The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) has officially announced recruitment for Commissioned Officers 2026. This is a golden opportunity for passionate and talented candidates who want to serve the nation with pride and honor. Online registration is open for a limited time, so eligible applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Registration will be conducted online through the official PAF website.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Pakistan Air Force (PAF) |
| Post Type | Commissioned Officer |
| Registration Start Date | 16 February 2026 |
| Registration Last Date | 01 March 2026 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Gender | Male (As per branches requirement) |
| Marital Status | Married / Unmarried (Depending on branch) |
| Age Limit | 16 to 29 Years (Branch Specific) |
| Nationality | Pakistani |
PAF Commissioned Officer 2026 Branches
PAF is offering both Permanent Commission (PC) and Short Service Commission (SSC / SPSSC) in multiple branches.
Permanent Commission (PC)
1. General Duty Pilot (GD-P)
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Age: 16–22 years (on 15 Oct 2026)
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Qualification: Minimum 65% marks in FSc (Pre-Engineering / Pre-Medical with additional Math / ICS)
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Training Period: 4 Years
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Rank After Commission: Flying Officer
2. Aeronautical Engineering Course
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Age: 16–22 years
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Qualification: FSc Pre-Engineering (Minimum 65%)
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Training Period: 4 Years
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Degree Awarded: BE in Aerospace / Avionics
3. Air Defence Course
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Age: 16–22 years
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Qualification: FSc with 65% marks
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Training Period: 4 Years
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Degree Awarded: BS Degree in Aviation Management
4. Admin & Special Duties Course
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Age: 16–22 years
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Qualification: FSc (Pre-Engineering / Pre-Medical / ICS)
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Training Period: 4 Years
5. Logistics Course
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Age: 16–22 years
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Qualification: FSc with minimum 65%
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Training Period: 4 Years
Short Service Commission (SSC / SPSSC)
1. Engineering Branch
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Age: 20–26 Years
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Qualification: BE / BSc Engineering (Relevant Fields)
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Training Period: 24 Weeks
2. Education Branch
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Age: 20–29 Years
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Qualification: MS / MPhil (Relevant Subjects)
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Training Period: 24 Weeks
3. Education Branch (Islamiyat)
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Age: 20–29 Years
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Qualification: MS / MPhil in Islamiyat
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Training Period: 24 Weeks
4. MET (Meteorology) Branch
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Age: 20–26 Years
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Qualification: MSc / MS in Meteorology / Environmental Sciences / Physics / Math
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Training Period: 24 Weeks
5. Accounts Branch
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Age: 20–26 Years
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Qualification: BBA / B.Com / BS Accounting & Finance
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Training Period: 24 Weeks
Selection Procedure
The selection process includes:
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Online Registration
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Intelligence Test
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Academic Test
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Initial Medical Examination
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ISSB Test
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Final Medical Examination
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Final Selection by Air Headquarters
Only shortlisted candidates will be called for ISSB.
Eligibility Conditions
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Candidates must possess a valid NADRA Smart Card.
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Minimum 60–65% marks required (branch specific).
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Height requirement: 5 feet 4 inches (Minimum).
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Candidates previously rejected by ISSB may not be eligible (as per rules).
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No criminal record.
Benefits of Joining PAF
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Attractive Salary Package
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Free Medical Treatment for Family
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Free Accommodation & 50% Concession on Air/Rail Travel
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International Training Opportunities
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Membership of Air Force Housing Scheme (AFHS)
How to Apply for PAF Commissioned Officer 2026?
Interested candidates can apply online by visiting the official website of Pakistan Air Force and completing the registration form before 01 March 2026.
