An officer’s commission is the Army’s leadership track. Whether you enter after intermediate or after a university degree, every route passes through the same gate: initial test → physical → medical → ISSB → final interview → PMA Kakul.
Routes & requirements at a glance
| Route | Education | Age | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| PMA Long Course | Intermediate (2nd div.) | 16½–22 | All 5 incl. ISSB |
| Technical Cadet Course | FSc Pre-Eng (65%+) | 16½–22 | All 5 incl. ISSB |
| DSSC (graduate branches) | Graduation / BE | 18–28 | All 5 incl. ISSB |
| Lady Cadet Course | Graduation (16 yrs) | 19–29 | All 5 incl. ISSB |
| SSRC - EME | BE Electrical / Mech | 20–30 | All 5 incl. ISSB |
| Medical Cadet | FSc Pre-Med (65%+) | 17–21 | All 5 incl. ISSB |
Your action plan
- Pick your route by education and age - the table above is your shortlist.
- Confirm physical standards on the physical test page and start training now.
- Register online or at your Selection Centre when the course is advertised.
- Prepare the initial test - officer courses weight intelligence questions heavily.
- After clearing, keep your ISSB documents ready and read the ISSB guide thoroughly.
What “commission” means
Commissioned officers hold the President’s Commission - starting as Second Lieutenant and rising through Captain, Major, Lieutenant Colonel and beyond. The journey begins with two years at the Pakistan Military Academy, Kakul.
Register on the official portal: joinpakarmy.gov.pk. Verify every date against the latest advertisement.