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PMA Long Course 159
Open
Pakistan Army
Education
Minimum Intermediate / A-Levels
Age Limit
17-25 Years
Course Duration
2 Years
Gender
Male
Qualification & Age Requirements
Educational qualifications and age criteria by category
| Qualification | Minimum Marks | Age Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Inter/DAE/A-level | 55% marks | 17-22 Years |
| BSC/BS (2 Year) | 60% marks + 50% marks in Inter | 17-23 Years |
| BS (4 years) | 60% marks/CGPA + 50% marks in Inter | 17-24 Years |
| Serving Soldiers | 50% marks in Inter | 17-25 Years |
| Rural Areas | 5-10% marks relaxation | 17-25 Years |
Additional Details
Additional requirements and information
Hope Certificate
FSc Part-1 with 55% marks can apply
Course Duration
2 Years (Divided Into 6 Terms)
Job Type
Permanent commission
Physical Standards
Must qualify minimum medical and physical standards
In-Eligibility Criteria
Conditions that disqualify candidates from applying
Medical Issues
Serious medical conditions or disabilities that affect military service
Age Over-limit
Candidates above 22 years of age are not eligible
Twice ISSB Rejected
Rejected two times by Inter Service Selection Board (ISSB)
Recent ISSB Appearance
Tested within four months (120 days) gap of previous ISSB appearance
Academic Shortfall
Below 60% marks in Intermediate or equivalent qualification
Disciplinary Issues
Previous dismissal from military service or serious criminal record
PMA Long Course Application Procedure
How to Apply Online For PMA LC
Online Registration
Visit joinpakarmy.gov.pk to create an account and submit application form with required documents
Initial Tests (Written + Intelligence)
Preliminary computerized academic and intelligence tests at the selection center.
Medical & Physical Tests
Basic medical checkup plus running and standard physical tasks.
Initial Interview at AS&RC
A brief panel interview assessing confidence and suitability.
ISSB
4 days psychological assessment at Inter Services Selection Board
Final Merit List
Final merit list prepared after ISSB and medical clearance.
PMA Long Course Selection Process
Your journey to join Pakistan military academy:
Initial Tests
Written + Intelligence
Medical & Physical
Health and Fitness Tests
Initial Interview
A brief panel interview
ISSB
5-Day assessments
Final Selection
Medical & ISSB Clearance
Test Requirements & Standards
Complete breakdown of intelligence, physical, and medical tests
Intelligence Tests
Written aptitude assessment
Verbal Intelligence
30 Minutes
Non-Verbal Intelligence
35 Minutes
Physical Tests
Fitness assessment standards
Running
1 KM in 6 minutes
3 marks
Pull-Ups
3 in 2 minutes
2 marks
Sit-Ups
20 in 2 minutes
2 marks
Push-Ups
15 in 2 minutes
2 marks
Ditch Crossing
7.4 feet
1 marks
Medical Tests
Health examination criteria
