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About this entry
FIA advertised 100+ posts of Sub-Inspector (Investigation, uniformed) in 2023. Candidates applied online between 15 May 2023 and 5 June 2023, and the written examination was conducted at designated centres nationwide.
The selection process included a professional and general ability written test, physical measurement and efficiency assessment, a detailed character verification covering personal and family background, psychological screening, and a final interview before the selection board.
Successful candidates completed basic training at the FIA Academy before posting to investigation circles. This recruitment cycle has concluded; the pattern below supports preparation for upcoming FIA advertisements.
Quota note: Federal quota distribution (provincial, women, minority and special-person seats) applied as per the official advertisement.
Eligibility requirements
- Pakistani citizen holding valid CNIC and relevant domicile.
- Intermediate or Bachelor degree with at least 2nd division.
- Age 18 to 28 years per the official advertisement.
- Meeting FIA height, chest and physical efficiency standards.
- Clear antecedents verified through police record and intelligence checks.
- Registration closed on 5 June 2023.
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-14 pay scale with investigation and risk allowances
- Departmental housing and medical facilities for family
- Promotion track towards Inspector and higher ranks
- Pension, gratuity and government welfare schemes
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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