How to Join Pak Army: 159 PMA Long Course Registration Details 2026
The Pakistan Army has officially announced the registration schedule for the 159 PMA Long Course. Aspiring candidates across Pakistan, Azad Jammu & Kashmir, and Gilgit-Baltistan can now apply online to join the prestigious Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul as Commissioned Officers.
159 PMA Long Course Key Schedule
| Event | Schedule Details |
| Registration Start Date | September 14, 2026 |
| Registration Deadline | October 23, 2026 |
| Preliminary Tests Window | October 5 – December 15, 2026 |
| Training Duration | 2 Years at PMA Kakul |
Eligibility Criteria
- Gender & Marital Status: Male, Unmarried (Married serving military personnel aged over 20 are eligible).
- Intermediate Candidates: Age 17–22 years with minimum 60% marks in FA/FSc (55% for specified relaxation areas).
- Graduates (2-Year Degree) & Serving PN/PAF: Age 17–23 years.
- Graduates (4-Year BS/BA/BBA): Age 17–24 years.
- Serving Army Soldiers: Age 17–25 years.
- Minimum Height: 5 feet 4 inches (162.5 cm).
Physical Test Standards
To qualify for the initial medical and interview round, candidates must clear the following physical benchmarks at the recruitment center:
- Running: 1.6 Km in 8.5 minutes
- Push-ups: 15 repetitions in 2 minutes
- Sit-ups: 15 repetitions in 2 minutes
- Chin-ups: 3 repetitions in 2 minutes
- Ditch Crossing: 7.4″ x 7.4″ with 4 feet depth
Step-by-Step Application Process
- Visit the official Pakistan Army portal: joinpakarmy.gov.pk.
- Fill out the online application form with accurate personal and educational credentials.
- Check the website regularly to download your exam roll number slip.
- Alternatively, visit your nearest Army Selection and Recruitment Center (AS&RC) in Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, Gilgit, Hyderabad, Multan, D.I. Khan, Muzaffarabad, Faisalabad, Khuzdar, Pano Aqil, or Turbat.