Lower Division Clerk, Store Man & Other Posts – 88 Ordnance Unit Okara Cantt 2026
Original Job Description
QUICK FACTS
- Organization: 88 Ordnance Unit, Central Ordnance Depot (COD), Pakistan Army, Okara Cantt
- Job Title(s): Lower Division Clerk (LDC), Assistant Store Keeper, Store Man, Driver (Civil), Painter (Civil), Carpenter (Civil), Leader Fireman, Fireman
- Location: Okara Cantt, Punjab, Pakistan
- Number of Posts: Approximately 30 total across all positions (LDC: 1, Assistant Store Keeper: 1, Store Man: 10, Driver Civil: 7, Painter Civil: 1, Carpenter Civil: 2, Leader Fireman: 1, Fireman: 6)
- BPS / Pay Scale: BPS 1 (Fireman), BPS 3 (Painter Civil, Carpenter Civil, Leader Fireman), BPS 4 (Driver Civil), BPS 7 (Store Man), BPS 9 (Assistant Store Keeper), BPS 11 (Lower Division Clerk)
- Age Limit: 18 to 30 years. Additional 3-year relaxation for candidates from Sindh, Balochistan, FATA, and AJK. Government employees get age relaxation as per applicable rules.
- Education Required: Primary, Middle, Matric, DAE depending on the post (see eligibility section for details)
- Experience Required: Varies by post — see eligibility section below
- Application Deadline: Approximately May 20, 2026 (15 days from date of publication on May 6, 2026 — verify exact date from the original newspaper advertisement)
- Application Method: By post — send application with complete documents to the Commanding Officer, 88 Ordnance Unit, Okara Cantt
- Advertisement No: Not specified in source advertisement
- Published Date: May 6, 2026
- Source: Daily Express Newspaper (May 6, 2026 edition)
Pakistan Army’s 88 Ordnance Unit at Okara Cantt has advertised around 30 civilian posts across eight different job titles, from Lower Division Clerk at BPS 11 down to Fireman at BPS 1. The advertisement was published on May 6, 2026 in Daily Express, and applications must reach the unit within 15 days of publication — so your window is short. If you are based in Punjab or hold domicile from one of the quota provinces listed, now is the time to move.
JOB OVERVIEW
These are permanent civilian posts within the Pakistan Army’s 88 Ordnance Unit, which operates under the Central Ordnance Depot (COD) system. The roles cover a range of functions including clerical work, store management, civil driving, carpentry, painting, and firefighting support. Posts at BPS 7 and above — Store Man, Assistant Store Keeper, and Lower Division Clerk — are filled on an all-Pakistan merit basis. Posts at BPS 1 to BPS 4 are filled on a local quota basis.
The largest single opening is for Store Man (BPS 7) with 10 posts distributed across provincial quotas: 5 Punjab, 1 Sindh Urban, 1 Sindh Rural, 1 KPK, 1 Balochistan, and 1 on merit. Driver (Civil) at BPS 4 has 7 posts on local quota. Fireman at BPS 1 has 6 posts. All other positions have 1 to 2 openings each.
The source advertisement confirms that a computer or NTS-type test will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before the interview stage. Candidates must note that no travelling allowance or daily allowance (TA/DA) will be paid for appearing in the test or interview.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Education:
Lower Division Clerk (BPS 11): Matric with 30 marks in typing, plus two of the following — National Registration Authority Certificate, MS Office, NADRA, or ITU/TTBI certification. Two skills from the mentioned list required.
Assistant Store Keeper (BPS 9): Matric with 6-month computer diploma in Applications Certificate. Two years of store-keeping experience from a government or approved institution required.
Store Man (BPS 7): Matric with 6-month computer diploma in Applications Certificate. Six months of experience in store-keeping from a government or approved institution required.
Driver (Civil) (BPS 4): Valid driving licence.
Painter (Civil) (BPS 3): Primary education with relevant trade experience.
Carpenter (Civil) (BPS 3): Primary education with relevant trade experience.
Leader Fireman (BPS 3): Primary education with 6 months of relevant trade experience.
Fireman (BPS 1): Primary education with relevant trade experience.
Age: 18 to 30 years. Candidates from Sindh, Balochistan, FATA, and AJK get an additional 3-year relaxation. Government employees are eligible for age relaxation as per applicable government rules.
Experience: Varies by post — see Education section above. Clerical and store posts require documented experience from a government or recognized institution. Trade posts require relevant field experience.
Domicile / Nationality: Merit posts (LDC, Assistant Store Keeper, and Store Man merit seats) are open nationally. Local quota posts (BPS 1 to BPS 4, and provincial quota Store Man seats) are filled as per the respective provincial or local domicile. Exact domicile requirements for each post should be verified from the original advertisement.
Gender: The source advertisement explicitly states that women, minorities, and disabled persons are eligible to apply in accordance with government rules.
Other Requirements: Candidates must apply on their own behalf — applications through intermediaries will not be entertained. A complete application must include bio-data, CV, copies of all educational and experience documents, and attested copies of CNIC. Applications must be sent directly to the Commanding Officer, 88 Ordnance Unit, Okara Cantt. Shortlisted candidates will be called for a computer or NTS test, followed by an interview. No TA/DA will be provided.
HOW TO APPLY
- Prepare your complete application package: bio-data, CV, attested copies of all educational certificates, experience certificates, CNIC, and any trade or skill certificates relevant to the post you are applying for.
- Ensure your application is for a specific post only. Apply on your own behalf — third-party submissions are not accepted per the advertisement.
- Address your application to: Commanding Officer, 88 Ordnance Unit, Okara Cantt. The contact number given in the advertisement is 0332-7442090 — you may use this to verify the mailing address before sending.
- Applications must be dispatched within 15 days of the advertisement’s publication date (May 6, 2026). Late applications will not be considered.
- After shortlisting, you will be called for a written or computer-based test. Passing this leads to an interview. No TA/DA will be paid for either stage — make arrangements accordingly.
- A valid National Identity Card (CNIC) is required. Attested copies must be included with the application.
- There is no mention of an online application portal in this advertisement. Do not rely on third-party job sites for submission. Send your physical application directly to the unit.
Always verify the latest instructions on the official advertisement before applying.
Nawa Verdict (archived)
Our original analysis of this role
WORTH APPLYING?
Conditional — worthwhile if you meet the domicile and educational requirements for a specific post, especially the Store Man or LDC roles which offer a more stable career entry at BPS 7 and BPS 11. Less attractive for higher-educated candidates due to the entry-level nature of most posts.
COMPETITION LEVEL:
High — Pakistan Army civilian posts consistently attract large numbers of applicants, even at BPS 1. With only around 30 total posts and a mix of national merit and local quota seats, competition will be stiff. Merit posts at BPS 9 and BPS 11 will see the most concentrated applications.
PAY AND BENEFITS:
The advertisement does not mention salary, allowances, or any other benefits. BPS pay scales are set by the government, but this ad gives you nothing specific to evaluate. Verify current BPS pay slabs from official government sources before deciding whether the pay justifies the application effort.
RED FLAGS:
The advertisement is missing an official advertisement number, which makes it harder to reference or track. The exact last date is not printed clearly — "within 15 days of publication" is used instead of a firm printed date, which creates room for confusion. No mention of accommodation, canteen facilities, or any other employment benefits you might expect from an Army unit posting. No online application option is offered, which limits reach but also means postal delays could disqualify your application. No TA/DA for test or interview is a real cost for outstation candidates applying on local or provincial quota.
HIDDEN BENEFITS:
The ad explicitly includes women, minorities, and persons with disabilities as eligible applicants — a positive signal regarding equal opportunity. Posts under Pakistan Army units generally carry institutional stability and on-time salary payments, even if those benefits are not stated in this particular advertisement. The provincial and local quota distribution for Store Man posts means candidates from smaller provinces like Balochistan and KPK face relatively lower competition for their designated seats.
BEST FOR:
Local candidates from Okara or nearby districts with Matric-level education and a computer diploma who want a stable government job at BPS 7 or above. Also suitable for trade workers — drivers, carpenters, painters, and firemen — who want to formalise their career within a government framework.