Sindh Government Jobs 2026: Culture and Tourism Department Announces New Career Opportunities
The Government of Sindh has officially announced a range of exciting career opportunities within the Directorate General Antiquities & Archaeology Wing, under the Culture, Tourism, Antiquities & Archives Department. This recruitment drive aims to fill various technical and administrative positions for candidates holding a Sindh domicile.
If you are a graduate looking for a stable government career in the fields of heritage, information technology, or administration, this is a significant opportunity to serve the province.
Available Vacancies and Eligibility Criteria
The department is seeking qualified individuals for several specialized roles. Most positions require a graduation degree in the relevant field with at least a second division from a recognized university.
Technical & IT Roles (BPS-14):
Database Assistant: Requires a Graduation in Computer Science or IT.
IT Assistant: Requires a Graduation in Computer Science or IT.
Network Assistant: Requires a Graduation in Computer Science or IT.
QC Technician: Open to candidates with a BS in Engineering (minimum 2.5 GPA).
Chemical Assistant (BPS-11): Requires a B.Sc in Second Division.
Specialized Heritage & Arts Roles (BPS-14):
Antiquities Assistant: Requires Graduation in Archaeology or History.
Calligraphist: Requires a Fine Arts degree with experience in calligraphy.
Craft Assistant: Graduation in Fine Arts is mandatory.
Oriental Assistant: Graduation in General History with experience in archaeology.
Camera Man: Social Science graduates with training in photography and archiving.
Administrative & Support Roles:
Steno Typist (BPS-14): Graduate with shorthand (120 wpm) and typing (35 wpm) skills.
Warden (BPS-10): Graduation with proficiency in MS Office.
Guide & Guide Scouts (BPS-11): Graduation in Social Sciences.
Pesh Imam (BPS-12): Requires Graduation in Dars-e-Nizami (Hafiz-e-Quran).
Mandatory Requirement: The STS Screening Test[
A key requirement for these positions is the Sukkur IBA Testing Services (STS) General Screening Test.Applicants must have successfully passed the test for the “Graduation Category” with a minimum score of 40%. You must possess the official certificate issued by STS to be eligible for appointment to any of the aforementioned posts.
Age Limit and Relaxations
The standard age limit for these positions typically ranges between 18 and 30 years depending on the specific post. However, significant age relaxations are available according to the latest Sindh Government rules.
Candidates who applied for the screening test prior to the promulgation of the Sindh Civil Servants (Relaxation of Upper Age Limit) Rules 2024 may be eligible for an upper age relaxation of up to 15 years. General candidates can expect a relaxation of 5 years as per the prevailing government policy.
Important Application Guidelines
Domicile: Only candidates with a permanent residence (domicile) in Sindh Province are eligible to apply.
Quota: Appointments will follow the provincial quota policy for rural and urban areas, as well as reserved shares for women, minorities, and differently-abled persons.
Government Employees: Candidates already in government service must apply through the proper channel and provide a No Objection Certificate (NOC) during the interview phase.
Documentation: Shortlisted candidates must present original academic documents, the STS result card, and a valid domicile at the time of the interview.
How to Apply
Interested and eligible candidates are required to submit their applications electronically through the official Job Portal of the Government of Sindh. No manual or paper-based applications will be accepted at the department offices.
Ensure that your profile on the Sindh Job Portal is fully updated with accurate academic records and technical certifications. Only those candidates who meet the 40% threshold in the STS Graduation Category test will be considered for the shortlisting process.
Deadline: Applications must be submitted within 15 days of the publication of the advertisement. Given that the advertisement was released in early February 2026, candidates are advised to complete their submissions by February 17, 2026, to ensure they are considered for these prestigious provincial roles.
