Latest Nadra Jobs in Islamabad 2026 Advertisement Apply Online
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) announced the latest Job Openings in Islamabad on December 23, 2025. Multiple vacancies are announced in the newest Advertisement. The official advertisement, also available on the NADRA Careers website, stated that these posts are located at Islamabad G-5/2. The advertisement was published in the Jang Newspaper, Rawalpindi, for the recruitment of Technical database security posts. The recruitment is on a contract basis for 5 years (extendable) under the NADRA Employees (Service) Regulations 2002. Both male and female candidates from all over Pakistan, including minorities, differently‑abled and transgender persons, can apply online if they meet the required education and experience.
The advertisement offers two key positions: Deputy Director (Database Security) with a maximum age of 44 years and Assistant Director (Database Security) with a maximum age of 37 years, both requiring 16 years of HEC‑verified education in Computer Science / IT / Cyber / Information Security or related fields. These are mid to senior‑level posts focused on database security, Guardium administration, incident response and data analytics, so strong hands‑on experience and relevant certifications will be preferred. The job location for both posts is the NADRA Headquarters, Islamabad.
Applications will be submitted only through NADRA’s career portal, careers.nadra.gov.pk, up to the closing date given in the ad (early January 2026, as printed); no manual or courier applications are allowed. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the test/interview; no TA/DA will be paid, and already‑employed candidates must apply with an NOC from their department. All degrees must be attested by HEC, and selected candidates will submit medical fitness and character certificates upon joining.
Latest NADRA Jobs 2026 Islamabad Advertisement Details
The January 2026 NADRA jobs advertisement, issued under Regulations 9, 10 and 11 of NADRA Employees (Service) Regulations 2002, invites highly skilled professionals for database security roles at HQ Islamabad. It clearly lists position titles, age limits, educational background, professional experience, skills, job location and detailed terms and conditions such as a contract period of five years (extendable), age relaxation already included in the maximum age, disqualification on false information, and a ban on electronic gadgets during test/interview.
Vacant Positions
| Sr | Post name | Max age | Job location | Contract period | Core area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Deputy Director (Database Security) | 44 yrs | Islamabad | 5 years, extendable | Database / cyber security |
| 2 | Assistant Director (Database Security) | 37 yrs | Islamabad | 5 years, extendable | Database / cyber security |
These posts lie in NADRA’s database security and monitoring setup, responsible for protecting critical national data.
Eligibility criteria
Deputy Director (Database Security)
- Bachelor’s 4‑year degree in Computer Science / Information Technology / Cyber Security / Information Security or equivalent, with 16 years of HEC‑verified education; degrees must be recognised and attested by HEC.
- A master’s in a relevant subject will be preferred.
- Minimum 6 years of technical, hands‑on experience in database security and database analytics; certification in IBM Guardium administration, Oracle Database Security or similar products will be an added advantage.
- Skills include assessing database security for applications, planning and implementing Guardium auditing and monitoring, policy and alert management, generating security reports, monitoring database health, and handling Guardium‑related incidents with IBM support.
Assistant Director (Database Security)
- Bachelor’s 4‑year degree in Computer Science / IT / Cyber Security / Information Security / Electrical or Electronics Engineering with relevant IT certifications or equivalent, plus 16 years of HEC‑verified education; degrees must be HEC‑attested.
- Minimum 2 years post‑qualification experience in information security, database security or database administration in a reputable organisation.
- Skills include installation and configuration of Guardium appliances, monitoring database activity, analysing logs, performing data discovery and classification, preparing security reports, troubleshooting and strong analytical and communication skills.
General conditions
- Five‑year contract, extendable if required by NADRA; five years’ age relaxation is already included in the mentioned age limits.
- False information will lead to disqualification, and shortlisted candidates must bring attested degrees, medical fitness and character certificates as required.
- Government / semi‑government employees must attach an NOC at the time of application submission.
- No TA/DA for tests or interviews; mobile phones, smart watches and other electronic gadgets are not allowed in the examination hall.
How to apply
- Visit NADRA’s official career portal at careers.nadra.gov.pk.
- Find the January 2026 advertisement for Deputy Director (Database Security) and Assistant Director (Database Security) under Islamabad jobs.
- Create an account or log in, then complete your profile with CNIC, contact details, education and experience.
- Select the desired post, fill out the online application form carefully and provide accurate information as per your documents.
- Upload required scanned documents (degrees, certificates, CNIC, and NOC for government employees) if the portal asks, and submit the form before the last date mentioned in the ad (early January 2026).
- Keep checking your email and the portal for the test/interview call; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Salary and benefits
- Salary will be as per NADRA’s internal pay structure for Deputy Director and Assistant Director level posts, aligned with federal government‑linked benefits.
- Selected candidates will work at NADRA Headquarters with exposure to national‑level database security operations, modern tools like IBM Guardium, and structured learning and growth opportunities in cyber and data security.
FAQs
Are these permanent government jobs?
No, these are contract posts for 5 years, extendable subject to performance and organisational needs under NADRA Service Regulations.
Can fresh graduates apply?
Fresh graduates cannot apply because both posts require post‑qualification experience: 2 years for Assistant Director and 6 years for Deputy Director in relevant fields.
Can candidates from any province apply?
Yes, eligible applicants from all over Pakistan can apply, as long as they fulfil the education, experience and age criteria.
What is the last date to apply for the NADRA January 2026 jobs?
The last date printed in the advertisement is in early January 2026; candidates must check the ad and portal and submit applications before that day (no late applications accepted).
Is there any quota for women, minorities or persons with disabilities?
Yes, the ad clearly encourages females, minorities, transgender and differently‑abled candidates to apply, supporting inclusive recruitment.
Contact info
- Official careers portal and online application: https://careers.nadra.gov.pk.
- Address for correspondence: HR Directorate, National Database & Registration Authority, State Bank of Pakistan Building, Shahrah‑e‑Jamhuriat, Sector G‑5/2, Islamabad.
