National College of Arts Jobs 2026 in Pakistan
Applications for this National College of Arts recruitment closed on June 1, 2026. This page is maintained as an archived recruitment reference for advertised vacancies, previous eligibility information, application instructions and official recruitment resources.
Recruitment Status Update
National College of Arts (NCA) advertised academic and non-academic positions connected with Lahore, Rawalpindi, Islamabad and Gilgit Baltistan. The advertised closing date was Monday, June 1, 2026, so this recruitment is no longer accepting new applications.
Candidates who previously participated in this recruitment should use official NCA resources for any test, interview, shortlist or other recruitment-status information.
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- Advertised Vacancies
- Campus-wise Positions
- Qualification & Experience
- Who Was Eligible?
- Application Method
- Required Documents
- Application Fee & Address
- Recruitment Conditions
- Common Application Mistakes
- Official Source & Verification
- Recruitment Status Resources
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Complete Position Snapshot
| Field | Verified Detail |
|---|---|
| Organization | National College of Arts (NCA) |
| Institution Status | A Federal Chartered Institute |
| Recruitment Type | Academic and Non-Academic |
| Advertised Locations | Lahore, Rawalpindi, Islamabad and Gilgit Baltistan |
| Appointment Basis | Permanent and contractual / renewable positions depending on the advertised post. |
| Application Method | Hard-form / offline submission |
| Salary / Pay | Separate rupee salary amounts were not stated in the source advertisement. BPS is shown where advertised. |
| Closing Date | June 1, 2026 Closed |
| Last Reviewed | 17 May 2026 |
Advertised Vacancies
The recruitment covered academic, administrative, finance, IT, technical, security and support positions. On desktop the information appears as normal tables. On mobile, every vacancy automatically changes into a two-column label-and-value card for easier reading.
Academic Positions — Lahore
| Post | BPS | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | 19 | 23 | 30–40 | Permanent |
| Lecturer | 18 | 07 | 25–35 | Permanent |
Academic Positions — Rawalpindi
| Post | BPS | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor | 19 | 06 | 30–40 | Permanent |
| Lecturer | 18 | 02 | 25–35 | Permanent |
Academic Positions — Islamabad & Gilgit Baltistan
| Post | BPS | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecturer | 18 | 04 | 25–35 | Permanent |
Academic Positions — Gilgit Baltistan
| Post | BPS | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lecturer | 18 | 03 | 25–35 | Contractual — Renewable |
Non-Academic Positions — Lahore
| Post | BPS | No. of Posts | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Additional Treasurer | 19 | 01 | 35–50 |
| Additional Controller of Examination | 19 | 01 | 35–50 |
| Director IT | 19 | 01 | 35–50 |
| Director Postgraduate Programs | 19 | 01 | 35–50 |
| Staff Officer to Vice Chancellor | 19 | 01 | 35–50 |
| Deputy Director IT | 18 | 01 | 30–45 |
| Senior Archivist | 18 | 01 | 30–45 |
| Program Coordinator | 18 | 01 | 30–45 |
| System Manager | 18 | 01 | 30–45 |
| Dy. Controller of Examination | 18 | 01 | 30–45 |
| Deputy Treasurer | 18 | 01 | 30–45 |
| Resident Engineer | 18 | 01 | 30–45 |
| Administrative Officer | 17 | 01 | 30–45 |
| Personal Secretary to Vice Chancellor | 17 | 01 | 30–45 |
| Audit Officer | 17 | 01 | 25–45 |
| Assistant Controller of Examination | 17 | 01 | 25–45 |
| Accommodation Officer | 17 | 01 | 25–45 |
| Senior Student Coordinator | 17 | 01 | 30–45 |
| Chief Security Officer | 17 | 01 | 35–50 |
| Manager Social Media | 17 | 01 | 25–45 |
| Archivist / Gallery | 17 | 01 | 25–45 |
| Photographer | 17 | 01 | 25–35 |
| Electrical Engineer | 17 | 01 | 25–35 |
| Webmaster | 17 | 01 | 25–45 |
| Graphics Designer | 17 | 01 | 25–35 |
| Office Superintendent | 16 | 01 | 30–40 |
| Estate Superintendent | 16 | 01 | 30–40 |
| Coordinator | 16 | 03 | 30–40 |
| Cafeteria Supervisor | 16 | 02 | 30–45 |
| Technical Assistant (Computer) | 16 | 02 | 25–40 |
| LAN Technician | 16 | 02 | 25–40 |
| Assistant Archivist | 16 | 01 | 25–40 |
| Caretaker | 15 | 01 | 25–40 |
| Assistant | 15 | 03 | 25–35 |
| Assistant Audit & Accounts | 15 | 03 | 25–35 |
| Senior Electrician | 14 | 01 | 25–40 |
| Computer Operator | 14 | 07 | 25–35 |
| Assistant Caretaker | 14 | 02 | 25–35 |
| Assistant Photographer | 14 | 01 | 25–35 |
| CCTV Operator | 14 | 01 | 25–35 |
| Nurse | 14 | 01 | 25–35 |
| Receptionist | 14 | 01 | 28–35 |
| Electrician | 11 | 01 | 20–30 |
| Weaver | 10 | 01 | 22–35 |
| Art Material Shop Keeper | 10 | 01 | 25–35 |
| Technician | 10 | 02 | 20–30 |
| Incharge Horticulture | 09 | 01 | 25–30 |
| Junior Electrician | 09 | 01 | 22–30 |
| Record Keeper | 07 | 02 | 20–30 |
| Bus Driver | 06 | 02 | 25–40 |
| Driver | 06 | 03 | 25–40 |
| Head Mali | 06 | 01 | 22–35 |
| Head Janitor | 06 | 02 | 22–35 |
| Technical Attendant | 05 | 04 | 22–35 |
| Studio Assistant | 05 | 06 | 22–35 |
| Security Guard | 05 | 05 | 22–35 |
| Head Cook | 05 | 02 | 22–35 |
| Daftari | 04 | 01 | 22–35 |
| Lab Attendant (Computer) | 03 | 04 | 22–35 |
| Cook | 02 | 03 | 22–35 |
| Mali | 01 | 04 | 20–30 |
| Studio Attendant | 01 | 07 | 20–30 |
| Naib Qasid | 01 | 06 | 20–30 |
| Chowkidar | 01 | 12 | 22–35 |
| Waiter | 01 | 02 | 18–25 |
| Janitor | 01 | 05 | 20–30 |
Treasurer — Contractual Position
| Post | BPS | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Treasurer | Not shown in the advertisement | 01 | 45–67 | 3 Years — Renewable |
Non-Academic Positions — Rawalpindi
| Post | BPS | No. of Posts | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Coordinator / Director | 19 | 01 | 30–45 |
| Audit Officer | 17 | 01 | 25–45 |
| Librarian | 17 | 01 | 30–45 |
| Chief Security Officer | 17 | 01 | 35–50 |
| Assistant Audit & Accounts | 15 | 01 | 25–35 |
| Telephone Operator | 14 | 01 | 25–35 |
| Art Material Shop Keeper | 10 | 01 | 25–35 |
| Mali | 01 | 03 | 20–30 |
| Studio Attendant | 01 | 02 | 20–30 |
| Naib Qasid | 01 | 01 | 20–30 |
| Janitor | 01 | 06 | 20–30 |
Non-Academic Positions — Islamabad
| Post | BPS | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant | 15 | 02 | 25–35 | Permanent |
| Assistant Audit & Accounts | 15 | 01 | 25–35 | Permanent |
Non-Academic Positions — Gilgit Baltistan
| Post | BPS | No. of Posts | Age Limit | Appointment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coordinator | 16 | 01 | 30–40 | Contractual — Renewable |
| Assistant | 15 | 01 | 25–35 | Contractual — Renewable |
| Assistant Audit & Accounts | 15 | 01 | 25–35 | Contractual — Renewable |
| Computer Operator | 14 | 01 | 25–35 | Contractual — Renewable |
| Assistant Caretaker | 14 | 01 | 25–35 | Contractual — Renewable |
| Weaver | 10 | 01 | 22–35 | Contractual — Renewable |
| Junior Electrician | 09 | 02 | 22–30 | Contractual — Renewable |
| Record Keeper | 07 | 01 | 20–30 | Contractual — Renewable |
| Driver | 06 | 02 | 25–40 | Contractual — Renewable |
| Mali | 01 | 02 | 20–30 | Contractual — Renewable |
| Studio Attendant | 01 | 01 | 20–30 | Contractual — Renewable |
| Naib Qasid | 01 | 03 | 20–30 | Contractual — Renewable |
| Janitor | 01 | 01 | 20–30 | Contractual — Renewable |
Campus-wise Academic Positions
Lahore
Academic appointments were advertised across disciplines including Architecture, Fine Arts, Visual Communication Design, Cultural Studies, Film & Television, Music, Product Design, Textile / Fashion Design, Multimedia Arts, Visual Arts and Interior Design.
Rawalpindi
Academic positions were advertised for disciplines including Architecture, Fine Arts, Visual Communication Design and Textile / Fashion Design.
Islamabad & Gilgit Baltistan
Permanent Lecturer positions were advertised in the disciplines stated in the recruitment advertisement.
Gilgit Baltistan Contractual Academic Positions
Renewable Lecturer positions were also included for the Gilgit Baltistan location.
Post-wise Qualification & Experience
NCA provided a separate official eligibility-criteria document for detailed educational qualification and experience requirements. The recruitment advertisement itself primarily provides the post title, BPS, vacancy count and age limit.
| Post Category | Verified Qualification Information | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| Assistant Professor — BPS-19 | PhD in the relevant field from an HEC-recognized university / institution. | No experience required according to the official eligibility criteria for the stated category. |
| Lecturer — BPS-18 | Relevant MS / MPhil or equivalent qualification subject to the complete official NCA eligibility criteria for the discipline. | Refer to the official eligibility criteria for the applicable discipline. |
| Non-Academic Posts | Qualification requirements are post-specific and should be checked against NCA's official eligibility document. | Experience requirements differ by role and should be verified from the same official eligibility criteria. |
Who Was Eligible?
This recruitment was intended for eligible Pakistani nationals who met the qualification, experience and age requirements applicable to their selected position.
- Applicants had to satisfy the post-specific eligibility requirements.
- Age limits differed by position and are shown in the vacancy tables.
- Applicants already serving in the public sector were required to use the proper channel and provide an NOC where required.
- Applications not meeting the advertised criteria could be rejected.
- The advertisement stated a 2% disabled quota subject to applicable rules and the required disability documentation.
How Applications Were Submitted
The recruitment used a hard-form application process rather than a simple online submission. Candidates were instructed to obtain the application form, eligibility information and fee challan through NCA resources and submit the completed application in hard form.
The required application package had to reach the Administrative Office of National College of Arts on or before Monday, June 1, 2026.
Required Documents
According to the recruitment advertisement, the hard-form application was supported by relevant documents including:
- Completed prescribed application form
- Attested copies of educational documents
- Domicile copy
- CNIC copy
- Relevant experience certificates
- Two recent attested passport-size photographs
- Required processing-fee challan
- NOC for applicable public-sector employees
- Disability certificate where the advertised disabled quota was being claimed
Application Fee & Submission Address
| Category | Advertised Processing Fee |
|---|---|
| Treasurer and BPS-16 to BPS-19 Posts | Rs. 2,000 per application |
| BPS-01 to BPS-15 Posts | Rs. 1,000 per application |
The advertisement described the processing fee as non-refundable and instructed candidates to use the applicable NCA fee challan.
Historical Submission Address
Administrative Office
National College of Arts
A Federal Chartered Institute
4, Shahrah-e-Quaid-e-Azam
Lahore, Pakistan
Recruitment contact printed in the advertisement: jobs@nca.edu.pk
Important Recruitment Conditions
- Incomplete applications or applications not meeting the advertised criteria were not to be considered.
- Public-sector employees were required to apply through the proper channel and submit an NOC where applicable.
- Candidates could be called for a written test for Lecturer and non-academic positions.
- Only shortlisted candidates could be called for interview.
- No TA / DA was stated to be admissible for test or interview.
- NCA reserved recruitment-management rights as stated in the advertisement.
- Any relaxation was subject to the conditions of the official advertisement and applicable policy.
- The advertisement stated a 2% disabled quota subject to applicable rules.
Common Application Mistakes Candidates Needed to Avoid
During the original application period, candidates needed to ensure that their application matched the advertised procedure and the requirements of the selected post.
- Applying for a position without meeting its specific eligibility criteria
- Using an incomplete or incorrect post name
- Failing to attach required educational documents
- Missing required experience documentation
- Failing to attach the required processing-fee challan
- Missing an NOC where the applicant was already serving in the public sector
- Missing required identification or photographs
- Sending the hard-form application after the June 1, 2026 deadline
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Official Source & Verification
Source Advertisement
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Recruitment Status Resources
Check official NCA notices and communication channels. Nava Jobz does not treat an unofficial test date, shortlist or interview schedule as confirmed recruitment information.
Because the application deadline has passed, candidates who previously participated in this recruitment should now focus on official recruitment-status information rather than application instructions.
- Check the official NCA website for relevant institutional or recruitment notices.
- Use the official eligibility criteria to re-check the requirements of the post originally applied for.
- Use official NCA communication channels if clarification about a recruitment notice is required.
- Avoid relying on unofficial shortlist, test or interview claims unless they can be independently confirmed through NCA.
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Final Archived Recruitment Note
This National College of Arts recruitment is no longer accepting new applications. The page remains available to help readers verify the advertised positions, BPS, age limits, campus grouping, application procedure, processing fee and official source information.
Readers looking for a new NCA vacancy should check current official NCA resources instead of following the expired application instructions associated with this recruitment.
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