Islamabad Federal Directorate of Archives Jobs 2025 Apply Online for Staff Posts

If you meant National Archives of Pakistan (often informally “Archives Directorate”) — here’s a structured job‑vacancy article for 2025 staff posts. If you meant a different “Federal Directorate of Archives,” please check and I’ll adjust accordingly.

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Basic Information

Organization	National Archives of Pakistan (Cabinet Division), Islamabad
Job Title	Staff Posts — Administrative, Clerical & Technical (e.g. Stenotypist, Cataloguer/Classifier, Data Entry Operator, Mender‑cum‑Binder, Dark‑Room Assistant, Records/Sorting Staff, etc.)
Vacancies	Multiple posts (see “Available Vacancies” below)
Location	Islamabad, Pakistan
Application Mode	According to Advertisement — often via application form download / submission (see “How to Apply”)
Employment Type	Full‑time / Permanent / Government service (as per department rules)

About the Organization

The National Archives of Pakistan is the federal government body responsible for preserving, archiving, and managing the country’s historical, administrative, and official records. It ensures documentation of government‑ and historically‑significant documents, works on classification, preservation, cataloguing, microfilming/photostating, binding and data entry, to safeguard national heritage. Through regular recruitment, the Archives maintains staff for clerical, technical, archival and administrative support roles. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Available Vacancies (Staff Posts 2025)

Stenotypist (BS‑14) — shorthand & typing-based clerical post
Cataloguer / Classifier — for sorting & cataloguing archival documents
Data Entry Operator — for digitizing records or data processing tasks
Mender‑cum‑Binder / Dark‑Room Assistant — for preservation, binding, and archival‑material maintenance
Lower‑Division / Upper‑Division Clerks — general clerical & administrative support
Laboratory / Technical Assistant — for technical tasks linked to archival maintenance
Support Staff (Records Sorter / File Sorter / Paper Sorter / Record Mender / Support Workers) — for handling, organizing, and maintaining archives

This list is based on recurring past postings and the 2025 announcement. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Eligibility Criteria

Education: Minimum Intermediate (or equivalent) for clerical/stenotypist roles; for technical/archival‑support roles, relevant vocational or secondary qualification; for cataloguing or clerical staff higher secondary or as per advertisement. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Skills: For Stenotypist: shorthand speed (e.g. ~80 w.p.m.) and typing proficiency (~40 w.p.m.), basic computer literacy. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
Age Limit: For certain posts like Stenotypist — 18 to 25 years (or as per quota/relaxation). :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
Citizenship / Domicile: Pakistani citizen; domicile/region eligibility as per advertisement quota (open merit / provincial quotas). :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Other Requirements: Honesty, discipline, ability to handle archival records, willingness to follow archival‑management procedures, possibly good organizational skills, reliability and attention to detail.

How to Apply

Visit the official website of National Archives of Pakistan (archives.gov.pk) or check the advertisement notice for the application form. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
Download and print the prescribed application form (if offline) or use online submission method if specified. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Fill out the form carefully, attach required documents: educational certificate, CNIC, domicile certificate, passport-size photograph, relevant skills certificates (if needed). :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Submit the application form before the given deadline either online (if allowed) or by post / in person at the address given (often Block‑N, Pak Secretariat, Islamabad). :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
Keep a print/screenshot of application acknowledgement (if online) or receipt (if submitted physically). Wait for shortlisted candidates to be called for test/interview. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

Why Work Here

National Importance: Work with one of Pakistan’s key institutions safeguarding national history and records.
Job Stability: Government department with regular pay scales, long-term employment, and potential for promotions.
Varied Roles: Opportunities in clerical, technical, archival‑management, data entry, cataloguing — suitable for different skill sets.
Skill Development: Exposure to archival practices, document preservation, record management — useful for careers in library sciences, history, records management.
Public Service Value: Contribute to preserving national heritage and enabling access to historical and official documents for future generations.

Contact / Official Information

Organization	National Archives of Pakistan (Cabinet Division)
Address	Block‑N, Pak Secretariat, Red Zone, Islamabad, Islamabad Capital Territory, Pakistan
Website	archives.gov.pk
Email / Phone	As per advertisement or department listing (check archives.gov.pk for updated contact details)

Call to Action

If you are eligible and interested in a stable government job with an important archival institution, do not miss this chance. Visit the official Archives website today, download the application form (or apply online if available), prepare required documents, and submit your application before the deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can fresh school‑ or intermediate‑level qualified candidates apply?

Yes. For clerical or stenotypist roles (e.g. Stenotypist, Record Sorter, Data Entry Operator), intermediate or equivalent qualification may suffice. The key is to meet skill requirements (typing/shorthand/computer literacy).

Is there age limit for all posts?

Age limits — such as 18–25 years — are mentioned for certain clerical/entry‑level posts in current adverts. But age relaxation or different limits may apply for other posts as announced. Always check the official advertisement. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}

Are both male and female candidates eligible?

Yes — current listings indicate both male and female candidates can apply for eligible posts under open‑merit and quota basis. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}

How will the selection be made — test, interview, or both?

Usually selection involves a written test (especially for stenotypist/data‑entry) and/or interview/skill test depending on the position. Shortlisted candidates will be called as per schedule. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}

Where can I find the official advertisement and application form?

On the official website of National Archives of Pakistan (archives.gov.pk) or sometimes via public‑service portals / recruitment announcements. Always verify the authenticity of the advertisement before applying. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}