Join Pakistan Army as Commissioned Officer Through 156 PMA Long Course May 2025

Join Pakistan Army as Commissioned Officer through the 156 PMA Long Course May 2025 and embark on a rewarding career as a leader. The Pakistan Military Academy (PMA), renowned as the cradle of leadership, is inviting motivated, disciplined, and patriotic male citizens of Pakistan and AJK/GB to register online for this golden opportunity. Candidates aged 17-25 years with Intermediate, Bachelor’s (2-4 years), or equivalent qualifications can apply. Registration starts from March 25, 2025, and ends on June 1, 2025. Selected candidates will undergo two years of elite training at PMA Kakul. This is your chance to wear the uniform with pride—apply now and become a part of the nation’s most respected institution.

Ad TitleJoin Pakistan Army as Commissioned Officer Through 156 PMA Long Course May 2025
Posted DateMay 4, 2025
Registration Start DateMarch 25, 2025
Last Date to ApplyJune 1, 2025
Preliminary Test DatesMay 9, 2025 to July 4, 2025
LocationPakistan & AJK / Gilgit-Baltistan
GenderMale Only
Training Duration2 Years at PMA Kakul
Minimum Height5 feet 4 inches (162.5 cm)
WeightAs per Body Mass Index (BMI)
Marital StatusUnmarried (Married serving personnel eligible above 20 years)
NationalityPakistani Citizens & Domicile Holders of AJK/GB
Official Websitewww.joinpakarmy.gov.pk

PAk Army Vacant Position

Commissioned Officer through 156 PMA Long Course

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Education Requirements:
    • Intermediate (FA/FSc) or Equivalent – Minimum 55% Marks
    • 2 Years Graduation – Minimum 60% Marks (with 50% in FA/FSc)
    • 4 Years Graduation (BS/BA(H)/BBA/BPA) – Same as above
    • Serving Army Soldiers – Minimum 50% Marks in FA/FSc
    • A-Level students require Equivalence Certificate from IBCC with 55% aggregate
  • Age Limits (as on Nov 01, 2025):
    • Intermediate or Equivalent: 17 – 22 Years (Relaxable by 3 months)
    • 2-Year Graduates & Serving Navy/PAF Personnel: 17 – 23 Years (Relaxable by 3 months)
    • 4-Year Graduates: 17 – 24 Years (No Relaxation)
    • Serving Army Soldiers: 17 – 25 Years (No Relaxation)

Documents Required:

  • Original and attested copies of:
    • Matric and Intermediate/Equivalent Certificates
    • CNIC or B-form with guardian’s CNIC
    • 3x passport size photographs attested front and back
    • ISSB “Not Recommended” letter for repeaters
  • Hope Certificate (if applicable)
  • Character and Declaration Form (verified by Gazetted Officer)

Preliminary Selection Process

  1. Written/Intelligence Test:
    • Includes Verbal, Non-Verbal, English & Urdu Essays
  2. Medical Examination
  3. Physical Test (Minimum Standards):
    • 1.6 Km Run: 8 minutes
    • Push-ups: 15 in 2 minutes
    • Crunches: 20 in 2 minutes
    • Pull-ups: 3 in 2 minutes
    • Ditch Crossing: 7’4” x 7’4” ditch
  4. Interview by Selection Board:
    • Marks out of 20; at least 12 needed to qualify

Ineligibility Conditions:

  • Twice rejected by ISSB
  • Three-time failure in initial academic/intelligence tests
  • Dismissed/removed from Government or Armed Forces jobs
  • Declared medically unfit permanently (including Hepatitis B/C)
  • Withdrawn/resigned from Armed Forces academies on disciplinary/medical grounds
  • Tampering with academic records or positive drug test
  • Appeared in ISSB within last 120 days (unless waiver granted)

Coaching for ISSB is discouraged; it affects natural evaluation and may cause rejection.

Further Selection Process:

  • Final selection based on merit at General Headquarters (GHQ) after ISSB and medical clearance
  • Training duration at PMA Kakul: 2 Years

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Join Pakistan Army as Commissioned Officer Through 156 PMA Long Course May 2025

How to Apply

Registration Process:

  1. Online Registration:
    • Visit the official website: www.joinpakarmy.gov.pk
    • Register between March 25, 2025, and June 1, 2025
    • Download computerized Roll No Slip after 5–7 working days
    • Appear on the given test date with all required documents
  2. Registration via AS&RCs (for guidance):
    • Available in: Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, Gilgit, Hyderabad, Multan, D.I. Khan, Muzaffarabad, Faisalabad, Khuzdar, Pano Aqil, Turbat