Career Opportunities: Punjab Agriculture Department Announces Accountant Positions under PRIAT Project
The Government of the Punjab Agriculture Department has officially announced new employment opportunities on a contract basis. Published under the advertisement reference IPL-6194, these positions are part of the Punjab Resilient and Inclusive Agriculture Transformation (PRIAT) Project (2022-23 to 2026-27), a initiative financed by the World Bank.
The recruitment drive is being conducted under the Directorate General Agriculture (Water Management), Punjab, offering a lucrative opportunity for finance professionals looking to contribute to public sector development.
Job Overview and Vacancy Details
The department is currently seeking qualified individuals to fill the role of Accountant. Below is a summary of the job specifications:
| Detail | Specifications |
| Name of Post | Accountant |
| PPS Scale | 07 |
| Total Number of Posts | 09 |
| Salary Package | Rs. 125,000 per month (with annual increment) |
| Age Limit | Maximum up to 40 Years (Relaxation in upper age limit is not admissible) |
Eligibility and Selection Criteria
To qualify for this position, candidates must meet specific educational and professional benchmarks, alongside being domiciled in the Punjab province.
1. Qualification & Experience
- Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B.Com) or Accounting & Finance, or an equivalent qualification with at least a 2nd division.
- Experience: A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification, post-related experience specifically in the field of Accounts.
2. Key Responsibilities
Selected candidates will be expected to:
- Establish and maintain project records and work closely with external auditors.
- Prepare annual budgets and expenditure records.
- Manage and maintain financial records, handle utility bills processing, and oversee the procurement of consumable items and furniture/fixtures.
- Coordinate with relevant offices for account-related matters as assigned by higher authorities.
Important Terms & Conditions
Before applying, candidates should note the following strict guidelines.
- Contract Duration: Appointments are purely temporary, non-transferable, job/post-specific, and non-pensionable. The contract appointment will be valid up to June 30, 2027.
- Regularization: There is no right for regularization or pay protection benefits.
- Ineligibility: Retired Government servants are not eligible to apply.
- Quotas: No posts fall under the reserved quotas for Women, Minorities, or Disabled persons for this specific hiring process.
- Merit: Recruitment will be strictly based on merit on an all-Punjab basis.
How to Apply
The application process requires both digital and physical submissions before the strict deadline of June 30, 2026.
- Online Application: Candidates can apply online via the Punjab Jobs Portal at www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk.
- Hard Copy Submission: Sending a hard copy of the application form is mandatory. Download the prescribed application form from www.agripunjab.gov.pk.
- Documents Required: The completed application form must be accompanied by:
- A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Three recent passport-size photographs.
- Attested copies of all relevant documents (CNIC, educational degrees/certificates including CGPA, Hafiz-e-Quran certificate, Board/University position certificates, or HEC equivalence certificates where applicable).
Postal Address for Applications:
All hard-copy applications must be addressed and sent to:
SADIA AKHTAR
Section Officer (Plan-III/R&E), Government of the Punjab,
Agriculture Department, 21-Davis Road, Lahore.
Contact: 042-99200148
Note: Late or incomplete applications will be rejected automatically. Only eligible shortlisted candidates will be called for the test/interview, and no TA/DA will be provided.
