Assistant Director (Legal) – Punjab Counter Narcotics Force (CNF)

The Punjab Counter Narcotics Force (CNF), operating under the Excise, Taxation & Narcotics Control Department, Government of the Punjab, has announced contract-based job opportunities for the position of Assistant Director (Legal). These positions are initially offered for three years (extendable) with a lump-sum pay package.

This role is ideal for qualified legal professionals who wish to contribute to drug control, narcotics prosecution, and enforcement of narcotics laws across Punjab.

Key Responsibilities

Provide legal assistance in narcotics control cases
Represent CNF in courts and legal proceedings
Assist in drafting legal documents, notices, and case files
Support prosecution under narcotics-related laws
Advise CNF on legal compliance and policy matters

Post Details

Post Name: Assistant Director (Legal)
Total Posts: 16
Pay Package: Rs. 273,132/- per month (lump-sum)
Job Type: Contract (3 years, extendable)
Department: Punjab Counter Narcotics Force (CNF)

Eligibility Criteria

Qualification:
- LLB Degree (minimum 2nd Division) from a recognized Higher Education Commission (HEC) university
Experience:
- Male: 5 years’ practice as an Advocate in High Court (preference to drug-related cases)
- Female: 3 years’ practice as an Advocate in High Court
Age Limit:
- Male: 30 to 45 years
- Female: 30 to 48 years
Gender: Male & Female
Domicile: Punjab
Place of Posting: Anywhere in Punjab

Selection Process

Written MCQs-based test
Interview at Lahore
Document verification
Final selection on merit

Test Syllabus

General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies, Current Affairs, Islamic Studies
English, Urdu, Everyday Science, Basic Mathematics
Computer Studies
Laws including:
- Punjab Control of Narcotics Substances Act, 2025
- Control of Narcotics Substances Act, 1997
- Qanoon-e-Shahadat Order, 1984
- Pakistan Penal Code
- Code of Criminal Procedure

This opportunity offers a prestigious legal career in a specialized law enforcement department dedicated to counter-narcotics operations and public safety.

Note: There is NO online application for this job. Applications are submitted by post / courier only.