The Survey of Pakistan (SOP) has officially announced the written test schedule for various vacant positions from BPS-07 to BPS-15. Thousands of shortlisted applicants who applied for jobs like Assistant, Technical Assistant, UDC, and LDC are searching for the official syllabus, test marks distribution, and paper pattern to start their preparation.
We have provided the complete breakdown of the Survey of Pakistan Test Syllabus 2026, center-wise list of shortlisted candidates, test dates, and the official direct link to download Survey of Pakistan Past Papers PDF.
Survey of Pakistan Written Test Schedule 2026
According to official department updates, the recruitment tests will be conducted across multiple days to manage the large number of applicants.
- Test Start Date: June 27, 2026
- Test End Date: Till the end of July 2026
- Total Test Centers: The written exams will be held concurrently in 5 major centers across Pakistan:
- Rawalpindi
- Lahore
- Karachi
- Peshawar
- Quetta
List of Shortlisted Candidates (Station-Wise)
The department has uploaded the station-wise list of candidates provisionally allowed to appear in the screening test. Candidates can view their list against the following positions at each station:
1. Rawalpindi & Lahore Centers
Candidates appearing at the Rawalpindi and Lahore testing stations can check their status for the following trades:
- Technical Assistant (Various Trades) (BPS-15)
- Technical Assistant (Stores) (BPS-15)
- Assistant (BPS-15)
- Upper Division Clerk – UDC (BPS-13)
- Lower Division Clerk – LDC (BPS-11)
- Telephone Operator (BPS-09)
- Technician (BPS-07)
- Computer Hardware Technician (BPS-07)
2. Karachi Center
- Technical Assistant (Various Trades) (BPS-15)
- Technical Assistant (Stores) (BPS-15)
- Assistant (BPS-15)
- Upper Division Clerk – UDC (BPS-13)
- Lower Division Clerk – LDC (BPS-11)
- Telephone Operator (BPS-09)
- Technician (BPS-07)
- Computer Hardware Technician (BPS-07)
3. Peshawar Center and Quetta Center
- Technical Assistant (Various Trades) (BPS-15)
- Technical Assistant (Stores) (BPS-15)
- Assistant (BPS-15)
- Upper Division Clerk – UDC (BPS-13)
- Lower Division Clerk – LDC (BPS-11)
- Technician (BPS-07)
- Computer Hardware Technician (BPS-07)
Survey of Pakistan Paper Pattern & Syllabus Breakdown
To pass the SOP screening test, understanding the exact percentage of marks distribution is highly crucial. The paper contains standard Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) dividing the subjects as follows:
| Subject / Section | Weightage | Core Topics to Prepare |
| Pakistan Affairs | 20% | Geography of Pakistan, basic constitutional history, current affairs, and major domestic events. |
| General Knowledge & Everyday Science | 20% | Basic physical, biological, and earth sciences. World Capitals and Currencies, UNO, River, Sea, Boarder etc. |
| Islamic Studies | 20% | Important Islamic Battles (Ghazwat), Hijri calendar events, basic Islamic teachings, and Quranic concepts (Ethics for Non-Muslims). |
| English | 20% | English Grammar, Antonyms, Synonyms, Vocabulary, Sentence Structure, and Comprehension. |
| Basic Mathematics & Analytical Reasoning | 10% | Basic Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, and logical/analytical problem-solving questions. |
| Job-Related / Computer Skills | 10% | Post-relevant core skills. For Assistant, UDC, and LDC: Basic MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), internet usage, and operating systems. |
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Download Survey of Pakistan Past Papers PDF
Studying past papers is the most effective method to understand the difficulty level and repeating questions of the Survey of Pakistan exams. To help our students prepare efficiently, we have compiled the original past papers of various posts.
You can view and download the complete past paper files directly from the link provided below:
👉 Download Survey of Pakistan Past Papers PDF Folder
Key Tips for the Test Day
- Roll Number Slip: Download and print your online roll number slip well before June 27, 2026.
- Original Documents: Do not forget to bring your Original CNIC (National Identity Card) to the written test center.
- Time Management: Since 20% of the paper is based on English and 10% on Analytical Reasoning, manage your time smartly to cover all MCQs sections within the allocated timeframe.
How to Download Survey of Pakistan Roll Number Slip 2026
Shortlisted candidates must download and print their call letters before heading to the examination centers. To download your Roll Number Slip, follow these simple steps:
- Visit the official online recruitment portal of the Survey of Pakistan.
- Go to the “Download Roll Number Slip” section.
- Select post apply for:
- Enter your CNIC number without dashes (e.g.,
1111111111111). - Click on Search button.
- Print out the slip and keep it safe for the test day.
Download Roll No Slip
“Candidates must bring their original CNIC and all relevant original documents with attested photocopies on the day of the test.”
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