No. BO1/FD/5-37/2024-25
18-March-2025
Finance Department, Government Of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
KPK Government Exempts NOC Requirement for Minority Quota Jobs:
The Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KPK) has taken a significant step to facilitate the recruitment process for minority quota positions by exempting the requirement of NOC/concurrence from the Finance Department. This decision was approved by the Honorable Chief Minister of KPK following a meeting chaired by Dr. Shoaib Suddle, Chairman of the One-Man Commission, on December 31, 2024.
This new policy aims to streamline the hiring process for minorities by eliminating bureaucratic hurdles that often delay recruitment. Previously, fresh appointments under the minority quota required approval from the Finance Department, which prolonged the process. With this exemption, departments can now directly proceed with hiring against the vacant sanctioned posts without waiting for additional approvals.
This initiative reflects the KP Government’s commitment to ensuring equal job opportunities and promoting inclusivity in public sector employment. All administrative secretaries, divisional commissioners, deputy commissioners, and heads of government bodies have been directed to strictly implement these new instructions. For further details, refer to the official notification below.
MOST IMMEDIATE
GOVERNMENT OF KHYBER PAKHTUNKHWA
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
Finance Department Civil Secretariat Peshawar
No. BO1/FD/5-37/2024-25 Dated Peshawar the 18/03/2025
To
The Senior Member, Board of Revenue, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The Additional Chief Secretary, P&D Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The Additional Chief Secretary Home Department, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
All Administrative Secretaries to Govt. of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
All Divisional Commissioners in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
All Deputy Commissioners in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
All Heads of Attached Departments Khyber Pakhtunkhwa,
The Registrar, Peshawar High Court, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
The Secretary, Provincial Assembly, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Peshawar
The Registrar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Service Tribunal, Peshawar.
The Secretary, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Public Service Commission, Peshawar.
12. All Heads of Autonomous/Semi-Autonomous Bodies/Entities in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
Subject: – MINUTES OF THE MEETING HELD ON 31.12.2024 UNDER THE CHAIRMANSHIP OF DR. SHOAIB SUDDLE, CHAIRMAN ONE MAN COMMISSION
Dear Sir,
I am directed to refer to the subject noted above and to state that in pursuance of approval of Hon’ble Chief Minister, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, the condition of NOC/concurrence of Finance Department is hereby exempted to the extent of quota reserved for minorities for fresh recruitments against the vacant sanctioned posts.
2. It is requested that the above instructions may kindly be adhered to in letter and spirit.
Yours faithfully,
BUDGET OFFICER-I
Strengthening Minority Rights: KP Government’s Inclusive Recruitment Reform:
The decision by the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Government to remove the NOC requirement for minority quota recruitment is a commendable step toward promoting equal employment opportunities. By easing bureaucratic constraints, the government ensures that vacant posts reserved for minorities are filled efficiently, providing them with greater access to public sector jobs.
This policy will accelerate the recruitment process, allowing various government departments and autonomous bodies to swiftly hire qualified candidates under the minority quota. The notification instructs all relevant authorities, including divisional commissioners, administrative secretaries, and deputy commissioners, to implement this directive in letter and spirit.
The move aligns with the government’s broader vision of inclusivity and equal rights, ensuring that minorities receive their rightful representation in public sector employment. This development will likely have a positive socio-economic impact, enabling underrepresented communities to benefit from stable government jobs.
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