200,000 |
| Master Artisan (Stone variegated Work) | 4 | PPS-7 | Master craftsman, 15–20 yrs heritage work | Parchin kari, inlay | Rs. 200,000 |
| Senior Stone Mason / Sang Tarash | 4 | PPS-6 | 7–10 yrs site experience | Stone dressing, polishing | Rs. 150,000 |
| Stone Masons / Sang Tarash | 6 | PPS-5 | 5–7 yrs site experience | Lime fixing, anchoring | Rs. 100,000 |
| Master Lime plasterer / Munabbat Kar | 4 | PPS-7 | Master craftsman, 15–20 yrs heritage work | Kankar lime, stucco tracery | Rs. 200,000 |
| Senior Lime plasterer / Munabbat Kar | 4 | PPS-6 | 7–10 yrs site experience | Kankar lime, stucco tracery | Rs. 150,000 |
| Lime Plasterer / Munabbat Kar | 6 | PPS-5 | 5–7 yrs site experience | Surface prep, finishing | Rs. 100,000 |
| Master Wood Worker / Carver | 4 | PPS-7 | Master craftsman, 15–20 yrs heritage work | Khatam Bandi, carving | Rs. 200,000 |
| Senior Wood Worker / Carver | 4 | PPS-6 | 7–10 yrs site experience | Khatam Bandi, carving | Rs. 150,000 |
| Wood Worker / Carver | 6 | PPS-5 | 5–7 yrs site experience | Joinery, finishing | Rs. 100,000 |
| Senior Aina Kar | 2 | PPS-6 | 7–10 yrs site experience | Mirror mosaic, glass tesserae | Rs. 150,000 |
| Aina Kar | 3 | PPS-5 | 5–7 yrs site experience | Glass cutting & fixing | Rs. 100,000 |
| Master Potterer | 1 | PPS-7 | 7–10 yrs site experience | Harappan, terracotta, stone, Multani | Rs. 200,000 |
| Potterer | 2 | PPS-5 | 5–7 yrs site experience | Pottery making | Rs. 100,000 |
| Total | 98 |
Available Jobs in Tourism, Archaeology & Museums Department
Under these Tourism & Heritage Development Force Jobs 2026, the following positions are available:
- Cultural Heritage Expert / Project Coordinator — 1 Post — PPS-9 — Salary Rs. 450,000 per month
- Admin Officer — 1 Post — PPS-7 — Salary Rs. 200,000 per month
- Accounts / Procurement Officer — 1 Post — PPS-7 — Salary Rs. 200,000 per month
- Photographer — 1 Post — PPS-5 — Salary Rs. 100,000 per month
- Master Artisan / Ustad — 3 Posts — PPS-7 — Salary Rs. 200,000 per month
- Senior Draftsman — 2 Posts — PPS-6 — Salary Rs. 150,000 per month
- Field Supervisor (North, South, Centre) — 3 Posts — PPS-5 — Salary Rs. 100,000 per month
- Master Fresco Painter / Naqqash — 4 Posts — PPS-7 — Salary Rs. 200,000 per month
- Senior Fresco Painter / Naqqash — 4 Posts — PPS-6 — Salary Rs. 150,000 per month
- Fresco Painter / Naqqash — 6 Posts — PPS-5 — Salary Rs. 100,000 per month
- Master Kashi Kar / Tile Mosaic — 4 Posts — PPS-7 — Salary Rs. 200,000 per month
- Senior Kashi Kar / Tile Mosaic — 4 Posts — PPS-6 — Salary Rs. 150,000 per month
- Kashi Kar / Tile Mosaic — 6 Posts — PPS-5 — Salary Rs. 100,000 per month
- Master Artisan (Brick Mason) — 4 Posts — PPS-7 — Salary Rs. 200,000 per month
- Master Artisan (Brick on edge) — 2 Posts — PPS-7 — Salary Rs. 200,000 per month
- Senior Brick Masons — 4 Posts — PPS-6 — Salary Rs. 150,000 per month
- Brick Masons — 6 Posts — PPS-5 — Salary Rs. 100,000 per month
- Master Stone Mason / Sang Tarash — 4 Posts — PPS-7 — Salary Rs. 200,000 per month
- Master Artisan (Stone variegated Work) — 4 Posts — PPS-7 — Salary Rs. 200,000 per month
- Senior Stone Mason / Sang Tarash — 4 Posts — PPS-6 — Salary Rs. 150,000 per month
- Stone Masons / Sang Tarash — 6 Posts — PPS-5 — Salary Rs. 100,000 per month
- Master Lime plasterer / Munabbat Kar — 4 Posts — PPS-7 — Salary Rs. 200,000 per month
- Senior Lime plasterer / Munabbat Kar — 4 Posts — PPS-6 — Salary Rs. 150,000 per month
- Lime Plasterer / Munabbat Kar — 6 Posts — PPS-5 — Salary Rs. 100,000 per month
- Master Wood Worker / Carver — 4 Posts — PPS-7 — Salary Rs. 200,000 per month
- Senior Wood Worker / Carver — 4 Posts — PPS-6 — Salary Rs. 150,000 per month
- Wood Worker / Carver — 6 Posts — PPS-5 — Salary Rs. 100,000 per month
- Senior Aina Kar — 2 Posts — PPS-6 — Salary Rs. 150,000 per month
- Aina Kar — 3 Posts — PPS-5 — Salary Rs. 100,000 per month
- Master Potterer — 1 Post — PPS-7 — Salary Rs. 200,000 per month
- Potterer — 2 Posts — PPS-5 — Salary Rs. 100,000 per month
How to apply for Tourism & Heritage Development Force Jobs
- Apply online through the Punjab Job Portal at jobs.punjab.gov.pk on or before 20 November 2026
- Read the detailed eligibility criteria, qualifications and experience requirements for the post you apply for carefully before applying
- No hard copy of the application shall be accepted — applications must be submitted online only
- Only shortlisted candidates shall be called for test / interview
- No TA/DA will be admissible during the recruitment process
- Submit the application before the last date, 20 November 2026 — applications received after the closing date shall not be considered
Qualification and Experience
- Cultural Heritage Expert / Project Coordinator: Masters in Architecture / Conservation Engineering / Heritage Management or equivalent; minimum 15 years or above of experience in cultural Heritage — supervises and coordinates all components including conservation, finances, community engagement and monitoring progress; liaises with government bodies and international organizations; approves conservation plans, technical methods and material procurement; prepares reports, presentations and updates; manages risks and addresses delays, resource gaps and technical challenges; develops strategies to preserve traditional skills and practices; organizes seminars, exhibitions and outreach programs
- Admin Officer: Bachelors in Business Administration / Social Sciences; minimum 07 years and above experience in relevant field — oversees administrative operations, HR management, reporting, logistics and coordination with finance and technical wings
- Accounts / Procurement Officer: Bachelors in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, Economics; minimum 07 years or above experience in public-sector procurement and contract management — manages project accounts, procurement, budgeting, audits, disbursements and financial reporting
- Photographer: Diploma in Photography; minimum 2 years relevant experience — photographic documentation
- Master Artisan / Ustad: Literate, with demonstrated mastery in three or more traditional crafts — fresco, stucco, Ghalib Kari, kashi kari, tile mosaic, wood/stone carving, lime plaster; minimum 15–20 years or above of field experience on heritage monuments — leads the team of master and junior artisans in restoration projects, ensuring traditional techniques are accurately applied; supervises and mentors senior and junior artisans; supervises all craft-related activities during exhibitions and workshops, ensuring high-quality presentation of skills; advises the technical and administrative teams on craft-specific requirements, material selection and traditional methods; monitors the quality, durability and authenticity of craftwork on heritage sites
- Senior Draftsman: Diploma in Civil Engineering / Architecture and certificate in AutoCAD; minimum 5 years’ experience — prepares detailed measured drawings, drafts site plans and documents architectural details for conservation records
- Field Supervisor (North, South, Centre): DAE (Civil) / Architecture; minimum 3 years relevant experience — supervises site work, coordinates between master craftsmen and technical wing, ensures adherence to conservation plans
- Master artisan posts (Fresco, Kashi Kari, Brick Mason, Stone Mason, Lime Plasterer, Wood Worker): Master craftsman with 15–20 years heritage work in the relevant craft
- Senior artisan posts (Fresco, Kashi Kari, Brick Mason, Stone Mason, Lime Plasterer, Wood Worker, Aina Kar): 7–10 years site experience in the relevant craft
- Artisan posts (Fresco, Kashi Kari, Brick Mason, Stone Mason, Lime Plasterer, Wood Worker, Aina Kar, Potterer): 5–7 years site experience in the relevant craft
- Master Potterer: 7–10 years site experience — Harappan, terracotta, stone, Multani pottery; leads traditional pottery production
Eligibility Criteria for Tourism & Heritage Development Force Jobs
- Candidates must hold a domicile of Punjab and meet the qualification and experience prescribed for the post they apply for, as detailed above
- Age limits are 65 years for Cultural Heritage Expert / Project Coordinator, 50 years for Admin Officer, 45 years for Accounts / Procurement Officer and Photographer, 35 years for Senior Draftsman and Field Supervisor, and no age limit for Master Artisan / Ustad
- General age relaxation will be applicable as per Notification No. SORI(S&GAD)9-36/81 dated 08.08.2016
- These are project-based posts for the period up to 31-12-2027, extendable for a further period of one year purely on contract basis; the contract appointment is temporary in nature, non-transferable, job / post specific and non-pensionable, conferring no right to regularization
- Only practical experience shall be considered after the prescribed qualification
- Only shortlisted candidates shall be called for test / interview
- No TA/DA will be admissible during the recruitment process
- The department reserves the right to cancel the recruitment process at any stage without assigning any reason
Tourism & Heritage Development Force Jobs 2026 Advertisement
Conclusion
The Tourism & Heritage Development Force Jobs 2026 offer 110 vacancies in the Tourism, Archaeology & Museums Department, Government of the Punjab, under the project "Establishment of Tourism & Heritage Development Force for Revival of Built Heritage" — Cultural Heritage Expert / Project Coordinator (1), Admin Officer (1), Accounts / Procurement Officer (1), Photographer (1), Master Artisan / Ustad (3), Senior Draftsman (2), Field Supervisor (3) and 98 traditional artisan posts across fresco painting, kashi kari, brick masonry, stone work, lime plaster, woodwork, aina kari and pottery — on a contract basis with project pay scales from Rs. 100,000 to Rs. 450,000 per month. Qualified candidates with a Punjab domicile and the required experience should submit their applications online through the Punjab Job Portal before 20 November 2026. For more government openings, browse the Govt Jobs category, including Tourism Department Punjab Jobs 2026, PEIMA Jobs 2026 and Punjab PPMU Jobs 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How many vacancies are announced in Tourism & Heritage Development Force Jobs 2026?
A: A total of 110 vacancies — 4 management posts, 8 craft supervisory posts (Master Artisan / Ustad 3, Senior Draftsman 2, Field Supervisor 3) and 98 traditional artisan posts.
Q: What is the last date to apply for Tourism & Heritage Development Force Jobs?
A: The last date to apply is 20 November 2026. Applications must be submitted online through the Punjab Job Portal by this date.
Q: How can I apply for Tourism & Heritage Development Force Jobs?
A: Apply online only through the Punjab Job Portal at jobs.punjab.gov.pk before 20 November 2026. No hard copy of the application shall be accepted.
Q: What is the salary for Tourism & Heritage Development Force Jobs 2026?
A: The posts are on project pay scales (PPS) — PPS-9 Rs. 450,000 per month, PPS-7 Rs. 200,000 per month, PPS-6 Rs. 150,000 per month and PPS-5 Rs. 100,000 per month.
Q: What qualification is required for Tourism & Heritage Development Force Jobs?
A: It depends on the post — a Master’s degree with 15 years of experience for Cultural Heritage Expert / Project Coordinator, a Bachelor’s degree with 7 years of experience for Admin Officer and Accounts / Procurement Officer, a Diploma in Photography for Photographer, and master-craftsman or 5–10 years of site experience for the traditional artisan posts.
Q: Where can I read more government jobs?
A: See more openings in the Govt Jobs category, including Tourism Department Punjab Jobs 2026, PEIMA Jobs 2026 and Punjab PPMU Jobs 2026.
