Pakistan Army

Pakistan Army is considered as one of the professional army in the world. It not only provides opportunities to males but also to female graduates in specific programs.
The registrations for the Lady Cadet Course Program usually opens after two years or after one year, depending on the needs of the Army.


Following is the complete procedure and details:

Join Pak Army as Captain through
Lady Cadet Course (LCC-18)
Category of Selection Qualification Max Age
Corps of Engineers
(Engr)
BE Geo Informatics
MS GIS&RS (MS in GIS&RS with background in BE / BS in Civil Engineering / Geography / Space Sciences or Computer Sciences can also apply)
28 years as on
1st Nov 2021
Corps of Signals
(Sig)
BE Software Engineering (Preferably MSCS / MSSE)
Army Service Corps
(ASC)
MAS / MSc (Contracting, Procurement)
MBA Financial Management
Corps of Ordinance
(Ord)
BE Electronics
BS / BE Textile Engineering
Corps of Electrical and
Mechanical Engineers
(EME)
BE in Biomedical Engineering
BE in Mechatronics Engineering
Judge Advocate General
(JAG)
LLB - A practicing member of bar having
2 years of experience
Information and Computer Technology Officers (ICTO)
BE / BS in the following disciplines:
Software Engineering
Computer Engineering
Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR)
Masters or equivalent in the following disciplines:
International Relations or Peace and Conflict Studies
Film / TV Production or Mass Communication

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates should meet the following criteria
(1) Minimum CGPA 2.5 out of 4 or 60 percent marks in annual exams except LLB having 2nd division.
(2) No 3rd Division or Grade D and only one 2nd Division / Grade C through out the academic career.
(3) Candidates only graduated from HEC/PEC recognized universities.
(4) Candidates acquired qualification as private candidate are not eligible.
(5) Candidates once rejected for PMA or equivalent courses or once rejected in Postgraduate entry can avail one more chance for Postgraduate course only.

Note: Candidates having M.Phil / MS Degree will be given preference.

Nationality

Only Citizens of Pakistan and domicile holders of Azad Kashmir / Gilgit-Baltistan can apply. Upon final selection, candidates with dual nationality will have to surrender nationalities other than Pakistani.

Marital Status - Unmarried
Height - 5’ (152.4 cm)
Weight - As per Body Mass Index
Vision - As per PAO 11/82

Ineligibility Criteria

Following is the ineligibility conditions / criteria:
1) A candidate with specific higher qualification is eligible even if he is twice rejected by ISSB for PMA / OTS / JCA / Graduate Course or equivalent Naval / PAF Courses.
2) A candidate with specific higher qualification, who is rejected once by ISSB for PMA / OTS / JCA / Graduate Course or equivalent Naval / PAF Courses and once rejected for specific higher qualification entry, will not be eligible for third chance.
3) Permanently declared UNFIT by Appeal Medical Board.
4) Withdrawn from any Academy / Training Institution of Armed Forces on any ground.
5) Withdrawn from any bonded Armed Forces college / institution on disciplinary grounds.
6) Dismissed / removed / debarred from Government Services including Armed Forces.
7) Convicted in a Court of Law for an offence involving moral turpitude.
8) Declared medically unfit due to Hepatitis B & C (Appeal Medical Board cannot be requested).
9) Declared unfit by any Armed Forces Hospital except those cleared by Appeal Medical Board.

Registration

Registrations are Open!
Last Date to Apply: 27th June 2021

Registration through Internet / Online
A candidate can register on the website Join Pakistan Army (Click Here). Date and time of test shall be intimated on the internet, for which the individual should have an e-mail account. Candidates will report on the exact date and time given for preliminary tests on computerized roll no slip. The date once given will not be changed. Candidates will also bring the required documents.

Registration at AS&RCs
Candidates may report at the nearest AS&RCs for registration / allotment of roll no along with necessary documents.

Note: Candidates MUST attain a working knowledge of computers as registration and tests will be conducted on computers.

Written / Intelligence / Personality Tests

Professional Written test and Intelligence / Personality tests based on multiple-choice questions will be conducted at the AS&RCs.
Preliminary Test: 01st July - 09th July 2021

Preliminary Medical Tests

Candidates will undergo an initial medical test at AS&RCs.

Physical Test

Female candidates to qualify 1.6 Km run in 14 minutes.

ISSB Test

Shortlisted candidates will receive intimation for ISSB tests through the website as well as call up letters.



Further Selection

Candidates who are selected by ISSB will be called for interview by GHQ Selection Board at Lahore, and Rawalpindi. Medical examination of recommended candidates will be carried out at nearby CMHs. The final selection will be made at GHQ on the basis of candidates overall performance.

Training Period

Selected candidates will undergo is 6 Months training at PMA, Kakul

Bond

Selected female candidates will have to sign a bond to serve army for a minimum period of 7 years.

If you still have any confusion, Contact Us here (Click Here)

How to Join Pak Army through Lady Cadet Course

After Completing Intermediate (FSc / A levels / Equivalent) Degree from an Educational Institute most of the Male and Female Candidates wants to Opt for Pakistan Army.
There are Four Ways to Join Pakistan Army after FSc / A levels or Equivalent. Candidates can either Join Pakistan Army through Long Course, Technical Course, Medical Course or as through AFNS.
Below are the 4 ways to join Pakistan Army after FSc / A levels:
1) PMA Long Course (PMA-LC)
2) Technical Cadet Course (TCC)
3) Medical Cadet Course (MC)
4) Armed Forces Nursing Service (AFNS)
4 Ways to Join Pak Army after FSc / A levels, Join Pak Army after Intermediate
1) PMA Long Course (PMA-LC)
Pakistan Military Academy's Long Course is considered as one of the toughest courses in Pakistan Army. Candidates who have done Intermediate can apply for PMA Long Course. Only Male Candidates are Eligible to Apply for PMA Long Course.
After Selection and Recommendation by ISSB and Combined Medical Board, Cadets will have to undergo two years of very hard Military Training at Pakistan Military Academy (PMA), Kakul.
After the completion of the course, Cadets will be awarded the Rank of 2nd Lieutenant which is the lowest Rank of an Army Officer. During the training at PMA Kakul, Cadets will also be granted by a stipend of  RS. 30,000 - 35,000/- per month and it will remain same throughout the 2nd Lieutenant Rank.
Detailed Procedure will be added soon.

2) Technical Cadet Course (TCC)
Technical Cadet Course is for those candidates who want to Join Corps of Engineering in Pakistan Army. Only Male Candidates are Eligible to apply for Technical Cadet Course. Both Pre-Engineering and Computer Sci Candidates (Min 60% marks) can apply for TCC. Selected Cadets will complete their BS Engineering Degree from NUST. After the completion of their Degree, Cadets will undergo one-year Basic Military Training from PMA Kakul. Cadets will be granted by a stipend of  RS. 30,000 - 35,000/- per month during their study and training period.
On successful completion of the course and training, Cadets will be awarded the Rank of Captain.
The monthly stipend will increase to RS. 45,000 - 55,000/- once they have completed their training.
For Detailed Procedure (Click Here)

3) Medical Cadet Course (MC)
Medical Cadet Course is for those candidates who wants to opt for MBBS and BDS Programs. Candidates can either join Army Medical College, CMH Lahore Medical College, Karachi Institute of Medical Sciences, CMH Bahawalpur, CIMS Multan or Quetta Institute of Medical Sciences. For Medical Cadet Course, Male Candidates should have minimum 70% marks in Pre-Medical.
During the course, Cadets will be granted by a stipend of  RS. 30,000 - 35,000/- per month.
Cadets after completing their Final Prof will undergo six months Basic Military Training at PMA Kakul.
After the completion of the course and training, Cadets will be awarded the Rank of Captain, and its monthly stipend will also increase as mentioned above in TCC Course.
For Detailed Procedure (Click Here)

4) Armed Forces Nursing Service (AFNS)
Armed Forces Nursing Service (AFNS) is the only course after Intermediate for Female Candidates. However, Female Candidates can Join Pakistan Army after Graduation in Medical Corps (As a Doctor) and Corps of Engineering (As an Engineer or IT Spelt). For BS Nursing, Candidates should have minimum 60% marks in Matric and minimum 55% marks in Intermediate (Pre-Medical). After completion of BS Nursing and four weeks training from AFPGMI, Rawalpindi Female Cadets will be awarded the Rank of Lieutenant. During the Course and training period, Cadets will also be granted by a monthly stipend.
For Detailed Procedure (Click Here)
Note: Registrations of PMA Long Course opens twice a year while for other courses it opens once a year.

4 Ways to Join Pak Army after FSc / A levels

How to Join Pak Army as a Doctor through M Cadet Course
Join Pakistan Army as a Doctor through M Cadet Course. Below is the detailed procedure for M Cadet Course:
Also Read: How to Join Pakistan Navy as a Doctor [M Cadet Course]

Eligibility Criteria
Following is the eligibility criteria for 'M' Cadets Course as laid down by Pakistan Army:-
a. Qualification / Age
JOIN PAK ARMY AS DOCTOR
('M' CADET COURSE)
Category of Selection Qualification Age
Medical Cadets
(Male)
Candidates of 4th or 5th year
of MBBS.
Medical College should be recognized
by PMDC.
20 - 26 years
as on 27th Sep
2020

b. Marital Status
Male - Unmarried
c. Nationality 
Citizens of Pakistan.
Candidates having dual nationality will have to submit nationalities other than Pakistani.
d. Physical Standards
Minimum Height
Male Candidates - 5’ - 4” (162.5 cm)
Weight - As per the Body Mass Index


Ineligibility Criteria
  • Twice rejected by ISSB for Postgraduate Entry.
  • Twice rejected by ISSB for Intermediate Graduate (PMA / Graduate or equivalent) and once rejected by ISSB or GHQ / NHQ / AHQ based selection boards.
  • Once rejected by ISSB for Intermediate Graduate (PMA / Graduate or equivalent) and twice rejected by ISSB or GHQ / NHQ / AHQ based selection boards.
  • Twice not recommended for "M" Cadet Course by GHQ / NHQ or AHQ selection boards.
  • Twice screened out by ISSB
  • Permanently declared Medically UNFIT by Appeal Medical Board.
  • Candidate who have withdrawn from any Academy / Training Institution of Armed Forces or bonded Armed Forces College / Institution on disciplinary grounds.
  • Dismissed / removed / debarred from Government Services including Armed Forces.
  • Convicted in a Court of Law for an offence involving moral turpitude.
  • Withdrawn from any bonded Armed Force College / Institution on disciplinary grounds.
  • Withdrawn / discharged / resigned or purchase of commission from any Armed Forces Academy Training Institutes on any ground.

Registration and Preliminary Selection Procedure
Registrations are Open!
Last Date to Apply: 31st October 2020

Registration through Internet
A candidate can register on Pak Army website (Click Here). Date and time of test shall be announced on the Pak Army website. Candidates will have to report on exact date and time as mentioned on their computerized roll no slips. Date once given will not be changed. Candidates will also bring required documents.
Candidates will also have to deposit Pay Order of Rs 500/- in favor of DGMS Medical Directorate, GHQ Rawalpindi.
Registration at AS&RCs
Candidates may report at nearest AS&RCs for registration / allotment of roll no along with necessary documents.

Written / Intelligence Tests
Candidates will undergo Intelligence test at nearest AS&RC. The candidates declared successful in written tests will undergo physical / medical tests at AS&RCs.
Preliminary Test: 02-06 November 2020

Physical Test
The candidates must qualify the following physical tests:-
(1) 1.6 Km run in 8 Minutes
(2) Push Ups 15 repetition in 2 Minutes
(3) Sit Ups 15 repetition in 2 Minutes
(4) Chin Ups 3 repetition in 2 Minutes
(5) Ditch Crossing 7’. 4” x 7’. 4” with a depth of 4 feet
Preliminary Medical Test
Successful candidates will undergo initial medical test at AS&RCs.

Further Selection
Candidates who are selected by AS&RCs will be called for interviews by GHQ Selection Board at nearest AS&RCs. Recommended candidates will undergo Medical examination at nearby CMHs. The final selection will be made at GHQ on the basis of candidates overall performance.

Merit Criteria
Merit Criteria will be based on the followings:
1) Previous Results of Professional Exams.
2) Intelligence / Personality Tests
3) Interview by GHQ Selection Board


Training Period
22 Weeks Basic Military Training (BMT) at Army Medical Corps School and Centre, Abbottabad / PMA Kakul within one month after completion of the final professional examination and induction as SSRC Officer by GHQ PA Dictorate.

Note: 'M' Cadet after his / her induction in this scheme, shall continue to study in the Medical College in which he / she is on roll until the completion of Medical Graduation. However, during that period candidates shall be subjected to Pakistan Army Regulations and orders.  

Bond
Finally selected candidates will be required to sign a bond to serve the Army for a minimum period of 6 years. 

How to Join Pak Army as a Doctor (M Cadet Course)

Pakistan Army provides opportunities to Females to join Armed Forces Nursing Service (AFNS). Below is the detailed procedure:
How to Join Pak Army Nursing Service (AFNS)
Eligibility Criteria
Following is the Eligibility Criteria as laid down by Pakistan Army:
a. Qualification / Age

Join Pakistan Army Nursing Service (AFNS)
Programs Qualification Age
BSc Nursing
(Female)
-Matric (Science) / Equivalent with minimum
60% Marks
-FSc (Pre-Medical) / Equivalent with minimum
50% Marks
17-25 years
Trained Nurses
as Lieutenant
(Female)
-Nursing Diploma and Midwifery
-BSc Generic Nursing
-Post (RN) BSc Nursing
18-28 years
Note (BSc Nursing): Candidates appearing in FSc Part-II (at least 50% marks in FSC Part-I) can apply with Hope Certificate duly signed by the Head of the Institute.
Note (Trained Nursing): Candidate should be registered with Pakistan Nursing Council (PNC). Preference will be given to qualified post basic specialized courses, i.e., ICU, OT, CCU, etc. from a hospital / institute recognized by PNC.

b. Gender: Female
c. Martial Status:
BSc Nursing
Female unmarried / widow / separated
Trained Nurses
Married / unmarried
d. Nationality: Citizens of Pakistan and domicile holders of Azad Kashmir / Gilgit-Baltistan. Upon final selection candidates with dual nationality to surrender nationalities other than Pakistani.
e. Physical Standards: 
Minimum Height 5’ (152 cm)
Weight As per Body Mass Index
Also Read: How to Join Pak Army as a Doctor

Ineligibility Criteria
--Twice rejected by the GHQ Selection Board.
--Declared Medically Unfit by Appeal Medical Board.
--Individual withdrawn/resigned/discharged from Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force) training academies/institution on the ground of discipline, characters, medical inefficiency, weak profile or declared unsuitable.
--Individual dismissed/removed from any other government service.
--For BSc Nursing only - candidates already registered with Pakistan Nursing Council.
--Convicted by a Court of Law for an offence involving moral turpitude.

Registration and Preliminary Selection Procedure
Registrations are Open!
Last Date to Apply was: 16-08-20

Registration through Internet
A candidate can register on website Join Pakistan Army (Click Here). Date and time of test shall be intimated on the internet, for which the individual should have an e-mail account. Candidates will report on exact date and time given for preliminary test on computerized roll no slip. A date once given will not be changed. Candidates will also bring required documents.
Registration at AS&RCs
The candidates may report at nearest AS&RCs for registration / allotment of roll no along with necessary documents mentioned.
Preliminary Test
Candidates will undergo initial test at AS&RCs
Preliminary Test: 
Preliminary Medical Test
Successful candidates will undergo initial medical test at AS&RCs.

Further Selection
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for Interviews. Interviews will be held at Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi by GHQ Selection Board for which separate call letter will be issued. Final Selection will be on the basis of candidates overall performance.

Training Period
BSc Nursing
Four years training at any of the following Institute:
  • AFPGMI, Rawalpindi
  • CMH Lahore
  • CMH Kharian 
  • CMH Multan
  • CMH Quetta and
  • PNS Shifa Karachi
Trained Nurses 
Four weeks Basic Military Training at AFPGMI, Rawalpindi and CMH Kharian.
Note: On completion of successful training, the cadets shall be granted Commission in the rank of Lieutenant.

Bond
Finally selected candidates will be required to sign a bond to serve the Army for a minimum period of 10 years. 

How to Join Pak Army Nursing Service (AFNS)

Pakistan ArmyTechnical Cadet Course (TCC) is a regular commission in Pakistan Army. Pre-Engineering / Computer Science candidates can apply for Technical Cadet Course. Below is the detailed procedure:
Also Read: How to Join PAF after FSc / A levels

Join Pakistan Army after Pre-Engineering / ICS

Eligibility Criteria
Following is the Eligibility Criteria as laid down by Pakistan Army:
a. Qualification / Age
Join Pakistan Army as Technical Cadet (TCC)
Programs Qualification Age
1) Civil Engineering
2) Electrical (Telcom) Engineering
3) Computer Software Engineering
4) Electrical Engineering
5) Mechanical Engineering
6) Computer System Engineering
7) Mechatronics Engineering
8) Aeronautical Engineering
-FSc (Pre-Engineering) / ICS / Equivalent
with 65% marks.
-ICS candidates can only apply for Computer
Software Engineering.
17-21 years
Note: Candidates who have passed FSc Part-I Examination with minimum 65% marks and appeared / are appearing in FSc Part-II / Final Examination can also apply on “HOPE Certificates” by the Head of the institutions.
b. Gender: Male
c. Martial Status: Unmarried
d. Nationality: Citizens of Pakistan and domicile holders of Azad Kashmir / Gilgit-Baltistan. Upon final selection candidates with dual nationality to surrender nationalities other than Pakistani.
e. Physical Standards: 
Minimum Height 5’ – 4” (162.5 cm)
Weight As per Body Mass Index


Ineligibility Criteria
--Twice rejected and twice screened out by ISSB / GHQ / NHQ / AHQ Selection Board or once rejected by ISSB and once rejected by GHQ / NHQ / AHQ Selection Board.
--Withdrawn from any Academy / Training Institution of Armed Forces on any ground.
--Withdrawn from any bonded Armed Forces college / institution on disciplinary grounds.
--Dismissed / removed / debarred from Govt Services including Armed Forces.
--Convicted in a Court of Law for an offence involving moral turpitude.
--Permanently declared UNFIT by Appeal Medical Board (AMB).
--Declared medically unfit due to Hepatitis B & C (Such candidates cannot request for appearance in AMB).
--Declared medically unfit by any Armed Forces Hospital except those cleared by Appeal Medical Board.
--Diploma Holders.
--Those studying in any of the Armed Forces Institutions / Academies or nominated against reserve defence quota seats.
--Tested within 120 days gap of previous appearance in ISSB.

Registration and Preliminary Selection Procedure

Registrations are Closed!
Last Date to Apply was 23-03-20

Registration through Internet
A candidate can register on Join Pakistan Army. Date and time of test shall be intimated on the internet, for which the individual should have an e-mail account. Candidates will report on exact date and time given for preliminary test on computerized roll no slip. A date once given will not be changed. Candidates will also bring required documents.
Registration at AS&RCs
The candidates may report at nearest AS&RCs for registration / allotment of roll no along with necessary documents mentioned
Written / Intelligence Tests
Written tests will be based on multiple choice questions from English, Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry / Computer Studies / Computer Sciences (Only for Computer Science students). The candidates declared successful in written tests will undergo physical / medical tests at ASRCs.
Test Date: 26-03-20 to 20-04-20
Physical Test
The candidates must qualify the following physical tests:-
(1) 1.6 Km run 8 Minutes
(2) Push Ups 15 repetition in 2 Minutes
(3) Sit Ups 15 repetition in 2 Minutes
(4) Chin Ups 3 repetition in 2 Minutes
(5) Ditch Crossing 7’. 4” x 7’. 4” with a depth of 4 feet
Preliminary Medical Test
Successful candidates will undergo initial medical test at AS&RCs.

Further Selection
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for ISSB tests through website as well as call up letters. Medical examination of ISSB recommended candidates will be carried out at nearby CMHs. Final selection will be made at GHQ on the basis of candidate’s overall performance.

Training Period
One year Basic Military Training (BMT) at PMA Kakul after completion of the final professional examination.

Bond
Finally selected candidates will be required to sign a bond to serve the Army for a minimum period of 13 years. 

How to Join Pakistan Army as Technical Cadet

Pakistan Army has started registrations for 29th Technical Cadet Course (TCC) 2017. Technical Cadet Course is a regular commission in Pakistan Army. Candidates from all over the country are encouraged to apply for Technical Cadet Course (TCC). On Final Selection, Dual Nationality holders must have to surrender nationalities other than Pakistani. Academic Disciplines with all the other information that is Eligibility Criteria, Important Dates, and Registration Procedure is mentioned below:
Also Read: How to Join PAF after FSc / A levels
Pak Army Technical Cadet Course (TCC), Pak Army TCC
Academic Disciplines
Following are the undergraduate academic programs offered at National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST) for Technical Cadet Course (TCC):
(1) Civil Engineering - Military College of Engineering, Risalpur
(2) Electrical (Telecommunication Engineering) - Military College of Signals, Rawalpindi
(3) Computer Software Engineering - Military College of Signals, Rawalpindi
(4) Electrical Engineering - College of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering, Rawalpindi
(5) Mechanical Engineering - College of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering, Rawalpindi
(6) Computer Systems Engineering - College of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering, Rawalpindi
(7) Mechatronics Engineering - College of Electrical & Mechanical Engineering, Rawalpindi
(8) Aeronautical Engineering -  College of Aeronautical Engineering, Risalpur

Eligibility Criteria
  • Age of the candidate should be 17 to 21 years.
  • Only Male (unmarried) candidates are eligible to apply for Technical Cadet Course.
  • Minimum height of the candidates should be 5'-4''.
  • Candidates should have minimum 65% marks in FSc (Pre-Engineering) - Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry / Computer Studies / Computer Science or equivalent.
  • Candidates who have passed FSc Part-I Examination with minimum 65% marks and are appearing in FSc Part-II / Final Examination can also apply on the basis “HOPE Certificates.” Such candidates should also have to submit FSc Part-II Roll Number Slip.

Registration Procedure
Eligible candidates can apply online through the link given below. Fill the form carefully and then submit the form. Candidates can also visit nearest Army Selection and Recruitment Centres (ASRCs) for registration.
Last Date to Apply: 24-03-17
Preliminary Test: 29 Mar - 20 Apr 2017 (Except Saturday / Sunday)

Training
After completion of BE Degree cadets will undergo one-year Basic Military Training at Pakistan Military Academy (PMA), Kakul.

Join Pak Army through 29th Technical Cadet Course (TCC)

Pak Army Medical CorpsPakistan Army provides opportunity to join Army Administered Medical Colleges (Army Medical College, Rawalpindi, CMH Lahore Medical College, Lahore and Karachi Institute of Medical Sciences, CMH Bahawalpur, CMH Institute of Medical Sciences and Quetta Institute of Medical Sciences) as a Medical Cadet. This is a regular commission in Pakistan Army after Intermediate (Pre-Medical). Before 2012, the girls used to join Army Medical College and CMH Lahore Medical College as Medical Cadet. But later army decided to stop girls enrollment through this method due to some issues. Army Medical College is offering MBBS and BDS Programs while others are offering only MBBS Program.

Also Read: How to Prepare for MCAT

Join Army Medical College, CMH Lahore, CIMS Multan, QIMS and KIMS as a Medical Cadet

Eligibility Criteria
Following is the Eligibility Criteria as laid down by Pakistan Army:
a. Qualification / Age
Join Pak Army as Medical Cadet in Army Administered Medical Colleges
Programs Qualification Age
Army Administered Medical
Colleges (AMC, CMH Lahore
QIMS, CIMS Multan, and KIMS)
FSc or equivalent with minimum 70%
marks
Candidates from Balochistan, Sindh,
Tharparkar, Omar Kot), Northern Areas,
Azad Kashmir (Upper Neelam Valley)
and FATA having domicile and local
certificates can apply with 65% marks.
17-21 Years
as on 1st Nov
(Relaxable for
3 months both
in upper and
lower age)
Note: Candidates who have passed FSc Part-I Examination with minimum 70% marks and are appearing in FSc Part-II / Final Examination can also apply on “HOPE Certificates” by the Head of the institutions.
b. Gender: Male
c. Martial Status: Unmarried
d. Nationality: Citizens of Pakistan and domicile holders of Azad Kashmir / Gilgit-Baltistan. Upon final selection candidates with dual nationality to surrender nationalities other than Pakistani.
e. Physical Standards: 
Minimum Height 5’ – 4” (162.5 cm)
Weight As per Body Mass Index

Ineligibility Criteria
--“Not Recommended” twice by ISSB / GHQ Selection Board.
--Declared medically unfit by CMH / Appeal Medical Board.
--Enrolled cadets and recruits withdrawn / resigned / discharged / dismissed from Armed Forces (Army, Navy and Air Force) training academies/institutions on the grounds of discipline, character, medical, inefficiency, weak profile or declared unsuitable.
--An individual dismissed/removed from any other government service.
--Convicted by a Court of Law for an offence involving moral turpitude.

Registration and Preliminary Selection Procedure
Registrations are Closed!
Last Date to Apply: 16th August 2020

Registration through Internet
Candidates can register on Pak Army website. Date and time of test shall be intimated on the internet, for which the individual should have an e-mail account. Candidates will report on exact date and time given for preliminary test on computerized roll no slip. A date once given will not be changed. Candidates will also bring required documents.
Registration at AS&RCs
The candidates may report at nearest AS&RCs for registration / allotment of roll no along with necessary documents.
Written / Intelligence Tests
Written tests will be based on multiple choice questions from English, Biology, Physics and Chemistry. The candidates declared successful in written tests will undergo physical / medical tests at ASR&Cs.
Physical Test
The candidates must qualify the following
physical tests:-
(1) 1.6 Km run 9 Minutes
(2) Push Ups 15 repetition in 2 Minutes
(3) Sit Ups 15 repetition in 2 Minutes
(4) Chin Ups 3 repetition in 2 Minutes
(5) Ditch Crossing 7’. 4” x 7’. 4” with a depth of 4 feet
Preliminary Medical Test
Successful candidates will undergo initial medical test at AS&RCs.
Preliminary Test including Written / Intelligence / Personality Test: Dates will be announced soon.

Further Selection
Shortlisted candidates will receive notice for intelligence / personality test and interviews by the GHQ Selection Board at Army Medical College, Rawalpindi / CMH Lahore Medical College, Lahore through the website as well as call up letter. Medical examination of recommended candidates will be carried out at nearby CMHs. Final selection will be made at GHQ on the basis of candidate’s overall performance.

Note: Candidates must have registered / appeared themselves in any Fresh Provincial Entry Test (UHS, ETEA, NUMS, AJK etc)

Selection Procedure
Following is the selection procedure for Army Administered Medical Colleges:
Preliminary Tests + Physical Tests + Initial Medical Tests + Interview by GHQ Selection Board + Final Medical + UHS / NUMS / Provincial Entry Test

Training Period
22 x Weeks Basic Military Training (BMT) at PMA Kakul after completion of the final professional examination.

Bond
Finally selected candidates will be required to sign a bond to serve the Army for a minimum period of 13 years. The applicability of Bond will commence on completion of MBBS / BDS Degree Courses at respective Medical Colleges.

How to Join Pakistan Army as Medical Cadet

pakistan armyJoining Pakistan Army is a dream of most of the people in the country because it is one of the most powerful and disciplined Army of the world. Pakistan Army not only provides opportunities for males but also for females.
Most of the Doctors and students are not aware that how they can join Pakistan Army after completing their MBBS / BDS Degree and usually it’s hard for them to get the accurate and detailed information. All info / procedure shared here is important to be understood before you opt to join Pakistan Army as a doctor.
Also Read: How to Join PAF as a Doctor


Join Pak Army as a Doctor

Eligibility Criteria

Following is the eligibility criteria (for both Captain and Major) as laid down by Pakistan Army:-
a. Qualification / Age

Join Pak Army as Captain / Major through
SSRC
Category of Selection Qualification Age
General Duty Medical Officers (GDMOs)
as Captain (Male / Female)
MBBS recognized by
PMDC / PMC
28 (on 1st
May 2022)
(relaxable up to 35 years)
General Duty Dental Officers (GDDOs)
as Captain (Male)
BDS - recognized by
PMDC / PMC
Classified Specialist (Specs) as Major
(a) Anesthesiology (HPG) (Male/Female)
(b) Dermatology (Male)
(c) Gynecology (HPG) (Female)
(d) General Medicine (Male/Female)
(e) Pathology (HPG ) (Male)
(f) Psychiatry (Male)
(g) Surgeon (HPG) (Male/Female)
(h) Pediatrics (Male/Female)
(i) Family Medicine (Male/Female)
(j) Tropical and Infectious Disease (Male/Female)
(k) Radiology (Male)
MBBS with higher postgraduate
qualifications i.e. MRCOG, FCPS
(Pak), FRCS, MS American
Boards / Certificate or equivalent
in respective specialty
Sub Specialist (Medicine and Allied) as Major
(a) Cardiology (Adult) (Male/Female)
(b) Gastroenterology (Adult) (Male/Female)
(c) Pulmonology (Adult) (Female)
(d) Critical Care Med (Male/Female)
(e) Clinical Haematology (Male / Female)
(f) Rheumatology (Male/Female)
(g) Endocrinology (Male/Female)
(h) Nephrology (Male/Female)
(i) Neurology (Male/Female)
MBBS with higher postgraduate
qualifications i.e. FCPS (Pak) or
equivalent foreign qualification in
General Medicine and FCPS (Pak)
or equivalent foreign qualification
in respective specialty
32 (on 1st
May 2022)
- 40 years
Sub Specialist (Medicine and Allied) as Major
(a) Neonatology (Male/Female)
(b) Cardiology (Male/Female)
(c) Oncology (Male/Female)
MBBS with higher postgraduate
qualifications i.e. FCPS (Pak) or
equivalent foreign qualification in
Peads and FCPS (Pak) or
equivalent foreign qualification
in Neonatology
Sub Specialist (Surgical and Allied) as Major
(a) Cardiac Surgery (Adult) (Male/Female)
(b) Neuro Surgery (Adult) (Male/Female)
(c) Ortho Surgery (Adult) (Male/Female)
(d) Paeds Surgery (Male/Female)
(e) Thoracic Surgery (Adult) (Male/Female)
(f) Urology (Adult) (Male/Female)
(g) Vascular Surgery (Adult) (Male / Female)
(h) Cardiac Surgery (Male/Female)
MBBS with higher postgraduate
qualifications i.e. FCPS (Pak) or
equivalent foreign qualification in
General Surgery and FCPS (Pak)
or equivalent foreign qualification
in respective specialty
Sub Specialist (Surgical and Allied) as Major
(a) Cardiac Anaes (Adult) (Male/Female)
(b) Cardiac Anaes (Peads) (Male/Female)
(c) Pain Management (Male/Female)
MBBS with higher postgraduate
qualifications i.e. FCPS (Pak) or
equivalent foreign qualification in
Aneas and FCPS (Pak) or
equivalent foreign qualification
in Cardiac Aneas

Classified Specialist as Major
(a) OMFS Qualified (Male)
(b) Prosthodontics Qualified (Male)
(c) Orthodontics (Male)
(d) Periodontics Qualified (Male)
BDS with higher postgraduate
qualifications i.e FCPS (Pak-III), or
equivalent in respective specialty

Note: Candidates qualified from Government Institutes shall be preferred.
Appearing candidates can also apply subject to Hope Certificate issued by the concerned Institution. Such candidates must deposit their certificates / mark sheets along with PMDC Certificate to PA Directorate before 3rd week of March 2022, otherwise they will not be considered for selection / Induction in 1st Half 2022.

b. Marital Status
Male - Married / Unmarried
Female - Married / Unmarried

c. Nationality 
Citizens of Pakistan and domicile holders of Azad Kashmir/ Gilgit Baltistan. Upon final selection, candidates with dual nationality will have to surrender nationalities other than Pakistani.

d. Physical Standards
Minimum Height
Male Candidates - 5’ - 4” (162.5 cm)
Female Candidates - 5 ‘- 0” (152.4 cm)
Weight - As per the Body Mass Index


Ineligibility Criteria

1) A candidate with specific higher qualification is eligible even if he is twice rejected by ISSB for PMA / OTS / JCA / Graduate Course or equivalent Naval / PAF Courses.
2) A candidate with specific higher qualification, who is rejected once by ISSB for PMA / OTS / JCA / Graduate Course or equivalent Naval / PAF Courses and once rejected for specific higher qualification entry, will not be eligible for third chance.
3) Permanently declared UNFIT by Appeal Medical Board.
4) Withdrawn from any Academy / Training Institution of Armed Forces on any ground.
5) Withdrawn from any bonded Armed Forces college / institution on disciplinary grounds.
6) Dismissed / removed / debarred from Government Services including Armed Forces.
7) Convicted in a Court of Law for an offence involving moral turpitude.
8) Declared medically unfit due to Hepatitis B & C (Appeal Medical Board cannot be requested).
9) Declared unfit by any Armed Forces Hospital except those cleared by Appeal Medical Board.


Registration and Preliminary Selection Procedure

Registrations are Open!
Last Date to Apply: 13th January 2022

Registration through Internet
A candidate can register on website Join Pakistan Army (Click Here). Date and time of test shall be intimated on internet, for which the individual should have an e-mail account. Candidates will report on exact date and time given for preliminary test on computerized roll no slip. Date once given will not be changed. Candidates will also bring required documents.

Registration at AS&RCs
Candidates may report at nearest AS&RCs for registration / allotment of roll no along with necessary documents.

Overseas Candidates (Pakistani Nationals)
Overseas candidates can apply at nearest Consulate General of Pakistan. Defence Attache will forward the applications of suitable candidates to PA Directorate, GHQ after stamping as OVERSEAS. PA Directorate will intimate the date and time of preliminary tests closer to ISSB Tests / GHQ Selection Board. Candidates will report on exact date  and time given for preliminary tests at nominated AS&RCs. A date once given will not be changed. Candidates will also bring required documents.
Note: Candidates MUST attain working knowledge of computer as registration and tests will be conducted on computers.


Written / Intelligence / Personality Tests

Professional Written test and Intelligence / Personality tests based on multiple choice questions will be conducted at AS&RCs.
Preliminary Tests: 17th February - 27th February 2022


Preliminary Medical Tests

Candidates will undergo initial medical test at AS&RCs.

Further Selection

Candidates who are selected by AS&RCs will be called for interview by GHQ Selection Board at Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi. Medical examination of recommended candidates will be carried out at nearby CMHs. The final selection will be made at GHQ on the basis of candidates overall performance.


Training Period

22 weeks Basic Military Training (BMT) at AMC Centre Abbottabad for males (GDMOs / GDDOs / Specialists) and 22 weeks Basic Military Training at AFPGMI Rawalpindi for female (GDMOs / Specialists).


Bond

Short Service Regular Commission (SSRC)
Finally, selected candidates will be required to sign a bond to serve the Army for a minimum period of 5 years. The applicability of bond will commence on successful completion of basic military training at AFPGMI Rawalpindi and AMC Centre Abbottabad.

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