Pakistan Army Opens Registration for Junior Commissioned Officers in Education Corps

What Was Announced

The Pakistan Army has announced recruitment for male Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) positions within the Army Education Corps [1, 2]. This intake is open to male citizens from Pakistan, Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK), and Gilgit-Baltistan [1]. Both married and unmarried candidates are eligible to apply [1, 2].

Eligibility Criteria:

• Civilian Applicants: Must be between 20 and 28 years old as of 28 February 2027 [1, 2].
• Serving Army Personnel: Must be between 20 and 35 years old with one to 16 years of military service [1, 2].
• Physical Standard: A minimum height of 5 feet 6 inches (167.5 cm) is required [1, 2].
• Education: Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor of Science (BSc) or an Associate Degree in Science in one of seven subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology (encompassing Zoology or Botany), Geography, Computer Science, or Commerce [1, 2]. The Army will give preference to those with BS or MS qualifications [1, 2].

Selection Process:

1. Initial intelligence and psychological tests at an Army Selection and Recruitment Centre [1, 2].
2. A written examination covering English, Urdu, Islamic Studies, General Knowledge, History, and the candidate’s selected subject [1, 2].
3. Medical examinations and interviews for those who pass the written test [1, 2].

How to Apply or Check

Interested candidates can obtain prescribed application forms from their nearest Army Selection and Recruitment Centre (AS&RC) [1, 2]. Registration must be completed between 1 November and 15 December 2026 [1, 2].

Required Documents:

• Original educational certificates and two attested photocopies of each [1, 2].
• Four passport-size photographs [1, 2].
• Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) [1, 2].
• Domicile certificate [1, 2].
• State Subject Certificate (required specifically for applicants from AJK) [1, 2].

For further details regarding service benefits and specific eligibility, candidates should contact their nearest recruitment office or visit the official Pakistan Army recruitment website [1, 2].