Step-by-Step Guide: How to Join the Pakistan Army

In this guide learn how to join Pak Army: 

1. PMA Long Course (PMA L/C)

Eligibility:

• Gender: Male only
• Age: 17 to 22 years
• Education: FA/FSc or equivalent
• Nationality: Pakistani

Selection Process:

By following the process you can Join Pak Army through the PMA Long Course:

• Register online or at an Army Selection and Recruitment Centre (AS&RC).
• Initial Tests include written tests encompassing cognitive and academic disciplines.
• Medical and physical tests include a medical checkup and a fitness test.
• Interviews and physiological tests are conducted by the selection board.
• Successful candidates have to complete two years of training at the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA).

2. Armed Forces Nursing Services (AFNS)

Following are the eligibility criteria and selection process for army nursing jobs: 

Eligibility:

• Gender: Female only
• Age: 17 to 25 years
• Education: Matric with Science (minimum 60% marks) and FSc Pre-Medical (minimum 50% marks)
• Nationality: Pakistani

Selection Process:

The selection process to Join Pak Army through the Armed Forces Nursing Services is given below: 

• Register online or at an AS&RC.
• A written test encompassing cognitive and academic disciplines.
• Medical and physical tests include a medical checkup and a fitness test.
• Interviews and some physiological tests are conducted. 
• Successful applicants get nursing training at the Armed Forces Postgraduate Medical Institute (AFPGMI) and military training at the AFNS School of Nursing.

Army Jobs for Women 

Only pre-medical ladies who have completed their F.Sc. can enroll in nurse or doctor programs. The Pakistan Army's non-medical female recruiting aims to nominate people for the Short Service Commission through Lady Cadet Training, which requires seven additional advanced degrees.

3. Medical Cadet Course (MC)

Medical Corps Overview:

• Branch of the Pakistan Army for medical cadets.
• Admission through the Army Selection and Recruitment Center (AS&RC) initial exam.

Education:

• Cadets are MBBS/BDS students at Army Medical College (AMC) Rawalpindi.
• Also includes six other CMH medical colleges in Pakistan.

Eligibility:

• Gender: Male only
• Age: 17 to 21 years
• Education: FSc Pre-Medical with minimum 70% marks
• Nationality: Pakistani

Eligibility Changes:

• Until 2008: Both girls and boys could apply.
• From 2009 onward: Only boys can apply (GHQ restriction).

Training and Career:

• After completing MBBS at AMC, cadets undergo military training at PMA Kakul.
• Upon passing out, they receive the rank of Captain.
• Postings to various CMH facilities across Pakistan.

4. Technical Cadet Course (TCC)

Eligibility:

• Gender: Male only
• Age: 17 to 21 years
• Education: FSc Pre-Engineering with minimum 65% marks
• Nationality: Pakistani

Training and career: 

• ASRC-selected MBBS students at Army Medical College are known as Medical Cadets.
• NUST engineering students recruited under ASRC are referred to as Gentleman Cadets (GC).
• After earning their degree, GCs get basic military training at PMA Kakul.
• They serve as Lieutenants in several corps of the Pakistan Army.
• Captain, Major, Lieutenant Colonel, Colonel, and Brigadier are among the positions available for advancement.
• Career Path: Aspiring Army Engineers can join the Pakistan Army after completing their FSc through the TCC.

Army civilian's jobs in Pakistan 

Pakistan Army offers civilian army recruitment  which includes: 

• Clerks 
• IT specialists
• Technical staff 
• Legal advisors 
• Finance and accounts 
• Public relation officers 
• Psychologists 
• Finance and accounts 

A step-by-step guide to join Pak Army 

To begin the application process for military jobs, visit the official website: www.joinpakarmy.gov.pk. 

Steps for Online Registration 2024:

• Go to joinpakarmy.gov.pk.
• Click on the “Registration” tab.
• Fill out the online application form with accurate information and submit it with the registration slip. 
• After registration, you will take a written test then Physical and medical examinations will be conducted on applicants who pass the written test.
• Candidates who pass physical and medical examinations will be invited for a first interview to assess communication skills, personality, and confidence.
• After final selection, successful candidates will get joining instructions and start training at their centers.

Conclusion: 

Joining the Pakistan army is the dream of every person that comes with attractive benefits and security. We have compiled a guide above for you on how to Join Pak Army including eligibility criteria and the selection process. Take the first step towards this and serve your country and people.