Pakistan Customs Announces 145 Sub-Inspector Vacancies on Contract Basis

ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Customs Department has announced a significant recruitment drive, inviting applications for 145 vacant positions of Sub-Inspector (equivalent to Junior Commissioned Officer – JCO) (BPS-14) on a two-year contract basis. The vacancies are spread across various field formations nationwide.

Vacancy Distribution

1. Collectorate of Customs Enforcement, Quetta: 25 Positions
   • Domicile Requirement: Candidates must hold domicile from any district of Balochistan.
   • Quota Distribution: Merit – 21, Women – 01, Minority (Non-Muslim) – 01.
2. Collectorate of Customs Enforcement, Gwadar: 15 Positions
   • Domicile Requirement: Candidates must hold domicile from any district of Balochistan.
   • Quota Distribution: Merit – 12, Women – 02, Minority (Non-Muslim) – 01.
3. Collectorate of Customs (Industrial – likely typo for “Industries” or similar): 105 Positions
   • Domicile Requirement: Open to candidates from all over Pakistan. Vacancies are distributed under provincial/regional quotas:
     • Open Merit: 08
     • Punjab: 34 (Merit-16, Women-06, Minority-07)
     • Sindh (Rural): 17 (Merit-17, Women-01) [Note: Minority allocation unclear in source]
     • Sindh (Urban): 12 (Merit-11, Women-01, Minority-01)
     • Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP): 13 (Merit-11, Women-01, Minority-01)
     • Balochistan: 07 (Merit-06, Women-01)
     • Ex-FATA: 03 (Merit-03)
     • Gilgit-Baltistan (GB): 01 (Merit-01)
     • Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK): 04 (Merit-04) [Note: Source says Merit-05 but total quota is 04]

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Position: Sub-Inspector (equivalent JCO) – BPS-14
• Education: Second Class or Grade ‘C’ Bachelor’s Degree from an HEC-recognized university in Economics, Commerce, Statistics, Accounting, Computer Sciences, Law, Pharmacy, Chemistry, or Physics. OR B.Sc Engineering in any discipline.
• Age Limit (as of closing date):
  • Minimum: 18 years
  • Maximum: 25 years (General Upper Limit)
  • Note: The source lists “25-45-30”, implying standard max is 25, but significant relaxations apply (see General Info point 9 below).

Minimum Physical Standards

• Specific height and chest measurements are required (details partially cut off in source image). Female candidates will undergo physical tests deemed necessary by the recruitment committee.
• Ex-Armed Forces Personnel: Applicants retired from the Pakistan Armed Forces at JCO rank are eligible to apply as per Section 205 of the Customs Act, 1969.

Key Application Information & Instructions

1. Online Application Mandatory: Applications must be submitted online via the National Job Portal (https://njp.gov.pk). Do not send manual/hard copies.
2. Contract Duration: Initial contract period is two (02) years, extendable in exceptional cases.
3. Provincial Quotas: Vacancies will be filled strictly according to the prescribed provincial/regional quotas.
4. Document Verification: Shortlisted candidates must bring original educational certificates, CNIC, experience certificates, etc., along with attested copies for interview.
5. Written Test: A written test may be conducted as per Federal Government Recruitment Policy.
6. Physical & Medical Tests: Candidates (including females) will undergo prescribed physical measurements and medical examinations.
7. Quota Observance: Government-mandated quotas for minorities (5%) and disabled persons will be strictly followed.
8. Vacancy Adjustment: Customs reserves the right to increase, decrease, or cancel any vacancy.
9. Age Relaxation: In addition to the general 5-year upper age relaxation, further relaxation applies:
   • 10 Years: Candidates from Scheduled Castes, Buddhist Community, Tribal Areas, AJK & Gilgit-Baltistan.
   • 03 Years: Candidates from Sindh (Rural) & Balochistan for BPS-15 & below posts.
   • 15 Years or Service Period (whichever less): Retired/Released Officers/Personnel of Pakistan Armed Forces.
   • 05 Years: Widows/Sons/Daughters of deceased civil servants who died during service.
10. Application Deadline: The last date to apply online is july 25, 2025. Late applications will not be considered.
11. Verification & Legal Action: Information provided will be verified. Any false information or document forgery will lead to disqualification and potential legal action.
12. Shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be called for tests/interviews. Final selection is subject to detailed scrutiny and verification.
13. No TA/DA: No travel or daily allowance will be provided for attending interviews/tests.