COD Lahore Jobs Central Ordnance Depot (COD) Lahore Cantt, under the Pakistan Army, has announced multiple civilian job vacancies (BPS-01 to BPS-11) in April 2026. These are government positions suitable for candidates with qualifications ranging from Primary/Middle to Matric (and higher for some clerical roles).
Fresh candidates can apply for basic posts, while relevant experience helps for skilled/trade positions.
Key Details
- Location: Lahore Cantt, Punjab, Pakistan
- Advertisement Date: Around 10–11 April 2026 (published in newspapers like Nation and Nawaiwaqt)
- Last Date to Apply: 27 April 2026
- Age Limit: Generally 18–30 years (relaxation as per government rules; retired armed forces personnel may apply up to 45 years)
- Quotas: Provincial quotas apply (e.g., Merit, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Local). Additionally, 10% for women, 5% for minorities, and 2% for disabled persons.
- Total Vacancies: Over 100 (combined across posts)
- Nature of Jobs: Permanent/contract civilian staff in ordnance depot (no TA/DA for test/interview)
Vacant Positions (Summary)
Here is a compiled list of positions from recent announcements:
Higher Grade Posts (BPS-09 to 11):
- LDC (Lower Division Clerk) – BPS-11 (2 posts, Merit)
- Assistant Store Keeper (ASK) – BPS-09 (1 post, e.g., Khyber Pakhtunkhwa quota)
Skilled/Technical Posts (BPS-03 to 07):
- Storeman – BPS-07 (2 posts)
- Supervisor Inspection – BPS-05 (1 post, Local)
- Electrician – BPS-04 (1 post, Local)
- Assistant Supervisor Fire – BPS-03 (1 post, Local)
- Carpenter – BPS-03 (1 post, Local)
- Painter – BPS-03 (1 post, Local)
- Fitter – BPS-03 (1 post, Local)
- Tailor – BPS-03 (1 post, Local)
- Upholsterer/Impositor – BPS-03 (1 post, Local)
- Fireman – BPS-02 (1 post, Local)
Lower Grade/Support Posts (BPS-01):
- Cook (Mess) – BPS-01 (1 post, Local)
- Cook (Unit) – BPS-01 (2 posts, Local)
- Searcher – BPS-01 (3 posts, Local)
- Waiter – BPS-01 (1 post, Local)
- USM (Unskilled Manual Worker) – BPS-01 (10 posts, Local)
- Sanitary Worker – BPS-01 (4 posts, Local)
COD Lahore Jobs Other possible posts mentioned across sources include Mess Cook, Supervisor Fire, etc. Exact numbers and quotas may vary slightly by advertisement—check the official newspaper ad for precision.
Eligibility
- Education: Primary to Matric (higher for LDC/clerical roles, e.g., Intermediate/Matric with typing/computer skills).
- Experience: Relevant trade experience preferred for technical posts (e.g., Electrician, Fitter, Painter, Tailor).
- Retired army personnel get preference/age relaxation where applicable.
How to Apply
- Obtain the prescribed application form from the advertisement or COD gate.
- Prepare documents: Attested copies of CNIC, domicile, educational certificates, experience letters (if any), and 2 recent passport-size photos.
- Send the complete application via courier/post to: Commandant, Administrative Branch, Central Ordnance Depot (COD), Lahore Cantonment.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/interview. The list will be displayed at the COD gate.
- Bring original documents on the test/interview day. COD Lahore Jobs No mobile phones or electronic devices allowed.
