The Sindh government has announced a major age relaxation for government job applicants, providing much-needed relief to thousands of candidates struggling with age restrictions. Led by Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah, the Sindh Cabinet has approved a relaxation of up to five years in the upper age limit for job seekers across various departments. This decision aims to address recruitment delays and offer greater employment opportunities to deserving candidates.
Sindh Government Jobs Age Relaxation – Key Highlights
- General candidates can avail up to two years of age relaxation from their respective department, with an additional five years granted by the Services, General Administration, and Coordination Department.
- Government employees with at least two years of service can receive five years of relaxation from their department.
- Widows, children of deceased civil servants, divorced women, and persons with disabilities are entitled to a five-year relaxation in the upper age limit.
- Exceptional cases such as medical issues, death of a parent, natural disasters, or recruitment bans will be assessed by special committees for additional age relaxation.
- A blanket age relaxation of up to five years has been approved for all government departments, except for the Sindh Police and positions filled through the Sindh Public Service Commission’s (SPSC) Combined Competitive Examination.
- The new rules will be effective from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2026.
Why Sindh Government Introduced Age Relaxation?
The hiring process in Sindh has faced long delays due to administrative issues, recruitment bans, and unforeseen circumstances. Many job seekers have missed opportunities simply because they exceeded the upper age limit before vacancies were announced. With this age relaxation policy, the Sindh government aims to provide fair chances to deserving applicants who have been affected by such delays.
How to Apply for Age Relaxation in Sindh Government Jobs?
If you are eligible for age relaxation under the new rules, you must:
- Submit an application to the relevant department mentioning the required relaxation.
- Provide supporting documents, such as a death certificate (for children of deceased civil servants), disability certificate, or any proof of exceptional circumstances.
- Wait for approval from the special committees assigned to review exceptional cases.
This Sindh government jobs age relaxation policy is a great relief for job seekers who have struggled with age limits due to recruitment delays. If you have been unable to apply for government jobs in Sindh because of age restrictions, now is your chance! Keep an eye on the official notifications from the Services, General Administration, and Coordination Department for further updates.
