The Pakistan Army offers a rewarding and honorable opportunity for young, dedicated, and physically fit males to serve the nation as Sepoy (Soldier). This entry-level position is the foundation of the military structure and plays a crucial role in safeguarding the country’s borders, participating in national defense operations, and upholding the values of discipline, bravery, and patriotism. 🇵🇰💂♂️
Whether you wish to serve as a General Duty Sepoy, Military Police, Technician, Clerk, Nursing Assistant, or in roles such as Cook or Sanitary Worker, the Pak Army provides various career paths under the Sepoy recruitment program. Every soldier is trained in professional warfare, combat survival, and physical endurance, ensuring they become a vital part of Pakistan’s defense force. This is not just a job – it is a lifelong commitment to the service of Pakistan with honor and pride. 🏞️⚔️
📝 JOINING CRITERIA
🔹 Age Limit:
17.5 to 23 years
🔹 Gender & Nationality:
Male citizens of Pakistan
🔹 Marital Status:
Unmarried
🔹 Minimum Height Requirements:
5 feet 6 inches (167.5 cm): General Duty Sepoy, Clerk, Nursing Assistant, Technician
5 feet 8 inches (172.72 cm): Military Police
5 feet (152.4 cm): Cook and Sanitary Worker
🔹 Educational Qualifications:
General Duty Sepoy: Matric
Military Police: Matric
Sepoy Clerk: Intermediate
Nursing Assistant: Intermediate
Technical (EME, AVN, Signals): Matric (Science)
Cook/Sanitary Worker: No formal education required (illiterate accepted)
Sons of Shuhada: Minimum Middle pass
⚙️ SELECTION PROCEDURE
🔹 Online Registration:
Visit www.joinpakarmy.gov.pk for online registration.
🏃 PHYSICAL TESTS
Candidates must pass the following physical challenges. Those with higher performance may receive preference:
1 Mile Run (1.6 km): Complete in 7 minutes
Push-Ups: 15 repetitions
Sit-Ups: 20 repetitions
Chin-Ups: 3 repetitions (within 2 minutes)
Ditch Crossing: 7 x 7 feet wide, 4 feet deep
📘 ACADEMIC & INTELLIGENCE TESTS
General Sepoy
Intelligence Test: 50 MCQs (Verbal & Non-Verbal)
Academic Test: 100 MCQs (English, Urdu, Math, GK, Islamiat, Geography)
Clerk
Intelligence Test: 50 MCQs
Academic Test: 100 MCQs (English, Computer, GK, Islamiat)
Technicians (VM/Electrician)
Intelligence Test: 50 MCQs
Academic Test: 100 MCQs (English, Math, Physics, GK, Islamiat)
EME/AVN Technicians
Intelligence Test: 50 MCQs
Academic Test: 100 MCQs (English, Math, Physics)
Signal Technicians
Intelligence Test: 50 MCQs
Academic Test: 100 MCQs (English, Math, Physics, GK)
Nursing Assistant
Intelligence Test: 50 MCQs
Academic Test: 100 MCQs (English, Biology, Physics, Chemistry)
🧠 PERSONALITY TEST
150 MCQs (English & Urdu)
Duration: 40 minutes
🏥 PRELIMINARY MEDICAL TESTS
Initial medical check-ups will be conducted at your nearest Army Selection & Recruitment Center (AS&RC) to ensure candidates meet the physical and medical standards of the Pakistan Army.
📨 FINAL INTERVIEW & SELECTION
Shortlisted candidates will be called for interviews at GHQ Selection Board
Interview centers include Rawalpindi, Lahore, Multan, Karachi, and Quetta
Final selection is made by GHQ based on complete merit and overall performance
📄 DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Please bring the following original documents along with two attested photocopies each:
🔹 Educational Certificates / Mark Sheets
🔹 Domicile Certificate
🔹 Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC)
🔹 Father’s CNIC (Attested Photocopy)
🔹 4 x Colored Passport-size Photographs (attested on front & back)
🔹 NOC (No Objection Certificate) if you are currently serving in a government department