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PAK Army Psychologist

The Pakistan Army provides a unique and prestigious opportunity for qualified individuals to serve as Psychologists through Short Service Commission (SSC). As a psychologist in the Army, your role goes far beyond clinical duties β€” you become an integral part of a highly respected institution, contributing to the mental readiness, psychological resilience, and emotional well-being of Pakistan’s armed forces. Psychologists in the military play a critical role in conducting psychological assessments, identifying behavioral issues, improving training outcomes, and enhancing soldier performance through mental strength and cognitive strategies. You will be involved in guiding troops through stress management, trauma handling, and emotional intelligence development β€” all while working alongside experienced professionals in a disciplined and high-impact environment.

This role is ideal for motivated psychology graduates who seek to apply their academic expertise in a practical, national service context. It not only gives you the platform to grow your career within a structured and esteemed setup, but also lets you contribute directly to the defense of the country by strengthening the minds that protect the borders.


πŸ“ JOINING CRITERIA

  • Commission: Short Service Commission (SSC)

  • Age: Up to 28 years

  • Nationality: Male citizen of Pakistan

  • Marital Status: Married or Unmarried

  • Height Requirement: Minimum 5 feet 4 inches (162.5 cm)

πŸ“š Education Prerequisite:

  • M.Sc. or BS in Psychology (16 years education)


🚫 INELIGIBILITY CONDITIONS

The following candidates are not eligible to apply:

  • ❌ Twice rejected by ISSB

  • ❌ Thrice failed in Initial Tests (Intelligence/Academic)

  • ❌ Appeared in ISSB within last 120 days

  • ❌ Dismissed/removed/debarred from Govt service or Armed Forces

  • ❌ Convicted by court for any heinous offence

  • ❌ Permanently unfit by Appeal Medical Board (AMB)

  • ❌ Unfit by any Armed Forces Hospital unless cleared by AMB

  • ❌ Declared medically unfit due to Hepatitis B/C

  • ❌ Withdrawn from any military/armed forces college on disciplinary grounds

  • ❌ Tampering of certificates or forgery will result in permanent ineligibility

  • ❌ Positive drug test from military medical facilities

  • ❌ Trained by private coaching academies for ISSB (disqualified if detected)

πŸ“ Note: ISSB assesses natural officer potential. Coaching may result in contradictions in personality traits and reduce selection chances.


πŸ“‹ SELECTION PROCEDURE

🌐 Online Registration

  • Visit: www.joinpakarmy.gov.pk

  • Wait for the exam slip (5–7 working days)

  • Fee: Rs. 300/-

  • Deposit IBAN: PK46NBPA0330004256466227

  • Title: Registration and Examination Fee Personnel Administration Directorate


🧠 Initial Tests

  • Intelligence Test (MCQs):

    • Verbal: 84 questions – 30 minutes

    • Non-Verbal: 64 questions – 30 minutes

  • Academic Test (Subject Based):

    • 50 MCQs – 30 minutes


πŸ’ͺ PHYSICAL TESTS

Minimum physical criteria:

  • πŸƒβ€β™‚οΈ Running: 1.6 Km in 9 minutes

  • πŸ”„ Push-ups: 10 reps in 2 minutes

  • πŸŒ€ Crunches: 10 reps in 2 minutes

  • πŸ’ͺ Pull-ups: 2 reps in 2 minutes

πŸ”Έ Better performance gets higher marks.


🩺 MEDICAL EXAMINATION

  • Preliminary Medical Exam at Army Recruitment Center

  • Detailed Medical Exam for ISSB-recommended candidates at CMHs


🎯 FINAL SELECTION & TRAINING

  • Interview by GHQ Selection Board at respective AS&RCs

  • Final merit based on complete performance

  • Training: 6 months at Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul


πŸ“‚ DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Candidates must bring:

  • βœ… Original & attested copies of all educational certificates/degrees

  • βœ… Domicile certificate (attested)

  • βœ… CNIC (original + photocopies)

  • βœ… 4 passport-sized photos (attested)

  • βœ… NOC (if currently employed in any Govt department)

  • βœ… Deposit slip of Rs. 300/- paid at NBP GHQ Branch (IBAN: PK46NBPA0330004256466227)