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Deputy Director

BS-18 · Survey of Pakistan, Ministry of Defence · F.4-156/2026-R

The Deputy Director test is a 200-mark MCQ paper of 200 minutes, with negative marking of 0.25 per wrong answer. The pass rule for this post is 40% in each individual part. The paper structure, part by part, is below.

At a glance

Total marks
200
Duration (minutes)
200
Negative marking
0.25
per wrong answer
Sections
3
Pass mark: 40% in each individual part.

Paper structure

Part-I

100 marks · 50% of the paper

English

40 marks

  • Comprehension
  • Grammar Usage
  • Vocabulary
  • Sentence Structuring
  • Sentence Correction
  • Grouping of Words
  • Pairs of Words
  • Idiomatic Phrases
  • Synonyms/Antonyms
  • Translation

General Intelligence/Ability

60 marks

  • Basic Arithmetic/Quantitative Ability (Algebra, Ratios, Percentages, Arithmetic Means)
  • Logical Reasoning and Analytical Ability
  • Current Affairs (Developments at National and International Levels in last 2 years)
  • Pakistan Affairs (Basic Level knowledge)
  • Basic IT (Hardware and Software)

Part-II

100 marks · 50% of the paper

Professional Test

100 marks

  • Geographical Information SystemDefinitions, key components, functional subsystem, Raster data model, vector data model, attribute data model, Data acquisition techniques, data sources, data capturing techniques and procedures, data transformation, visualization of spatial data, layers and projections and datums Map design: symbols to portray points, lines, polygons and volumes, graphic variables, visual hierarchy, Data classification graphic approach, mathematical approach; Spatial analysis: neighbourhood functions, network, and overlay analysis, buffering, spatial data quality: components of data quality, micro level components, macro level components, usage components, sources of errors, accuracy and resolution and uncertainty
  • Remote SensingHistory and Development; Concepts and Foundation of Remote Sensing; Electromagnetic spectrum; Types of Remote Sensing Systems; Types of Satellites; Ground Receiving Stations (Reception of Data); Remote Sensing in Pakistan: Potential and Prospects
  • Land SurveyingInstrumental survey and records; Surveying using the following instruments; Chain survey; Prismatic Compass; Determination of heights and slopes with Abney Level; Contouring by Indian Clinometer; Use of Dumpy level and Theodolite; Total station; Global Positioning System (GPS)
  • Human Resource and Financial ManagementDefinition, Significance and Scope of Human Resource Management; Approaches to Human Resource Management; Personnel Administration—Tools of Personnel Management: Selection, Communication Channels and Principles of Public Relations; Elements of Financial Administration, Principles of Budgeting
  • Basic Concept of Quality ManagementISO-9000, ISO-13000, other certifications regarding quality measurement; management, management for Results, Setting Performance Goals and Targets; Job Analysis: Job Description, Job Specification, Performance Evaluation

About the post

Case number
F.4-156/2026-R
Vacancies
1
Employment
Permanent
Age limit
35 years plus five (5) years general relaxation in upper age limit.
Domicile quota
Punjab (Women quota)
Place of posting
Anywhere in Pakistan.
Qualifications
M.Phil. degree in 'Remote Sensing & Geographical Information System' / 'Geospatial Science' from a University recognized by the HEC with three (03) years' post qualification experience in the field of Surveying / Mapping. OR Second Class or Grade 'C' Master's or Bachelor's (4 years' education) degree in Geography / Physics / Geophysics / Mathematics from a University recognized by the HEC with five (5) years' post qualification experience in the field of Surveying / Mapping. OR Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering / Geoinformatics / Geomatics (GIS/RS) from a University recognized by the HEC / PEC with five (5) years post qualification experience in the field of Surveying / Mapping.

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