NACTA Jobs 2026 – National Counter Terrorism Authority

The National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA), Federal Government of Pakistan, has announced career opportunities for Pakistani nationals for various Junior Analyst and Data Scientist positions on contract basis. The vacancies are available in fields including cyber security, digital forensics, artificial intelligence, information operations, intelligence analysis, counter-financing of terrorism and data science.

The initial contract period is six months, with the advertisement stating that it is likely to become permanent on the basis of performance evaluation.

Available Positions

Position | BPS | Posts | Qualification / Experience | Age Limit | Quota

Junior Analyst (OSINT) | BS-17 | 1 | 16 years of education in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Security, Digital Forensics, Data Science, Software Engineering or equivalent from an HEC-approved institution. Experience in OSINT, SOCMINT, GEOINT, Threat Intelligence, Digital Investigations or Online Research preferred. | 35 years | Punjab = 1

Junior Analyst (Technical Investigation) | BS-17 | 1 | 16 years of education in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Digital Forensics, Software Engineering or equivalent from an HEC-approved institution. Experience in cyber investigations, malware analysis, digital forensics, network security, incident response or blockchain analysis preferred. | 35 years | Balochistan = 1

Junior Analyst (Information Operations Monitoring) | BS-17 | 1 | 16 years of education in International Relations, Media Studies, Mass Communication, Strategic Studies, Data Sciences or equivalent from an HEC-approved institution. Experience in information environment monitoring, influence operations, disinformation analysis, social media analytics, sentiment analysis, narrative tracking or digital campaign analysis preferred. | 35 years | Merit = 1

Junior Analyst (AI Automation & Tool Development) | BS-17 | 1 | 16 years of education in Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science, Machine Learning, Cyber Security or equivalent from an HEC-approved institution. Experience in Python, AI/ML model development, automation frameworks, LLMs, Generative AI, API integration, workflow automation, dashboards, data engineering or cybersecurity automation preferred. | 35 years | Punjab = 1

Junior Analyst (IFW) | BS-17 | 1 | 16 years of education in International Relations, Peace & Conflict Studies, Terrorism & Security Studies, Criminology, Psychology or Strategic Studies from an HEC-approved institution. | 35 years | Sindh (R) = 1

Junior Analyst (ORW) | BS-17 | 2 | 16 years of education in Social/Applied Sciences and Law, except MBA and Economics, from an HEC-approved institution. Experience in intelligence analysis and structured analytical techniques preferred. | 35 years | Sindh (R) = 1, Balochistan = 1

Junior Analyst (CFT) | BS-17 | 2 | 18 years of education in Banking, Finance, Economics, Commerce or MBA from an HEC-approved institution. Experience in financial investigations, financial monitoring, cryptocurrency ecosystems, blockchain technologies, data analytics and basic AI orientation preferred. | 35 years | Merit = 1, Ex-FATA = 1

Junior Analyst (AI) | BS-17 | 3 | 16 years of education in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Data Science or Cyber Security from an HEC-approved institution. Experience in developing and managing AI/software applications preferred. | 35 years | Punjab = 1, Sindh (U) = 1, Balochistan = 1

Jr. Data Scientist | BS-17 | 2 | 16 years of education in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Information Technology, Software Engineering, Data Science, Statistics, Engineering or related fields from an HEC-approved institution. Experience in predictive models, large datasets, LLMs, chatbots and related technologies preferred. | 35 years | Merit = 1, Sindh (U) = 1

Total | — | 14 | — | — | —

📌 Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be Pakistani nationals and possess the required educational qualification for the relevant position from an HEC-approved institution.

The general age limit shown in the advertisement is 30 + 5 = 35 years for all listed positions. Further age relaxation may be admissible under the Relaxation of Upper Age Limit Rules, 1993.

Candidates working in public sector departments or organizations must apply through the proper channel and provide a Departmental Permission Certificate at the time of interview.

Application Process

Eligible candidates are required to apply online through the National Jobs Portal (NJP).

Application Method | Online

Application Portal | njp.gov.pk

Last Date | 15 days from the date of publication of the advertisement

Hard Copy Application | Not accepted

Multiple Posts | Separate online application required for each post

Candidates applying for more than one position must submit a separate online application for each post.

Documents Required

Candidates called for interview must bring their original educational, domicile and experience certificates along with one set of attested copies of all documents.

Public sector employees must also bring their Departmental Permission Certificate from their respective department/employer.

Important Details

Organization | National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA)

Sector | Federal Government

Location | Islamabad

Job Type | Contract

Initial Contract Period | 6 Months

Contract Status | Likely to be permanent on the basis of performance evaluation

Total Posts | 14

BPS | BS-17

📌 Age Limit | 35 years including 5 years general age relaxation

Application Method | Online

Application Portal | National Jobs Portal (NJP)

Last Date | 15 days from advertisement publication

Test / Interview | Only shortlisted candidates will be called

Screening / Skill Test | Where required, as per Federal Government Recruitment Policy

TA/DA | Not admissible

Security Clearance | Required for final appointment

General Instructions

The information provided in the online application will be verified. False or forged information may result in cancellation of candidature and legal action.

NACTA reserves the right to not fill any vacancy or to increase or decrease the number of vacancies according to circumstances at the time of final selection.

Only shortlisted candidates will be called for test/interview. Candidates may initially be allowed provisionally, subject to detailed scrutiny of their eligibility.

Finally selected candidates will be offered appointment subject to security clearance from the relevant authorities.

The minimum and maximum age will be calculated on the closing date for receipt of applications.

Contact Information

Organization | National Counter Terrorism Authority (NACTA)

Address | Khayaban-e-Suhrawardy, G-7/1, Islamabad

Contact | Director (HR/Admn)

Telephone | 051-9217113

Advertisement Reference | PID(I) 2559/2026

📌 How to Apply

Candidates should apply online through the National Jobs Portal at njp.gov.pk within 15 days from the date of publication of the advertisement. Applicants applying for multiple positions must submit a separate application for each post.

No manual or hard-copy application will be accepted.

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