FIA Jobs 2026 — 1,394 Vacancies in Federal Investigation Agency
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has announced 1,394 vacancies across 9 post categories — from Constable to Assistant. Applications are accepted online only at npftas.pk. The deadline is 4th May 2026.
Apply Online for FIA Jobs 2026
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FIA Jobs 2026 — Direct Answer
The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), operating under the Ministry of Interior and Narcotics Control, has invited applications for 1,394 posts across 9 categories — ranging from Constable (BS-05) to Assistant (BS-15). Candidates from all provinces and regions of Pakistan are eligible to apply. All applications must be submitted online through npftas.pk by 4th May 2026. A separate application and a non-refundable fee of Rs. 2,000 is required for each post, according to the official FIA recruitment advertisement published at fia.gov.pk.
All Posts at a Glance
The FIA 2026 advertisement lists 9 post categories. The table below shows the total vacancies, required qualification, age limit, and physical test requirement for each post:
| Post Name | BPS | Total Posts | Age Limit | Minimum Qualification | Physical Test |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant | BS-15 | 21 | 18–28 years | Graduate (HEC recognized) | — |
| Sub-Inspector | BS-14 | 94 | 18–25 years | 2nd Class Bachelor’s (HEC) | ⚡ Required |
| Stenotypist | BS-14 | 47 | 18–25 years | Intermediate + 80 wpm Shorthand | — |
| Upper Division Clerk (UDC) | BS-13 | 29 | 18–25 years | Intermediate | — |
| Lower Division Clerk (LDC) | BS-11 | 64 | 18–25 years | Matriculation + 30 wpm Typing | — |
| Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) | BS-09 | 117 | 18–25 years | 2nd Class Bachelor’s (HEC) | ⚡ Required |
| Constable | BS-05 | 941 | 18–25 years | Matriculation 2nd Class | ⚡ Required |
| Constable Driver | BS-05 | 39 | 18–25 years | Matric + Valid LTV License | ⚡ Required |
| Staff Car Driver | BS-04 | 42 | 18–30 years | Primary + Motor Car License | — |
Source: FIA official recruitment advertisement, fia.gov.pk. All figures confirmed from the advertisement dated April 2026.
Post-by-Post Detail
1. Constable (BS-05) — 941 Posts — Largest Vacancy
Constable is the entry-level uniformed post in FIA and carries the largest number of seats in this recruitment. The provincial breakdown is: Punjab 400 (including women, minority, and disabled quota seats), Sindh Rural 91, Sindh Urban 60, KPK 92, Balochistan 48, Ex-FATA 23, Gilgit-Baltistan 8, and AJK 16.
- Qualification: Matriculation 2nd Class from any recognized Board
- Age Limit: 18–25 years (plus 5-year general relaxation)
- Height — Men: Minimum 5 feet 6 inches
- Height — Women: Minimum 5 feet 4 inches
- Chest — Men only: 33 × 34½ inches
- Endurance Run: 1.6 km — Men must complete in 7 minutes, Women in 10 minutes
2. Assistant Sub-Inspector / ASI (BS-09) — 117 Posts
The ASI post requires a 2nd Class or Grade “C” Bachelor’s degree from an HEC recognized university. Physical and endurance test requirements are identical to those for Constable. Punjab has 49 open merit seats, Sindh Rural 12, Sindh Urban 7, KPK 11, Balochistan 6, Ex-FATA 3, Gilgit-Baltistan 1, and AJK 2.
3. Sub-Inspector (BS-14) — 94 Posts
Sub-Inspector also requires a 2nd Class Bachelor’s degree and a physical test. Punjab has the highest allocation with 40 open merit seats. This is a supervisory uniformed position within FIA. Women and minority quota seats are included across provinces.
4. Lower Division Clerk / LDC (BS-11) — 64 Posts
LDC requires Matriculation and a minimum typing speed of 30 words per minute. Selected candidates must also complete a 3-week NITB Basic IT Training Course (including MS Office) within one year of appointment. Punjab has 26 seats, Sindh Rural 6, with remaining seats distributed across other provinces.
5. Stenotypist (BS-14) — 47 Posts
This post requires Intermediate education with a minimum shorthand speed of 80 wpm and typing speed of 40 wpm. Candidates must also be computer literate. Punjab has 20 seats in this category.
6. Upper Division Clerk / UDC (BS-13) — 29 Posts
UDC requires Intermediate education along with a 3-week NITB IT Training Course to be completed within one year. Punjab has 12 seats, with the rest distributed across Sindh, KPK, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and AJK.
7. Assistant (BS-15) — 21 Posts
Assistant is the highest clerical grade in this advertisement. It requires a Graduate degree from an HEC recognized university and completion of a 6-week NITB Basic IT Training Course within one year. The age limit is slightly wider here — 18 to 28 years, plus 5 years relaxation.
8. Constable Driver (BS-05) — 39 Posts
Constable Driver requires Matriculation along with a valid Motorcycle and LTV driving license from any Pakistani licensing authority. Candidates must have practical experience driving cars and light vehicles, plus knowledge of vehicle maintenance. Physical and endurance tests apply.
9. Staff Car Driver (BS-04) — 42 Posts
Staff Car Driver requires Primary education and a valid Motor Car license. The age limit is the widest of all posts — 18 to 30 years. Candidates must be well-versed in traffic rules. No physical test is required for this post.
Physical & Endurance Test Requirements
Candidates applying for Sub-Inspector, ASI, Constable, and Constable Driver must pass physical measurements and an endurance test before they are permitted to sit the written examination. Failing the physical test disqualifies the candidate from proceeding.
| Requirement | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Height | 5 ft. 6 inches | 5 ft. 4 inches |
| Chest Measurement | 33 × 34½ inches | Not required |
| Endurance Run | 1.6 km in 7 minutes | 1.6 km in 10 minutes |
Selection Process — Step by Step
Application Fee — How to Pay
A non-refundable fee of Rs. 2,000 per post is required. After submitting your online application, a 24-digit PSID (Payment System ID) is generated on your fee challan. Use this PSID to pay via any of the following methods:
- JazzCash — Bill Payments section, enter PSID under 1Link-1Bill
- EasyPaisa — Mobile wallet payment using PSID
- UPaisa — Through the 1Link-1Bill service
- Internet Banking — Any major bank’s online portal (HBL, UBL, MCB, Meezan, Allied)
- ATM — Any bank ATM supporting the 1Link service
- Bank Counter — Direct cash payment at any branch using the PSID
Documents Required at Interview Stage
No documents need to be submitted during the online application. Only candidates who reach the interview stage are required to bring the following:
- Original CNIC and one set of attested photocopies
- Original degrees and certificates (HEC/Board verified) with attested copies
- Original Domicile Certificate with a copy — matching the province selected in your application
- Roll No. Slip for the interview stage (downloaded from portal or received by SMS)
- Passport as an alternative if CNIC is unavailable
- Government employees: NOC from their department
- Constable Driver / Staff Car Driver: Original valid driving license