Pakistan Army PMA Long Course 157 – Apply Now

For young, passionate patriots across Pakistan, the dream of leading with honor and serving the nation is now within reach. The Pakistan Army has officially announced the coveted PMA Long Course 157 for 2025, offering a golden opportunity to become a commissioned officer. This is your call to embark on a journey of discipline, courage, and unparalleled respect at the prestigious Pakistan Military Academy in Kakul.

With applications open from September 15 to October 24, 2025, the path to a prestigious career starts now. The benefits are exceptional: receive a monthly stipend of Rs. 30,000-35,000 during training and start your career as a second lieutenant with a salary of approximately Rs. 50,000+. The requirements are clear: male candidates aged 17-22 with at least 60% in Intermediate, meeting the physical standards, can step forward to answer this noble calling.

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What is PMA Long Course?

The PMA Long Course is the premier officer training program of the Pakistan Army, conducted at the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) in Kakul, Abbottabad.

• Duration: 2 years of rigorous, comprehensive training.
• Objective: To transform cadets into leaders of character, equipped to serve as Second Lieutenants in the Pakistan Army.
• Training Includes:
  • Military tactics, strategy, and weapon handling.
  • Intensive physical fitness and conditioning.
  • Leadership, discipline, and teamwork development.
  • Academic education in subjects like English, mathematics, science, and history.

Upon successful completion, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the Pakistan Army’s combat and support arms.

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Key Details at a Glance

• Registration Period: September 15, 2025 – October 24, 2025
• Training Duration: 2 Years
• Training Location: Pakistan Military Academy (PMA), Kakul
• Stipend during Training: Approximately Rs. 30,000 – 35,000 per month
• Rank upon Commissioning: Second Lieutenant
• Starting Salary after Commissioning: Approximately Rs. 50,000+

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality: Pakistani citizen (domicile from any province, including Azad Kashmir & Gilgit-Baltistan). Dual nationals must surrender foreign citizenship upon selection.
Gender: Male candidates only.
Marital Status: Unmarried (except for married serving personnel of the Armed Forces who are over 20 years of age).

Academic & Age Requirements:

Physical Requirements

• Minimum Height: 5 Feet 4 Inches (162.5 cm)
• Weight: As per Body Mass Index (BMI) standards.
• Visual Standards:
  • Distance Vision (with glasses): 6/9, 6/12
  • Near Vision: J2, J7, N8, N12 (with or without glasses)

Required Documents for Application

Candidates must prepare the following attested documents (attestation by a Grade-16 officer is mandatory):

1. Original and attested copies of Matric and Intermediate (FA/FSc) certificates and detailed mark sheets.
2. Original CNIC (for candidates over 18) or Computerized Form ‘B’ / Parent’s CNIC (for under 18).
3. 3x recent passport-size photographs, duly attested.
4. For Army candidates: Photocopy of ISSB “Recommended” letter.
5. For repeater candidates: Original and photocopy of ISSB “Not Recommended” letter.

The Selection Process

The selection is multi-stage and highly competitive:

1. Initial Registration: Online www.joinpakarmy.gov.pk or in person at an AS&RC.
2. Preliminary Tests: Written/intelligence tests in English, mathematics, Pakistan studies, Islamiat, and general knowledge.
3. Physical & Medical Tests: For those who pass the written exam.
4. Interview: Conducted at the Army Selection & Recruitment Centers (AS&RCs).
5. ISSB: The final and most comprehensive stage of testing (5-6 days) at an Inter Services Selection Board center.

How to Apply

There are two methods to apply:

1. Online Registration: The primary and recommended method. Visit the official website: [joinpakarmy.gov.pk].
2. In-Person Registration: Visit your nearest Army Selection & Recruitment Center (AS&RC). Major AS&RCs are located in:
   • Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta
   • Hyderabad, Multan, Faisalabad, D.I. Khan, Muzaffarabad
   • Gilgit, Khuzdar, Pano Aqil

Deadline for both methods is October 24, 2025.

Information for Female Candidates

The PMA Long Course is exclusively for male candidates. However, the Pakistan Army offers excellent alternative avenues for female candidates to become officers:

1. Lady Cadet Course (LCC): For female graduates to join as commissioned officers.
2. Armed Forces Nursing Service (AFNS): For females interested in a military nursing career.

Physical Standards for Female Candidates (for LCC/AFNS):

• 1.6 km run in 8 minutes
• 15 push-ups in 2 minutes
• 20 sit-ups in 2 minutes
• 3 chin-ups in 2 minutes
• Ditch crossing (7’4” x 7’4” and 4’ deep)

Conclusion

The announcement of PMA Long Course 157 is more than just a recruitment drive; it is an invitation to become part of an elite legacy of leadership and valor. This is your chance to transform ambition into action and to build a career defined by honor, discipline, and service to the nation. The path is challenging and demands the highest levels of physical and mental fortitude, but the reward—a commission as an officer in the Pakistan Army—is a privilege earned by the best.

If you meet the criteria and possess the unwavering spirit required, do not let this opportunity pass. Prepare your documents, train your body and mind, and mark your calendars for September 15, 2025. Your journey to becoming a leader in the world’s finest army begins at joinpakarmy.gov.pk.

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