The federal government has approved the creation of 838 new positions within National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) as part of an effort to strengthen the country’s ability to investigate and respond to the growing number of cybercrime incidents. The proposal was initiated by the Director General of NCCIA and submitted through Ministry of Interior. The Establishment Division has already granted its concurrence, while the case is currently under review by the Expenditure Wing of Finance Division before the recruitment process can move forward.
The expansion comes at a time when cybercrime complaints across Pakistan have increased significantly, placing additional pressure on the agency’s existing workforce. Officials familiar with the matter said the current staffing levels are no longer sufficient to handle the rising caseload, leading to delays in investigations and case processing. The new positions are intended to enhance operational efficiency by adding personnel across technical, legal, investigative, and administrative departments. The recruitment drive also reflects the increasing importance of digital crime investigations as online fraud, financial scams, identity theft, and other cyber related offences continue to affect individuals and organizations throughout the country.
According to the approved plan, 32 new officers will be inducted at the BS 18 level. These include 14 deputy directors of investigation, seven deputy directors of accounts, four deputy directors of software, four deputy directors of network security, and three deputy directors of legal affairs. In addition, 50 positions have been proposed at the BS 17 level, including 31 assistant directors of investigation, nine assistant directors of stress counseling, seven assistant directors of legal affairs, and three assistant directors of forensics. The inclusion of technical and psychological support roles highlights the increasingly complex nature of cybercrime investigations, which often require expertise in digital evidence, legal procedures, and victim support.
The largest share of the new hiring will be directed toward field operations and investigative functions. NCCIA is expected to recruit 133 inspectors, 97 sub inspectors, 123 head constables, and 174 constables to strengthen its operational capabilities across the country. The expansion plan also includes the recruitment of 64 constable drivers along with support personnel such as superintendents, technical assistants, steno typists, upper division clerks, and lower division clerks. The addition of these positions is expected to improve the agency’s administrative and investigative capacity and enable faster handling of cybercrime complaints. As digital adoption continues to accelerate across Pakistan, authorities are increasingly focusing on enhancing institutional capabilities to address emerging cyber threats and ensure that law enforcement agencies have the resources needed to respond effectively to the country’s evolving cybersecurity challenges.
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