The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) has vacancies listed on the National Jobs Portal for LDC, UDC, Stenotypist, Driver and Naib Qasid. The closing date shown for these posts is 30 November 2026. These are support-staff posts and are popular with Matric and Intermediate candidates because they are federal jobs based mainly in Islamabad.
Posts and usual requirements
The exact qualification, age limit and quota for each post are in the official advertisement on NJP. The table shows what federal ministries normally ask for these posts so you know what to expect:
| Post | Usual scale | Usual requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Stenotypist | BS-14 | Intermediate, shorthand and typing speed test |
| UDC (Upper Division Clerk) | BS-13 | Intermediate |
| LDC (Lower Division Clerk) | BS-11 | Matric with typing speed test |
| Driver | BS-04 | Primary or Middle with valid driving licence |
| Naib Qasid | BS-01 | Primary or Middle |
How to apply on NJP
- Open njp.gov.pk and log in, or register if you are new.
- Complete your profile with education, domicile and documents.
- Search for Ministry of Foreign Affairs and open the post you want.
- Read the advertisement, confirm your domicile quota and age, and click Apply.
- Save the confirmation.
Full instructions with common mistakes are in our NJP application guide.
How to improve your chances
- Clerical posts: the typing test eliminates many candidates. Practise daily on a physical keyboard. See the LDC, UDC and Stenotypist guide.
- Driver posts: make sure your licence category matches the advertisement and is not expired.
- All posts: prepare general knowledge, Pakistan studies, Islamiat, basic English and maths for the screening test.
FAQs
What is the last date?
30 November 2026, as shown on the listing. Confirm on NJP.
Is there an application fee?
NJP does not charge for registration or applying. If a test fee applies, it will be stated in the advertisement.
Can candidates from all provinces apply?
Federal posts are filled by provincial and regional quota. Apply only if seats are open for your domicile.
asfjobs.pk is an independent guide, not a government website. You cannot apply here. Always confirm details in the official advertisement before applying.