If you have been searching for Excise Taxation & Narcotics Control Department jobs in 2026, you have probably noticed one thing: every website shows a different date, a different number of posts and a different province. It is confusing, and honestly a bit stressful when you are trying to decide whether to apply.
So let me clear it up like I would for a friend. The Excise, Taxation & Narcotics Control Department hired a lot in 2026, but it does it province by province and in small rounds (January, March, April, May, June), not in one big drive. As of 8 October 2026, I could not find a still-open advertisement, so this guide will show you what was announced this year, who is eligible, how applications worked, and how to be ready before the next ad appears.
Excise Taxation & Narcotics Control Department – Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Excise, Taxation & Narcotics Control Department (provincial) |
| Provinces Hiring in 2026 | Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| What It Does | Collects provincial taxes such as motor vehicle tax and property tax, enforces excise laws and controls narcotics |
| Punjab Official Website | excise.punjab.gov.pk |
| KPK Test Partner | ETEA |
| Sindh Application Portal | Sindh government job portal named in the ad (sindhjobs.gov.pk) |
| Posted by | Jobshah.com |
What Does This Department Actually Do?
Many applicants think “excise” means only police-style work. It is wider than that. The department collects provincial taxes and duties (motor vehicle tax, property tax, professional tax, excise duty and more), and the narcotics control wing enforces drug laws. That is why one department advertises such different posts: constables and inspectors for the field, computer operators and clerks for offices, and legal and IT experts for specialist work.
Excise Jobs Announced in 2026 – Province-Wise Summary
All of the windows below have now closed, but they show you exactly what kind of posts to expect next time.
| Province | Post | Approx. Posts | Last Date | How Applications Worked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sindh | Narcotics Control Constable | 707 | 23 June 2026 | Online, Sindh job portal |
| Khyber Pakhtunkhwa | ASI and Constable (including Joint Check Posts) | 119 | 20 June 2026 | Online through ETEA |
| Punjab | Excise and Taxation Constable (BS-05) | 198 | 11 May 2026 | By post or hand, as reported |
| Punjab | Counter Narcotics Force contract posts (legal and IT) | About 48 | 8 May 2026 | By post or hand to CNF headquarters, Lahore |
| Punjab | Lady Constable, Counter Narcotics Force | 60 | 8 April 2026 | Application form submitted to CNF headquarters |
| Sindh | Narcotics Inspector and Assistant Narcotics Control Inspector | Reported counts vary | 16 to 17 April 2026 | Online, Sindh job portal |
| Sindh | Inspector, Junior Clerk, Computer Operator and others | Smaller rounds | January 2026 | Online |
A quick warning: the number of posts differs between websites for some Sindh ads, so always count from the official advertisement, not from a blog.
Eligibility: Education and Age
| Post | Education | Age |
|---|---|---|
| Narcotics Control Constable (Sindh) | Intermediate | 18 to 28 years |
| Narcotics Inspector and Assistant Inspector (Sindh) | 16-year degree (Bachelor’s) | 21 to 28 years |
| ASI (KPK) | Intermediate or Matric, depending on the post | 18 to 32 years for one ASI category, 18 to 30 for the others |
| Constable (KPK) | Matric | 18 to 30 years |
| Punjab specialist and contract posts | As per advertisement (legal, IT and similar) | As per advertisement |
Domicile matters a lot here. Punjab ads usually say Punjab domicile only, Sindh ads require Sindh domicile with rural and urban quotas, and KPK ads need KPK domicile. If you need help with the Sindh paper, read how to get a domicile certificate in Hyderabad, Sindh.
Government and semi-government employees must apply through proper channel and bring an NOC, as stated in the department’s ads.
Physical Standards for Field Posts
For uniformed and field posts, expect a physical test. In one of the Sindh narcotics inspector ads reported this year, male candidates needed a minimum height of 5 feet 5 inches, a 33-inch chest with 1.5 inches of expansion, and had to run a mile in 8 minutes, while female candidates needed a minimum height of 5 feet 2 inches. Standards differ by post and province, so check your own advertisement and start running now.
How to Apply (Step by Step)
For Punjab posts
- Watch excise.punjab.gov.pk and the Daily newspapers for the advertisement.
- Download the form if it is offered, or prepare a clear application with attested documents.
- Send it by post or hand it over to the address given in the advertisement before the last date.
- For contract posts in the Counter Narcotics Force, a non-refundable fee of Rs. 1,000 was required in one of this year’s ads, in favour of the Deputy Director (Admin), along with the application.
- Test and interview schedules are uploaded on the department website at least seven days before the date.
For Sindh posts
- Create your profile on the Sindh government job portal named in the advertisement.
- Select the post and fill in the form.
- Upload your CNIC, domicile and degrees.
- Submit within 30 days of the advertisement and save your confirmation.
For KPK posts
- Register on the ETEA website.
- Apply for your post under your domicile quota.
- Pay the fee through the channel given in the ad.
- Download your roll number slip when ETEA releases it.
Documents to Keep Ready
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| CNIC | Clear copy |
| Domicile | Of the province and district you are applying under |
| Educational certificates | Attested copies |
| Photographs | Recent passport size |
| Character certificate | See what a character certificate is |
| NOC | If you are already in government service |
| Shooting certificate | For some Sindh constable posts, as stated in the ad |
Salary and Pay Scales
Posts range from BS-05 for Constable up to BS-14 for Inspector and above for officer grades, and Counter Narcotics Force contract posts are paid on a lump-sum package. To see what each grade means, read our BPS pay scale guide.
How to Prepare for the Test
Most written tests for these posts are MCQ-based and cover General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies, Current Affairs, English, Urdu, Basic Maths and Everyday Science. Start with our FPSC test preparation MCQs 2026, and solve as many past papers as you can. If you are targeting Punjab officer-grade posts, also see PPSC Lahore Jobs and our guide on FPSC vs PPSC.
Also Check > Sindh Police Jobs – Latest Vacancies and How to Apply
For the interview stage, read how to pass a government job interview in Pakistan, and fix your CV with this CV guide.
Similar Government Jobs You Can Check
| Organization | Link |
|---|---|
| Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority | PERA Jobs |
| Federal Board of Revenue | FBR Jobs |
| Sindh Police | Sindh Police Jobs |
| All government vacancies | Government Jobs category |
| Uniformed services | Forces Jobs category |
Contact Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Excise, Taxation & Narcotics Control Department |
| Punjab CNF Address | 204-A Upper Mall Scheme, Scotch Corner, Lahore |
| Punjab CNF Phone (as printed in a reported advertisement) | 042-99205072 |
| Punjab Website | excise.punjab.gov.pk |
| KPK Testing Partner | etea.edu.pk |
| Job Listings | Jobshah.com |
Please confirm phone numbers and addresses on the official website before you send documents, as they can change.
Final Thoughts
The Excise, Taxation & Narcotics Control Department is a steady employer, and 2026 has already shown hundreds of constable, inspector and specialist posts across three provinces. The windows have closed for now, but this department advertises again and again, usually with only two to four weeks to apply. The candidates who succeed are the ones who already have their domicile, degrees, NOC and physical fitness sorted before the ad appears.
Bookmark Jobshah.com for new vacancies and preparation guides, and never pay anyone for a “guaranteed” excise job.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Are Excise Taxation & Narcotics Control Department jobs open now? I could not find a still-open advertisement as of 8 October 2026. The 2026 rounds in Punjab, Sindh and KPK have closed, so watch the official websites for the next ad.
2. How do I apply for Punjab Excise jobs? Punjab ads are published on excise.punjab.gov.pk, and in the 2026 rounds applications were sent by post or by hand to the address in the advertisement.
3. How do I apply for Sindh narcotics control jobs? Online through the Sindh government job portal named in the advertisement, usually within 30 days of publication.
4. How do I apply for KPK Excise ASI and Constable jobs? Online through ETEA, under KPK domicile.
5. What is the qualification for Narcotics Control Constable in Sindh? Intermediate, with an age limit of 18 to 28 years in the 2026 advertisement.
6. What is the qualification for Narcotics Inspector in Sindh? A 16-year Bachelor’s degree, and an age limit of 21 to 28 years in the 2026 ads.
7. Is domicile compulsory? Yes. Each province asks for its own domicile, and Sindh ads include rural and urban quotas.
8. Is there a physical test? For field and uniformed posts, yes. Height, chest and running standards vary by post, so read the advertisement carefully.
