Comprehensive guide to career opportunities in Pakistan's premier registration authority
The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) is Pakistan's premier organization responsible for managing national identity cards (CNIC), passports, and civil registration. Established in 2000, NADRA has revolutionized citizen documentation through biometric technology and digital systems.
NADRA operates nationwide with over 450 registration centers and employs cutting-edge technology to provide secure identity solutions. The organization plays a crucial role in national security, electoral processes, and citizen services.
| Position | Pay Scale | Salary Range | Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman NADRA | BPS-21 | PKR 184,900 - 323,000 | Senior civil servant/expert |
| Member (Technical/Operations) | BPS-21 | PKR 184,900 - 323,000 | Relevant experience and expertise |
| Director General | BPS-20 | PKR 155,180 - 285,000 | Master's + 15 years experience |
| Additional Director General | BPS-20 | PKR 155,180 - 285,000 | Master's + experience |
| Director | BPS-19 | PKR 130,100 - 250,000 | Master's degree + experience |
| Deputy Director | BPS-18 | PKR 109,280 - 220,000 | Bachelor's/Master's degree |
| Assistant Director | BPS-17 | PKR 91,590 - 193,000 | Bachelor's degree (16 years) |
| Position | Pay Scale | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Chief Technology Officer | BPS-20 | MS Computer Science + experience |
| Software Engineer | BPS-17 | BS Computer Science/IT |
| Network Administrator | BPS-17 | BS IT/Computer Science |
| Database Administrator | BPS-17 | BS Computer Science |
| System Analyst | BPS-17 | BS IT/Computer Science |
| Programmer | BPS-16 | BS Computer Science/DAE IT |
| IT Support Officer | BPS-14 | Bachelor's in IT |
| Position | Pay Scale | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Registration Officer | BPS-16 | Bachelor's degree |
| Assistant Registration Officer | BPS-14 | Bachelor's degree |
| Data Entry Operator | BPS-11 | Intermediate + typing/computer |
| Customer Service Officer | BPS-11 | Intermediate + computer skills |
| Field Officer | BPS-11 | Intermediate |
| Verification Assistant | BPS-9 | Matriculation + computer knowledge |
| Office Assistant | BPS-5 | Matriculation |
Submit application through NADRA website or NTS portal
NTS/IBA test for relevant positions
Technical/typing test for specific roles
Panel interview by NADRA selection committee
Medical examination and initial training
National identity card issuance, renewal, and modification
Machine-readable passport processing and verification
One-stop service centers for citizen facilitation
Online verification, family registration, certificates
Fingerprint and iris recognition technology
Database management, network systems, security
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