PPSC Child Protection Officer Jobs 2026 — 26 Vacancies BS-17 (Apply Now)

 

PPSC Child Protection Officer Jobs 2026 — 26 BS-17 Vacancies in Home Department Punjab

PPSC Lahore has officially announced 26 vacancies for the post of Child Protection Officer (BS-17) on a contract basis for a period of 3 years under the Child Protection & Welfare Bureau, Home Department, Government of Punjab. The last date to apply is 21 August 2026, and fresh candidates who meet the expanded eligibility criteria must submit their applications before the deadline. If you hold a Master's degree in any of the 40 notified Social Sciences subjects, this is your chance to secure a BS-17 position in Punjab's Home Department.

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⚡ Quick Summary

 

Detail	Information
Organization	Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC), Lahore
Department	Child Protection & Welfare Bureau, Home Department, Govt of Punjab
Post Name	Child Protection Officer
Pay Scale	BS-17 (Contract Basis — 3 Years)
Total Vacancies	26 Posts
Case Number	07-RB/2026
Advertisement No.	06/2026 (Published 31 May 2026 in Express & The Nation)
Modification Date	30 June 2026
Last Date to Apply	21 August 2026
Application Mode	Online via PPSC Official Portal
Apply Link	www.ppsc.gop.pk
Domicile	Punjab
Job Location	Punjab Province

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📅 Important Dates

 

Event	Date
Original Advertisement Published	31 May 2026
Qualification Criteria Modified	30 June 2026
Last Date for Fresh Applications	21 August 2026
Expected Test Date	To be announced by PPSC

⏰ Urgency Alert: Only 9 days left to apply! Don't wait until the last minute — submit your application well before 21 August 2026 to avoid server issues or document errors.

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🏥 Home Department Vacancies

Child Protection & Welfare Bureau

• Child Protection Officer (BS-17) — 26 Posts
• Contract basis for a period of 03 years
• Under Child Protection & Welfare Bureau (Appointment & Conditions of Service) Rules, 2015

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📝 Eligibility Criteria

 

Category	Requirement
Qualification	Master's Degree (Second Division) in any of the 40 Social Sciences subjects as notified by HEC vide Notification No. DD/SS&H/CDSSHP/List/2015 dated 03-02-2015, from a University recognized by HEC
Age Limit	As per PPSC / Home Department rules (typically 21-35 years with relaxations)
Experience	Not specified in modification (refer to original Ad 06/2026 for details)
Domicile	Punjab Province
Gender	Male & Female both eligible (unless restricted in original ad)

 

📋 Complete List of 40 Eligible Social Sciences Subjects

The Government of Punjab, Home Department has clarified that candidates possessing a Master's degree in any of the following 40 subjects shall be considered eligible:

 

Sr.	Subject	Sr.	Subject
1	Archaeology	21	Ethnography
2	Anthropology	22	Conservation Studies
3	Archival Studies	23	Religious Studies / Comparative Religion
4	Economics	24	Islamic Studies / Arabic Studies
5	Econometrics	25	Education
6	Disaster Economics	26	Special Education
7	Political Science	27	Law and Legislature
8	Public Administration	28	Home Economics
9	Defence & Strategic Studies	29	Pakistan Studies
10	International Relations	30	Peace & Conflict Studies
11	Psychology (Clinical, Industrial, Developmental)	31	Behavioral Sciences
12	Philosophy	32	Women and Gender Studies
13	Sociology	33	American Studies
14	Iqbal Studies / Iqbaliyat	34	Area Studies
15	Rural Development Studies	35	Development Studies
16	Social Work	36	Journalism
17	Criminology	37	Mass Communication
18	Library and Information Sciences	38	Media Studies
19	History	39	Rural / Urban Studies
20	Demography and Population Studies	40	Women Studies

 

✅ Good News: This is a major expansion from the originally advertised 8 subjects. Now candidates with degrees in Education, Law, Psychology, History, Islamic Studies, Political Science, Criminology, Journalism, and many more can apply!

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📤 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1.     Visit the PPSC Official Website

·       Go to www.ppsc.gop.pk

·       Click on "Online Apply" or navigate to the relevant job advertisement

2.     Create / Login to Your Account

·       New users must register with a valid CNIC, email, and mobile number

·       Existing users can log in with their credentials

3.     Select Case No. 07-RB/2026

·       Find the advertisement for Child Protection Officer (BS-17)

·       Carefully read all instructions before proceeding

4.     Fill the Application Form

·       Enter personal details, educational qualifications, and domicile information

·       Upload scanned copies of CNIC, degrees, domicile, and recent photograph

·       Double-check that your degree subject matches one of the 40 eligible subjects

5.     Pay the Application Fee & Submit

·       Deposit the fee as per PPSC fee schedule (usually via challan or online transfer)

·       Submit your application and print the confirmation page for your records

⚠️ Already Applied? Candidates who have already applied for these posts under the original advertisement need NOT apply again. Your previous application remains valid under the modified criteria.

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⚠️ Important Notes / Instructions

• Fresh candidates may apply on or before 21 August 2026 — no extensions expected
• All other conditions of the original Advertisement No. 06/2026 remain unchanged
• Degrees must be from an HEC-recognized university
• Only Second Division Master's degree holders are eligible
• The appointment is on a contract basis for 3 years
• Keep checking the PPSC website for test schedule, syllabus, and roll number slips
• Ensure your CNIC and educational documents are valid and error-free before submission
• No TA/DA will be admissible for test/interview

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the last date to apply for PPSC Child Protection Officer Jobs 2026?

The last date for fresh candidates to apply is 21 August 2026. Already applied candidates need not reapply.

Q2: Can females apply for Child Protection Officer BS-17 posts?

Yes, female candidates with Punjab domicile and the required qualification are eligible to apply, unless otherwise restricted in the original advertisement.

Q3: I have a Master's degree in Education. Am I eligible now?

Yes! Education is now included in the expanded list of 40 Social Sciences subjects. Previously, only 8 subjects were eligible. Check the full list above to confirm.

Q4: Is experience required for Child Protection Officer BS-17?

The modification notice does not mention experience requirements. Please refer to the original Advertisement No. 06/2026 for detailed experience criteria.

Q5: What is the pay scale for Child Protection Officer in PPSC?

The pay scale is BS-17 on a contract basis for a period of 3 years.

Q6: I already applied under the old criteria. Do I need to apply again?

No. The notice clearly states that candidates who have already applied need not apply again. Your application is valid under the modified criteria.

Q7: How do I know if my university degree is HEC-recognized?

Visit the HEC official website and check the list of recognized universities/degree-awarding institutions.

Q8: Can candidates from other provinces apply?

These posts are under the Punjab Government, so Punjab domicile is typically required. Please verify domicile requirements in the original advertisement.

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📥 Download Official Advertisement

• Official Source: Punjab Public Service Commission, Lahore
• Newspaper Publication Date: 05 August 2026
• Original Ad: Consolidated Advertisement No. 06/2026 (Published 31 May 2026)
• Modification Reference: Case No. 07-RB/2026, dated 30 June 2026
• Download PDF: Visit PPSC Website

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