Dubai government departments have many open jobs right now. Bolo Asan checked the official portal on 2 November 2026. This guide shares the full count in simple words. Dubai Government Jobs attract many job seekers each month.
You can find jobs in roads, culture, finance, and law. Some jobs welcome all nationalities with priority for UAE nationals. Most jobs accept UAE nationals only. Bolo Asan wrote this guide for UAE job seekers.
This guide lists the counts for each department. It also explains who can apply for each group. Read the full guide before you apply for any job.
Quick Answer: Dubai Government Jobs total 296 right now. Forty jobs welcome all nationalities with priority for UAE nationals. The other 256 jobs accept UAE nationals only. Check the portal again before you apply for any job.
How Many Dubai Government Jobs Are Open
The official portal shows 296 open jobs on 2 November 2026. Bolo Asan checked each job page one by one. The count covers all Dubai government departments with open roles.
| Department | Total Jobs | UAE Nationals Only | Open to All |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roads and Transport Authority | 90 | 63 | 27 |
| Dubai Culture | 38 | 33 | 5 |
| Dubai Government | 23 | 20 | 3 |
| Dubai Government HR Department | 25 | 24 | 1 |
| Emirati Human Resources Development Council | 16 | 14 | 2 |
| Legal Affairs Department | 14 | 13 | 1 |
| Dubai Media | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| Department of Finance | 11 | 10 | 1 |
| Community Development Authority | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| Civil Aviation Authority | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| All other departments | 48 | 48 | 0 |
| Total | 296 | 256 | 40 |
The Roads and Transport Authority hires the most people right now. It has 90 open jobs on the portal. Dubai Culture comes next with 38 open jobs.
Note: Job counts change each day on the portal. New jobs appear and old jobs close fast. Check the portal on the day you plan to apply.
Dubai Government Jobs Open to Everyone
Forty Dubai Government Jobs welcome all nationalities right now. UAE nationals get priority for these jobs too. This priority means officials prefer UAE nationals first.
The Roads and Transport Authority has 27 of these jobs. Dubai Culture has five of these jobs. The rest sit in small groups across other departments.
- Electrician for Maintenance Workshops (RTA)
- Vehicle Inspection Technician for Reception and Quality Control (RTA)
- Strategic Planning Senior Specialist (Dubai Culture)
- Chief Officer Visual Arts (Dubai Culture)
- Senior Tax Policy and Research Specialist (Finance)
- Lead Specialist – Legal (Dubai Government)
- Receptionist (Dubai Government)
These seven jobs show the range of open roles. Some need trade skills and some need office skills. Open the job page to read the full needs for each role. Bolo Asan lists these roles from the portal itself. Dubai Government Jobs in this group span many fields.
Tip: Read the Required Nationality line on each job page. That line tells you who can apply for that job. Do not guess from the job title alone.
Dubai Government Jobs Only for UAE Nationals
Most Dubai Government Jobs accept UAE nationals only. The count stands at 256 jobs right now. Expats cannot apply for these jobs at all.
This rule rests on nationality and not on residence. A Dubai resident expat still cannot apply for these jobs. Only UAE nationals meet this rule.
Small departments hire UAE nationals only for all roles. Dubai Media, Civil Aviation, and Community Development hire this way. Their jobs add up to 31 roles in total.
Important: Dubai residence alone does not make you eligible. Only your nationality decides this rule for you. Check your own status before you spend time on any form.
How to Apply for Dubai Government Jobs
Dubai Government Jobs need one portal for all forms. Use the official Dubai Careers portal for every job. The portal address is jobs.dubaicareers.ae for all roles. You can browse jobs on the portal with no sign-in.
- Open the official portal on your phone or computer.
- Filter jobs by the department you like best.
- Open the job page and read all details with care.
- Check the Required Nationality line before you apply.
- Apply on the portal itself and track your form there.
Bolo Asan links the portal here for your ease. Dubai Careers portal opens the official job list. Use this link and no other job site.
Warning: Never use dubaicareers.in for these jobs. That site is private and not the official portal. It can show wrong or old job facts.
Departments With No Open Jobs Right Now
Twenty-three departments show zero open jobs right now. This count comes from the portal on 2 November 2026. New jobs can appear in these departments any day. Dubai Government Jobs lists refresh when departments post roles.
Bolo Asan will refresh this guide when new counts arrive. Check this page again before your next job search. The portal stays the best source for fresh counts.
Good to Know: Government jobs close fast once they fill up. Apply early when you find a role that fits you. Keep your papers ready before you start any form.
More Dubai Job Guides
Bolo Asan also covers other Dubai job topics in detail. Our Highest-Paying Jobs in UAE 2026 guide shows top pay roles across the UAE. Our Airport Staff Jobs in Dubai 2026 guide covers airport roles for Dubai job seekers.
Example: An expat engineer can apply for RTA trade roles. That same engineer cannot apply for UAE Only office roles. The detail page line decides each case for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Dubai Government Jobs are open right now?
The portal shows 296 open jobs on 2 November 2026. Bolo Asan checked each job page one by one. Counts change each day, so re-check the portal before you apply.
Who can apply for Dubai Government Jobs?
UAE nationals can apply for all 296 jobs on the portal. Other nationalities can apply for 40 jobs with priority rules. Check the Required Nationality line on each job page first. Dubai Government Jobs cover roads, culture, law, and finance.
What does Priority for UAE National mean?
It means the job welcomes all nationalities for applications. Officials still prefer UAE nationals first for these jobs. Your skills still matter for the final choice.
Can a Dubai resident expat apply for UAE Only jobs?
No, a Dubai resident expat cannot apply for these jobs. The rule rests on nationality and not on residence. Only UAE nationals meet this rule for these jobs.
Where do I apply for Dubai Government Jobs?
Apply only on the official Dubai Careers portal online. The portal address is jobs.dubaicareers.ae for all jobs. Never use dubaicareers.in, since it is not the official portal.
Do job counts stay the same each day?
No, job counts change each day on the portal. New jobs appear and old jobs close fast. Check the portal again on the day you apply.
Disclaimer: Job counts come from the official portal on 2 November 2026. Counts change each day as jobs open and close. Bolo Asan shares these counts for guidance only, not as a job promise.
Last Updated: 2 November 2026
Ayesha writes practical guides about living in the UAE, including housing, schools, healthcare and everyday services. She turns complex topics into simple steps.