NACTA Jobs 2026 are now open for talented Pakistani nationals. In fact, the National Counter Terrorism Authority wants to fill 14 contract posts in BS-17 at its Islamabad headquarters. Moreover, every vacancy sits in the analyst and data science stream.
Firstly, the contract runs for 06 months. Therefore, strong performance can turn the job permanent.
NACTA Jobs 2026 Overview
- Organisation: National Counter Terrorism Authority, Federal Government
- Total posts: 14
- Grade: BS-17 / BPS-17
- Location: Khayaban-e-Suhrawardy, G-7/1, Islamabad
- Last date: 15 days from publication, so roughly 3 October 2026
Available Posts and Number of Vacancies
- Junior Analyst (AI) – 3 posts
- Junior Analyst (ORW), (CFT) and Jr. Data Scientist – 2 posts each
- Junior Analyst (OSINT) – 1 post
- Junior Analyst (Technical Investigation) – 1 post
- Junior Analyst (Information Operations Monitoring) – 1 post
- Junior Analyst (AI Automation & Tool Development) – 1 post
- Junior Analyst (IFW) – 1 post
Qualification and Age Limit
Every post demands 16 years of education from an HEC approved institution. For example, the AI, OSINT and Data Scientist roles need Computer Science, Cyber Security or Data Science degrees. Meanwhile, the ORW, IFW and CFT seats suit graduates of Social Sciences, Law, Criminology, International Relations and Banking. Besides, the age limit stays 30 + 5 = 35 years.
Eligibility for NACTA Jobs 2026
- Firstly, the upper limit already carries the 5-year general age relaxation.
- Secondly, the authority counts your age on the closing date.
- In addition, public sector employees need a Departmental Permission Certificate.
- Also, the quota covers Punjab, Sindh, Balochistan, Merit and Ex-FATA seats.
- Finally, every appointment depends on security clearance.
How to Apply for NACTA Jobs 2026
- First of all, open the National Jobs Portal at njp.gov.pk.
- Next, build your profile and apply separately for each post.
- Then, keep original and attested documents ready for the interview.
- Note that NACTA accepts no manual or hard copy application.
- After that, simply wait, because the authority calls only shortlisted candidates.
Additionally, you can confirm the advertisement on the National Jobs Portal. Similarly, you can browse more latest government jobs on our site. Of course, the office also answers queries at 051-9217113.
Final Words
Overall, these vacancies suit young analysts who want a federal career in counter terrorism. So, apply online early. In short, the portal ignores every form that arrives after the closing date.