Pakistan Army PMA Long Course 157 Jobs – Online Registration – Eligibility Criteria – Selection Process

Pakistan Army is inviting applications from eligible candidates for the posts of Commissioned Officer. The Advertisement has been published on 14 September, 2025. Last Date to apply for the above mentioned jobs is 24 October, 2025. Total No of Vacancies are 500.

Pakistan Army PMA Long Course 157 Jobs Summary

Nationality

• Male citizens of Pakistan
• Candidates from AJK / Gilgit-Baltistan are eligible
• Dual nationality holders must surrender their foreign nationality upon final selection

Gender & Marital Status

• Gender: Male only
• Marital Status: Unmarried (Married serving personnel of Armed Forces over 20 years of age are eligible)

Age Limits

• Intermediate (FA / FSc): 17–22 years
• Graduates (2-year program): 17–23 years
• Graduates (4-year program): 17–24 years
• Serving Army Soldiers: 17–25 years

Physical Standards

• Minimum Height: 5’4” (162.5 cm)
• Weight: As per Body Mass Index (BMI)

Education

• Minimum 60% marks in FA / FSc or equivalent
• Relaxation: 55% marks for candidates from Balochistan & FATA
• O/A Levels candidates must provide an equivalence certificate from IBCC

Selection Process – PMA Long Course 157

The selection process involves multiple stages to ensure only the most capable candidates join the Pakistan Army:

1. Online Registration: Apply online at www.joinpakarmy.gov.pk or visit the nearest Army Selection & Recruitment Center (AS&RC).
2. Initial Tests: Written, intelligence, and personality assessments (verbal & non-verbal reasoning).
3. Medical Examination: Conducted at AS&RCs.
4. Physical Tests:
   • 1.6 km run in 8 minutes
   • 15 pushups in 2 minutes
   • 15 sit-ups in 2 minutes
   • 3 chin-ups in 2 minutes
   • Ditch crossing (7’4” × 7’4”, depth 4’)
5. Interviews: Conducted at AS&RCs.
6. ISSB Tests & Interviews: Final selection stage with psychological and leadership evaluations.
7. Final Medical Examination: At Combined Military Hospital (CMH).
8. Training: Selected candidates undergo 2 years of training at PMA Kakul before commissioning as officers.

PMA Long Course 157 Last Date

• The last date to apply for 157 PMA Long Course is 24-10-2025.

How to Apply – PMA Long Course 157

Candidates can apply online or through Army Selection & Recruitment Centers (AS&RCs). Follow these steps for registration:

1. Visit the official website: www.joinpakarmy.gov.pk
2. Fill out the online registration form carefully.
3. Print your registration slip after submission.
4. Bring the slip along with all required documents to the test center.

Alternative Method: Candidates may also register directly at their nearest Army Selection & Recruitment Center (AS&RC).