The Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) Human Resource Directorate has officially announced direct recruitment for 173 technical, administrative, financial, and information technology positions across Basic Pay Scales (BPS-11 to BPS-17). The testing and screening process has been formally outsourced to the Open Testing Service (OTS).
Summary of Open Positions and Basic Pay Scales
This recruitment drive is part of LESCO’s institutional capacity-building initiative to modernize grid maintenance, bolster revenue recovery, and deploy advanced metering infrastructure across its urban and rural sub-divisions.
| Designation | BPS | Vacancies | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assistant Manager (Operations / Electrical) | BPS-17 | 42 | B.Sc. / B.E. Electrical Engineering (PEC Registered) |
| Assistant Manager (Computer Science / IT) | BPS-17 | 18 | BS-CS / Software Engineering / IT (16 Years) |
| Revenue Officer / Commercial Officer | BPS-17 | 25 | MBA / M.Com / BBA (Hons) / ACMA Inter |
| Junior Engineer / Sub-Engineer | BPS-14 | 56 | 3-Year DAE in Electrical / Electronic Technology |
| Audit Assistant & Accounts Assistant | BPS-15 | 32 | B.Com / BBA Finance / B.Sc. with Statistics |
Step-by-Step Application Process via OTS
Candidates seeking to apply must follow the prescribed online application procedure:
- Visit the OTS Web Portal: Navigate to
www.ots.org.pkand select the 'Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) - Recruitment Project 2026' link. - Fill the Online Registration Form: Complete your biodata, educational profile, PEC registration number (for engineers), and district domicile details.
- Download Bank Fee Challan: Generate the system-printed fee deposit slip (typically Rs. 400–600 depending on BPS grade) payable at any 1Link / 1Bill integrated banking app or HBL/Bank Alfalah branch.
- Dispatch Printed Form with Challan: Mail the signed hard copy along with original bank receipt and copies of CNIC/Degrees to the OTS Headquarters address in Islamabad before the closing deadline.
Written Test Pattern & Preparation Strategy
The OTS screening test comprises 100 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) to be completed in 120 minutes:
- Core Technical / Subject Knowledge (50%): Power systems, circuit analysis, NEPRA Grid Code, distribution transformers, and substation design.
- English Language Comprehension (20%): Grammar, sentence structure, active/passive voice, and professional reading comprehension.
- Analytical Reasoning & Quantitative Math (15%): Logic puzzles, data interpretation, arithmetic sequences, and basic algebra.
- General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies & Islamiat (15%): Contemporary national affairs, geography, Constitution of Pakistan basics.
Relevant LESCO Consumer Tools & Guides
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LESCO Load Shedding & Grid Directory
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Frequently Asked Questions on This Topic
What is the testing agency for LESCO 2026 recruitment?
All screening written tests, computer-based assessments, and roll number slips are managed exclusively by Open Testing Service (OTS) via its official portal (ots.org.pk).
What is the quota breakdown for candidates?
Vacancies are distributed strictly according to federal government quota rules: Punjab (Open Merit), Women Quota (10%), Minorities (5%), and Disabled Persons (2%), plus designated LESCO Employee Children quotas.
What is the maximum age limit and qualification required?
Age limits generally range from 18 to 30 years (with standard 5-year general age relaxation). Qualifications range from Matric/DAE for technical line staff to BSc Engineering/MBA/MS-CS for officer cadres.
Sources & Regulatory References:
- Paperpk Jobs: Official LESCO OTS Recruitment Advertisement (Ref: LESCO/HR/2026/08).
- Ideal Jobs Pakistan: Public sector power utility employment portal and syllabus overview.
Disclaimer: This article is produced for consumer informational purposes. All regulatory policy remains subject to official gazette notifications issued by NEPRA and the Ministry of Energy.