National Tariff Commission NTC Jobs September 2026

The National Tariff Commission has announced two contract based vacancies in Islamabad for an Econometric Expert or Economist and a Legal Assistant. Pakistani nationals who meet the relevant education and professional requirements can submit online applications through the National Jobs Portal.

One vacancy is available for each position. The official NJP listings show 8 October 2026 as the closing date for both jobs.

NTC Jobs 2026

The National Tariff Commission deals with matters relating to trade remedies, tariff protection and Pakistan’s international trade obligations. Its work includes anti dumping, countervailing and safeguard investigations as well as advice to the federal government on customs tariffs.

Available Positions

Econometric Expert or Economist

This position is intended for an experienced economics professional with a background in international trade, econometric analysis or applied economics.

Education Requirement

Applicants must possess a PhD, Master’s degree or equivalent qualification in Economics. Specialization should be in one of the following areas:

• International Trade
• Econometrics
• Applied Economics

The official listing does not identify a particular university or awarding country, but candidates should be prepared to provide recognized educational documents during the recruitment process.

Experience Requirement

Applicants need at least eight years of post qualification experience in applied economics or quantitative trade research.

Relevant experience may include:

• Assessing the impact of tariff changes
• Tariff analysis
• Injury analysis connected with trade remedial measures
• Quantitative trade studies
• Evaluation of sectoral competitiveness
• Research relating to productivity, value addition and consumer welfare

The vacancy also requires practical knowledge of statistical and economic modelling tools. These include Stata, R, Python or an equivalent platform, along with Computable General Equilibrium modelling through GTAP or GAMS. Familiarity with Partial Equilibrium modelling, EViews or SPSS is also required.

Candidates should also understand tariff optimization, export product development, technology transfer and methods used to measure the competitiveness of different economic sectors.

Legal Assistant

The Legal Assistant will support the Commission in litigation, legal research, drafting and matters connected with domestic and international trade law.

Education Requirement

Applicants must be graduates. Candidates holding a law degree from an institution recognized by the Higher Education Commission will be preferred.

The advertisement does not state that a law degree is compulsory. However, the nature of the duties makes a legal education and familiarity with court procedures particularly relevant.

Experience and Professional Skills

No minimum number of years of experience has been specified for the Legal Assistant position.

The selected candidate may be required to:

• Assist with replies, submissions, pleadings and other legal documents
• Support cases before courts, tribunals and appellate forums
• Maintain case diaries, litigation records and progress reports
• Research Pakistani and international trade laws
• Study WTO agreements and trade remedy systems
• Assist in drafting legal opinions, briefs, reports and memoranda
• Review legal aspects of anti dumping, countervailing duty and safeguard investigations
• Maintain case law, legal databases and research records

The official NJP listing confirms one contract vacancy for this position and gives 8 October 2026 as the application deadline.

Contract Period and Salary

Both appointments will initially be made for a period ranging from one to two years. Continuation after the first year will depend on performance and the Commission’s requirements.

A lump sum salary package will be offered. The advertisement does not provide a minimum or maximum salary amount. It states that the initial package will serve as the base salary for future annual revisions.

An annual increase ranging from 5 percent to 15 percent may be allowed based on satisfactory performance. Applicants should not treat this increase as automatic because it remains linked to performance assessment.

Required Documents

Applicants must complete the online form using accurate information. Original documents and attested copies may be required at different stages of recruitment.

Candidates should keep the following documents ready:

• CNIC
• Recent photograph
• Educational degrees and certificates
• Academic transcripts
• Experience certificates
• Professional or research credentials relevant to the position
• Any additional document requested by NTC or the National Jobs Portal

Providing incorrect, misleading or forged information may result in cancellation of the application. The Commission may also cancel an appointment if a document is later found to be false.

Job Advertisement

How to Apply for National Tariff Commission NTC Jobs 2026

Applications must be submitted online through the National Jobs Portal. The advertisement does not provide a postal application option.

1. Visit the official National Jobs Portal.
2. Create an NJP account or sign in to an existing account.
3. Open the relevant vacancy page.
4. Select either Econometric Expert or Economist, or Legal Assistant.
5. Complete the online application with correct academic and professional information.
6. Upload or provide the required documents and details requested by the portal.
7. Review the application before final submission.
8. Submit it no later than 8 October 2026.

Candidates applying for both posts should complete the application process for each vacancy separately.

Official Application Links

• Apply for Econometric Expert or Economist
• Apply for Legal Assistant
• View National Tariff Commission vacancies on NJP

Applicants should use only the official National Jobs Portal for online submission. JobDost.org provides vacancy information and is not involved in receiving or processing applications.

Application Deadline

The verified closing date is 8 October 2026 for both positions.

Important Instructions

• Only online applications submitted through NJP will be considered.
• Experience will be counted after completion of the required qualification.
• Applicants must provide correct and verifiable information.
• Original and attested documents may be checked during recruitment.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.
• No TA or DA will be paid.
• The application fee has not been specified.
• The advertisement does not state an age limit or a provincial quota.
• Candidates should verify the vacancy status on NJP before submitting an application.

Frequently Asked Questions

What positions are available at the National Tariff Commission?

NTC is recruiting one Econometric Expert or Economist and one Legal Assistant.

How many vacancies have been announced?

Two vacancies are available in total, with one opening for each position.

What is the last date to apply?

The official National Jobs Portal listings give 8 October 2026 as the closing date.

Can applications be sent by post?

No postal method is mentioned. Applications must be submitted online through the National Jobs Portal.

Is a law degree compulsory for the Legal Assistant position?

The minimum requirement is graduation. A law graduate from an HEC recognized institution will be preferred.

How much experience is required for the Economist position?

At least eight years of relevant post qualification experience is required.

Has a salary been announced?

NTC will offer a lump sum salary package, but the exact amount has not been published.

Is there an application fee?

No application fee is mentioned in the advertisement or the official NJP listings.

Is there an age limit?

The advertisement does not specify an age limit for either position.

Will there be a written test?

A written test is not mentioned. The advertisement confirms that shortlisted candidates will be called for an interview in Islamabad.