The Punjab Special Education Department has announced temporary teaching and specialist positions across several districts of Rawalpindi Division, including Attock, Jhelum, Chakwal, Talagang and Murree. The recruitment includes Junior Special Education Teachers, Senior Special Education Teachers and Speech Therapists in government special education institutions.
According to the provided recruitment details, the positions are available in Basic Pay Scale (BPS) 16 and BPS 17, with monthly honorariums of Rs40,000 and Rs45,000, respectively. Applications must reach the relevant special education institution by October 27, 2026. Candidates can submit their applications by hand or courier.
The appointments will be temporary, school-specific and non-transferable. The department has encouraged eligible candidates to apply, while noting that preference may be given to applicants with teaching experience.
District-Wise Vacancies
The recruitment covers multiple government special education schools and centres across the division. The advertised district totals are 32 positions in Attock, 10 in Jhelum, 24 in Chakwal and eight in Murree.
In Attock, vacancies are available at institutions in Attock city, Jand, Fateh Jang, Hazro, Hassanabdal and Pindi Gheb. The advertised positions include Junior and Senior Special Education Teachers specialising in hearing impairment, visual impairment, physical disability and mental challenges. A Speech Therapist position is also listed at the Government Special Education Centre in Fateh Jang.
In Jhelum, positions are available at government special education institutions in Jhelum, Dina, Pind Dadan Khan and Sohawa. The vacancies include Junior Special Education Teachers for hearing impairment, mental challenges, physical disability and visual impairment, as well as Senior Special Education Teachers.
In Chakwal and Talagang, openings are listed at institutions in Chakwal, Choa Saidan Shah, Lawa, Talagang and Kallar Kahar. The available roles include Junior and Senior Special Education Teachers across several specialisation areas.
In Murree, vacancies are available at the Government Special Education Centre in Murree and the centre in Kotli Sattian. The advertised roles include Junior Special Education Teachers and Senior Special Education Teachers specialising in physical disability, visual impairment and mental challenges.
Applicants should check the original vacancy notice to confirm the exact post, specialisation and number of seats available at their preferred institution.
Available Positions and Monthly Salary
The recruitment includes the following categories:
- Junior Special Education Teacher (BPS-16): Rs40,000 per month.
- Senior Special Education Teacher (BPS-17): Rs45,000 per month.
- Speech Therapist (BPS-17): Rs45,000 per month.
The advertised teaching specialisations include hearing impairment (H.I), visual impairment (V.I), physical disability (P.D) and mental challenges (M.C).
These appointments are temporary engagements rather than regular government jobs. The recruitment notice states that the engagement will last for nine months, excluding summer vacations, during the financial years 2025-26 and 2026-27, or until regular employees arrive, whichever occurs earlier.
The department will monitor attendance and performance. Engagement may be terminated with one month’s notice or payment in lieu of notice. The appointment does not provide a right to regular employment.
Eligibility Criteria for Junior Special Education Teachers
Candidates applying for Junior Special Education Teacher positions in BPS-16 generally need an MA or BS degree in Special Education with at least a second division or Grade C, specialising in the relevant disability category. An equivalent qualification from a Higher Education Commission-recognised university may also be accepted.
For Junior Special Education Teachers specialising in visual impairment, applicants must also possess a certificate of proficiency in Braille issued by the Directorate General of Special Education, Punjab.
The prescribed age range is 21 to 28 years, with the following age relaxations listed in the notice:
- Male candidates: Up to five years.
- Female candidates: Up to eight years.
- Persons with disabilities: Up to 15 years, subject to a disability certificate.
Applicants must meet the relevant academic, specialisation and age requirements.
Eligibility Criteria for Senior Teachers and Speech Therapists
Senior Special Education Teacher positions in BPS-17 generally require an MA, M.Ed. or BS degree in Special Education with at least a first division or Grade B, specialising in the relevant field.
Senior teachers specialising in visual impairment must also hold the prescribed Braille proficiency certificate. The stated age range and age relaxations are the same as those listed for junior positions.
For the Speech Therapist position, candidates must meet one of the specified qualification routes. These include an MA or BS in Special Education or an equivalent qualification alongside a one-year postgraduate diploma in Speech and Language Therapy, or a BSc (Hons) in Speech and Language Therapy or Pathology with at least a second division or an accepted equivalent qualification.
Candidates should consult the official recruitment notice to confirm the precise qualification requirements for each advertised post.
Documents Required for Application
Applicants must submit an application along with attested copies of the required documents. These include:
- Updated CV.
- CNIC.
- Domicile certificate.
- Academic certificates and degrees.
- Experience certificates, if available.
- Two passport-size photographs.
Candidates must ensure that their applications are complete and reach the concerned institution by the deadline. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
Applicants should also bring their original documents when appearing for an interview.
How to Apply for Punjab Special Education Jobs
Interested candidates must submit their applications by hand or courier to the relevant government special education institution where the vacancy is advertised.
The final date for applications is October 27, 2026. Applicants should select the appropriate institution and post according to their qualifications and specialisation.
The department has stated that interview details will be communicated through the arrangements described in the recruitment notice. Candidates should not rely on receiving a separate letter, SMS or email and should carefully note the published schedule.
Interview Schedule for 2026
Interviews are scheduled to begin in November 2026. The dates and venues listed in the notice are:
- Murree: November 2, 2026, at 10:00 AM, Government Special Education Centre Murree, Hill Dholoo, Jhika Gali.
- Attock: November 3, 2026, at 10:00 AM, Government Deaf and Defective Hearing School, People Colony, Attock.
- Jhelum: November 4, 2026, at 10:00 AM, Government Deaf and Defective Hearing School, Bilal Town, Jhelum.
- Chakwal and Talagang: November 5, 2026, at 10:00 AM, Government Deaf and Defective Hearing School, Tatral Road, Chakwal.
The recruitment process is being handled by the Special Education Department Rawalpindi Division through its hiring committee. The department reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of posts or cancel the recruitment process.
Eligible candidates interested in teaching students with special educational needs should review the vacancy details carefully and submit their applications before the October 27 deadline.
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