How to Join Pakistan Army 2026 | Complete Guide for Online Registration For Pakistan Army

If you want to join Pakistan Army in 2026, then first you have to apply online. You can apply online on the official Pakistan Army website, joinpakarmy.gov.pk. After applying, you have to give some tests like the written test, medical tests and physical tests. If you want to become an officer in Pakistan Army, then you have to give the ISSB test. You can join Pakistan Army after Matric, Intermediate and Graduation.

Ways to Join Pakistan Army

Boys and girls both can join Pakistan Army in different ways.

For Boys

• Soldier (Sipahi): If you have passed Matric, you can apply for Soldier. Your age should be 17 to 23 years.
• PMA Long Course: If you have passed Intermediate and want to become an Army officer, you can apply for PMA Long Course. Your age should be 17 to 22 years.
• Technical Cadet Course (TCC): If you have FSc Pre-Engineering, you can apply to become an Army engineer.
• Medical Cadet Course (MCC): If you have FSc Pre-Medical, you can apply to become an Army doctor or dentist.
• Graduate Course: If you have a bachelor degree, you can apply for an officer job. Your age can be up to 25 years.
• Naib Khateeb: If you have completed Dars-e-Nizami, you can apply for Naib Khateeb. You teach religious things in the Army.

For Girls

• Lady Cadet Course (LCC): Girls with a graduation degree can apply. They can work in Army offices, schools or stores.
• Army Medical and Nursing Corps (AFNS): Girls with FSc Pre-Medical can apply for Army nursing.
• Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC): Doctors, engineers and IT specialists can join the Army through this way. The age limit is up to 28 years.

Basic Requirements

Before you apply, check if you are eligible.

Nationality

To get a job in Pakistan Army, you must be a Pakistani citizen. People from Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan can also apply for Army jobs. Only Pakistani citizens can join the Pakistan Army. If you have citizenship of two countries, you have to leave the other country’s citizenship before joining Pakistan Army.

Age Limit

• Soldier: 17 to 23 years
• PMA Long Course: 17 to 22 years, and up to 25 years depending on degree
• Graduate Course: Up to 25 years
• Lady Cadet Course / Specialists: Up to 28 years

Education

• Soldier: Matric with 45% to 50% marks
• Graduate Course: BA/BSc with 60% marks, or BS/BBA with 50% marks
• PMA Long Course: Intermediate with at least 60% marks
• O-Level and A-Level: You need an equivalence certificate from IBCC office before applying.

Physical Requirements

• Male Height: Minimum 5 feet 4 inches. Some soldier jobs need 5 feet 6 inches.
• Female Height: Minimum 5 feet 2 inches.
• Male Chest: 32 inches normal and it should increase 2 inches when you take breath.
• Eyesight: It should be 6/9 in both eyes. Glasses can be allowed for some office jobs.
• Health: You should not have serious problem in heart, bones or teeth.
• You have to be unmarried for most courses.
• You also need clean police record and good character certificate.

How to Apply

1. Go to Website

First, go to joinpakarmy.gov.pk and apply online. Do not use a fake website. Do not give money to any agent.

2. Select Your Course

Choose a course that matches your age and education.

3. Fill the Form

Fill the form carefully. Write your name and other details correctly. Check everything before you submit the form.

4. Print Registration Slip

After you apply, download and print your Registration Slip. You will need this slip when you go for the test. It has your roll number and test center name.

5. Written Test

After applying, you will first take the written test. It can have questions from these topics:

• General Knowledge
• English
• Math
• Pakistan Studies

Officer candidates also give intelligence test.

6. Physical Test

After the written test, you also need to pass the physical test. In this test, you have to do:

• Running
• Sit Ups
• Push Ups

So, you should practice well before the physical test.

7. Medical Test

After passing the physical test, you will have a medical test at the Army Medical Center. Doctors will check your eyes, ears, teeth and heart.

8. ISSB Test

If you want to become an Army officer, you have to take the ISSB test. The ISSB test takes a few days. It includes mind tests, group work and interviews. You can take the ISSB test only two times in your life.

9. Final Selection

If you are selected, you will receive a letter for training at Pakistan Military Academy Kakul or another training center.

Documents You Need

• Original CNIC or B-Form and your father’s CNIC
• Original school result cards and certificates
• Fresh passport size pictures
• Domicile certificate
• Printed registration slip
• Character certificate from local police or school
• Hope Certificate if your final school result is not out yet

Tips for Test

• Run every day and do push-ups and sit-ups at home.
• Read general knowledge books.
• Be honest in the ISSB interview. Do not use fake answers.
• Keep your teeth clean and stay healthy for the test.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is minimum age to join Pakistan Army in 2026?

For most courses, the minimum age is 17 years. The maximum age is 22 to 28 years, depending on the course.

2. Can girls join Pakistan Army?

Yes, girls can join Army through Lady Cadet Course, AFNS Nursing, or as specialist doctors and engineers.

3. Is there age relaxation for graduates?

Yes, graduates can get some extra age relaxation. Their age limit can be higher than Intermediate candidates.

4. How many times can I give ISSB test?

You can give ISSB test maximum two times in your whole life.

5. Do I have to pay registration fee?

No, you do not have to pay any fee to apply online on the official website.