Punjab Agriculture Food Drug Authority (PAFDA), operating under the Home Department of the Government of the Punjab, has announced multiple job opportunities in 2026. These positions support its mission of ensuring the quality and safety of food, medicines, agricultural inputs (such as fertilizers and pesticides), and related forensic testing through advanced laboratories.
This is a great opportunity for professionals in administration, management, engineering, public health, and scientific fields (especially in pharmacy, food science, agriculture, microbiology, and related disciplines) to join a key regulatory body on a contract basis (initially for 3 years, with possible extension).
Key Highlights of Punjab Agriculture Food Drug Authority Jobs 2026
- Application Deadline: 11 May 2026 (for most positions). Some senior roles (e.g., CFO and General Manager Works) have a later deadline of 3 June 2026.
- Location: Primarily Lahore (Punjab Science Enclave, Multan Road).
- Nature of Posts: Contract basis.
- How to Apply: Online applications via the dedicated portal: http://111.68.103.5/pafda. Hard copies are generally not required for most posts (except select senior positions).
- Application Processing Fee: Rs. 900/- (non-refundable) via 1-Bill (JazzCash, EasyPaisa, etc.). Separate fee for multiple posts.
Available Positions (Main Openings as of Latest Ad)
Punjab Agriculture Food Drug Authority is hiring for a mix of Administrative and Scientific/Technical roles. Here are some key vacancies:
Administrative & Management Positions:
- Manager (Mechanical) — Rs. 375,000/month
- Manager (Public Relations) — Rs. 375,000/month
- Manager (Public Health) — Rs. 375,000/month
- Assistant Manager (Security) — Rs. 225,000/month
- Assistant Manager (Budget) — Rs. 225,000/month
- Supervisor (Electrical) — Rs. 225,000/month
- Assistant — Rs. 100,000/month
Scientific & Lab Positions:
- Technical Manager (Drug Testing Lab) — Rs. 425,000/month
- Manager (Food) — Rs. 375,000/month
- Manager (Agriculture) — Rs. 375,000/month
- Assistant Manager (Food / Agriculture) — Rs. 225,000/month
- Senior Scientist (Drug / Food / Agriculture Testing Labs) — Rs. 325,000/month (multiple posts)
- Junior Scientist (Food Testing Lab / Microbiology) — Rs. 250,000/month
Higher-Level Positions (Separate Deadline):
- Chief Financial Officer (CFO) — Rs. 1,000,000/month
- General Manager (Works) — Rs. 725,000/month
Note: Exact qualifications vary by post (typically Master’s, M.Phil, or PhD in relevant fields like Pharmacy, Food Science, Agriculture Sciences, Public Health, Engineering, etc., plus relevant post-qualification experience). Age limits generally range from 23-55 years depending on the role.
Eligibility & Terms
- Minimum marks requirement is often 45% or equivalent in relevant degrees (HEC-recognized institutions).
- Post-qualification experience is mandatory for most managerial/scientific roles.
- Government employees must apply through proper channel.
- Foreign degrees require HEC equivalence.
- Written tests (in Lahore) and interviews for shortlisted candidates.
- Punjab Agriculture Food Drug Authority follows equal opportunity policy with applicable quotas.
How to Apply for Punjab Agriculture Food Drug Authority Jobs 2026
- Visit the official application portal: http://111.68.103.5/pafda.
- Read the full advertisement carefully (available on pafda.gop.pk).
- Fill out the online form accurately.
- Pay the Rs. 900 processing fee.
- Submit before the deadline. Incomplete or incorrect applications will be rejected.
