The Cantt Public Education System (CPES), under the Military Lands and Cantonments Department, Ministry of Defence, has announced job opportunities for the year 2026, inviting applications from eligible candidates for teaching and leadership positions at its campus in Karachi Cantt.
A total of 20 vacancies are available across various posts — Principal, Senior Wing and Junior Wing subject teachers, Nazara Teacher, Montessori Teacher/Directress, and Home Teacher. Applications are submitted through the careers portal or by email. Complete details of each post, eligibility criteria and the application process are given below.
Cantt Public Education System Karachi Jobs Details
| Organization | Cantt Public Education System (CPES), Karachi Cantt |
| Parent Department | Military Lands and Cantonments Department, Ministry of Defence |
| Sector | Government — Federal (Defence) / Education |
| Location | Karachi Cantt (Survey No. 185, Bizerta Line) |
| Total Vacancies | Twenty (20) |
| Qualification | Bachelor’s / Master’s with B.Ed or Montessori diploma (varies by post) |
| Age Limit | 25 to 55 years (varies by post) |
| Job Type | Contract (non-transferable) |
| Apply Method | Online via careers portal or by email |
| Website | careers.mlc.gov.pk |
| Last Date | 10 September 2026 |
About Cantt Public Education System (CPES)
The Cantt Public Education System (CPES) is a network of schools operating under the Military Lands and Cantonments Department of the Ministry of Defence. It provides quality education to students in cantonment areas across Pakistan. The current openings are for teaching and leadership staff at its Karachi Cantt campus, offered on a contract basis.
Available Vacancies
| Sr | Post | Wing / Category | Posts | Age Limit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Principal (SSC Level) — Female | Leadership | 1 | 30–55 years |
| 2 | Teacher (Physics) | Senior Wing | 1 | 30–55 years |
| 3 | Teacher (Chemistry) | Senior Wing | 1 | 30–55 years |
| 4 | Teacher (English) | Senior Wing | 1 | 30–55 years |
| 5 | Teacher (Biology) | Senior Wing | 1 | 30–55 years |
| 6 | Teacher (Math) | Senior Wing | 1 | 30–55 years |
| 7 | Teacher (Urdu) | Senior Wing | 1 | 30–55 years |
| 8 | Teacher (English) | Junior Wing | 1 | 25–55 years |
| 9 | Teacher (History / Geography) | Junior Wing | 1 | 25–55 years |
| 10 | Teacher (Math) | Junior Wing | 1 | 25–55 years |
| 11 | Teacher (Urdu) | Junior Wing | 1 | 25–55 years |
| 12 | Teacher (Science) | Junior Wing | 1 | 25–55 years |
| 13 | Teacher (Computer Science) | Junior Wing | 1 | 25–55 years |
| 14 | Teacher (Nazara) | Religious Studies | 1 | 30–55 years |
| 15 | Montessori Teacher / Directress | Montessori | 4 | 25–50 years |
| 16 | Teacher (Home Teacher) | Home Teaching | 2 | 25–55 years |
Eligibility Criteria for Cantt Public Education System (Karachi) Jobs 2026
1. Principal (SSC Level) — Female
- Qualification: MA/MSc/BS (16 years education); MS/M.Phil preferable; B.Ed mandatory.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years; experience as Principal/VP at SSC level preferable.
- Age Limit: 30 to 55 years.
2. Senior Wing Teachers (Physics, Chemistry, English, Biology, Math, Urdu)
- Qualification: MA/MSc/BS (16 years education) in the relevant subject; MS/M.Phil (18 years education) preferable; B.Ed/M.Ed preferably; IT skills (MS Office, PPT, Excel) mandatory.
- Experience: Minimum 3 years in a reputed school & college; experience as Principal/VP at SSC level preferable.
- Age Limit: 30 to 55 years.
3. Junior Wing Teachers (English, History/Geography, Math, Urdu, Science, Computer Science)
- Qualification: MA/MSc/BS (16 years education); BA/BSc (candidates may apply for backward areas); B.Ed mandatory (preferable for backward areas); IT skills (MS Office, PPT, Excel) mandatory.
- Experience: 3 years in a reputed institution.
- Age Limit: 25 to 55 years.
4. Teacher (Nazara)
- Qualification: BA (14 years education) in the relevant subject, or Shahadat Ul Aalmiya Fil Uloomal Arabia Wal Islamiya (16 years Sanad) from an HEC-affiliated Wafaq Ul Madarris.
- Experience: Minimum 2 years (mandatory).
- Age Limit: 30 to 55 years.
5. Montessori Teacher / Directress
- Qualification: MA/MSc/BS (16 years education); BA/BSc (candidates may apply for backward areas); a one-year Montessori Diploma (mandatory) from a recognized institution; IT skills (MS Office, PPT, Excel) mandatory.
- Experience: 2 years of Montessori-level teaching.
- Age Limit: 25 to 50 years.
6. Teacher (Home Teacher)
- Qualification: MA/MSc/BS (16 years education); BA/BSc (candidates may apply for backward areas); B.Ed mandatory (preferable for backward areas); IT skills (MS Office, PPT, Excel) mandatory.
- Experience: 3 years in a reputed institution.
- Age Limit: 25 to 55 years.
General Instructions
- Incomplete applications, or those submitted without following the proper procedure or after the deadline, will not be entertained.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be called for the written test and interview.
- Applicants must submit attested copies of CNIC and HEC-verified degrees at the time of interview.
- The posts are non-transferable, and the recruitment is on a contract basis.
- No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the test/interview.
- Details of the package can be obtained from the Karachi Cantt Board on 021-35640122 or 021-99332968.
- Upper age will be calculated from the closing date of application.
- Existing faculty members, if eligible as per criteria, may also apply.
- Individuals previously terminated or disengaged from any position/location in the Cantt Public Education System are not eligible.
- The Military Lands and Cantonments Department reserves the right to postpone or cancel the hiring process at any stage without assigning any reason.
Required Documents
- Completed application (through the career portal or email).
- Attested copy of CNIC.
- HEC-verified degrees / educational certificates.
- Experience certificates.
How to Apply
- Apply through the career portal at https://careers.mlc.gov.pk, or by email to [email protected].
- Ensure your application follows the proper procedure and includes the required information.
- Keep your attested CNIC and HEC-verified degrees ready to present at the interview.
- For package details or queries, contact the Karachi Cantt Board on 021-35640122 or 021-99332968.
- Applications must be submitted within 15 days of publication, on or before 10 September 2026.
Application Deadline
The last date for submission of applications is 10 September 2026. Incomplete or late applications will not be entertained, so candidates are advised to apply well in advance.
Contact Information
- Address: Education Directorate, Military Lands & Cantonments Department, Ministry of Defence, Pak Secretariat-II, Opposite Health Ways, Murree Road, Saddar, Rawalpindi Cantt
- Phone: 051-9274790 (Karachi Cantt Board: 021-35640122, 021-99332968)
- Apply Portal: https://careers.mlc.gov.pk
- Email: [email protected]

