Hierarchy of Civil Services in Pakistan

HIERARCHY OF CIVIL SERVICES IN
PAKISTAN
Civil officials in Pakistan's federal government are classified into
numerous grades and positions. The particular titles, responsibilities, and
rankings may differ depending on the federal government's agency or
service. Here is a general summary of the civil service ranks in
Pakistan's federal government:
Senior Management Positions: (Grade 22)
This is the highest level of the federal civil service. Officers at this level
have senior positions in a variety of government departments and
agencies. Principal Secretaries, Chief Secretaries, and other critical
administrative posts may be available in Grade 22.
Higher Positions: (Grades 20-21)
These are senior positions in the civil service system, frequently with
leadership responsibilities. Commissioners, director general, Senior
Deputy Secretary and other high-level administrative positions are
among those available in Grade 20-21.
Mid Level Positions: (Grade 18-19)
Higher-ranking officers with more significant experience and skill are
included in this level. Deputy Directors, Superintendents of Police, and
Additional Deputy Commissioners are examples of posts in this range.
Mid Level Positions :(Grade 17)
Officers at this grade have greater responsibility and experience. Deputy
Directors, Deputy Superintendents of Police, and Assistant
Commissioners are all typical positions in Grade 17.
Entry Level Positions: (Grades 1-16)
Entry-level and mid-level positions are typically found in these grades.
Clerks, junior officers, and assistants are common positions in this
range. These grades are frequently regarded as lower and intermediate
management levels.
PRINCIPAL SECRETARY: (grade 22)

The Principal Secretary is a province's Chief Secretary, the highest-
ranking civil service position in the provincial government. Chief
Secretaries are typically chosen from the Pakistan Administrative
Service (PAS)'s most senior officers.
The following steps are involved in the selection process:
Candidates must have a distinguished career in the civil service,

particularly in the PAS, to be eligible.
 Federal Approval: The provincial government appoints a senior

officer to serve as Chief Secretary, and this appointment is
forwarded to the federal government's Establishment Division for
approval.
 Recommendation: The provincial cabinet and the Chief Minister

are involved in the nomination process.
 Formal Appointment: Following approval, the selected officer is
formally appointed as the Chief Secretary of the province by the
President of Pakistan, acting on the advice of the Prime Minister of
Pakistan.
FEDERAL SECRETARY: (grade 22)
The position of Federal Secretary is among the highest in the federal

civil service. Federal Secretaries are in charge of leading federal
government ministries and divisions. They are chosen for their seniority
and merit in the civil service, specifically the Pakistan Administrative
Service (PAS) and other relevant services. Nomination by the
Establishment Division is followed by approval from the federal
government and appointment by the President of Pakistan, acting on the
Prime Minister's advice.
INSPECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE:
In Pakistan, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) is IN CHARGE OF

Provincial and administrative police establishment and serves as a PPO.
This rank has a civil service grade of BSP 21 or 22.The IGP is chosen
from among senior police officers based on their qualifications and
experience. The procedure varies by province, but in general, the
provincial government recommends an officer for the position, and the
appointment is made by the provincial chief executive (e.g., the Chief
Minister). The officer chosen for the position typically has a
distinguished career in the police service and is well-suited to lead the
province's law enforcement agency.
DIRECTOR GENERAL: (grade 21)
The Director-General (DG) is the head of Pakistan's premier intelligence

service, the Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI), and is operationally
responsible for providing critical national security and intelligence
assessments to the government of Pakistan.
DGs are senior officers whose rank varies depending on the
organization's structure. They are frequently chosen on the basis of their
qualifications, experience, and seniority.
The appointment process typically begins with recommendations from
relevant government authorities, such as the federal or provincial
government, and is completed by the head of the respective department,
ministry, or organization.
COMMISSIONER OF ADMINISTRATIVE
DIVISIONS: (grade 20)
Divisional Commissioners were previously accountable to Members of

the Board of Revenue, but are now directly accountable to their
respective Chief Secretaries.
Their responsibilities typically include making strategic decisions,
implementing policies, managing resources, and ensuring the smooth
operation of the department or agency over which they have authority.
Depending on the area of government they oversee, commissioners may
have different titles, such as Commissioner of Education, Commissioner
of Health, or Commissioner of Public Safety.
DEPUTY COMMISSIONER: (grade 18)
In Pakistan, a deputy commissioner is the chief administrative officer,

land revenue officer/collector, and government representative in a
district or an administrative sub-unit of a division.
To be eligible for this position, you must have a bachelor's degree or
higher. However, the candidate must pass the CSS exams. May appoint
directly as Deputy Commissioner or may be promoted to Deputy
Commissioner from Assistant Commissioner.
ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER: (grade 17)
AC appointments in the field combine the functions of Sub-Divisional

Magistrate (SDM) and Assistant Collector (Land Revenue). As Assistant
Collector in his Sub-Division, he monitors and supervises Revenue
Administration. Monitor the prices of essential commodities in his Sub-
Division. Supervise and coordinate the implementation of government
policies with line departments. Assistant Commissioners are also in
charge of keeping in touch with the local community and addressing
their concerns.
ASSISTANT: (grade 16)
The responsibilities of an assistant typically include providing

administrative support, managing schedules, organizing tasks, and
assisting with various duties as needed by their superiors or team.
 STENOTYPIST :( grade 15)
A stenotypist is someone who uses a stenotype machine or shorthand to

convert spoken words into written text. Their primary responsibility is to
accurately and efficiently capture and document spoken information,
often in court, medical, or other professional settings.
JUNIOR CLERK: (grade 11)

A junior clerk's responsibilities typically include data entry, record
keeping, filing, basic administrative tasks, and providing assistance to
their superiors and colleagues. They contribute to office organization
and efficiency by performing clerical and administrative tasks.

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HIERARCHY OF CIVIL SERVICES IN

PRINCIPAL SECRETARY: (grade 22)

The following steps are involved in the selection process:

Candidates must have a distinguished career in the civil service,

 Federal Approval: The provincial government appoints a senior

 Recommendation: The provincial cabinet and the Chief Minister

FEDERAL SECRETARY: (grade 22)

The position of Federal Secretary is among the highest in the federal

INSPECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE:

In Pakistan, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) is IN CHARGE OF

The Director-General (DG) is the head of Pakistan's premier intelligence

Divisional Commissioners were previously accountable to Members of

In Pakistan, a deputy commissioner is the chief administrative officer,

ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER: (grade 17)

AC appointments in the field combine the functions of Sub-Divisional

ASSISTANT: (grade 16)

The responsibilities of an assistant typically include providing

A stenotypist is someone who uses a stenotype machine or shorthand to

JUNIOR CLERK: (grade 11)

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