PESCO Jobs 2026 — Assistant Managers (Finance, Transmission & Planning, Demand Forecasting)

Overview

Peshawar Electric Supply Company (PESCO), a public sector utility enterprise functioning under the Ministry of Energy (Power Division), is hiring qualified professionals for its Market Implementation and Regulatory Affairs Department. The hiring process is administered through the Educational Testing and Evaluation Agency (ETEA) purely on a contract basis with a lump sum pay package and no permanent regularization in the future.

This recruitment drive offers professional opportunities for candidates seeking positions within PESCO's operational domain, headquartered in Peshawar. The advertisement and online registration portal opened on 15th October, 2026 via the official ETEA web platform.

Positions and vacancies

• Assistant Manager (Finance): 2 posts, BPS/scale not stated in the advertisement, Open quota, duty location anywhere under PESCO jurisdiction.
• Assistant Manager (Transmission & Planning): 1 post, BPS/scale not stated in the advertisement, Open quota, duty location anywhere under PESCO jurisdiction.
• Assistant Manager (Demand Forecasting): 1 post, BPS/scale not stated in the advertisement, Open quota, duty location anywhere under PESCO jurisdiction.

Eligibility and qualification

• Assistant Manager (Finance): Candidates must hold a minimum qualification of CA (Inter), CMA (Inter), ACCA (Member), M.Com, MBA (Finance), MBA, B.Com (Hons) 4-year course, or BBA Finance (Hons) 4-year course (or 4-year / 8-semester honors degree). At least 2 years of post-qualification experience in BPS-16 or equivalent in Audit and Accounts within a Government Department, Semi-Government Organization, Corporation, autonomous body, or reputable large public/commercial company is mandatory. Computer literacy is required. Applicants must have at least 3 years of total experience, including 1 year in the power sector if available. Understanding of bilateral contracts, bidding processes, and competitive electricity market knowledge is advantageous.
• Assistant Manager (Transmission & Planning): Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering from an HEC-recognized university. A minimum of 3 years of total experience is required, including 1 year in transmission planning if available. Applicants should understand 132-kV level transmission planning, capital budgeting, and project documentation.
• Assistant Manager (Demand Forecasting): Requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering from an HEC-recognized university. A minimum of 3 years total experience is required, including 1 year in demand forecasting if available. Candidates should understand medium-term demand forecasting and consolidation.

Age limit and other conditions

• Age limit: 21 to 33 years for all positions (general age relaxation is already incorporated). Scheduled Castes and Buddhists receive 3 years of relaxation. Government employees with 2 years of continuous service get 10 years of upper age relaxation.
• Gender and domicile: Gender is not specified in the notice; recruitment is under Open quota.
• Service terms: Purely contract-based on a lump sum salary with no future regularization. Appointees may be posted anywhere under PESCO jurisdiction.

How to apply

1. Access www.etea.edu.pk and complete the online application form.
2. Create an account on ETEA, print the e-Sahulat token, and verify your CNIC at any NADRA e-Sahulat Kiosk prior to submitting or paying fees.
3. Print the generated deposit slip containing your token number, project code, and candidate details.
4. Deposit the non-refundable test fee via OneLink.
5. Keep the stamped candidate copy of the deposit slip securely.
6. Do not send hard copies of documents to the ETEA office after submitting online.

Important dates

• Online application start date: 15th October, 2026
• Application deadline: 10th November, 2026
• Test and interview dates: Not stated in the advertisement; test details will be specified on Roll No. Slips.

Required documents

• Original academic and professional documents during the interview.
• Testimonial copies when requested by the appointing authority for screening test qualifiers.
• HEC equivalence certificate for foreign degree holders.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pay scale for these jobs?

The advertisement does not state a BPS scale; appointments are on a contract basis with lump sum pay.

How will test venue and date details be communicated?

ETEA will notify candidates via SMS to download their Roll No. Slips from www.etea.edu.pk.

Should I submit physical documents to ETEA by post?

No, document submission by post is not required at the time of applying online.

Is age relaxation available for government servants?

Yes, government servants with 2 years of continuous government service receive 10 years upper age relaxation.

Tips for applicants

• Carefully confirm that you meet all eligibility requirements before submitting your form.
• Complete and submit your online registration well before the closing date.
• Preserve printed copies of your application slip and bank deposit receipt for record keeping.
• Beware of fraudulent individuals claiming to offer employment in exchange for payment.