Punjab Police Special Branch has announced technical cadre vacancies for Punjab-domiciled candidates in Explosive Detection, Surveillance, and Canine sections, with applications accepted from 01 June 2026 to 15 June 2026.

Posted On	May 28, 2026
Organization	Punjab Police
Location	Lahore
Job Type	Full Time
Salary	150000-180000
Address	Special Branch Punjab Police is located on Nabha Road, near Anarkali Bazaar, Lahore
Last Date	June 15, 2026
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How to Apply

Candidates must download the application form from www.punjabpolice.gov.pk and submit it by hand at the relevant Regional Office of Special Branch during office hours from 01.06.2026 to 15.06.2026.

Submit the application with attested copies of educational certificates, domicile, CNIC, experience certificates, and one recent passport-size photograph.
Pay the required Rs. 500 non-refundable processing fee with the application according to the official submission procedure.
Applications should be submitted at the relevant Special Branch Regional Office, including Rawalpindi, Sargodha, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Lahore, Sahiwal, Multan, Bahawalpur, or Dera Ghazi Khan region, as applicable.
Candidates must provide a declaration on Rs. 100 stamp paper confirming that they are not involved in any criminal case, FIR, proclaimed offender matter, or banned organization activity.

The Special Branch Punjab Police is recruiting qualified candidates for technical cadre posts in different operational sections across Punjab. Special Branch Punjab Police Jobs 2026 include Assistant Supervisor, Operator, Senior Operator, Senior Canine Handler, and Canine Handler positions in BS-05 to BS-09. These Punjab Police vacancies are open to candidates holding Punjab domicile, including eligible civilians with relevant qualifications and retired armed forces personnel where the required course certification and field experience are accepted. Candidates should download the official form, prepare complete documents, and submit the application to the relevant Regional Office of Special Branch within office hours.

Punjab Police Jobs 2026 Details

Section / Location	Position	No. of Posts	Grade / Pay Scale	Age Limit	Qualification / Eligibility
Explosive Detection Section (EDS)	Assistant Supervisor	09	BS-09	21-40 years	Higher Secondary School Certificate or Diploma of Associate Engineering, or equivalent qualification in second division from a recognized Board, with Bomb Disposal Course certification from a recognized institution and at least 2 years of relevant field experience. Retired Junior Commissioned Officers or Non-Commissioned Officers of the armed forces with Bomb Disposal Course certification and relevant field experience are also eligible.
Explosive Detection Section (EDS)	Operator	13	BS-05	18-40 years	Secondary School Certificate or equivalent qualification in second division from a recognized Board with at least 6 months’ technical certificate in electrical, electronics, mechanical, chemical, civil, information technology, or radio and TV mechanic from a recognized institution. Retired Non-Commissioned Officers or soldiers of the armed forces with technical qualification and experience are also eligible.
Surveillance Section (SS)	Senior Operator	02	BS-07	21-40 years	Secondary School Certificate or equivalent qualification in second division from a recognized Board, intelligence course certification, at least 5 years of relevant field experience, and knowledge of Information Technology, Computer Science, or Telecommunication. Retired Non-Commissioned Officers or soldiers of the armed forces with intelligence course certification and relevant field experience are also eligible.
Surveillance Section (SS)	Operator	08	BS-05	18-40 years	Secondary School Certificate or equivalent qualification in second division from a recognized Board, intelligence course certification, at least 3 years of relevant field experience, and knowledge of Information Technology, Computer Science, or Telecommunication. Retired Non-Commissioned Officers or soldiers of the armed forces with intelligence course certification and relevant field experience are also eligible.
Canine Section (CS)	Senior Canine Handler	01	BS-07	21-40 years	Middle pass with basic dog handling course certification and at least 5 years of experience in canine handling. Retired Non-Commissioned Officers or soldiers of the armed forces with basic dog handling course and relevant field experience are also eligible.
Canine Section (CS)	Canine Handler	18	BS-05	18-40 years	Primary pass with basic dog handling course certification and at least 2 years of experience in canine handling. Retired soldiers or above with basic dog handling course and relevant field experience are also eligible.

General Terms and Conditions

Age will be calculated on the closing date of applications.
Candidates must hold domicile of Punjab and meet the required qualification, course, and field experience criteria for the relevant post.
Incomplete applications, late applications, false information, concealment of facts, or unsupported documents may lead to rejection or disqualification at any stage.
Candidates whose applications are rejected may submit an objection to the Review Committee within 2 working days.
The decision of the Review Committee will be final, and the merit list of successful candidates will be uploaded on www.punjabpolice.gov.pk and displayed at the relevant Special Branch office.
Shortlisted candidates will be informed about the written test, interview, and further process through the concerned official channel.
The written test for all posts except Canine Handler will carry 100 marks: General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies, Islamiat/Ethics, Urdu, and English will carry 50 marks, while the technical portion will carry 50 marks.
Candidates must obtain 40% passing marks and must qualify both portions separately; failure in either portion will result in failure.
For Canine Handler BS-05, the test will include 50 marks MCQs related to canine handling and 50 marks practical covering canine training, handling, vaccination, and care.
Candidates passing the written test will be called for interview in a 1:3 ratio.
Original educational certificates and other documents will be checked at the interview stage.
Candidates who qualify the interview will be called for medical fitness.
Government employees must apply through proper channel.
No TA/DA will be paid for test, interview, medical, or any recruitment stage.
Late receipt of applications will not create any right of consideration, and the department will not be responsible for postal or courier delays.
Selected candidates may be posted anywhere in Punjab.
Any adverse verification, false affidavit, criminal involvement, or banned organization link may result in cancellation of selection, dismissal from service, and legal action.
The competent authority may cancel the recruitment process or increase/decrease the number of posts at any stage.

Written Test and Paper Composition

Applicable Posts	Part	Paper / Subject	Total Marks	Passing Marks	Paper Pattern	Remarks
All posts except Canine Handler BS-05	1	General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies, and Islamiat/Ethics for non-Muslims	25		MCQs
All posts except Canine Handler BS-05	1	Urdu	12		Subjective
All posts except Canine Handler BS-05	1	English	13	20 out of 50	Subjective	Candidates must qualify both portions separately; otherwise they will be treated as failed.
All posts except Canine Handler BS-05	2	Technical	50	20	MCQs
All posts except Canine Handler BS-05	Total	Written Test	100	40	Mixed	Both general and technical portions must be passed separately.
Canine Handler BS-05	1	MCQs relating to Canine Handling	50	20	MCQs	Candidates must qualify both portions separately; otherwise they will be treated as failed.
Canine Handler BS-05	2	Practical: Canine Training, Handling, Vaccination, and Care	50	20	Practical	Practical performance is a separate qualifying portion.
Canine Handler BS-05	Total	Canine Handler Test	100	40	MCQs + Practical	Both MCQs and practical portions must be passed separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for these Punjab Police Special Branch vacancies?

Candidates having Punjab domicile can apply if they meet the education, course certification, age, and relevant experience requirements for the selected post. Both civilian candidates and eligible retired armed forces personnel may apply where the post criteria specifically allow the armed forces experience route.

Is online submission available for these posts?

The official form is available online at www.punjabpolice.gov.pk, but the application is submitted physically. Candidates must submit the completed form and documents to the relevant Special Branch Regional Office during the given application dates.

What is the test pattern for most posts?

Most posts carry a 100-mark test with 50 marks for general subjects and 50 marks for the technical portion. Candidates must secure the required 40% passing marks and also qualify both portions separately.

Is the Canine Handler test different from other posts?

Yes, the Canine Handler BS-05 test has a separate pattern. It includes MCQs related to canine handling and a practical portion covering canine training, handling, vaccination, and care.

What happens after the written test?

Candidates who pass the written test will be shortlisted for interview in a 1:3 ratio. Those who qualify the interview will proceed to document verification, medical fitness, and any required background or security verification.