Naib Qasid Jobs in Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) February 2026

PARC Project Recruitment for Cherry Value Chain Development in GB

The Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC), the apex agricultural research organization in Pakistan, is seeking qualified and motivated Pakistani nationals for appointment on a contract basis for an EDF-funded project titled “Development of Export Oriented Cherry Value Chain in Gilgit Baltistan.” These positions are exclusively for candidates holding a valid Gilgit-Baltistan domicile.

Available Positions & Requirements

Detailed Position Information

Project Manager

• Qualification: M.Sc (Hons) Horticulture.
• Experience: Minimum 15 years of experience in research and development of deciduous fruit plants, with proven expertise in leading projects, preferably as a Principal Investigator/Project Incharge for a cherry project.
• Skill Level: Expert.
• Remuneration: A lump sum of Rs. 200,000 per month with a 10% annual increment.

Scientific Officer (Horticulture)

• Qualification: M.Sc (Hons) / M.Phil or equivalent (18 years education) in a relevant field with first division or CGPA 3.0 or higher. No more than one second division or Grade C in the academic career is allowed.
• Skills: Good written and oral communication and analytical skills.
• Preference: Candidates with relevant experience.
• Skill Level: Experienced Professional.
• Scale: PPS-07.

Naib Qasid Attendant

• Qualification: Matriculation.
• Skill Level: Beginner.
• Scale: PPS-01.

General Eligibility & Conditions

• Mandatory Domicile: All positions are reserved for Gilgit-Baltistan (GB) domicile holders only.
• Age Relaxation: Admissible as per PARC/Government rules.
• Quotas: Quotas for Women, Minorities, and Disabled persons will be observed as per Government policy.
• Government Employees: Must apply through the proper channel.
• Council’s Rights: PARC reserves the right to increase/decrease the number of posts or cancel the recruitment process at any stage.
• TA/DA: No travel or daily allowance will be provided for test/interview.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates must apply online through the official PARC Job Portal on the PARC website. The application form, duly filled and signed, along with an updated CV, must also be sent to the provided postal address. The application must be submitted within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication. Only applications submitted via the official portal within the deadline will be considered.

Application Deadline: 17th February 2026 (15 days from the advertisement date).

The Pakistan Agricultural Research Council (PARC) is the apex national agricultural research organization. It aims to initiate, support, and coordinate agricultural research, educate the researchers, establish linkages with other research and development organizations nationally and internationally, and promote the transfer of technology to end-users.