PIFD Lahore Teaching & Non-Teaching Jobs 2026 Apply Online

Job Overview

The Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design (PIFD), Lahore has announced Latest Jobs 2026 across teaching and non-teaching categories. These Government Jobs in Pakistan are open to qualified candidates, who can Apply Online by downloading the prescribed application form from the official website.

The vacancies cover faculty positions, administrative roles, technical staff and support staff at the Lahore campus as well as the Islamabad and Karachi campuses/centres.

Candidates from all provinces and regions can apply under the quotas defined in the advertisement.

About the Organization

PIFD is a degree-awarding institute chartered by the Government of Pakistan. It is based in Lahore and offers programs in fashion, textile, jewellery, leather and design-related disciplines.

The institute runs a School of Graduate Studies and undergraduate programs, and it also operates campuses/centres in Islamabad and Karachi.

Available Vacancies

Teaching Positions

• Associate Professor (BPS-20): 1 Open Merit, 1 KPK, 1 Sindh
• Assistant Professor (BPS-19), School of Graduate Studies: 2 Open Merit, 1 Balochistan, 1 Sindh
• Lecturer (BPS-18), School of Graduate Studies: 2 Open Merit, 1 Balochistan, 1 Sindh
• Assistant Professor (BPS-19), Undergraduate Programs: 6 Open Merit, 2 Balochistan, 2 Sindh
• Lecturer (BPS-18), Undergraduate Programs: 18 Open Merit, 5 Balochistan, 5 Sindh
• Teaching Associate (BPS-17): 9 Open Merit, 4 Balochistan, 4 Sindh, 2 KPK
• Visiting Faculty: various departments, for two semesters

Non-Teaching Positions

• Course Coordinator (BPS-19/20): one for each field, Open Merit
• Director Internationalization: 1 Open Merit
• Deputy Course Coordinator (BPS-18): one for each province/region
• Deputy Treasurer (BPS-18): 1 Open Merit
• Budget and Finance Officer (BPS-18): 1 Open Merit
• Deputy Director Quality Enhancement Cell (BPS-18): 1 Open Merit
• Security Officer: 1 Open Merit
• Assistant (BPS-15): 1 Balochistan, 1 Sindh
• Assistant Purchase/Procurement (BPS-15): 1 FATA
• Library Assistant (BPS-15): 1 FATA
• Junior Clerk (BPS-11): 3 Open Merit
• Lab Technician (Computer): 1 Balochistan, 1 Sindh
• Handcraft Technical Assistant: 1 Open Merit
• Leather Garment and Apparel Technician: 1 Open Merit
• Security Guard: 1 Open Merit, 1 Gilgit Baltistan
• Library Attendant: 1 Open Merit

Islamabad and Karachi Campuses/Centres

• Assistant Professor, Fashion Design (Islamabad): 1 Open Merit
• Lecturer, Fashion Design (Islamabad): 1 Open Merit, 1 KPK
• Junior Clerk (Islamabad): 1 Open Merit
• Visiting Faculty, Textile Design and Fashion Design (Karachi)

Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must meet the minimum qualification and experience for the post they apply for.
• Publication requirements apply to certain posts, where specified.
• Detailed criteria are available at www.pifd.edu.pk.
• Candidates already in government service must apply through proper channel and submit an NOC.

Education Requirements

• Graduate Studies posts: PhD in Design or Master in Design (M.Des), Art and Design.
• Undergraduate posts: relevant fields such as Furniture Design, Fashion Marketing, Textile Design, Fashion Design, Interior Design, Leather Accessories and Footwear, and Visual Arts.
• Visiting Faculty: as per the PIFD Faculty Appointment Criteria.
• Other posts: as per the detailed qualifications on the PIFD website.

Experience Requirements

Experience requirements vary by post. Candidates should check the detailed minimum qualification and experience criteria at www.pifd.edu.pk before applying.

Age Limit

The age limit is not mentioned in the advertisement. Candidates should check the PIFD website for details.

Salary & Benefits

Salary is as per policy, with posts classified under BPS-11 to BPS-20 equivalent scales as noted in the advertisement.

No TA/DA will be paid for the test/interview.

How to Apply

1. Download the application form from www.pifd.edu.pk.
2. Fill in the form completely and attach a complete CV.
3. Pay the non-refundable application processing fee: Rs. 1500 for Sr. No. 1 and Rs. 2000 for Sr. No. 2,3,4,5,6,8,9,10,11,12,13,24,25. Rs. 1000 applies to Sr. No. 7,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,21,26,27, and Rs. 500 to Sr. No. 22. There is no fee for Sr. No. 23.
4. Pay the fee by online deposit (Habib Bank Limited, Islamic Bank, Expo Center Branch, Lahore, Account No. 5039-70002688-51), or by Pay Order/Demand Draft in favor of Pakistan Institute of Fashion and Design.
5. Attach the original deposit slip and attested copies of educational and experience documents.
6. Send the application to the Registrar, PIFD, 51-J/3, Johar Town, Lahore, so that it reaches by 2026-10-26.

Required Documents

• Completed application form
• Complete CV
• Original bank deposit slip, Pay Order or Demand Draft
• Attested copies of educational documents
• Attested copies of experience documents
• NOC, for government employees

Selection Process

• Only short-listed candidates will be called for the test/interview.
• Appointments will be made as per the prescribed provincial, regional, disabled persons, minorities and gender quotas.
• If no suitable candidate is available under a quota, the position will be filled on open merit.

Important Instructions

• Incomplete applications and applications received after the due date will not be entertained.
• Canvassing will disqualify an applicant.
• PIFD reserves the right to fill or not fill any post and to accept or reject any application without assigning any reason.

Important Dates

• Last Date to Apply: 2026-10-26

FAQs

Q1. What is the last date to apply for PIFD jobs 2026?

Applications must reach the Registrar by 2026-10-26.

Q2. Where can I download the PIFD application form?

The form is available at www.pifd.edu.pk.

Q3. What is the application processing fee?

The fee is Rs. 500, 1000, 1500 or 2000 depending on the post, and it is non-refundable. There is no fee for Library Attendant (Sr. No. 23).

Q4. Where should I send my application?

Send it to the Registrar, PIFD, 51-J/3, Johar Town, Lahore. The contact number is 042-99232951-57.

Q5. Are there jobs for Lecturer posts at PIFD?

Yes. Lecturer (BPS-18) posts are available in the School of Graduate Studies, the undergraduate programs and the Islamabad campus.

Q6. Can government employees apply?

Yes, through proper channel with an NOC.

Q7. Will TA/DA be paid for the interview?

No. TA/DA will not be paid for the test/interview.

Q8. Are there Visiting Faculty positions?

Yes. Visiting Faculty posts are offered for two semesters in several design fields, and in Textile Design and Fashion Design at the Karachi campus.

Conclusion

PIFD offers a wide range of teaching and non-teaching career opportunities across its campuses.

Prepare your documents and apply before 2026-10-26 to secure your position.