Quick answer: GHQ jobs 2026 online apply is done only on the Ministry of Defence portal amdte-rect.gov.pk (“Join GHQ as Civilian Employee”). The latest big GHQ Rawalpindi civilian advertisement (July 2026) closed on 10 August 2026, and its tests are now finishing: the last Skill/Written Test round in Rawalpindi ran from 27 October to 7 November 2026. As of 12 November 2026 there is no open GHQ civilian ad on the portal. If you applied, use “Check Application Status” to download your call letter.
| GHQ jobs 2026: key facts | |
|---|---|
| Organisation | General Headquarters (GHQ) Rawalpindi, Pakistan Army: civilian posts |
| Apply at | amdte-rect.gov.pk (online only) |
| Latest ad | Late July 2026, BPS-1 to BPS-15 |
| Last date (latest ad) | 10 August 2026 (closed) |
| Current stage | BPS 1–5 interviews done; BPS 6–15 tests done in Karachi and Lahore, Rawalpindi round 27 Oct – 7 Nov 2026 |
| Posts per applicant | One post only |
| Selection | Skill/written test (BPS 6–15) or interview (BPS 1–5), then document check |
| TA/DA | Not paid for tests or interviews |
Last updated: 12 November 2026. Test schedule and status checked on amdte-rect.gov.pk the same day. We will update this page as soon as a new GHQ ad appears.
GHQ Rawalpindi hires civilian staff (clerks, stenotypists, assistants, drivers, naib qasids and more) a few times a year. Each ad stays open for only about two weeks, and fake “GHQ jobs” posts on social media are common. This guide shows the official portal, the posts from the latest ad, the eligibility rules, the test schedule and how to check your status. Also see our Islamabad Police jobs 2026 guide, which is open until 15 November.
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In this guide:
- GHQ Jobs 2026: Latest Status (Checked 12 November 2026)
- GHQ Jobs Online Apply: Official Links
- Posts in the Latest GHQ Advertisement (July 2026)
- How to Apply for GHQ Jobs Online (Step by Step)
- Eligibility and Age Limit
- GHQ Test Pattern and Selection Process
- Documents You Need
- Fake GHQ Job Ads: How to Spot Them
- خلاصہ (Urdu Summary)
- Related Guides
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Sources & How We Verified This Guide
GHQ Jobs 2026: Latest Status (Checked 12 November 2026)
This is the test and interview schedule shown on the official portal:
| Centre | Posts | Dates | Stage | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rawalpindi | BPS 1–5 | 18–22 Aug 2026 | Interview | Concluded |
| Karachi | BPS 6–15 | 9–17 Sep 2026 | Skill/Written Test | Concluded |
| Lahore | BPS 6–15 | 3–13 Oct 2026 | Skill/Written Test | Concluded |
| Rawalpindi | BPS 6–15 | 27 Oct – 7 Nov 2026 | Skill/Written Test | Call letters uploaded |
If you did not get an SMS, the portal says to download your call letter yourself through Check Application Status. If you lost your roll number, use Retrieve Roll No. Results and interview calls for BPS 6–15 should follow after the Rawalpindi round.
GHQ Jobs Online Apply: Official Links
🔗 Official GHQ civilian jobs links
- Online job portal (apply when an ad is open): amdte-rect.gov.pk
- Check application status / print call letter: amdte-rect.gov.pk/applicationstatus.php
- Retrieve roll number: amdte-rect.gov.pk/retriverollno.php
This is the Ministry of Defence’s own portal. GHQ does not accept applications through WhatsApp, Google Forms or agents.
Posts in the Latest GHQ Advertisement (July 2026)
The July 2026 ad had clerical and technical posts (BPS 6–15, test centres in Rawalpindi, Lahore and Karachi) and support posts (BPS 1–5, interviews in Rawalpindi). The main posts were:
| Post | BPS | Qualification (summary) |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant | 15 | Graduate, computer literate, 20 wpm typing |
| Stenotypist | 14 | Intermediate, 80 wpm shorthand, 40 wpm typing |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | 13 | Intermediate, 25 wpm typing |
| Photographer | 13 | Matric + photography experience |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | 11 | Matric, 30 wpm typing |
| Draughtsman | 11 | Matric + draughtsman diploma |
| Translator | 10 | Graduate + technical translation experience |
| Offset Machineman | 8 | Matric + printing press experience |
| Security Guard | 5 | Matric or ex-serviceman; height 5’7″ |
| Civilian Driver | 4 | Literate + valid LTV/HTV licence |
| Naib Qasid, Cook, Mess Waiter, Chowkidar, Sanitary Worker | 1 | Primary / literate |
Job sites quote different seat totals for this ad (from 83 to “400+”), because GHQ published several notices together. The number of seats for each post is in the official ad; check it on the portal when the next ad opens.
How to Apply for GHQ Jobs Online (Step by Step)
Use these steps when the next GHQ ad opens. Start early, because the portal gets slow in the last days.
- Open amdte-rect.gov.pk and read the advertisement and the guidelines for applying online.
- Register with your CNIC and an active mobile number. SMS alerts for tests come on this number, so keep it switched on.
- Fill in your personal details, domicile, qualification and experience, and upload a recent passport-size photo.
- Choose one post only and, for BPS 6–15, your test centre.
- If the ad asks for a fee, pay it the way the ad describes and keep the receipt.
- Check everything and submit. Print your form and note your roll number.
- Before the test, download the call letter from Check Application Status.
Do not post a hard copy of your form to GHQ unless the ad asks for it. Government employees must bring an NOC from their department to the test or interview.
Eligibility and Age Limit
- Nationality: Pakistani citizens with a valid CNIC.
- Age: generally 18–30 years in the July 2026 ad, with some posts up to 33–35. Age is counted on the closing date. Each ad gives the exact limit for each post.
- Ex-servicemen: get age relaxation equal to their service (up to 15 years), to a maximum of 45.
- Domicile: BPS 1–5 support posts are usually for local (Rawalpindi/Islamabad) candidates; BPS 6–15 posts follow the provincial quota (Punjab, Sindh, KPK, Balochistan, ex-FATA, GB, AJK, merit).
- Skills: typing and shorthand speeds are tested in the skill test for clerical posts.
- Selected clerks may have to complete a short government IT course during probation.
GHQ Test Pattern and Selection Process
| Stage | BPS 6–15 (clerical/technical) | BPS 1–5 (support) |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Shortlisting | Applications checked against the ad | Applications checked against the ad |
| 2. Test | Skill test (typing/shorthand or trade) + written MCQ test | No written test in the 2026 round |
| 3. Interview | For candidates who pass the test | Interview at Rawalpindi |
| 4. Final selection | Merit + document verification + medical | Merit + document verification + medical |
The written test for clerks usually covers English, general knowledge, Pakistan studies, Islamiat, basic maths and computer skills. For UDC, LDC and Stenotypist posts, practise typing on a computer to reach the speed in the ad; most candidates fail the skill test, not the written test.
Documents You Need
- Original CNIC.
- Call letter / roll number slip printed from the portal.
- Matric, intermediate and degree certificates and result cards (originals + attested copies).
- Domicile certificate.
- Experience certificates and driving licence (for posts that need them).
- Discharge book or service record for ex-servicemen.
- NOC for government employees.
- Recent passport-size photos.
Fake GHQ Job Ads: How to Spot Them
- Real GHQ civilian ads point only to amdte-rect.gov.pk. Any other “apply” link is fake.
- Some sites ask you to send money to a WhatsApp or Easypaisa number to “apply for you”. GHQ never takes fees this way.
- Nobody can get you a GHQ job through “contacts”. Selection is by test and interview only.
- If an ad says “GHQ jobs 2026” but the portal shows no open ad, treat it as fake until it appears on the portal.
خلاصہ (Urdu Summary)
جی ایچ کیو راولپنڈی کی سویلین نوکریوں کے لیے درخواست صرف وزارتِ دفاع کی ویب سائٹ amdte-rect.gov.pk پر آن لائن دی جاتی ہے۔ جولائی 2026 کے اشتہار کی آخری تاریخ 10 اگست 2026 تھی اور اب ٹیسٹ مکمل ہو رہے ہیں؛ راولپنڈی میں BPS 6 سے 15 کا آخری اسکل/تحریری ٹیسٹ 27 اکتوبر سے 7 نومبر 2026 تک ہوا۔ 12 نومبر 2026 تک کوئی نیا اشتہار کھلا نہیں ہے۔ اپنا کال لیٹر “Check Application Status” سے ڈاؤن لوڈ کریں۔ واٹس ایپ یا ایجنٹ کو پیسے نہ دیں۔
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I apply for GHQ jobs 2026 online?
Only on the Ministry of Defence portal amdte-rect.gov.pk, titled “Join GHQ as Civilian Employee”. Applications through agents, WhatsApp or other websites are not accepted.
Are GHQ jobs open now?
Not as of 12 November 2026. The latest GHQ Rawalpindi civilian advertisement closed on 10 August 2026, and its tests and interviews are being completed. Check the portal for the next ad.
What was the last date for GHQ jobs 2026?
The last date of the July 2026 GHQ Rawalpindi civilian advertisement was 10 August 2026.
How do I download my GHQ call letter?
Open amdte-rect.gov.pk and click “Check Application Status / Print Call Letters”. If you have lost your roll number, use “Retrieve Roll No.” on the same portal.
When is the GHQ written test in Rawalpindi?
The Skill/Written Test for BPS 6–15 posts at the Rawalpindi centre was held from 27 October to 7 November 2026. Karachi (9–17 Sep) and Lahore (3–13 Oct) tests are already concluded.
What is the age limit for GHQ jobs?
In the July 2026 ad most posts were 18–30 years, with some up to 33–35. Ex-servicemen get relaxation equal to their service, up to 15 years, to a maximum of 45.
Can I apply for more than one post in GHQ jobs?
No. The portal allows one post per candidate in each advertisement.
Is TA/DA paid for the GHQ test?
No. GHQ does not pay travel or daily allowance for tests or interviews.
Sources & How We Verified This Guide
We checked the official portal on 12 November 2026 and compared the July 2026 advertisement as reported by several job websites:
- amdte-rect.gov.pk: Join GHQ as Civilian Employee (test schedule and status)
- amdte-rect.gov.pk: Check Application Status / Print Call Letters
- amdte-rect.gov.pk: Retrieve Roll No.
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