If you hold a Master’s degree in Social Sciences and are looking for a stable public sector career serving vulnerable children and families, the Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC), Lahore has issued an important partial modification to its earlier advertisement for 26 posts of Child Protection Officer (BS-17) in the Child Protection & Welfare Bureau, Home Department. This update clarifies and broadens the eligible qualifications for the post, so candidates who may have previously thought themselves ineligible should read this carefully.
This notice was published in Dunya on 07 August 2026, and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply before 21 August 2026. If you have a relevant Social Sciences degree and are ready to serve in a contract-based public welfare role, this is an opportunity worth pursuing seriously.
Job Basic Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) |
| Recruiting Department | Child Protection & Welfare Bureau, Home Department |
| Position | Child Protection Officer |
| Grade | BS-17 |
| Number of Posts | 26 (Twenty Six) |
| Job Type | Contract Basis (03 Years) |
| Location | Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan |
| Education | Master’s Degree in Social Sciences (Second Division) from a HEC-recognized university |
| Category | Government |
| Newspaper | Dunya |
| Original Advertisement | No. 06/2026, Sr. No. 71, Case No. 07-RB/2026 (published 31-05-2026 in Express and The Nation) |
| Posted Date | 07 August 2026 |
| Last Date | 21 August 2026 |
| Apply Online | ppsc.gop.pk |
About Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC)
The Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC) is the constitutional body responsible for recruiting qualified professionals to serve in the public sector departments of the Government of Punjab. Known for its transparent, merit-based selection process, PPSC conducts recruitment for a wide range of technical, administrative, and specialized government positions across the province.
This particular recruitment is being carried out on behalf of the Child Protection & Welfare Bureau, Home Department, Government of Punjab, an organization dedicated to safeguarding the rights and welfare of children across the province. Officers recruited under this drive will play a direct role in protecting vulnerable children and strengthening the province’s child welfare system.
Background: What This Notice Clarifies
This is a partial modification of Case No. 07-RB/2026, which was part of the Consolidated Advertisement No. 06/2026 originally published on 31 May 2026 in Express and The Nation. That advertisement invited applications for 26 posts of Child Protection Officer (BS-17) on a contract basis for a period of 03 years.
The Government of Punjab, Home Department, has now clarified — as of 30 June 2026 — that candidates holding a degree in any of forty (40) specific subjects falling within the discipline of Social Sciences, as notified by the Higher Education Commission (HEC), shall be considered eligible for these posts, in terms of the qualification prescribed under the Child Protection & Welfare Bureau (Appointment & Conditions of Service) Rules-2015.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Master’s Degree in Social Sciences — including Social Work, Sociology, Statistics, Economics, Mathematics, Journalism, or Mass Communication — with Second Division, from a university recognized by HEC
Clarified List of Eligible Social Sciences Subjects
As per HEC Notification No.DD/SS&H/CDSSHP/List/2015 dated 03-02-2015, candidates holding a degree in any of the following 40 subjects are eligible to apply:
| # | Subject | # | 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 (including 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 |
Candidates possessing a degree in any one of the above 40 subjects will now be considered eligible for the 26 posts of Child Protection Officer (BS-17), provided all other prescribed conditions are met.
Important Clarifications Regarding This Modification
- Only fresh candidates may apply on or before 21 August 2026
- All other conditions of the original Advertisement No. 06/2026 remain unchanged
- Candidates who have already applied for the above-mentioned posts under the original advertisement need not apply again
How to Apply
- Visit the official PPSC website: www.ppsc.gop.pk
- Review the full text of Consolidated Advertisement No. 06/2026 and this partial modification notice
- If you are a fresh applicant with a qualifying degree from the list above, complete the online application through the PPSC portal
- Ensure all required documents, including your degree certificate showing Second Division and subject discipline, are ready for upload/submission
- Submit your application before the deadline: 21 August 2026
- If you already applied under the original advertisement, no further action is required
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Job Advertisement
Required Documents
- Master’s Degree certificate/transcript (Second Division) in an eligible Social Sciences subject
- CNIC copy
- Domicile certificate
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Any other documents specified in the original Consolidated Advertisement No. 06/2026
Why This Modification Matters
This partial modification is significant because it widens the pool of eligible candidates for the 26 Child Protection Officer posts. Many candidates holding degrees in fields like Journalism, Mass Communication, Statistics, Economics, or Mathematics may not have realized their qualification could fall under the officially notified “Social Sciences” discipline as defined by HEC. This clarification removes that ambiguity and gives such candidates a fair opportunity to apply.
The Child Protection Officer (BS-17) role itself carries real social significance — officers appointed under the Child Protection & Welfare Bureau are directly involved in protecting at-risk children, coordinating welfare interventions, and supporting the implementation of child protection laws across Punjab. For Social Sciences graduates seeking a meaningful public sector career with direct social impact, this is a valuable opportunity.
With a deadline of 21 August 2026, fresh candidates should act promptly. Confirm your degree falls within the notified list of 40 subjects, prepare your documents, and apply through the PPSC portal without delay.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Re-applying if you have already submitted an application under the original Advertisement No. 06/2026 — this is not required and unnecessary
- Assuming your Social Sciences degree is ineligible without checking the full list of 40 notified subjects
- Submitting a degree without confirming it meets the Second Division requirement
- Missing the 21 August 2026 deadline for fresh applications
Contact Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Punjab Public Service Commission (PPSC), Lahore |
| Official Website | www.ppsc.gop.pk |
| UAN | 042-111-988-722 |
| Phone | 042-99200161, 99200162 |
| Case Reference | Case No. 07-RB/2026, Advertisement No. 06/2026 |
| Location | Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan |
Final Thoughts
The PPSC Child Protection Officer Jobs 2026 partial modification notice is good news for Social Sciences graduates across Punjab who may have previously been unsure of their eligibility. With a clarified list of 40 recognized subjects now confirmed by the Government of Punjab, more candidates than ever can apply for these 26 contract-based BS-17 posts in the Child Protection & Welfare Bureau.
If you hold a qualifying Social Sciences degree and have not yet applied, do not let the 21 August 2026 deadline pass. Visit www.ppsc.gop.pk, confirm your eligibility against the notified subject list, and submit your application today.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How do I apply for the PPSC Child Protection Officer Jobs 2026?
Fresh candidates can apply online through the official PPSC website at www.ppsc.gop.pk before the deadline.
2. What is the last date to apply?
Fresh candidates may apply on or before 21 August 2026.
3. What qualifications are required for this position?
A Master’s Degree in Social Sciences (Second Division) from an HEC-recognized university is required. This now includes any of the 40 subjects notified by HEC as falling within the Social Sciences discipline, such as Social Work, Sociology, Economics, Journalism, Mass Communication, and others listed in this notice.
4. I already applied under the original advertisement — do I need to apply again?
No. Candidates who have already applied for these posts under the original Advertisement No. 06/2026 need not apply again.
5. Has anything else changed besides the eligible subjects?
No. All other conditions of the original Consolidated Advertisement No. 06/2026 remain unchanged.
6. What is the nature of this position?
The Child Protection Officer (BS-17) post is offered on a contract basis for a period of 03 years under the Child Protection & Welfare Bureau, Home Department, Government of Punjab.
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