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PMA Long Course Admission Guide

The PMA Long Course is a military training program for unmarried Pakistani males aged 17-25, requiring specific educational qualifications and physical fitness standards. The selection process includes online registration, written and physical tests, medical examinations, and ISSB evaluations, culminating in a final selection based on merit. Successful candidates undergo a 2-year training at PMA Kakul, leading to commissioning as 2nd Lieutenants in the Pakistan Army.

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PMA Long Course Admission Guide

The PMA Long Course is a military training program for unmarried Pakistani males aged 17-25, requiring specific educational qualifications and physical fitness standards. The selection process includes online registration, written and physical tests, medical examinations, and ISSB evaluations, culminating in a final selection based on merit. Successful candidates undergo a 2-year training at PMA Kakul, leading to commissioning as 2nd Lieutenants in the Pakistan Army.

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🪖 PMA Long Course Overview (Point-wise from Start to End)

1. ✅ Eligibility Criteria

 Nationality: Pakistani (including AJK & Gilgit Baltistan)


 Gender: Male only
 Marital Status: Unmarried (married personnel of Armed Forces over 20 can apply)
 Age Requirements:
o Intermediate: 17–22 years
o Bachelor (2 years): 17–23 years
o Bachelor (4 years)/BS(Hons): 17–24 years
o Serving Army Soldiers: 17–25 years
 Height: Minimum 5’4” (162.5 cm)
 Weight: As per BMI (Body Mass Index)
 Education:
o Minimum FA/FSc or equivalent
o At least 60% marks
o Candidates with 55% in FA/FSc but 60%+ in BA/BSc/BBA/BPA can also apply

2. 📝 Online Registration

 Register via [Link]


 Alternatively, apply at the nearest AS&RC
 Get a roll number slip with the test date

3. 🧠 Initial Written/Intelligence Test

 Verbal + Non-Verbal Intelligence Test


o Time: 30–40 minutes
 Academic Test:
o English, Maths, Pak Studies, Islamiat, General Knowledge
o Based on FA/FSc level
 Conducted on computer at AS&RCs

4. 🏃♂️ Physical Test

 1.6 km run in 8 minutes


 15 push-ups in 2 minutes
 20 sit-ups in 2 minutes
 3 chin-ups
 Ditch crossing (7’4” wide)

5. 🏥 Initial Medical Examination

 Conducted at AS&RCs
 Includes:
o Eye test
o Height/weight check
o Flat feet/knock knees
o Chest, dental, and general health check
o Blood & urine tests
 Unfit candidates can apply for Appeal Medical Board

6. 📄 ISSB Call

 Shortlisted candidates receive call letters for ISSB


 ISSB lasts 4–5 days at Kohat, Malir, Gujranwala, or Quetta
 Includes:
o Psychological tests
o GTO tasks (group discussion, command tasks, obstacles)
o Interview by Army officers
o Final board interview

7. 🏥 Final Medical Exam (After ISSB)

 Only for ISSB-recommended candidates


 Conducted at nearest CMH (Combined Military Hospital)
 Detailed medical tests for fitness confirmation

8. 🔍 Final Selection

 Based on:
o Overall merit
o ISSB performance
o Final medical results
 Final list is prepared by GHQ Selection Board (Rawalpindi)

9. 🎓 Training at PMA Kakul

 Course Name: PMA Long Course


 Duration: 2 years
 Divided into 4 terms (6 months each)
 Focus on:
o Military training
o Physical conditioning
o Leadership development
o Academics, tactics, field training

10. 🎖️ Commissioning

 After successful completion of training:


o Cadets are awarded the rank of 2nd Lieutenant
o Posted in various regiments of Pakistan Army

📌 Additional Notes:

 PMA Long Course is announced twice a year:


o April (PMA LC-1)
o October (PMA LC-2)
 Only merit-based selection — no bribery, sifarish, or shortcuts work

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The PMA Long Course emphasizes merit-based selection, strictly disallowing bribery, sifarish, or shortcuts . This principled approach is reinforced through transparent processes, detailed evaluations at multiple stages (e.g., ISSB, medical exams), and oversight by the GHQ Selection Board in Rawalpindi, aiming to maintain fairness and uphold integrity in officer recruitment.

The ISSB (Inter Services Selection Board) plays a critical role in the selection process, lasting 4–5 days. It includes psychological tests, GTO tasks such as group discussions, command tasks, and obstacles, along with interviews conducted by Army officers and a final board interview . This comprehensive evaluation helps in assessing the psychological profile, leadership potential, and overall suitability of candidates for military service, ensuring that selected individuals are well-rounded and capable.

The PMA Long Course is announced biannually, in April (PMA LC-1) and October (PMA LC-2). This schedule allows for continuous intake and training cycles, ensuring a steady flow of recruits into the Pakistan Army. It accommodates academic and personal schedules of potential candidates, maximizing the talent pool and aiding in efficient long-term workforce planning.

The physical requirements include running 1.6 km in 8 minutes, completing 15 push-ups in 2 minutes, 20 sit-ups in 2 minutes, 3 chin-ups, and crossing a 7’4” wide ditch . These tests assess agility, endurance, and physical strength, crucial for military roles. They ensure candidates possess the physical capability for the demanding training and operational tasks expected in the military.

The PMA Long Course lasts 2 years, split into four 6-month terms focusing on military training, physical conditioning, leadership development, academics, tactics, and field training . This structured and comprehensive program prepares cadets to handle diverse military operations, fostering strategic thinking and leadership qualities crucial for their roles as 2nd Lieutenants in various regiments of the Pakistan Army.

The PMA Long Course includes an initial medical examination at AS&RCs covering vision, height/weight, foot structure, dental health, and general health, along with blood and urine tests . Post-ISSB, ISSB-recommended candidates undergo detailed medical tests at CMH to confirm fitness . This two-tier medical scrutiny ensures candidates maintain strict health standards, vital for military readiness and performance.

Serving Army soldiers eligible to apply are given an age limit extension to 25 years, recognizing their experience, commitment, and existing military service . This inclusion acknowledges their service while allowing upward mobility within ranks, providing a pathway for career advancement into officer positions and retaining experienced personnel within the military framework.

Candidates must have a minimum of FA/FSc or equivalent with at least 60% marks. However, candidates who have 55% in FA/FSc but obtain 60% or more in BA/BSc/BBA/BPA are also eligible to apply . This variation allows flexibility for those who may not have excelled initially in FA/FSc but demonstrated strong academic performance in higher education.

Final selection is based on overall merit, ISSB performance, and the final medical results . This ensures a holistic assessment, integrating academic potential, physical and psychological readiness, and medical fitness. By combining performance metrics from various stages, the process selects candidates who are not only competent physically and mentally but also consistent in various evaluative scenarios.

The PMA Long Course specifies age requirements: 17–22 years for Intermediate, 17–23 years for 2-year Bachelor's, 17–24 years for 4-year Bachelor's or BS(Hons), and 17–25 years for serving Army soldiers. Candidates must be unmarried, though married personnel of Armed Forces over 20 can apply . These criteria likely ensure candidates are at a particular life stage conducive to rigorous training and development but also take into account the commitments of current armed forces members.

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