Ministry of Information DCD Jobs at URAAN PAKISTAN Project

The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (DCD) seeks a Deputy Assistant Director (IT), Data Center Technicians, and support staff for its URAAN PAKISTAN project in Islamabad. Apply online via NTS within 15 days.

The Digital Communication Department (DCD) of the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of Pakistan, has announced Vacancy Positions for its Public Sector Development Program (PSDP) project, “URAAN PAKISTAN.” The Ministry requires the services of qualified, energetic, and experienced individuals for appointments in Islamabad on a purely contract basis.

Industry Overview: Powering Pakistan’s Digital Future

This is a career opportunity to be at the center of the nation’s digital transformation. The URAAN PAKISTAN project is a strategic government initiative aimed at strengthening the country’s digital communication infrastructure. Working within this project means contributing directly to the modernization of public information systems and playing a role in a nationally significant endeavor. It is a position for professionals who are passionate about technology and wish to apply their skills in a public service context, shaping how the government communicates in the digital age.

Current Market Demand

The current demand is for a complete, multi-layered technical and operational team to establish and run a data center facility. The recruitment spans from a technical lead position, the Deputy Assistant Director (IT), to specialized hands-on roles like Data Center Technicians for both IT systems and Power/HVAC infrastructure. The inclusion of support staff like Farash and Jamadar indicates that the project is moving into an operational phase, requiring a full team to manage and maintain the physical and digital aspects of the new facility. This is a call for individuals ready to build, operate, and support a critical piece of national digital infrastructure from the ground up.

Required Qualifications & Vacancy Details

The following positions are open for application. All posts are based in Islamabad and offered on a merit basis.

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S#	Post Name	PPS	Posts	Qualification & Experience	Age Limit
01	Deputy Assistant Director (IT)	06	1	Master’s/Bachelor’s (16 years) in CS/IT/Software Engineering or Computer Engineering (PEC recognized).	Max 28 years
02	Data Center Technician (IT)	05	2	DAE/Bachelor’s (14 years) in CS/IT/Electronics/Telecom or Intermediate with an IT Diploma. 3 years of relevant experience is preferred.	18-35 years
03	Data Center Technician (Power & HVAC)	05	1	Associate/Bachelor’s (14 years) in Power/Electrical/Electronics/HVAC/Mechanical Engineering. 3 years of relevant experience is preferred.	18-35 years
04	Farash	01	2	Primary Pass is preferred. 1 year of experience as an office attendant is also preferred.	18-25 years
05	Jamadar	01	2	Primary Pass is preferred. 1 year of experience in cleaning services is also preferred.	18-25 years

Note: Age relaxation will be provided as per Federal Government rules.

Application Process: Your Step-by-Step Guide

The application process is managed by the National Testing Service (NTS). The deadline is within 15 days of the publication of the advertisement.

Visit the NTS Website: Interested candidates must visit the NTS portal to apply online: www.nts.org.pk.
Complete the Online Form: Fill out the online application form correctly and completely. Remember to select the specific post you are applying for.
Download the Fee Challan: After submitting the form, download the system-generated fee challan.
Pay the Test Fee: Pay the non-refundable test fee through any of the available channels: 1Link-enabled Banks, ATM, Internet Banking, Mobile Banking, Easypaisa, Jazz Cash, or TCS Express Counters.
Confirmation: Only online applications with a paid fee challan will be considered. Do not send any application forms by hand or post.

For any test-related queries, you may visit the NTS website or call 051-8444441.

Expert Tips for Applicants

Apply Online Only: The advertisement strictly states that only online applications submitted via the NTS portal will be entertained. Hand-written applications will be rejected.
Separate Application for Each Post: If you wish to apply for more than one position, you must submit a separate online application and pay a separate fee for each.
Government Employees: If you are a government employee, you may apply through the proper channel. However, if selected, you will be required to resign from your government service before joining the project.
Prepare for the NTS Test: As the process is managed by NTS, shortlisted candidates will be required to take a written test. Prepare according to the syllabus relevant to your applied post.
All Posts in Islamabad: Be aware that the place of posting for all positions is Islamabad. No TA/DA will be provided for the test or interview.