Divisional Public School Lahore Principal Job 2026 – Revised Notice Archive
Recruitment Overview
Divisional Public School & Intermediate College, Model Town Lahore, invited applications through its Board of Governors for the contract-based position of Principal. This page documents the revised June 2026 recruitment notice, which carried updated eligibility requirements and a closing date of 26 June 2026.
The position was intended for an experienced educational leader capable of serving as the academic and executive head of the institution while overseeing academic standards, administration, staff development and long-term institutional planning.
Recruitment Notice: Revised June 2026 Notice
Reported Newspaper: Jang
Recruitment Summary
| Position | Principal |
|---|---|
| Organization | Divisional Public School & Intermediate College Lahore |
| Recruiting Authority | Board of Governors, DPS Lahore |
| Location | Model Town, Lahore, Punjab |
| Sector | Education |
| Appointment | Contract-based |
| Contract Period | Initially 3 years, extendable subject to performance and mutual agreement |
| Notice | Revised June 2026 Principal Recruitment |
|---|---|
| Reported Newspaper | Jang |
| Closing Date | 26 June 2026 — Closed |
| Monthly Salary | Rs. 800,000 |
| Qualification | At least 18 years of education with Master's degree or higher |
| Age Requirement | 40–60 years |
| Current Status | Applications Closed |
Why This Page Refers to the Revised June 2026 Notice
Readers searching older copies of this recruitment may encounter a previous May 2026 advertisement containing different qualification, experience and age requirements. The later June recruitment information reported updated requirements, including at least 18 years of education, an age range of 40 to 60 years and more than 10 years of senior educational leadership experience.
For that reason, this archive does not combine the older and revised requirements. The information below relates specifically to the revised June 2026 Principal recruitment with the 26 June 2026 closing date.
| Requirement | Earlier May Listing | Revised June Notice |
|---|---|---|
| Education | 16 years of education reported | At least 18 years of education |
| Age | 45–55 years reported | 40–60 years |
| Experience | 15 years overall experience reported | More than 10 years of senior leadership experience |
| Closing Date | Earlier deadline applied | 26 June 2026 |
Principal Role and Responsibilities
The successful candidate was expected to serve as the academic and executive head of Divisional Public School & Intermediate College. The position involved institutional leadership rather than routine classroom teaching alone.
- Provide academic and administrative leadership.
- Support improvement in educational standards and student outcomes.
- Supervise faculty, administrative teams and institutional operations.
- Implement policies approved by the Board of Governors.
- Guide staff development and professional performance.
- Develop short-term and long-term plans for institutional improvement.
- Work with the Board of Governors on strategic and administrative priorities.
Eligibility Criteria in the Revised Notice
The revised June 2026 recruitment sought senior education professionals with advanced academic qualifications and significant institutional leadership experience.
| Education | At least 18 years of education with a Master's degree or higher qualification from an HEC-recognized university |
|---|---|
| Preferred Qualification | PhD holders were given preference |
| International Exposure | International exposure was preferred |
| Experience | More than 10 years of senior-level leadership experience in a reputable educational institution |
| Leadership Background | Experience as head of a school, college or comparable educational institution was considered valuable |
| Age | 40–60 years |
Documents Required at the Application Stage
The revised recruitment information distinguished the initial application package from documents that could be requested later from shortlisted candidates.
Initial Application
- Letter of Interest
- Updated and detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Brief statement explaining the applicant's educational philosophy and priorities for the institution
Shortlisting / Verification Stage
- CNIC copy, if requested
- Educational degrees and certificates
- Experience certificates and professional records
- Other credentials required by the recruiting authority
How Applications Were Submitted
During the active recruitment period, applications were accepted through the method stated in the recruitment notice rather than through an online RubabJobs application portal.
Applicants were instructed to prepare a confidential application containing their letter of interest, detailed CV and brief statement of educational philosophy and institutional priorities. Applications could be sent through the stated email route or submitted by post to the Commissioner Office, Lahore Division.
Commissioner Office
01-Broomhead Road, Upper Mall
Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan
Shortlisted applicants were to be called for interview and could be asked to present short-term and long-term plans for improving the institution's academic standards.
Application Deadline: 26 June 2026 — Closed
Salary, Benefits and Contract
The revised recruitment reported a monthly salary of Rs. 800,000 for the Principal position.
| Monthly Salary | Rs. 800,000 |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | Semi-furnished accommodation at the school campus |
| Transport | Conveyance with fuel support according to applicable policy |
| Utilities | Residential utility bill support according to policy |
| Initial Contract | 3 years |
| Extension | Possible subject to performance review and mutual agreement |
About Divisional Public School Lahore
Divisional Public School Lahore traces its history to 1963, when the institution began in rented rooms at what was then the National Stadium in Lahore. It later moved to Model Town, where land was provided for development of the school campus.
The institution became a High School in 1966 and was upgraded to an Intermediate College in 1976. DPS Lahore operates educational facilities in Model Town and Township.
This institutional background is relevant to the Principal recruitment because the advertised role involved leadership across an established school and college environment rather than management of a newly created institution.
Original Recruitment Advertisement
The original recruitment advertisement is retained below as a visual reference for readers researching this closed recruitment. Readers should note that earlier and revised recruitment information may contain different eligibility requirements.
Source and Status Verification
Recruiting Authority: Board of Governors, Divisional Public School & Intermediate College Lahore
Recruitment: Principal — Revised June 2026 Notice
Reported Newspaper: Jang
Closing Date: 26 June 2026
Current Status: Applications Closed
Official Institution Website: https://www.dpslahore.edu.pk/
Last Reviewed: 11 August 2026
This page has been updated to distinguish the revised June 2026 recruitment from an earlier advertisement carrying different eligibility requirements. Salary, age, education, leadership experience, contract period, benefits and the final closing date are presented as archived recruitment information.
The vacancy is no longer open. The page remains published only to help readers understand the historical recruitment notice and should not be interpreted as an invitation to submit a new application.
Important Notice
Editorial Status: Archived recruitment reference • Last reviewed 11 August 2026.
