Career Opportunity: NADRA is Hiring an Assistant Director (Network Engineer – Core Networks)

The National Database & Registration Authority (NADRA), working under the Government of Pakistan, has officially announced a new job opening for highly skilled and experienced tech professionals. As detailed in the advertisement, the authority is seeking applications for the position of Assistant Director (Network Engineer – Core Networks) to be based in Islamabad.

If you are a networking professional looking to advance your career within a prestigious state institution, here is everything you need to know about the role, requirements, and application process.

Role Overview & Eligibility Criteria

• Position: Assistant Director (Network Engineer – Core Networks)
• Job Location: Islamabad
• Maximum Age Limit: 37 years (Note: A 5-year age relaxation is already factored into this limit).
• Educational Background: Candidates must hold a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Telecom Engineering, Software Engineering, or an equivalent relevant field. All degrees must be from an HEC-recognized university and attested by the HEC.

Professional Experience & Technical Requirements

Applicants are required to have a minimum of 3 years of experience in a relevant role. The position demands a strong technical background, with core responsibilities and skills including:

• Operating, managing, and troubleshooting Core Network Switching.
• Comprehensive understanding of Software Defined Networking (SDN) and advanced switching technologies.
• Strong technical knowledge of network elements, specifically Layer 2 and Layer 3 switches.
• Practical exposure to H3C Data Center Switching, Huawei SDN, and Cisco ACI architectures.
• Experience in network operations, monitoring, fault resolution, and creating technical documentation (manuals, SOPs, and engineering drawings).
• Flexibility to work in both morning and evening shifts.

Important Terms & Conditions

Before applying, candidates should keep the following administrative guidelines from NADRA in mind:

• Contract & Probation: The selected candidate will be hired on a contract basis with an initial 6-month probation period, which is extendable if required.
• Inclusivity: NADRA explicitly encourages females, minorities, transgenders, and differently-abled candidates to apply.
• Government Employees: Candidates currently serving in Government or Semi-Government departments must provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) at the time of application.
• Verification: Shortlisted candidates must present their HEC-attested degrees at the time of the test/interview. Medical fitness and character certificates will also be required for the selected candidate.
• No TA/DA: No travel or daily allowance will be provided for taking the test or interview.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted exclusively online. Physical applications will not be entertained.

• Application Deadline: July 5, 2026
• Official Application Portal: https://careers.nadra.gov.pk
• Alternative Method: Candidates can also scan the QR code provided on the official advertisement to access the application portal directly.

For further details and a comprehensive application guide, candidates can visit the “Downloads” section on the official NADRA careers website.