Punjab Enforcement & Regulatory Authority (PERA), Government of the Punjab, has announced Investigation Officer (IO) Jobs 2025 through a detailed advertisement. A total of 104 positions (BS‑11 + Special PERA Allowance) are available across all divisions of Punjab. This recruitment aims to induct qualified, dynamic and physically fit young men and women to enforce special laws and improve regulatory governance.
Investigation Officers will perform field investigations, inspections, evidence collection, reporting and enforcement duties under PERA’s mandate. The posts are open to candidates with a Bachelor’s (Honors) / 16 years education and strong physical standards. Recruitment is merit-based on a divisional quota, and postings can be anywhere in Punjab, preferably within the concerned division.
Applications are processed online via the Punjab Job Portal. Candidates must register, submit their details, pay the prescribed challan fee and then appear in physical and written tests. No age, education or physical standard relaxation is allowed, and government employees are not eligible.
Basic Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Punjab Enforcement & Regulatory Authority (PERA) |
| Post Title | Investigation Officer (IO) |
| Scale | BS‑11 + Special PERA Allowance |
| Total Vacancies | 104 |
| Job Type | Government, full-time |
| Posting Location | Anywhere in Punjab (division-wise posting) |
| Domicile | All Punjab (merit calculated divisionally) |
| Education Required | Bachelor’s (Honors) / 16 years education, min 2nd division, HEC-recognized |
| Age Limit | 22–28 years (no relaxation) |
| Physical Test | Mandatory for all candidates |
| Application Mode | Online via Punjab Job Portal |
| Portal | https://www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk |
| Salary (Estimated) | ~PKR 45,000–55,000 per month (BS‑11 + PERA allowance) |
Available Positions
- Investigation Officer (IO) – BS‑11 + Special PERA Allowance
- Total Seats: 104
- Division‑wise distribution (as per ad):
| Sr | Division | Districts Included | Posts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bahawalpur | Bahawalnagar, Bahawalpur, Rahim Yar Khan | 5 |
| 2 | DG Khan | DG Khan, Kot Addu, Layyah, Muzaffargarh, Rajanpur, Taunsa | 5 |
| 3 | Faisalabad | Chiniot, Faisalabad, Jhang, Toba Tek Singh | 9 |
| 4 | Gujranwala | Gujranwala, Narowal, Sialkot | 5 |
| 5 | Gujrat | Gujrat, Hafizabad, Mandi Bahauddin, Wazirabad | 9 |
| 6 | Lahore | Kasur, Lahore, Nankana Sahib, Sheikhupura | 7 |
| 7 | Multan | Khanewal, Lodhran, Multan, Vehari | 7 |
| 8 | Rawalpindi | Attock, Chakwal, Jhelum, Murree, Rawalpindi, Talagang | 12 |
| 9 | Sahiwal | Okara, Pakpattan, Sahiwal | 5 |
| 10 | Sargodha | Bhakkar, Khushab, Mianwali, Sargodha | 5 |
(Grand total 69 in this ad + 35 from earlier ad = 104 positions.)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (Honors) or equivalent (16 years education).
- Minimum 2nd division.
- Degree must be from an HEC-recognized university.
- Only final, completed degrees are accepted; result‑awaiting candidates are ineligible.
Physical Standards
For Males
- Height: Minimum 170 cm.
- BMI: 27.
- Chest: 34″ (unexpanded), 36″ (expanded) – at least 2″ expansion mandatory.
- Running: 1 mile in 8 minutes.
- Vision: 6/6 (with glasses allowed); color blindness not acceptable.
For Females
- Height: Minimum 160 cm.
- BMI: 27.
- Running: 1 mile in 12 minutes.
- Vision: 6/6; no color blindness.
Age Limit
- Minimum: 22 years.
- Maximum: 28 years.
- No relaxation in age, education or physical standards for any candidate, including government servants.
Who Cannot Apply
- Government employees / civil servants (explicitly not eligible).
- Candidates awaiting graduation results.
- Anyone not fulfilling physical, age or educational criteria.
Benefits of Working as PERA Investigation Officer
- Government BS‑11 post with job security and future promotion prospects.
- Special PERA allowance in addition to regular salary (approx. total PKR 45,000–55,000 per month).
- Opportunity to serve in a new provincial authority focusing on enforcement, regulation and good governance.
- Professional experience in law enforcement, inspections, investigations and field operations.
Contact Details
| Office / Authority | Details |
|---|---|
| Department | Punjab Enforcement & Regulatory Authority (PERA) |
| Address | Director (Admin & HRM), PERA, 10‑3 Arfa Software Technology Park, Ferozepur Road, Lahore |
| Official Website | https://www.pera.punjab.gov.pk |
| Email for Queries | [email protected] |
| Phone (from ad) | 042‑99000000 Ext 2222 (or as given) |
| Online Application Portal | https://www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk |
How To Apply (Step‑by‑Step)
- Register on Punjab Job Portal
- Visit https://www.jobs.punjab.gov.pk.
- Create an account with CNIC, email and password.
- Complete your profile with Matric, Inter and Graduation details, address and contact info.
- Apply for Investigation Officer Post
- Search for “Punjab Enforcement & Regulatory Authority – Investigation Officer (IO)”.
- Select the relevant division and submit the online application form.
- Upload Documents
- Upload:
- Recent passport-size photograph (JPG/PNG).
- CNIC, domicile, and educational certificates (Matric, Inter, Graduation).
- Optional: Police verification, driving license (if any).
- Upload:
- Pay Challan Fee
- Submit the form to generate PSID challan.
- Download and pay the fee at any bank via the Job Section of PSID.
- Without fee payment, application will not be accepted.
- Physical Test Slip & Test
- After fee verification, Physical Test Identification Slip will be available on the portal.
- Print it and bring it along with original documents on the physical test day (height, chest, running).
- Candidates clearing physical test will later appear in written test and then interview as per PERA schedule.
FAQs
Q1. What is the age limit for PERA Investigation Officer Jobs 2025?
A. Age must be between 22 and 28 years, with no relaxation for any category.
Q2. Are government employees allowed to apply?
A. No. Government servants are not eligible for these posts.
Q3. Is a simple BA/BSc enough?
A. Yes, if it is a 16‑year degree (Honors) or equivalent with at least 2nd division from an HEC‑recognized university.
Q4. Are there separate quotas for divisions?
A. Yes. Merit is prepared division-wise, and postings are preferably within the concerned division.
Q5. What are the physical requirements for males and females?
A. Males: 170 cm height, 34–36″ chest, 1 mile in 8 minutes.
Females: 160 cm height, 1 mile in 12 minutes. BMI must be 27; vision 6/6 and no color blindness.
Q6. How is the salary structured?
A. Basic BS‑11 pay (approx. 30,000–51,000) plus Special PERA Allowance (~10,000–15,000); total about PKR 45,000–55,000 per month.
Q7. What does the written test cover?
A. Around 100 MCQs in 90 minutes covering English, General Knowledge, Pakistan & Current Affairs, IT basics, Analytical Reasoning, Ethics and basic Enforcement concepts.
Q8. How will I know about test dates?
A. PERA/Punjab Job Portal will notify via SMS, email and website; candidates must regularly check their portal accounts.
If you share your age, height, division and degree, I can help you quickly evaluate your eligibility and suggest a preparation plan for the physical and written tests.