Join Pakistan Air Force as a Commissioned Officer
A Symbol of Pride for the Nation
Pakistan Air Force (PAF) invites ambitious, talented, and dedicated citizens of Pakistan to join its ranks as commissioned officers in various branches. This is an excellent opportunity to serve the country with pride and honor while enjoying a rewarding and challenging career.
Online Registration Dates: 28 July 2025 – 15 August 2025
(NADRA Smart Card is mandatory for registration)
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Permanent Commission (PC) Opportunities
160 General Duty Pilot GD (P)
- Age: 16–22 years as of 15 April 2026
- Nationality: Male citizens of Pakistan
- Height: Minimum 5 ft 4 in / 163 cm
- Vision: 6/6 each eye (without glasses)
- Marital Status: Unmarried
- Qualification:
- FSc (Pre-Engineering / Pre-Medical / Computer Science) with at least 65% marks
- A-Level with Physics and two subjects: Mathematics, Biology, Computer Science (must provide equivalence certificate)
- FSc with Physics and any two subjects: Mathematics, Biology, Computer Science
- Training Duration: 3 years at PAF Academy Risalpur, award of BS Aviation Management / BE in Aerospace & Avionics from CAE.
106 Aeronautical Engineering Course
- Age: 16–22 years (as of 15 April 2026)
- Nationality: Male/Female citizens of Pakistan
- Height: Males – 5 ft 4 in / 163 cm, Females – 4 ft 10 in / 147 cm
- Vision: 6/6 each eye (without glasses)
- Qualification:
- FSc (Pre-Engineering) with at least 65% marks or equivalent in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
- A-Level with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics (must provide equivalence certificate)
- Training Duration: 3 years, award of BE in Aerospace / Avionics Engineering from CAE.
116 Air Defence Course
- Age: 16–22 years (as of 15 April 2026)
- Nationality: Male citizens of Pakistan
- Height: Minimum 5 ft 4 in / 163 cm
- Vision: 6/6 each eye (without glasses)
- Qualification:
- FSc (Pre-Engineering / Pre-Medical / Computer Science) with 65% marks
- A-Level with Physics and two subjects: Mathematics, Biology, Computer Science (must provide equivalence certificate)
- Training Duration: 3 years, award of BS in Aviation Management.
35 Admin & Special Duties Course
- Age: 16–22 years (as of 15 April 2026)
- Nationality: Male citizens of Pakistan
- Height: 5 ft 4 in / 163 cm
- Vision: 6/6 each eye (without glasses)
- Qualification:
- FSc (Pre-Engineering / Pre-Medical / Computer Science) with 65% marks
- A-Level with Physics and any two subjects: Mathematics, Biology, Computer Science (must provide equivalence certificate)
- Training Duration: 3 years, award of BS Aviation Management.
18 Logistics Course
- Age: 16–22 years (as of 15 April 2026)
- Nationality: Male citizens of Pakistan
- Height: Minimum 5 ft 4 in / 163 cm
- Vision: 6/6 each eye (without glasses)
- Qualification:
- FSc (Pre-Engineering) with 65% marks or A-Level equivalent (Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry)
- Training Duration: 3 years, award of BS Aviation Management.
Short Service Commission (SSC / SPSSC) Opportunities
05 GD (P) Supplementary Course
- Age: 21–24 years (as of 15 April 2026)
- Nationality: Male citizens of Pakistan
- Height: 5 ft 4 in / 163 cm
- Qualification:
- BS / MSc in Physics, Chemistry, or Biology
- BSc / BS in Engineering disciplines, Computer Sciences, Finance, Statistics, or English Literature (min. 60% or 2.5 CGPA)
JAG (Legal) Branch (136 CSC SSC)
- Age: 23–30 years
- Qualification: LLB (minimum 2.5 CGPA or 60%), preference for LLM.
- Experience: At least two years’ practice in legal profession.
Education Branch (136 CSC SPSSC / SSC)
- Age: 20–28 years
- Qualification: MA / MSc / MPhil in International Relations, English, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, or Psychology (minimum 2.5 CGPA or 60%).
IT Branch (136 CSC SSC)
- Age: 20–28 years
- Qualification: BS / MSc in Computer Sciences, IT, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, or related fields (min. 2.5 CGPA or 60%).
MET Branch (136 CSC SSC)
- Age: 20–28 years
- Qualification: BS / MSc in Meteorology, Environmental Science, Physics, or Mathematics.
Accounts Branch (136 CSC SSC)
- Age: 20–28 years
- Qualification: MBA (Finance), M.Com, BBA (Hons), BS in Accounting & Finance (min. 2.5 CGPA or 60%).
Selection Process
- Online Registration & Intelligence Test – English, Physics, Mathematics.
- Initial Medical & Interview at selection centers.
- Psychological Test for shortlisted candidates.
- AHQ Special Selection Board Interview.
- Final Medical Examination at CMB, Lahore.
- Final Merit List and joining instructions.
Ineligibility Conditions
- Rejected by ISSB / GHQ / NHQ / AHQ more than twice.
- Declared permanently unfit by Armed Forces Medical Board.
- Dismissed from any government service.
- Convicted by court of law for moral turpitude.
Benefits of Joining PAF
- Competitive salary and allowances.
- Free medical treatment for self and family.
- Subsidized accommodation and free education for children.
- Opportunities for higher education and foreign training.
- Membership in Officers’ Housing Schemes (AFOHS).