Are you passionate about serving your nation and becoming part of one of the most respected institutions in Pakistan? The Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Long Course 2025 offers a golden opportunity for young, motivated, and patriotic individuals to join the Pakistan Army as Commissioned Officers.
Overview of PMA Long Course 2025
The PMA Long Course is a regular commission course that leads to the rank of Second Lieutenant in the Pakistan Army. This prestigious course is held at the Pakistan Military Academy, Kakul, and is open for male candidates across Pakistan who meet the eligibility criteria.
The Long Course usually takes 2 years of training, which includes academic, military, and physical training to groom future leaders of the Army.
Key Highlights
- Organization: Pakistan Army
- Program Name: PMA Long Course (Expected: 154th Long Course in 2025)
- Rank after Training: Second Lieutenant
- Training Duration: 2 years at PMA, Kakul
- Location: Nationwide (Training at Abbottabad)
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for PMA Long Course 2025, candidates must meet the following basic criteria:
1. Nationality
- Citizens of Pakistan and domicile holders of AJK/Gilgit-Baltistan.
- Dual nationality holders will be required to surrender other nationalities upon selection.
2. Gender
- Male candidates only
3. Marital Status
- Unmarried (Married candidates not eligible)
4. Age Limits (as of 1st November 2025)
- Intermediate or Equivalent: 17 – 22 years
- Graduates (2-year program): 17 – 23 years
- Graduates (4-year program): 17 – 24 years
- Serving Army Soldiers: 17 – 25 years
5. Height
- Minimum height: 5 feet 4 inches (162.5 cm)
6. Education
- Intermediate (FA/FSc) or equivalent with minimum 60% marks
- Candidates with graduation (BA/BSc/BBA/BPA) can apply with 50% marks in intermediate and 60% in graduation
- Serving Army Soldiers need at least 50% marks in FA/FSc
Selection Procedure
The selection process is rigorous and consists of the following stages:
- Online Registration at joinpakarmy.gov.pk
- Preliminary Test
- Verbal and non-verbal intelligence test
- Academic test (English, Math, Pak Studies, Islamiyat, and General Knowledge)
- Physical Test
- 1.6 km run in 8 minutes
- Push-ups: 15 reps
- Sit-ups: 20 reps
- Chin-ups: 3 reps
- Ditch crossing (7’4″ x 7’4″)
- Initial Medical Examination
- Inter Services Selection Board (ISSB)
- Final Medical Examination
- Final Selection by GHQ based on overall performance
Benefits of Joining PMA Long Course
- Secure and prestigious career in the Pakistan Army
- Professional training and character development
- Attractive salary, benefits, and lifetime pension
- Free medical, education, and accommodation
- Opportunities for higher studies in Pakistan and abroad
- A chance to serve and lead in defense of the nation
How to Apply?
- Visit the official website: https://www.joinpakarmy.gov.pk
- Check the official advertisement (expected around April or October)
- Fill in the online application form
- Keep an eye on test dates and bring all required documents to the test center
Final Words
Joining the Pakistan Army through the PMA Long Course 2025 is not just a job — it’s a commitment to duty, honor, and the nation. If you have the passion, discipline, and courage to lead, this is your chance to turn that dream into reality.
Apply with confidence, serve with pride! 🇵🇰
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