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FPSC Ad 3/2026 · Case 152

Professor (BS-⁠20), PIMS

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Job summary and details for case 152

Vacancies
6
Grade
BS-20
Department
PIMSIslamabad, Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination
MCQ test
12–19 Oct 2026MCQ test held
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The role

Job title
Professor
Department
Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS), Islamabad, Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination
Grade
BS-20temporary, likely to become permanent
Posting
Islamabad

Who can apply

up to 52 yearsplus general relaxation, up to the age of 55
  1. Option 1MBBS or equivalent Medical qualification recognized by PMDC.
  2. Option 2M.Sc. of a recognized University in case of Basic Science in the relevant subject (for non-medical graduates). (ii) D.Sc., Ph.D., FCPS., M.D., M.S., M.Phil etc. in the respective subjects. FCPS/ M.D. with D.P.H. (for Public Health Institutions only).
  3. Option 3Equivalent qualification recognized by PMDC.
  4. ExperiencePOST QUALIFICATION EXPERIENCE: Three years teaching experience as an Associate Professor in the respective subject provided that total experience as Associate Professor / Assistant Professor is not less than eight years in a postgraduate institute.
  5. ExperienceNine years as Assistant Professor or four years teaching experience as Associate Professor in under graduate institute provided that total experience as Assistant Professor/ Associate Professor is not less than twelve years in under graduate institute. RESEARCH: Must have produced at least two research papers during three years as Associate Professor provided that total research papers as Assistant Professor/ Associate Professor are not less than five.
  6. ExperienceAt least three research papers during Associate Professorship provided that total research papers as Assistant Professor/ Associate Professor are not less than seven if experience is in under Graduate Medical college.
Qualification and experience as FPSC prints them

i MBBS or equivalent Medical qualification recognized by PMDC. OR M.Sc. of a recognized University in case of Basic Science in the relevant subject (for non-medical graduates). ii D.Sc., Ph.D., FCPS., M.D., M.S., M.Phil etc. in the respective subjects. FCPS/ M.D. with D.P.H. (for Public Health Institutions only). OR Equivalent qualification recognized by PMDC. POST QUALIFICATION EXPERIENCE: Three years teaching experience as an Associate Professor in the respective subject provided that total experience as Assistant Professor / Associate Professor is not less than eight years in a postgraduate institute. OR Nine years as Assistant Professor or four years teaching experience as Associate Professor in under graduate institute provided that total experience as Assistant Professor/ Associate Professor is not less than twelve years in under graduate institute. RESEARCH: Must have produced at least two research papers during three years as Associate Professor provided that total research papers as Assistant Professor/ Associate Professor are not less than five. OR At least three research papers during Associate Professorship provided that total research papers as Assistant Professor/ Associate Professor are not less than seven if experience is in under Graduate Medical college. NOTE: (a) For all Basic Science subjects a non-medical is eligible provided a medical graduate with requisite qualification is not available. (b) For appointment as a Professor, candidates possessing a D.Sc. / Ph.D. degree, the thesis or major subjects/ courses should be related to the subject in which they are appointed. (c) Candidates without a basic medical qualification are eligible for appointment as Professor provided they possess at least D.Sc. / Ph.D. degree and provided a medical graduate with the requisite qualification is not available.

Categories 6 in this ad

Sr. No., Category, No. of Vacancies, Respective Subject / Specialties

  • Cardiac Surgery1 vacancy
  • Dermatology1 vacancy
  • Emergency Medicine1 vacancy
  • Neonatology1 vacancy
  • Peadiatric Surgery1 vacancy
  • Pulmonology1 vacancy

Total 6 vacancies

Notes from the ad

  • aFor all Basic Science subjects a non-medical is eligible provided a medical graduate with requisite qualification is not available.
  • bFor appointment as a Professor, candidates possessing a D.Sc. / Ph.D. degree, the thesis or major subjects/ courses should be related to the subject in which they are appointed.
  • cCandidates without a basic medical qualification are eligible for appointment as Professor provided they possess at least D.Sc. / Ph.D. degree and provided a medical graduate with the requisite qualification is not available.
  • iIn addition, any other equivalent qualification in relevant speciality recognized by PMDC.
  • iiCandidates must clearly indicate in their application form the category (A) to (F) for which they apply. Separate online application and separate fee be paid for each category.

Government servants: need a Departmental Permission Certificate (DPC) before applying.

Seats by region 6 in total

  • Sindh (Rural) (Open Merit)2
  • Sindh (Urban) (Open Merit)2
  • Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (Open Merit)2

Key dates and fee

Ad issued
11 Aug 2026
Applications
31 Aug 2026Closed
MCQ test
12–19 Oct 2026Held
Fee
Rs. 3,000BS-20 and above, paid online
How to apply
Online only, at fpsc.gov.pk

Checked 1 Nov 2026Source: FPSC Ad 3/2026Report a mistake

Syllabus

Syllabus & study topics

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Part-I100 Marks (MCQ) (For all categories)

English (40 Marks)
  • Comprehension
  • Grammar Usage
  • Vocabulary
  • Sentence Structuring
  • Sentence Correction
  • Grouping of Words
  • Pairs of Words
  • Idiomatic Phrases
  • Synonyms/ Antonyms
  • Translation
Constitution/Rules (60 Marks)
  • Constitution of Pakistan
  • Rules of Business
  • Civil Servants Act & rules made thereunder
  • General Financial Rules, 2025
  • Financial Management and Powers of Principal Accounting Officers Regulations, 2021

Cardiac Surgery

2 topics

Part-II(Professional): 100 Marks (MCQ)

  • Core Courses of MBBS (50 Marks)
  • Core courses of Specialization in Cardiac Surgery (50 Marks)

Dermatology

2 topics

Part-II(Professional): 100 Marks (MCQ)

  • Core Courses of MBBS (50 Marks)
  • Core courses of Specialization in Dermatology (50 Marks)

Emergency Medicine

2 topics

Part-II(Professional): 100 Marks (MCQ)

  • Core Courses of MBBS (50 Marks)
  • Core courses of Specialization in Emergency Medicine (50 Marks)

Neonatology

2 topics

Part-II(Professional): 100 Marks (MCQ)

  • Core Courses of MBBS (50 Marks)
  • Core courses of Specialization in Neonatology (50 Marks)

Pediatric Surgery

2 topics

Part-II(Professional): 100 Marks (MCQ)

  • Core Courses of MBBS (50 Marks)
  • Core courses of Specialization in Pediatric Surgery (50 Marks)

Pulmonology

2 topics

Part-II(Professional): 100 Marks (MCQ)

  • Core Courses of MBBS (50 Marks)
  • Core courses of Specialization in Pulmonology (50 Marks)

SourceOfficial syllabus (fpsc.gov.pk), page 69

Test pattern

How the test is marked

MCQs in total
200
Part-I
100
For all categories
Part-II (Professional)
100
One paper per specialty: Cardiac Surgery, Dermatology, Emergency Medicine, Neonatology, Pediatric Surgery, Pulmonology
Qualifying standard
50%
Per wrong answer
−0.25
Sources

Official documents for case 152

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Questions

Questions about case 152

When is the Professor test?

FPSC gives one date range for the whole of Ad 3/2026, not one per post. The MCQ tests were held 12–19 Oct 2026; at Peshawar and D.I. Khan the tests for some cases moved to 7–11 Nov 2026. FPSC publishes any change on its website, and we update this page when it does.

What is the test pattern for case 152?

200 MCQs (Part-I 100 marks, Part-II (Professional) 100 marks). The qualifying standard is 50%, and each wrong answer costs 0.25 marks.

Is there negative marking?

Yes, −0.25 per wrong answer, as printed in FPSC’s scheme for this case.

What is the age limit for Professor?

up to 52 years, plus general relaxation, up to the age of 55, as printed in Ad 3/2026. Check the official ad for any other relaxation that applies to you.

How many vacancies are there?

6 vacancies at PIMS, BS-20. Applications closed on 31 Aug 2026.

Is ExamPak the official source?

No. ExamPak is independent and not affiliated with FPSC. Always check ads, dates and results on fpsc.gov.pk. We link to the official document for every fact.