PPSC Combined Competitive Examination-2025 (PMS) – Provincial Management Service, Excise & Taxation Officer, Assistant Director Local Fund Audit | Punjab, Pakistan

PPSC Combined Competitive Examination-2025 (PMS) – Provincial Management Service, Excise & Taxation Officer, Assistant Director Local Fund Audit | Punjab, Pakistan

The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC), Lahore has released Advertisement No. 47/2025 for the (PMS) Combined Competitive Examination-2025 to recruit officers for three prestigious BS-17 cadres: Provincial Management Service (PMS) under the Services & General Administration Department, Excise & Taxation Officer under the Excise, Taxation & Narcotics Control Department, and Assistant Director Local Fund Audit in the Finance Department. These are full-time Government of Punjab positions with postings anywhere in Punjab.

The PMS exam is your pathway to a leadership career in provincial administration. This notice consolidates eligibility, seat distribution, age limits, gender & domicile conditions, syllabus, optional subject groups, and the complete online application process—written in clear, natural language for fast reading and easy action.

Positions & Quotas (BS-17)

ⓘ Seats are subject to variation by the Commission/Departments as per rules.

Who Can Apply? ✅

• Education: Bachelor’s (14 years) or BS/BA/BSc (16 years) – at least Second Division from a recognized university for all three cadres.
• Age (as on 01 January 2026):
  • General candidates: 21 to 30 years.
  • Government employees serving in connection with the affairs of the Punjab Government (and having 4+ years service on the closing date): upper age relaxable up to 35 years.
  • Special persons (persons with disabilities): up to 15 years relaxation as per Punjab Government rules.
• Gender: Male, Female, Transgender can apply for all posts.
• Domicile: Punjab Province.
• Place of Posting: Anywhere in Punjab.

📝 Important: In-service applicants must apply through proper channel and produce NOC/Departmental Permission at interview. Experience must be from organizations registered with a Government regulatory authority.

Written Examination Structure

Compulsory Subjects (6 Papers – Total 600 Marks)

1. English Essay – 100 (Subjective)
2. English (Précis, Comprehension & Composition) – 100 (Subjective)
3. Urdu (Essay/Comprehension/Translation & Grammar) – 100 (Subjective)
4. Islamic Studies / Ethics (for Non-Muslims) – 100 (Subjective)
5. Pakistan Studies – 100 (Subjective)
6. General Knowledge – 100 (Objective/MCQs)

Optional Subjects (Choose 3—600 Marks)

Select one subject only from each group below (each subject = 200 marks). No more than one subject from the same group is allowed.

Group “A”

• Commerce (200)
• Economics (200)
• Business Administration (200)
• Public Administration (200)

Group “B”

• Agriculture (200)
• Veterinary Science (200)
• Botany (200)
• Zoology (200)

Group “C”

• Mathematics (200)
• Computer Science (200)
• Statistics (200)
• Principles of Engineering (200)

Group “D”

• Physics (200)
• Chemistry (200)
• Geology (200)
• Geography (200)

Group “E”

• Political Science (200)
• History (200)
• Law (200)
• Mass Communication (200)

Group “F”

• Philosophy (200)
• Psychology (200)
• Sociology (200)
• Social Work (200)

Group “G”

• English Literature (200)
• Urdu (200)
• Arabic (200)
• Punjabi (200)

Qualifying Threshold & Interview

• Candidates must secure at least 40% in each paper and 50% in aggregate in the written exam (1200 marks) to qualify.
• Psychological Assessment and Viva Voce/Interview: 300 marks.
• Final merit is based on the aggregate of Written + Psychological + Interview marks.
• Negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer applies in objective paper(s) where specified (e.g., General Knowledge).
• The syllabus & paper breakdown will be available on the PPSC website; keep checking your roll number slip and test city details online.

About the Cadres

Provincial Management Service (PMS)

PMS officers are the backbone of district and provincial administration. From managing law & order support, development schemes, and revenue affairs to leading policy execution across departments, PMS offers fast-track career progression, challenging field assignments, and leadership exposure at every level.

Excise & Taxation Officer

ETOs supervise tax administration, motor vehicle taxation, excise operations, and anti-narcotics initiatives. The role blends analytics with enforcement and public interface, making it ideal for candidates who enjoy fieldwork, data-driven decision-making, and regulatory compliance.

Assistant Director Local Fund Audit

AD-LFAs audit local governments, autonomous bodies, and funds to ensure compliance and value for money. If you like finance, public accountability, and audit methodologies, this is a rewarding career path with strong professional development prospects.

How to Apply – Step-by-Step

1. Visit the PPSC website and open Advertisement No. 47/2025 – Combined Competitive Examination-2025.
2. Read the instructions, eligibility, and syllabus carefully (including optional subjects policy).
3. Register/Sign-in to your PPSC profile and complete personal, academic, and contact information.
4. Select your cadre (you will be competing through the same PMS exam; cadre allocation is per merit, preferences, and availability).
5. Choose three optional subjects (one from each group A–G). Double-check subject codes before submission.
6. Pay the application fee via ATMs, Mobile Phone Banking, Internet Banking, over-the-counter at 1Link member banks, and popular wallets such as JazzCash, Easypaisa, UPaisa, and supported micro-finance banks. Keep the transaction number.
7. Upload CNIC, photo, and educational documents.
8. Submit the application and print/save the form and fee receipt.
9. Monitor your email/SMS and PPSC portal for test date, center, and roll number slip.