The Pakistan Railways recruitment 2025 advertisement introduces a significant opportunity for experienced and technically skilled individuals who wish to work in a federal level organization known for its stability, national importance, and operational diversity. This hiring campaign, announced by the Office of the Chief Engineer Open Line at the Lahore Headquarters, is particularly aimed at those professionals who have spent many years working with industrial machinery, diesel engines, mechanical systems, electrical troubleshooting, store management, and administrative supervision. Pakistan Railways is one of the largest employers in Pakistan’s public sector, and its recruitment cycles are always highly anticipated by job seekers who aspire to secure stable government employment. The newly announced positions cover BPS-01 to BPS-16 levels, providing a wide spectrum of opportunities—from technical roles such as Sub Engineers, Mistry, Mechanical Fitters, Diesel Engine Specialists, and Assistant Chargeman to administrative positions like Office Superintendent and Foreman Store.
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The contract based nature of these positions may initially seem limiting for some candidates, but Pakistan Railways has historically extended many contractual appointments based on performance, discipline, and departmental requirements. In fact, these short-term contractual roles often become stepping stones to long-term employment, giving individuals the chance to demonstrate their expertise, reliability, and technical capabilities in real working conditions. The technical positions, in particular, offer unparalleled professional exposure because employees work directly with Hi-Tech Industrial Machinery, track maintenance equipment, cranes, movable heavy machinery, diesel engines from manufacturers like Deutz and Cummins, and advanced electrical systems used in locomotive operations. Such hands-on experience is extremely valuable because it equips employees with advanced-level troubleshooting, repair, and mechanical handling skills that are rarely available outside large national organizations. Administrative roles also hold immense importance as they ensure efficient departmental workflow, inventory management, document handling, operational reporting, and coordination between field and headquarters. The Office Superintendent and Foreman Store roles require individuals with strong English communication skills, leadership qualities, and experience handling sensitive administrative tasks. Pakistan Railways is offering these positions not only to fill manpower gaps but also to modernize its operations and introduce more efficiency, accuracy, and professionalism in maintenance and administrative systems.
To ensure transparency and fair shortlisting, Pakistan Railways has directed all applicants to submit their forms along with original documents through the prescribed method within twenty days of the advertisement’s publication.
Candidates must provide complete information, including educational certificates, experience letters, CNIC, and relevant documentation proving their years of service in the required field. Because EPR (Employment Processing Resources) is responsible for handling and forwarding the applications, candidates must first create an online account on the EPR portal, fill out the Railway job form with accurate details, upload scanned documents, and submit the service fee through payment options such as JazzCash, Easypaisa, or bank transfer. Once the form is submitted, EPR prepares, verifies, and dispatches the application to the Office of the Chief Engineer/Open Line at Lahore Headquarters.
Vacant Positions
Foreman Store (BPS-16) 01 Post
Office Superintendent (BPS-16) 01 Post
Computer Operator (BPS-12) 01 Post
Sub Engineer – Operator (BPS-11) 22 Posts
Sub Engineer – Diesel Engine (BPS-11) 01 Post
Assistant Chargeman Electrical/Electronics (BPS-11) 01 Post
Mistry – Electric/Electronics 01 Post
Mechanical Fitter (BPS-06) 04 Posts
Machinist (BPS-05) 01 Post
Store Issuer (BPS-05) 01 Post
Semi-Skilled Fitter (BPS-04) 01 Post
Muawan (BPS-01) 06 Posts
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
As per Government of Pakistan rules (typically varies based on BPS and experience).
General Requirements
Only candidates meeting qualification + experience criteria will be shortlisted.
All documents (degrees, certificates, experience letters) must be original.
Candidates must apply within 20 days of the advertisement.
No TA/DA for interview.
FAQs
- Are these permanent jobs?
No, these are contract-based for 6 months, but extendable.
- Can candidates with less experience apply?
No, the advertisement requires strict experience levels, especially 8–20 years for some posts.
- Is EPR mandatory?
Pakistan Railways states “Apply through EPR,” so yes, for this advertisement, applying via EPR is required.
- Will shortlisted candidates be called for tests?
Yes, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Is there any TA/DA for interview?
No TA/DA will be provided.
