FAST University jobs 2026 are open for teaching staff at its Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Chiniot-Faisalabad and Peshawar campuses. The National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences (FAST-NUCES) is hiring Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, Lecturers, Instructors and Lab Engineers. The last date to apply online is 25 October 2026.
| Organisation | National University of Computer and Emerging Sciences (FAST-NUCES) |
|---|---|
| Posts | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer, Instructor, Lab Engineer (varies by campus) |
| Campuses | Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Chiniot-Faisalabad, Peshawar |
| Qualification | PhD, MS, MBA or BS from a reputable university, depending on the post |
| Engineering posts | Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC) registration required |
| How to apply | Online only |
| Last date | 25 October 2026 (Sunday) |
| Official website | nu.edu.pk/career |
FAST NUCES faculty jobs by campus
Each campus has its own advertisement. The departments and posts below are taken from the official ads published on the university’s career page.
| Campus | Departments | Posts |
|---|---|---|
| Islamabad | Computing (AI and Data Science, Computer Science, Cyber Security, Software Engineering and more), Electrical and Computer Engineering, Management, English | Professor and Associate Professor (Management), Assistant Professor, Lecturer, Instructor, Lab Engineer |
| Lahore | Computing, Civil, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Management Sciences, Accounting and Finance, English and Linguistics, Islamic Studies | Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Lecturer, Instructor, Lab Engineer |
| Karachi | Computer Science, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, AI and Data Science, Management Sciences, Sciences and Humanities | Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, Senior Lecturer, Lecturer, Instructor |
| Chiniot-Faisalabad | Computer Science, Management Sciences, Computer Engineering | Assistant Professor, Lecturer |
| Peshawar | See the Peshawar campus listing on the career page | Faculty positions |
Eligibility for FAST University jobs 2026
- Degree: the ads ask for a PhD, MS, MBA or BS degree from a reputable university.
- Specialisation: your field should match one of the areas listed in the ad for that campus.
- Engineering posts: you must be registered with the Pakistan Engineering Council and hold the right PEC number (for example COMP or ELECT). The Lahore Electrical Engineering posts also ask for a CGPA of 3.00 or above.
- Experience: part-time jobs, apprenticeships and internships are not counted as work experience.
The full rules are in the Faculty Appointment and Promotion Criteria linked on the FAST career page. Read it before you choose a post, so you do not apply for a rank you are not yet eligible for.
How to apply for FAST NUCES jobs online
- Open the official career page at nu.edu.pk/career and choose your campus.
- Click “Read More” and download the campus advertisement to check the departments and posts.
- Click “Apply Now” to open the NU job application system.
- Fill in the online application and select the post and campus you want.
- Submit the form before 25 October 2026 and keep a copy of your application.
Only shortlisted candidates are called for a test or interview, so make sure your profile clearly shows the degree and experience the post asks for.
Salary and benefits
The ads do not state a fixed pay scale. They offer a market competitive salary along with hospitalisation insurance, employees provident fund, group life insurance and EOBI. The Lahore ad also mentions an in-house day care and medical centre.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last date to apply | 25 October 2026 |
| Test or interview | Not announced yet (shortlisted candidates only) |
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date for FAST University jobs 2026?
The last date for all five campuses is 25 October 2026.
Can I apply for FAST NUCES jobs by post?
No. The ads say to apply online through the university’s job portal at nu.edu.pk.
Can fresh BS graduates apply?
The ads list a BS degree among the accepted qualifications for some posts. Check the ad for your campus and department to see which posts are open to BS holders.
Looking for more openings? See the latest jobs in Pakistan on Great Pak Times, including AIOU jobs 2026.
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Source: FAST-NUCES Career page and campus advertisements. Checked 6 October 2026.