Make a Career with National Defence University!
The National Defence University (NDU)—a premier and highest seat of learning in Pakistan—invites dynamic, passionate, self-assured, and innovative professionals to join its proud fraternity. We’re offering a wide range of NDU jobs across academic, administrative, and support roles. Whether you’re a seasoned professor or an eager fresh graduate, there’s an opportunity for you here.
🌐 Why Join NDU?
At NDU Islamabad, you’ll immerse yourself in an environment committed to scholastic excellence and research. NDU is not just a workplace—it’s a community. Our vision is to nurture future leaders in defence policy, strategic studies, public policy, international relations, management, cybersecurity, media, and finance. Working here gives you a front-row seat to shaping the academic and security discourse of this nation.
📌 Available Positions & Compensation
We have vacancies for:
- Professor (OG-V) – Government & Public Policy
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 315,000–615,000 - Associate Professor (OG-IV) – International Relations
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 220,000–420,000 - Assistant Professor (OG-III)
• Government & Public Policy: 1 post
• International Relations: 1 post
• Strategic Studies: 1 post
• Leadership & Management Studies: 3 posts
• Salary: PKR 180,000–330,000 - Lecturer (OG-II) – BS Department
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 120,000–220,000 - Computer Programmer (OG-II) – Computer Branch
• Posts: 2
• Salary: PKR 120,000–220,000 - Account Officer (OG-II) – Finance Branch
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 120,000–220,000 - Research Fellow (OG-I) – Institute of Strategic Studies Islamabad (ISSRA)
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 120,000–220,000 - Accountant (OG-I) – Finance Branch
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 96,000–176,000 - Research Associate (OG-I) – ISSRA
• Posts: 3
• Salary: PKR 96,000–176,000 - Database Administrator (OG-I) – Computer Branch
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 96,000–176,000 - Office Assistant (SG-VIII) – FCS
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 60,000–100,000 - Personal Assistant (SG-VIII) – Economics, QEC, GPP
• Posts: 3
• Salary: PKR 60,000–100,000 - Accounts Assistant (SG-VIII) – Finance Branch
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 60,000–100,000 - Deputy Coordinator (SG-VIII) – Economics
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 60,000–100,000 - Data Entry Operator (DEO) (SG-VII) – Economics, Exam
• Posts: 2
• Salary: PKR 52,000–89,000 - Receptionist (SG-III) – FCS
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 36,000–59,000 - Book Binder (SG-II) – Media Branch
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 34,000–54,000 - Naib Qasid (SG-I) – LMS, PCS, ISSRA
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 33,000–50,000 - Labourer (SG-I) – FCS
• Posts: 1
• Salary: PKR 33,000–50,000
All positions are contract-based, with a salary range from PKR 50,000 to 615,000, depending on role and qualifications.
📋 Eligibility Overview
- Education:
- Professors and Associate Professors: PhD with specialization in relevant field.
- Assistant Professors/Lecturers: PhD or MPhil/MS in relevant discipline.
- Admin & support roles: Bachelor’s degree in respective field or equivalent certification.
- Experience:
- Professors/Associate: Significant teaching/research experience.
- Admin: 2–5 years relevant experience.
- Support roles: On-the-job experience where necessary.
- Other Requirements:
- Govt servants apply through proper channels, providing NOC/NOC-DPC.
- 2% quota for disabled persons will be observed.
- Shortlisted candidates will go through interview—no TA/DA.
☑️ General Terms & Conditions
- Apply online only via NDU website.
- Submit supporting documents via courier:
- CNIC copy
- Domicile
- Educational and experience certificates
- 2 recent passport-size photos
- Online fee deposit slips (varies: PKR 2,000–250 depending on post)
- Incomplete or late applications will not be entertained.
- Clauses not included in ad will follow NDU statutes.
- NDU reserves right to increase/decrease posts or cancel recruitment.
- All records treated as confidential; shredded after one year.
- Last date for application: 20 June 2025
🧐 Generic Overview of the Posts
At NDU Islamabad, we’re on the lookout for professionals keen to inspire, innovate, and make a lasting impact. Whether you’re tutoring tomorrow’s strategic thinkers or managing university operations, every role is integral to NDU’s mission.
- Academic Positions (Professor, Associate, Assistant, Lecturer): Involve curriculum development, delivering lectures, mentoring students, and publishing research.
- Research Roles (Fellow, Associate): Focus on policy studies, defence strategies, international relations—analyses which inform national security decisions.
- IT & Admin Positions (Programmer, DBA, Finance, Assistants): Ensure NDU’s systems stay modern, efficient, and compliant.
- Support Staff (Receptionist, Naib Qasid, Labourer): Keep campus daily operations smooth and professional.
As a part of the NDU jobs family, you’re joining a committed team shaping Pakistan’s defence and security future.
✨ Human-Focused Highlights
- Agar aap ek experienced academic hain jo pambin se subject padhaana chahta hai, to NDU jobs aapke liye perfect hain.
- Support staff jo routine aur day-to-day duties smoothly handle karta hai, unke liye bhi mauka hai.
- Salary scale 50k to 615k, jo experience aur post ke hisaab se hai—ekdum fair package!
- Contract-permanent nahi hai, lekin ek bariyaa chance hai career ko next level pe le jaane ka.
- Disabled quota bhi barabar raastha hai inclusion ka.
- Govt servant? Channel ke through apply karo, sab system ke mutabiq hai.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What are the important positions available under “NDU jobs”?
You can apply for professorships, lecturers, IT roles, finance, administrative and support staff positions.
Positions cover Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Lecturer, Computer Programmer, Account Officer, Research Fellow, Accountant, Research Associate, DBA, Office Assistant, Personal Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Dept Coordinator, DEO, Receptionist, Book Binder, Naib Qasid, and Labourer.
2. What is the application deadline for NDU jobs?
🗓️ The last date for online submission and courier of documents is 20 June 2025.
3. Is there any application fee required?
Yes. Depending on the role, application processing fees range from PKR 2,000 to 250 (non-refundable). Please check the specific post fee at the time of online application.
4. What degree and experience is required?
- Professors: PhD with strong teaching/research background.
- Assistant/Lecturer: PhD or MPhil/MS in relevant field.
- Admin: Bachelor’s degree + 2–5 years experience.
- Support roles: Intermediate or Matric, with relevant experience.
5. How do I apply for NDU jobs?
Apply online only via the NDU careers page. After payment, courier your hard-copy forms + documents to NDU Islamabad’s FCS Admin Office.
6. Will candidates receive TA/DA for interviews?
No. TA/DA is not admissible for interviews at NDU.
7. Can govt employees apply?
Yes. Govt servants must apply through proper channels and include a signed NOC/NOC-DPC from their department.
8. Is there an age limit?
Age limits vary post-wise. They’ll be specified in the detailed job notice. Govt servants enjoy standard age relaxations as per policy.
9. Is there quota for persons with disabilities?
Yes. A 2% quota is reserved for disabled persons under the advertised NDU jobs.
10. Can the number of posts be changed?
Absolutely. NDU reserves the right to increase, decrease, or cancel any posts as per requirements.
📝 Conclusion
If you’re ambitious, scholarly, and passionate about contributing to Pakistan’s defence studies and policy research, these NDU jobs offer you an ideal platform. With competitive salaries (PKR 50,000–615,000), a stimulating academic environment, and opportunities to grow, this is your chance to make a difference.
Don’t miss the deadline – apply by 20 June 2025! For detailed job descriptions, application procedures, and forms, visit the NDU website.
Best of luck with your application!
National Defence University – Islamabad
FCS Admin Office
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