The Pakistan Navy Sailor ranks offer one of the most disciplined, honorable, and secure career paths for the youth of Pakistan. From serving onboard warships to maintaining ports, preparing meals, and handling transport or public order, Sailors are the operational backbone of the Pakistan Navy.
Joining the Navy as a Sailor not only provides a chance to serve your nation but also offers free medical, education, technical training, and long-term career growth. Whether you’re interested in technical trades, physical roles, or support services, there is a branch for everyone.
In this complete guide, you will find detailed information about all Sailor branches, their joining criteria, selection procedure, test formats, physical requirements, concessions, and required documents.
🔧 Technical Branch
Joining Criteria
Age: 16 to 20 years
Marital Status: Unmarried
Height: Minimum 5’4″ (162.5 cm)
Education: Matric (Science) with at least 65% marks
Selection Procedure
Online Registration: joinpaknavy.gov.pk
Online Tests:
Intelligence Test (Verbal & Non-Verbal)
Academic Test: English, Math, Physics, Chemistry, General Knowledge, Islamic Studies
Test Pattern
Test Type | MCQs | Time |
---|---|---|
Intelligence (Verbal/Non-Verbal) | 40 | 18 minutes |
Academic | 40 | 18 minutes |
Physical Test Requirements
Running: 1.6 Km in 8 min
Push-ups: 15 reps (2 min)
Sit-ups: 15 reps (2 min)
Chin-ups: 4 reps (2 min)
Other Evaluations
Medical Exam at PNR&SC
Personality Test: Sentence completion, picture story, etc.
Initial & Final Interview
Final Selection: Call letter issued to selected candidates
👮 Naval Police Branch
Joining Criteria
Age: 16 to 20 years
Marital Status: Unmarried
Height: Minimum 5’7″ (170 cm)
Education: Matric (Science or Arts) with minimum 60% marks
Selection Procedure
Online Registration & Test
Science Group Test Subjects: English, Math, Physics, Chemistry, General Knowledge
Arts Group Test Subjects: English, General Math, General Science, General Knowledge
Test Pattern
Test Type | MCQs | Time |
---|---|---|
Intelligence (Verbal/Non-Verbal) | 40 | 18 minutes |
Academic | 40 | 18 minutes |
Physical Test
Running: 1.6 Km in 8 min
Push-ups, Sit-ups, Chin-ups: Same standards as above
Additional Stages
Medical Examination
Personality Assessment
Interviews
Final Selection Call Letter
🪖 Marine Branch
Joining Criteria
Age: 17 to 21 years
Marital Status: Unmarried
Height: Minimum 5’6″ (167.5 cm)
Education: Matric (Science) with minimum 60% marks
Selection Procedure
Online Registration and Tests covering:
Intelligence: Verbal & Non-Verbal
Academic: English, Math, Physics, Chemistry, General Knowledge
Test Pattern
Test Type | MCQs | Time |
---|---|---|
Intelligence (Verbal/Non-Verbal) | 40 | 18 minutes |
Academic | 40 | 18 minutes |
Physical Fitness Requirements
Running: 1.6 Km in 8 min
Push-ups, Sit-ups, Chin-ups: Standard format
Interview, Medical, and Finalization
Medical Exam
Personality Test (written)
Interviews
Call Letter for Final Selection
🍽️ Chef / Steward Branch
Joining Criteria
Age: 16 to 20 years
Marital Status: Unmarried
Height: Minimum 5’4″ (162.5 cm)
Education: Matric (Science or Arts) with minimum 50% marks
Selection Process
Registration and Online Tests
Science Subjects: English, Math, Physics, Chemistry, GK
Arts Subjects: English, General Math, General Science, GK
Intelligence Test: Verbal and Non-Verbal
Test Pattern
Test Type | MCQs | Time |
---|---|---|
Intelligence (Verbal/Non-Verbal) | 40 | 18 minutes |
Academic | 40 | 18 minutes |
Physical Test
Running: 1.6 Km in 8 min
Push-ups, Sit-ups, Chin-ups
Final Evaluations
Medical Test
Personality Test
Interviews
Selection Letter
🚗 MTD (Mechanical Transport Driver) Branch
Joining Criteria
Age: 18 to 24 years
Marital Status: Unmarried
Height: Minimum 5’4″ (162.5 cm)
Education: Matric (Science/Arts) with at least 50% marks
License Requirement: Valid driving license for Motor Car/Jeep
Selection Procedure
Online Registration through: joinpaknavy.gov.pk
Online Test:
Science Group Subjects: English, Math, Physics, Chemistry, GK
Arts Group Subjects: English, General Math, General Science, GK
Intelligence Test: Verbal & Non-Verbal
Driving Test: Practical test for vehicle handling
Test Pattern
Test Type | MCQs | Time |
---|---|---|
Intelligence (Verbal/Non-Verbal) | 40 | 18 minutes |
Academic | 40 | 18 minutes |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Running: 1.6 Km in 8 minutes
Push-ups: 15 reps
Sit-ups: 15 reps
Chin-ups: 4 reps
Additional Steps
Medical Test
Written Personality Test
Interviews
Final Selection Letter
🎼 Musician Branch
Joining Criteria
Age: 16 to 20 years
Marital Status: Unmarried
Height: Minimum 5’7″ (170 cm)
Education: Matric (Science/Arts) with minimum 50% marks
Selection Procedure
Registration + Online Tests based on educational background
Intelligence Test: Verbal & Non-Verbal
Academic Test: According to Science or Arts group syllabus
Test Pattern
Test Type | MCQs | Time |
---|---|---|
Intelligence (Verbal/Non-Verbal) | 40 | 18 minutes |
Academic | 40 | 18 minutes |
Physical Test
1.6 Km Running
Push-ups, Sit-ups, Chin-ups (standard reps)
Further Process
Medical Check
Personality Assessment
Interviews
Call Letter Issuance
🏋️ PTI (Physical Training Instructor) Branch
Joining Criteria
Age: 16 to 20 years
Marital Status: Unmarried
Height: Minimum 5’6 ½” (168.75 cm)
Education: Matric (Science/Arts) with at least 60% marks
Sports Requirement: Must have certificate in any one sport at school level
Selection Procedure
Registration + Online Intelligence & Academic Tests (Science or Arts group-based)
Test Pattern
Test Type | MCQs | Time |
---|---|---|
Intelligence (Verbal/Non-Verbal) | 40 | 18 minutes |
Academic | 40 | 18 minutes |
Physical Efficiency Test
Running: 2.5 Km in 12 minutes 45 seconds
Push-ups: 15 reps
Sit-ups: 15 reps
Chin-ups: 4 reps
Medical & Interview
Full medical evaluation
Personality test (written)
Interview
Final Selection
🧹 Sanitary Worker Branch
Joining Criteria
Age: 17 to 21 years
Marital Status: Unmarried
Height: Minimum 5’4″ (162.5 cm)
Education: Middle Pass
Selection Process
Registration & Online Tests
Intelligence Test
Academic Test: Based on Middle-level syllabus and General Knowledge
Test Pattern
Test Type | MCQs | Time |
---|---|---|
Intelligence (Verbal/Non-Verbal) | 40 | 18 minutes |
Academic | 40 | 18 minutes |
Physical Efficiency Test
Running: 2.5 Km in 12.45 min
Push-ups, Sit-ups, Chin-ups
Medical & Interview
Physical exam
Personality test
Interview
Final selection call letter
🎯 Concessions / Relaxations
Category | Matric Marks Relaxation | Age Relaxation |
---|---|---|
Children of Shaheed Navy Employees | 15% | 2 Years |
Children of Navy Employees (Uniform/Civilian) | 5% | 1 Year |
Balochistan (Rural) | 15% | 1 Year |
Remote AJK Areas (e.g. Leepa, Neelum) | 15% | 1 Year |
Gilgit-Baltistan | 15% | 1 Year |
EX-FATA / PATA | 15% | 1 Year |
📋 Documents Required at PNR&SC
Candidates must bring the following documents during the recruitment process:
Original & Attested Copies of:
Matric / Middle Certificate
Detailed Marks Sheet (DMC)
CNIC or B-Form
Domicile
Passport Size Photographs:
3 colored photos, attested (front & back)
Online Registration Slip