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About this entry
The Federal Public Service Commission advertised 25 Assistant Director (BPS-17) vacancies for FIA in 2022. Candidates applied exclusively through the FPSC online portal between 6 March 2022 and 28 March 2022.
Selection comprised a written screening test (English, analytical reasoning, law and current affairs), a descriptive written examination for shortlisted candidates, psychological assessment and an interview before the FPSC board, followed by departmental character verification.
Selected officers completed induction training at the FIA Academy and were posted to investigation wings across Pakistan. This cycle has concluded; the requirements below mirror the 2022 advertisement for future preparation.
Quota note: Federal quota distribution (provincial, women, minority and special-person seats) applied as per the official advertisement.
Eligibility requirements
- Masters or Bachelor (Hons) degree (2nd division or better) from an HEC-recognized institution.
- Age 21 to 28 years with FPSC relaxation rules applied.
- Pakistani citizen with valid CNIC; federal quota applied.
- Meeting FIA officer-grade medical and physical standards.
- No pending litigation or dismissal record.
- Applications closed on 28 March 2022.
Tests you will face
Selection for this entry follows the standard pipeline. Read each stage’s full guide before test day:
How to apply - step by step
- Register online on the official Pakistan Army recruitment portal (joinpakarmy.gov.pk), or report to the nearest Army Selection & Recruitment Centre as advertised.
- Fill in personal, educational and domicile details carefully and choose your test centre.
- Deposit the prescribed test fee (if applicable) and keep the receipt safe.
- Download or collect your roll number slip with the test date and reporting time.
- On test day, bring original documents and reach the centre before the reporting time.
- Clear the initial test → physical → medical (→ ISSB for officer entries) to reach the final merit list.
Apply only through the official channel: use the department's own portal or the prescribed application method mentioned in the advertisement. Beware of agents and unofficial fee collectors.
Documents to bring on test day
- Original CNIC / B-Form (and a photocopy)
- Domicile certificate
- All educational certificates & marks sheets (original + copies)
- Father’s / guardian’s CNIC copy
- 6× passport-size photographs (blue background)
- Registration slip / roll number slip and fee receipt
- Experience or special certificates (hafiz-e-Quran, sports, NCC etc.)
Benefits & career path
- BPS-17 officer pay with investigation and risk allowances
- Official residence or house-rent allowance in posting city
- Family medical care and government welfare facilities
- Fast promotion prospects towards Deputy Director and Director ranks
Disclaimer: JoinPakArmy.pk is an independent information portal. We are not associated with the Pakistan Army in any capacity, and this is not an official Pakistan Army website. All content is for guidance only - verify every date, requirement and procedure on the official portal joinpakarmy.gov.pk before applying.
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