The answer is slightly complex and that’s why people get confused. In this post we’re going to try to explain the issue of flat foot in detail.

Are Flat feet acceptable in Pakistan Army, Navy and Airforce?

Answer is yes and also no. There are types of flat feet. One type is fit in medical for armed forces, while the other one is unfit.

Flexible flat foot is acceptable, while absolute flat foot is unfit during medical for Pakistan Army, Navy and airforce.

However there is more detail to this topic and things like calcaneal rotation, calcaneal pitch angle etc. are also viewed for fitness during the medical examination.

What is flexible flat foot?

Flexible flat foot is when your feet are flat looking when you’re standing, however they do get an arch when you stand on the toes.

Please note that the opinion of the medical officer examining you at the Army Selection & Recruitment Center might be different from your opinion, as he or she is an expert in this. However in certain cases where there is any doubt and confusion, the doctor at AS&RC might refer you to the surgeon or orthopaedics surgeon for expert opinion too, with or without x-ray.

X-Ray for Flat Feet

X-ray done for checking flat feet are called calcaneal pitch angle. This angle is done during medical fitness examination to confirm if the original shape of bones and arch inside is also flat or not. Sometimes the soft tissue of the foot makes it look like flat, but it’s not flat from inside.

Refer for Flat Foot

If your medical officer feels like, they can refer you to a general surgeon or an orthopaedics surgeon for flat feet and also for calcaneal rotation to get medical fitness.

Calcaneal rotation

Calcaneal rotation is when your foot is turned slightly to one side when seen from behind, instead of being straight. This can also be fit or unfit based on level of deformity and opinion of the medical officer examining you.

In summary, do get yourself examined by a surgeon in CMH or a medical officer in AS&RC if you think you’re flat foot. Because in many cases you are not unfit and can get fit during the medical examination process of Pakistan Army, Navy and Airforce.

Please let me know if you have any query or ambiguity.

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Some topics of ISSB group discussion and lecturette include:

1. Foreign policy of Pakistan
2. Failing value of Pakistan rupee in context to US dollar
3. Population – merits and demerits
4. Internal situation of Pakistan
5. Internal situation of India <or any other country>
6. Dowry system
7. Role of NGO’s
8. Capital punishment
9. Mercy killing
10. Influence of western culture
11. ISIS
12. Role of Pakistan in United Nations
13. Gambling
14. CPEC
15. Child labor
16. Defence budget
17. Pakistan’s relation with <country name>
18. Love marriage or arranged marriage
19. Student unions
20. Cyber crimes
21. My best friend
22. My father
23. Co-education
24. Democracy vs Sharia
25. Siachin conflict
26. Training in armed forces
27. Justice delayed is justice denied
28. Sex education
29. Honor killings
30. Kashmir conflict
31. Mobile phones
32. Social network
33. Article 35A

These are just few example topics. Prepare these topics and also any other topics which are relevant at the time of your issb interview or group discussion. Please let us know if you have any query.

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Qualifications eligible for joining Pak Army education corps as officer

Following qualifications and disciplines are eligible to join Pakistan Army education corps as captain.

• MA / MSc in following disciplines:
  • Computer science
  • Chemistry
  • Biology (Zoology / Botany)
  • Mathematics (Statistics)
  • Economics
  • Geography
  • History
  • Pakistan Studies
  • Islamic Studies
  • Urdu
  • English
  • Arabic

Minimum CGPA required to join Pak Army Education Corps

Minimum 2.5 CGPA out of 4 or 60% marks in annual system are required for following subjects applicants:

• Computer Science
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Maths
• Geography
• Economics

Minimum 2 CGPS out of 4 or 50% marks in annual system are required for following subjects applications:

• Pakistan Studies
• Islamic Studies
• Psychology
• History
• Urdu
• English
• Arabic

Additional requirements for qualifications are:

• No grade D or 3rd division throughout academic career (from Matric till Post graduation)
• Only one C grade or 2nd Division throughout academic career (except in Islamic studies, Pak studies, history and Urdu, in which more than one 2nd division or C grade is acceptable)
• MS or M.Phil candidates will be given preference
• Private graduates are not eligible. (except MA Islamic Studies, in which private candidates are only eligible if they did MA as private student but BA / BSc as regular students)

Can private graduates join Pakistan Army Education Corps?

Only MA islamic studies graduates as private students are allowed, that too if they did BA or BSc as regular students.

No other discipline private graduates can join Pakistan Army education corps as officer.

Can both male and females apply for Army Education Corps?

No. At the time of writing this page, only males can apply for AEC. However please check for latest requirements when applying as policy can change anytime.

Maximum Age criteria to join Pak Army in AEC

Age limit to join Pak Army in education corps as captain is 28 years.

Can married people apply for Pakistan Army Education corps?

Yes. Both married and unmarried people can join Pak Army Education corps as captain.

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Minimum age to apply as a solider in Pakistan Army

The minimum age to apply in Pakistan Army as a soldier is 17 years.

Maximum age to apply as a soldier in Pak Army

Maximum age to apply as a soldier varies among categories. Such as:

• 23 years for normal applicants with 12 years of education (FA, FSc, ICom, etc.)
• 24 years for applicants with graduate degree (BA, B.Com, etc)
• 25 years for applicants with a valid driving license
• 26 years for applicants from Balochistan

Gender to apply as a soldier in Pakistan Army

Male gender can apply in Pakistan Army.

Can females join Pak Army as a soldier?

No. Females can not join Pakistan Army as a soldier.

Marital status required to join Pakistan Army as a soldier

Only unmarried people can join as a soldier in Pak Army. Married men can not join.

Nationality requirement to join Pak Army as soldier

Anyone with nationality of Pakistan or domicile holder of Gitgit-Baltistan and Azad Kashmir can join Pakistan Army as a soldier.

Physical requirements to join Pak Army as a soldier

Physical requirements required to join Pakistan Army are listed below. Please note that there are some relaxations for some categories, so please read till end.

Minimum height requirement for Pakistan Army soldiers

Minimum height required to join Pakistan Army as a soldier is:

• Regular soldiers: 5 feet 6 inches

However there is relaxation as follows:

• Clerk applicants (FA, FSc with 2nd division): 5 feet 3 inches (160 cm)
• Applicants of age 17 to 20: 1 inch height relaxation
• Baluchistan domicile holders: 2 inch height relaxation in all categories
• Gitgit-Baltistan domicile holder: 2 inch height relaxation in all categories

Minimum chest requirement for Pak Army soldiers

Minimum chest circumference required to join Pakistan Army as a soldier is 78 cm (31 inches). However there is a relaxation for:

• Applicants from Balochistan: 74 cm

Educational requirements to apply as a soldier in Pakistan Army

Educational requirements differ among some categories. Please read till end to understand the relaxations.

• For regular soldiers (except balochistan): Matric
• For soldiers (Balochistan): 8th Class (except Technicians, Nursing Assistants, Military Police (CMP))
• For clerk (except Balochistan & Gitgit-Baltistan): Grade C in FA, FSc, etc.
• For clerk (Balochistan & Gitgit-Baltistan): Grade D in FA, FSc, etc.
• For FATA: 30% under matric infantry soldiers are allowed
• For Gitgit-Baltistan: 50% under matric (8th Class) soldiers are allowed in all arms except Technicians, Nursing Assistants, CMP (Military Police)

Written test to join Pak Army as a soldier

The Test consists of these parts:

• English – 30 marks
  • English to Urdu translation
  • Urdu to English translation
  • Singular plurals
• Urdu – 20 marks
  • Correction of sentences
  • Singular plurals
  • Change of gender
• Mathematics – 20 marks
  • 5 questions
  • Factorisation
  • Logarithm
  • Subtraction of polynomials
  • Algebra
  • Variations
• General Knowledge – 10 marks
• Islamiyat – 10 marks
• Geography – 10 marks

We are constantly updating this article. Please ask any question in comments. Please note that the information provided on this page can change any time, so check the advertisement in newspaper of official website for exact requirements when applying. Or contact your nearest Army Selection and Recruitment centre.

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These details apply to all selections, i.e.:

• ISSB for officers (long course, short service regular commission, DSSC, etc.)
• AFNS
• Soldiers selection medical examination

If you don’t find any answer to a question which you’re looking for, please ask that it in the comments.

Is Knee knocking unfit for Selection in Army / Navy / Airforce?

No. Knee knocking is not an absolute unfit for selection in military. There is a specific criteria and degree of knee knocking which is acceptable. Many people with regular knee knocking pass the medical fitness test.

Is DNS unfit for selection in Army?

No (and yes, read further). DNS (deviated nasal septum) is referred to ENT specialist. The candidate can agree to get it surgically corrected by the ENT surgeon and then he can continue the same process of application. No need to apply again next time.

Is Flat foot unfit for selection in Pakistan Army?

Yes. Flat foot is unfit for selection in Pakistan Army.

Is there any height relaxation in Pakistan Army Selection?

No. Minimum height criteria for every selection type and category is fixed. For example clerks get a waiver in height which is mentioned in the selection requirements. However no waiver can be given beyond the publicly announced selection requirements for that selection category.

Is large carrying angle of elbow joint unfit for selection in Army?

Yes. The carrying angle beyond a specific angle as per guidelines is unfit for selection in Army. However you should still apply and ask the medical officer at your nearest medical officer if your elbow’s carrying angle is beyond the allowed limit or not.

What is the weight requirement for selection in Army?

Weight is calculated based on BMI. Up to 25 BMI is acceptable. Overweight or obese people are unfit in Army. However the medical officer can give the candidate time to reduce the weight if he finds it to be in a certain allowed limit and then ask him to report back.

Is it true that we have to get naked during medical examination?

Yes. The requirements of the medical examination require the person to completely undress for the medical examination.

Who examines male and female candidates?

Privacy is ensured during the medical examination. Male candidates are examined by male medical officer and male nursing staff. Female candidates are examined by female medical officer and female nursing staff.

Having surgery in past unfit for selection in Army?

No. If you had any surgery in the past and now you are fine, with no loss of function, then you are fit for selection in the military.

Is Tattoo unfit for Pakistan Army?

Yes. Tattoos are unfit for Pakistan army.

Is deliberate self harm unfit for Pakistan army?

Yes. Any scars or cuts made by the person themselves, are unfit for army. This includes writing any letter or names or drawing on skin of forearm or anywhere in the body with a blade (or any object, resulting in permanent scar at the time of examination).

Please note, any scars due to any accident, or work related for example scars on the hands and arms of labours or during sports are not unfit. A person is fit if the scars are not due to any self inflicted harm.

Is varicose vein unfit for army?

Varicose vein is a condition in which the veins of the leg become engorged, especially when standing on toes.

Varicose vein is unfit for army if untreated. However a candidate can get them treated and then continue the medical process without being declared unfit.

If you have varicose veins issue then your examining medical officer will refer you to a general surgeon. The surgeon can declare you fit for Pakistan army after you get treated for them.

Is haemorrhoids or piles unfit for army?

Untreated piles or hemorrhoids is unfit for military. However if you get them treated before or during the Pakistan Army selection medical process, then you might get fitness.

Is squint unfit for selection in Pakistan Army?

Yes. Squint is considered unfit for selection in Pakistan Army.

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How to become a Captain in Pakistan Army?

There are various ways to become an officer with Captain in Pak Army. Such as:

• Join Pakistan Army via long course, pass out as 2nd lieutenant and then lieutenant and then captain in fighting arm
• Join Pakistan Army directly as a captain if you join as a doctor after doing mbbs from civil, or join as software engineer after doing BSCE (or equivalant) from civil setups, etc. This applies on many arms and departments, check for the openings for the year you’re applying in

Which BPS scale is Captain Rank in Pak Army?

Captain rank is equivalent to BPS-17 scale.

2nd lieutenant & lieutenant are also bps-17 scale ranks. However they are on the lower pay scale side while captain is on higher side (slight difference though, not much).

Pay of a captain in Pakistan Army

Pay of a captain is based on bps-17 scale pay structure. It is nearly 70,000 pkr in the start.

Also it may vary based on the corps / arm (or department) one is serving in. For example SSG captains receive almost 9,000 pkr extra. Similarly doctors receive nearly 4,000 pkr extra every month as NPA (non-practicing allowance).

What are the duties of a Captain in Pak Army?

Duties of a captain vary based on the corps / arm / department they are in too.

In fighting arms, they are platoon commanders under the major who is the company commander.

Captains usually also do the duties of adjudant (but mostly done by lieutenants), quarter master (again mostly done by lieutenants if they are available), project officer, etc. too.

In arms like Army medical crops, Engineers, etc. the captain mainly does the duties of their profession.

How many years an officer remains a Captain

This is variable based on the arm and department too.

E.g., mostly in fighting arms the duration of Captain rank is 5 years. For doctors of Army Medical Corps, the duration is 6 years, etc.

What is meant by Honorary Captain

This term usually applies to those people who joined army as soldier, however by the end of service they kept being promoted to the highest regular rank a soldier can achieve (subedar major) and then get promoted to an honorary rank of captain for few months at the end of their service. This is meant to give them honor for being an amazing soldier throughout, however they are practically not deployed or utilized as regular captains of Pakistan Army (hence the term honorary captains).

Honorary rank of Captain in SSG officers

SSG officers, upon passing out, get the rank of captain even if they are lieutenants at that time. This is just a honorary rank till they achieve the rank of captain themselves. However in army documents they are still lieutenants and all their pay and courses etc some based on their original rank. They just wear the rank of captain as an honor for passing out the commando course.

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Similarities between long course & graduate course

1. Both long course & graduate course are regular commission courses of Pakistan army
2. Both get training in Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul
3. Both courses passout as 2nd lieutenant

Difference between long course & graduate course

The major difference between longcourse & graduate course are:

1. Long course is of 2 years, while graduate course is of 1 year
2. You can join long course after 12 years of education (FA, FSc, DAE, etc), while for graduate course you need to have a graduation degree
3. Age limit for long course is 22 years while for graduate course the age limit is 23 years

After passingout, officers of both courses are treated as same and are part of same pool.

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What does SSG stands for

SSG stands for Special Services Group.

How to Join SSG Commandos

Anyone from any armed forces of Pakistan (Pak Army, Pak Navy, Pak AirForce) can join SSG commandos. Foreigners from selected countries can also apply for SSG via proper channel.

To join SSG commandos, the soldiers (and officers) serving in the military forces need to apply through proper channel for the upcoming commando course.

Eligibility Criteria for SSG commandos

SSG commandos Pakistan’s requirements and eligibility criteria includes:

• Active soldiers (and officers) of armed forces of Pakistan (and selected foreign countries)
• Service less than 5 years
• Passing physical test for screening

(Being updated)

SSG vs SEAL

Pakistan Navy has started the SEALs program which includes SSG training along with sea based training leg too.

Initially SSG centre trained the SEALs for the SSG part and they went to Navy for the sea warfare leg. However now the complete training is being conducted by Pakistan Navy themselves.

How to apply for SSG commandos

You can apply by either sending the volunteer application forms via your unit, through proper channel. Or else you can apply directly at the Cheerat, SSG training centre, however this isn’t always a viable or successful option.

SSG Commando Requirements

The requirements of SSG commandos change sometimes depending upon the situation. Average requirements that are implemented almost all of the time are:

• Military person only, anyone from Army, Navy or Airforce can apply for SSG
• Passing the screening test for SSG

Civilians can not directly apply for SSG. Military people can get more information about ssg commando requirements from their units or from any SSG unit or SSG headquarters.

Pakistan SSG Commandos Monthly Salary

The pay of ssg commandos is slightly higher than the same rank and service counter parts in other arms. This is because they get extra allowance due to qualification of SSG course and others.

Soldiers vs Officers training in SSG

SSG training for officers is longer than that of soldiers and includes extra things which soldiers aren’t trained for in the initial training. SSG commando training of officers is of around 9 months, while the training of SSG commando soldiers is of around 6 months.

SSG training

We won’t be sharing about the SSG training as it’s classified and includes everything that’s needed to make someone a guerrilla fighter (yes it’s not gorilla).

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On this page, we will try to cover the eligibility criteria for various types of inductions in Pak Army. If you have any questions, you can ask them in the comments. Also, do let us know if you want to suggest any changes or corrections that you find on this page. This includes any error or outdated information.

Eligibility Requirements for PMA (Pakistan Military Academy) Long Course

Selection in long course for PMA are open for all citizens, irrespective of their religion, region, caste or creed. They can join Pakistan Army if they fulfil the following criterion for joining Pak Army.

Nationality

Citizens of Pakistan (including Azad Kashmir domicile holder and State Class-1 citizens).

Gender

Pakistan Army accepts only male candidates for long course.

Females may apply in other courses accepting both males and females like doctors, engineers, software engineers, psychologists, etc. or the one’s accepting females only like nursing. Check out latest openings for each course as they change every 6 months based on requirements.

Age requirement for joining Pak Army via long course

• For civilians having intermediate or equivalent qualification: 17-22 years of age (relaxable for 3 months in both upper and lower age limit).
• For civilians with 2 years graduate degree: 17-23 years of age.
• For civilians with 4 years graduate degree: 17-24 years of age.
• For serving Pak Airforce & Pak Navy personnel: 17-23 years of age.
• For serving Pak Army personnel: 17-25 years of age.

Marital Status

• Civilians: unmarried only.
• Serving armed forces personnel:
  • Unmarried only if 17-19 years of age.
  • Married or unmarried, both eligible, if age 20 or above.

Educational Qualifications required to join PMA long course

Educational requirement is variable, as follows: (don’t stop until you read all requirements, even if you feel like you’re not eligible, there are multiple options available).

• Minimum 60% marks in Intermediate or equivalent (FSC, FA, ICS, ICOM, etc.) (don’t worry if you’re below 60%, read next line).
• If 60% marks in Graduation degree, then 50% marks in Intermediate are also eligible.
• Minimum 55% marks in intermediate or equivalent for the candidates from specified area with domicile, who have been actually studying in same areas:
  • Balolchistan.
  • FATA.
  • Gilgit-Baltistan.
  • District Neelum Azad Jammu Kashmir.
  • District Kohistan.
  • Chitral, Dir.
  • Tehsil Bala Kot (Kaghan, Naran) of District Mansehra in KPK.
  • Tharparker and Tehsil Umer Kot in Sind.
  • District Rajanpur.
  • Area of Cholistan Desert.
  • Drawer Fort.
  • Salamsar.
  • Mojgarh and Dingarh of Punjab.
• Serving Army Soldiers are eligible if they have 50% marks in Intermediate or equivalent.

Note that the relaxation in minimum marks is for those candidates who have both domicile and education from the listed areas.

Candidates can also apply on the basis of hope certificate, but they need to have 60% marks in the part-1 of intermediate.

Training Period of PMA long Course

Long course lasts for 2 years usually (it can be prolonged or reduced based on special situations and requirements too).

Ineligibility conditions for joining Pak Army via L/C

Anyone not fulfilling above mentioned criteria or having any of the following issues is termed ineligible for joining Pakistan Army through long course. They might still be eligible for joining, based on the issue and how it can be resolved.

1. Declared medically unfit by Military hospital or Appeal Medical Board
2. Once enrolled in any Military service (Army, Navy & Air Force) successfully but then left through:
   1. Withdrawal.
   2. Resign.
   3. Discharged.
   4. Dismissed from any academy on the basis of discipline, character, inefficiency, medical, weak profile or declared unsuitable for any reason
   5. Dismissed from any other government service.
   6. Convicted by the court of law for an offence involving moral turpitude. (note: not all convictions deem the person ineligible, so check thoroughly if there is still a chance for you to join Pak Army).

We will keep updating this article for more info. Please ask questions via comments.

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Physical Test Requirements for Pakistan Army, Navy & AirForce

Physical test’s requirements for officers induction in all three forces of Pakistan, Pak Army, Pakistan Navy and Pakistan Airforce are almost similar. They are:

• Running: 1.6 km (1 mile) in 7 minutes and 30 seconds
• Pushups: 15 in 2 minutes
• Pull ups (chin ups): 3 in 2 minutes
• Sit ups (abdominals): 15 in 2 minutes

Changes in Physical test requirements

There can be a change in the physical test’s requirements for all forces, based on various factors including age and gender. For every age group, there is a relaxation in the physical standards as the age goes up. Same is for females, the requirements are relaxed in case of females.

However do confirm from the specific force, course and age group you’re applying in for the physical standards, to prevent and issues at the time of selection during issb physical test. Also, it’s better to attain the above mentioned physical standard in any age group to keep you’re in good shape and progress, as these are the eligibility criteria, and you’ll be improving them during training too. So if you’re already better than the requirement, that will help you during the training for sure.

Physical test for Doctors induction issb

No physical test is done in Pak Army for doctors induction in any age group (for both GDMO and Specialists).

However, it’s done in Pak Navy and Pak Airforce.

Weight requirement for selection in Pak Army, Navy & Airforce

Weight is checked on the basis of your BMI (body mass index).

Calculate your BMI using online BMI charts easily. You need to know your height and weight to calculate your BMI.

Scientifically, normal BMI ranges between 18.5 and 24.9.

The doctor at the selection centre can give leverage of few kgs. So if you’re overweight (which you shouldn’t be) or muscular (which you should be!) then you can talk to the doctor there.

Height Required for selection in Pakistan Army, Navy & Airforce

Usual minimum height required for selection in Pakistan military as an officer is:

• Male: 5 feet 4 inches
• Female: 5 feet 2 inches

The height can be lenient and relaxed in various cases up to 2 inches, including your birth place (or domicile) and the course / service you’re applying for. So check the exact height requirements for that induction opening to confirm.

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