The Pakistan Navy offers a professional and specialized entry path for technical diploma holders through the Direct Entry Sailor (DES) program. This program is designed for individuals with DAE or B.Tech qualifications in fields like Computer Science, IT, or Software Engineering. Unlike regular sailors, DES applicants are selected directly for technical positions based on their expertise.
This opportunity is ideal for network administrators, hardware technicians, software developers, or any IT-qualified individual looking to serve their country in a disciplined, professional environment while building a promising technical career.
๐ป Direct Entry Sailor โ ITT-I Branch
๐ Joining Criteria
Branch: ITT-I (Information Technology Technician – I)
Age: 18 to 22 years
Marital Status: Married / Unmarried
Height: Minimum 5’4″ (162.5 cm)
Educational Qualification:
Matric (Science) with at least 65% marks
DAE in IT / Computer / CS / Software Engineering with at least 50% marks
๐งช Selection Procedure
Online Registration at: joinpaknavy.gov.pk
Written Tests:
Intelligence Test
Academic Test (based on DAE syllabus + GK)
Professional Test (IT field questions)
Physical Test
Medical Examination
Personality Test
Initial Interview
Final Interview by Naval Selection Board
๐ Test Pattern
Test Type | MCQs | Time |
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Intelligence (Verbal/Non-Verbal) | 40 | 18 minutes |
Academic (DAE + GK) | 40 | 18 minutes |
Professional Test (IT-based) | โ | Separate |
๐ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Running: 1.6 Km in 8 minutes
Push-ups: 15 reps
Sit-ups: 15 reps
Chin-ups: 4 reps
๐งโ๐ป Direct Entry Sailor โ LITT Branch
๐ Joining Criteria
Branch: LITT (Leading Information Technology Technician)
Age: 22 to 27 years
Marital Status: Married / Unmarried
Height: Minimum 5’4″ (162.5 cm)
Educational Qualification:
Matric (Science) with at least 65% marks
DAE in IT / CS / Computer Engineering with at least 50% marks
At least 5 years of relevant IT experience
๐งช Selection Procedure
Online Registration at: joinpaknavy.gov.pk
Intelligence Test
Academic Test (DAE + GK)
Professional IT Test
Experience verification
Physical Test
Medical & Personality Assessment
Final Interview and Selection
๐ Test Pattern
Test Type | MCQs | Time |
---|---|---|
Intelligence | 40 | 18 minutes |
Academic (DAE + GK) | 40 | 18 minutes |
Professional Test (IT-based) | โ | Separate |
๐ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Running: 1.6 Km in 8 minutes
Push-ups: 15 reps
Sit-ups: 15 reps
Chin-ups: 4 reps
๐ฅ๏ธ Direct Entry Sailor โ ITA-IV Branch
๐ Joining Criteria
Branch: ITA-IV (Information Technology Assistant – IV)
Age: 22 to 27 years
Marital Status: Married / Unmarried
Height: Minimum 5’4″ (162.5 cm)
Educational Qualification:
Matric (Science) with at least 65% marks
DAE in IT / CS / Computer Engineering with at least 50% marks and 10 years of experience
ORB.Tech in IT / CS / CIT with at least 50% marks or CGPA โฅ 2.5
๐งช Selection Procedure
Online Registration via: joinpaknavy.gov.pk
Intelligence Test
Academic Test (DAE or B.Tech based)
Professional Test in IT
Medical Examination
Personality Test
Final Interview and Board Review
๐ Test Pattern
Test Type | MCQs | Time |
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Intelligence | 40 | 18 minutes |
Academic (DAE/B.Tech + GK) | 40 | 18 minutes |
Professional Test (Advanced IT) | โ | Separate |
๐ Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Running: 1.6 Km in 8 minutes
Push-ups: 15 reps
Sit-ups: 15 reps
Chin-ups: 4 reps
๐ฏ Why Choose the Direct Entry Sailor (DES) Path?
Joining the Pakistan Navy as a Direct Entry Sailor in the IT field opens doors to a highly respected and specialized government career. You’ll not only serve your nation with pride, but also:
๐จโ๐ป Apply your IT skills in secure defense environments
๐ข Work on modern naval technologies and systems
๐ Grow in both military and civil technology careers
๐งโ๐ซ Get continuous training and professional development
๐ผ Earn a stable government job with pensions and allowances
๐ฅ Enjoy free medical, housing, and family welfare
๐ Quick Checklist Before You Apply
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Matric (Science) with at least 65% marks
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DAE or B.Tech (with minimum required marks)
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Relevant IT experience (for LITT & ITA-IV)
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Height: 5’4″ (162.5 cm) or more
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Age: 18โ27 depending on branch
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Register online at joinpaknavy.gov.pk
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Prepare for all tests: intelligence, academic, professional
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Maintain physical fitness for PET
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Keep documents ready for medical, interviews & verification