The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Forest and Wildlife Department has officially announced a new career opportunity for eligible candidates in the South Waziristan Wildlife Division Lower, including Sub-Division Darazinda (former FR Dera Ismail Khan). This opening is specifically advertised for a single post of Wildlife Watcher under the minority quota, offering a regular government service career path for qualified individuals belonging to the designated region.

Key Details and Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must carefully review the mandatory requirements before initiating their applications through the online recruitment portal. The process demands strict adherence to educational, physical, and administrative guidelines set by the department.

  • Hiring Organization: Forest and Wildlife Department, Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
  • City / Location: South Waziristan Lower and Sub-Division Darazinda (Former FR Dera Ismail Khan)
  • Number of Positions & Title: 01 Post of Wildlife Watcher (BPS-07, reserved strictly for Minority Candidates)
  • Salary / Pay Scale: BPS-07 (as per Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa regular pay rules)
  • Required Qualification: Intermediate (Second Division) with Matric (Science) Certificate in minimum Second Division
  • Age Limit: 18 to 30 years (with applicable upper age relaxation as per government rules)
  • Physical Standards: Height: 5 feet 6 inches; Chest: 34" to 36" with minimum expansion
  • Physical Fitness & Vision: Eyesight without glasses must be minimum vision in each eye [V6]; must complete a 2 km marathon race in 20 minutes in the first stage
  • Job Announcement Date: 4 August 2026
  • Online Portal Activation Date: 10 August 2026
  • Last Date to Apply: 20 August 2026
  • Apply Method / Official Link: Online via www.etea.edu.pk

Step-by-Step Application Procedure

The recruitment process is handled through the Educational and Testing Evaluation Agency (ETEA). Candidates must follow these steps precisely to ensure their applications are accepted:

  1. Visit the official ETEA website at www.etea.edu.pk starting from 10 August 2026 to create your candidate profile.
  2. Print the E-Sahulat Token from the ETEA portal and verify your CNIC number from any NADRA E-Sahulat franchise before submitting the form.
  3. Fill out the online application form completely and generate the prescribed deposit slip containing your Token Number, Project Code, and personal details.
  4. Deposit the non-refundable test fee using the EasyPaisa app/agent or any UBL Bank branch, and securely retain the original bank-stamped deposit slip.
  5. Do not dispatch hard copies of documents to the ETEA office at this initial stage; documents will only be requested from candidates who successfully pass the screening test.

Important Instructions for Candidates

All shortlisted candidates will receive test and interview updates via SMS on their registered mobile numbers. Applicants are strongly advised not to change or swap their mobile SIM cards until the entire recruitment process concludes. Furthermore, candidates must ensure their local domicile matches District South Waziristan Lower or Sub-Division Darazinda. Incomplete applications, forms submitted past the deadline of 20 August 2026, or failure to complete the NADRA E-Sahulat token verification will result in immediate disqualification. Prepare thoroughly for the physical endurance test and the written screening exam to secure your place in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Wildlife Department.