DG Industries engineer jobs 2026 are open: the Directorate General of Industries, Punjab, under the Industries, Commerce and Investment Department, has advertised 5 contract posts for its Industrial Planning and Analysis Cell (IPAC). The posts are 1 DevOps Engineer and 4 Network Security Engineers. Apply online at jobs.punjab.gov.pk by Tuesday, 27 October 2026.
The Punjab Jobs Portal shows these posts were listed on 12 October 2026. The attached advertisement image (IPL-9178) is from an earlier posting with a September deadline. We report the figures from both the ad image and the current portal pages. Checked on 14 October 2026.
DG Industries engineer jobs 2026 at a glance
- Who is hiring: Directorate General of Industries, Punjab, under the Industries, Commerce and Investment Department
- Project: Establishment of Industrial Planning and Analysis Cell (IPAC)
- Seats: 5 in total: 1 DevOps Engineer and 4 Network Security Engineers
- Job type: contract (the portal says “Contract” employment status)
- Pay: DevOps Engineer Rs 250,000 to Rs 300,000 a month; Network Security Engineer Rs 180,000 to Rs 200,000 a month (from the portal)
- Where: Lahore
- How to apply: online only at jobs.punjab.gov.pk
- Last date: 27 October 2026 (from the portal)
The IPAC project is under the Annual Development Programme (ADP). The printed ad says the cell will work on industrial planning and analysis for Punjab. The Industries, Commerce and Investment Department oversees industrial development in the province, including small industries, cottage industries and investment promotion.
Who can apply
Both posts need 16 years of education (Master’s degree or Bachelor’s Honours) and relevant experience. The portal says the gender is “Both” for both posts.
DevOps Engineer (1 post, PPS-8)
- 16 years of education in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a relevant field from a recognized university
- At least 5 years of relevant experience
- The printed ad says: must have strong knowledge of database development, cybersecurity and be aware of advanced security issues
- Age: 25 to 70 years (from the portal)
Network Security Engineer (4 posts, PPS-7)
- 16 years of education in Computer Science, Information Technology or Telecommunications from a recognized university
- Preferably CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) certified
- At least 3 years of relevant experience
- Age: 25 to 70 years (from the portal)
Pay scale and job type
These are PPS (Punjab Project Scale) posts, not BPS. The portal shows a salary range for each post:
- DevOps Engineer: Rs 250,000 to Rs 300,000 a month
- Network Security Engineer: Rs 180,000 to Rs 200,000 a month
The printed ad did not list salary figures. The portal says both posts are contract jobs. The ad does not say how long the contract is or whether it can be extended.
How to apply for DG Industries engineer jobs 2026
- Open the official portal. Go to jobs.punjab.gov.pk. The ad says applications need to be made through the Punjab Job Portal only.
- Register and log in. Click Register, enter your email and password, and verify your email. Then log in with your email, password and the captcha code.
- Complete your profile. Fill in your personal details, education, experience and skills. Upload your degree and experience letters.
- Find the posts. Search for “Directorate General Industries” or “DevOps Engineer” or “Network Security Engineer” in the jobs list. The individual pages are DevOps Engineer and Network Security Engineer. Check that the page shows the correct department and last date.
- Apply. Click Apply for this Job, fill in the form and submit. You can apply for each job only once.
- Keep proof. Save the confirmation message and email.
Our Punjab Job Portal guide explains registration and the profile in more detail. Do not wait for the last day.
Documents you need
The ad does not print a list of documents. Before you apply, keep clear scans of these documents ready for your portal profile:
- Degree or transcript (Master’s or Bachelor’s Honours in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, Telecommunications or a related field)
- Experience letters from your previous employers showing relevant IT or engineering work
- CCNA or other relevant certifications (especially for Network Security Engineer)
- CNIC (both sides)
If your CNIC has expired, see our NADRA CNIC online guide.
Application fee
The ad does not mention any application fee, and applying on the Punjab Jobs Portal is free.
Selection process
- The ad says information about job description, duration of assignment, salary packages and eligibility criteria are available on the job portal.
- Recruitment shall be made as per the Government’s applicable laws, rules and policies.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for a test or interview. No TA/DA will be admissible.
- The ad does not give a test date or interview date.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Ad published (IPL-9178) | September 2026 |
| Posts listed on Punjab Jobs Portal | 12 October 2026 |
| Last date to apply online | Tuesday, 27 October 2026 |
| Test or interview | Not announced |
Official advertisement and contact
- Ad image on the Punjab Jobs Portal: IPL-9178
- Portal job pages: DevOps Engineer and Network Security Engineer
- Phone printed in the ad: 042-99211532
Note on dates: The attached ad image (IPL-9178) shows a last date of 22 September 2026. The portal pages show the posts were listed on 12 October 2026 with a new last date of 27 October 2026. This appears to be a re-advertisement. Always check the portal page for the current deadline.
Beware of fake job offers
No agent, officer or website can get you a government job for money. This ad prints no fee, so anyone who asks you to pay for one of these posts is cheating you. Apply only on jobs.punjab.gov.pk, and never share your portal password. If someone asks you for money, report it through the Pakistan Citizen’s Portal.
For more open government jobs, see our Punjab Jobs page. If this is your first time on the portal, start with the Punjab Job Portal guide. GoPunjab is an independent website. We cannot apply for you or influence any hiring decision.
