The Capital Development Authority (CDA), Islamabad, has announced exciting career opportunities for qualified, experienced and skilled professionals under its Capital Rescue initiative. According to the latest Situation Vacant advertisement, CDA is inviting online applications for multiple positions on a contract basis.

These CDA Jobs 2026 offer opportunities in engineering, architecture, urban planning, construction management, information technology, procurement, finance, accounts and administration.

A total of 35 categories of positions have been announced under different Project Pay Scales (PPS), including PPS-7, PPS-8, PPS-9, PPS-10 and PPS-11. Interested candidates possessing the required educational qualifications and professional experience can submit their applications through the official CDA recruitment portal.

CDA Jobs 2026 – Advertisement Details

Complete List of CDA Vacancies 2026

The following 35 categories of positions are included in the advertisement:

1. General Manager IPMU – PPS-11 (1 Post)
2. Chief Digital Officer – PPS-10 (1 Post)
3. Director One Window Operations – PPS-10 (1 Post)
4. Principal Staff Officer (PSO) – PPS-8 (1 Post)
5. Documentation Analyst – PPS-7 (1 Post)
6. Wing Lead – Design & Urban Engineering – PPS-10 (1 Post)
7. Digital Systems Officer (BIM/CAD) – PPS-9 (1 Post)
8. Principal Structural Engineer – PPS-9 (1 Post)
9. Principal Architect – PPS-9 (1 Post)
10. BIM Specialist / Senior CAD Designer – PPS-8 (2 Posts)
11. Quantity Surveyor (Buildings) – PPS-8 (2 Posts)
12. Principal Urban Transport Engineer – PPS-8 (1 Post)
13. Senior Hydrology & Drainage Specialist – PPS-8 (1 Post)
14. Senior Landscape Architect – PPS-8 (1 Post)
15. AutoCAD / GIS Specialist – PPS-7 (2 Posts)
16. Quantity Surveyor (Roads) – PPS-7 (1 Post)
17. Wing Lead – Project Execution – PPS-10 (1 Post)
18. Digital Systems Officer – Scheduling – PPS-9 (1 Post)
19. Delivery Lead – High-Rise & Institutional Buildings – PPS-9 (1 Post)
20. Site Delivery Engineer (Buildings) – PPS-8 (2 Posts)
21. Delivery Lead – Highways & Interchanges – PPS-9 (1 Post)
22. Site Delivery Engineer (Roads) – PPS-8 (2 Posts)
23. Delivery Lead – Urban Beautification – PPS-9 (1 Post)
24. Site Delivery Engineer (Urban Beautification) – PPS-8 (2 Posts)
25. Field Data Officer – PPS-7 (4 Posts)
26. Wing Lead – Procurement & Contracts – PPS-10 (1 Post)
27. Digital Systems Officer – E-Procurement – PPS-9 (1 Post)
28. Head of Contracts & Disputes Counsel – PPS-9 (1 Post)
29. Senior Procurement Lead – PPS-9 (4 Posts)
30. Tendering Analyst – PPS-8 (3 Posts)
31. Wing Lead – Finance & Concurrent Audit – PPS-10 (1 Post)
32. Digital Systems Officer – Finance – PPS-9 (1 Post)
33. Principal Accounts Officer – PPS-9 (1 Post)
34. Concurrent Audit Officer – PPS-8 (3 Posts)
35. Accounts & Documentation Analyst – PPS-7 (4 Posts)

Educational Qualifications and Experience

Candidates applying for CDA recruitment must possess qualifications relevant to their desired positions.

The advertisement includes opportunities for candidates holding:

• DAE in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
• Bachelor's degrees in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, Information Technology, Finance and other relevant disciplines.
• Master's degrees in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, Computer Science, Finance and related fields.
• Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CA, CFA, CIMA and CPA for relevant finance positions.

Most senior-level positions require 6 to 10 years of relevant post-qualification experience, while certain positions require 5 years. Experience in senior management positions, mega projects and leading renowned organizations is preferred or required as specified for individual posts.

The maximum age limit varies by position, generally ranging from 35 to 55 years.

Application Fee

Candidates are required to pay an application processing fee of Rs. 5,000 for each post.

The fee must be deposited online using the PSID or QR code through any banking app. The PSID or QR code will be generated after successfully submitting the online application.

How to Apply for CDA Jobs 2026?

Eligible candidates can follow these steps:

1. Visit the official CDA website: www.cda.gov.pk.
2. Open the Jobs section or visit the online recruitment portal.
3. Select the relevant vacancy and carefully read its eligibility requirements.
4. Complete the online application form.
5. Upload scanned copies of educational documents, experience certificates, recent photograph, CNIC and domicile.
6. Generate the PSID or QR code and pay the Rs. 5,000 application fee.
7. Submit your application within the prescribed deadline.

Official Application Portal: https://cda.gov.pk/jobs/

Email for Queries: cda.jobs@cda.gov.pk

Contact Number: 051-9252970

Important Instructions

• All applications must be submitted online.
• Incomplete applications will not be entertained.
• Age relaxation will be applicable according to government policy.
• CDA reserves the right to increase or decrease the number of vacancies or cancel the advertisement.
• Only shortlisted candidates meeting the eligibility criteria will be called for written tests, skill tests, physical tests or interviews, as applicable.
• No TA/DA will be admissible for appearing in the recruitment process.
• Original educational and experience documents must be presented at the time of interview.
• Government employees must submit an NOC from their respective departments along with their applications.

Last Date to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their online applications within 20 days from the date of publication of the advertisement. Candidates are advised not to wait until the closing date.

Conclusion

Capital Development Authority Jobs 2026 provide valuable career opportunities for experienced professionals seeking employment in Islamabad. With vacancies in engineering, IT, architecture, urban planning, procurement, finance and other departments, qualified candidates should review the complete advertisement and apply for suitable positions.

For further information and online registration, visit the official CDA website and complete your application before the deadline.