Pak Army Soldier Jobs 2026: Eligibility, Last Date & How to Apply
Pakistan Army's 2026 recruitment for soldiers and Junior Commissioned Officers (Naib Khateeb) is open now. Online registration for soldier trades closes on 16 November 2026, and in-person registration at an Army Selection and Recruitment Centre (AS&RC) stays open until 23 November 2026. Male Pakistani citizens (including from Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan) aged 17½ to 23 can apply for most soldier posts with Matric, and the only official online portal is joinpakarmy.gov.pk.
Which posts are open?
The current advertisement covers eight categories. No seat counts have been published.
Junior Commissioned Officer – Naib Khateeb (religious teacher)
Soldier – General Duty (sepoy)
Soldier – Technical Trade
Soldier – Military Police
Soldier – Driver
Soldier – Clerk
Soldier – Cook
Sanitary Worker
Key dates
Registration opened: 1 September 2026
Online registration closes (soldier trades): 16 November 2026
In-person registration at AS&RC / Regimental Centre closes: 23 November 2026
Age is calculated as of: 24 November 2026
Naib Khateeb candidates submit the prescribed form through their nearest AS&RC rather than registering online.
Age limits
General Duty, Technical, Driver, Military Police, Clerk, Cook: 17½ to 23 years
Sanitary Worker: 17½ to 35 years
Naib Khateeb (civilians): 20 to 28 years
Naib Khateeb (serving soldiers with 1–16 years' service): up to 35 years
Age relaxation: graduates get one extra year, and candidates domiciled in Balochistan and the merged districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa can get up to three extra years. Bring the certificate that proves any relaxation you claim.
Education requirements by post
Naib Khateeb: Dars-e-Nizami from an HEC-recognised institution plus FA/FSc or equivalent. Arabic, Qira'at and Hifz are advantages.
General Duty Soldier: Matric. Middle is accepted for children of martyrs and for candidates from Balochistan and the merged KP districts.
Technical Trade: Matric (Science) with the minimum grade stated in the advertisement; higher technical qualifications are preferred.
Driver: Matric; a valid driving licence gives preference.
Military Police: Matric.
Clerk: Intermediate with at least a C grade (D grade accepted for Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan and the merged KP districts). Computer skills help.
Cook: Middle; cooking experience is preferred.
Sanitary Worker: up to primary level.
Minimum height
Military Police: 5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
General Duty, Technical Trade, Driver: 5 ft 6 in (167.5 cm)
Naib Khateeb, Clerk, Cook, Sanitary Worker: 5 ft 3 in (160 cm)
Candidates from Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan and the merged KP districts get a two-inch height relaxation for most trades, but not for Clerk, Military Police, Cook or Sanitary Worker.
How to apply: step by step
Check you qualify – match your age on 24 November 2026, education and height against the lists above.
Register online by 16 November at joinpakarmy.gov.pk. Online registration is optional for soldier posts but saves time on the day.
Or walk in by 23 November at your nearest AS&RC or Regimental Centre. Centres listed in the advertisement include Rawalpindi, Lahore, Faisalabad, Multan, Peshawar, D.I. Khan, Bannu, Gilgit, Muzaffarabad, Quetta, Khuzdar, Turbat, Karachi, Hyderabad and Pano Aqil.
Bring your documents (see the checklist below).
Prepare for selection – shortlisted candidates go through a written test, physical and medical tests and an interview at the AS&RC.
Documents checklist
Original educational certificates plus two attested photocopies
Four passport-size photographs
CNIC, or Smart Form-B if you are under 18
Domicile and Permanent Residence Certificate (State Subject Certificate for AJK candidates) – see our guide to getting a domicile certificate
Proof for any age, height or education relaxation you claim
Avoid fake adverts and agents
None of the published notices for this intake mention a registration fee. Register only at joinpakarmy.gov.pk or in person at an official AS&RC. Ignore WhatsApp messages, Facebook pages or "agents" who promise guaranteed selection for money, and never share your CNIC or OTP with them. If something looks off, call your nearest AS&RC directly.
Frequently asked questions
What is the last date to apply for Pakistan Army soldier jobs 2026?
Online registration closes on 16 November 2026. You can still register in person at an AS&RC or Regimental Centre until 23 November 2026.
What is the age limit for Pak Army soldier jobs?
17½ to 23 years for most soldier trades, calculated on 24 November 2026. Sanitary Workers can be up to 35, and Naib Khateeb candidates 20 to 28.
Can I join Pak Army as a soldier with Middle pass?
Yes for Cook. For General Duty, Middle is accepted only for children of martyrs and candidates from Balochistan and the merged KP districts; everyone else needs Matric.
What is the minimum height for Pakistan Army soldier?
5 ft 6 in for General Duty, Technical and Driver; 5 ft 8 in for Military Police; 5 ft 3 in for Clerk, Cook, Sanitary Worker and Naib Khateeb.
Can women apply in this intake?
No. This advertisement is for male candidates only.
Next steps
Not sure the army is the right fit? Compare other routes into public service with our FPSC online application guide and the Pak Navy civilian apprentice intake, polish your documents with our CV format for jobs in Pakistan, or browse the latest jobs in Pakistan on Jobsiz.
Sources
Ilmkidunya – Pakistan Army Jobs 2026 registration open (31 Aug 2026)
Pakistan Observer – Naib Khateeb, soldier and Military Police jobs 2026
By the Jobsiz Editorial Team · Updated 27 October 2026. Details are taken from the published advertisement; always confirm on joinpakarmy.gov.pk before you travel to a centre.
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