Government of Pakistan, Ministry of Maritime Affairs Announces Vacancy for Research Assistant

The Ministry of Maritime Affairs has issued a recruitment notification inviting applications from suitable candidates for the post of Research Assistant (BPS-14). The announcement, published under the authority of the Section Officer (Admin), offers a single position for individuals meeting the required qualifications, domicile, and age criteria.

Position Details

Detail Information
Name of Post Research Assistant (BPS-14)
Number of Posts 01
Maximum Age Limit 25 years + 5 years general relaxation (effective upper age limit 30 years)
Eligibility Second Class Bachelor’s Degree or BBA in Finance, Public Administration, Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, or Sociology, along with Computer Literacy
Domicile Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) – Open Merit

Important Conditions

The Ministry has outlined several key conditions for applicants:

· Merit-based Appointment: Selection will be made purely on merit.
· No TA/DA: No travel or daily allowance will be provided for appearing in the test or interview.
· Government Employees: Candidates already in government service must apply through the proper channel.
· Age Relaxation: Further relaxation in the upper age limit is permissible under existing government rules.
· Recruitment Guidelines: The Ministry will follow all policies and guidelines issued by the Establishment Division regarding recruitment.

Application Process

Interested candidates must submit their applications on the prescribed format, along with attested photocopies of their educational testimonials, domicile certificate, CNIC, and recent photographs. The completed application package must reach the following address by 22 June 2026 during office hours:

Section Officer (Admin)
Ministry of Maritime Affairs
8th Floor, Kohsar Block, Pak Secretariat
Islamabad

Phone: 051-9211256

Application Form Availability

The application form can be downloaded from the official websites:

· www.moma.gov.pk
· https://njp.gov.pk

Shortlisting and Interview

Only short-listed candidates will be called for the test or interview. Late or incomplete applications will not be entertained.

Candidates possessing the relevant academic background with computer literacy and domiciled in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa are encouraged to apply before the deadline. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to policy research and administrative functions within a federal ministry dedicated to Pakistan’s maritime affairs.