PMA Long Course 156 2025 Online Registration Step by Step Details

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What is the PMA Long Course?

The PMA Long Course is a 02 years training program conducted for the regular commission officers of battle and combat support arms & services in the Pakistan Army. It is carried out at the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) in Kakul, KPK.

The PMA Long Course provides cadets with military skills and knowledge, making them more effective for the Pak Army. The course covers a wide range of subjects, which are listed below.

Military tactics and strategy
Weapon handling and training
Physical fitness and training
Leadership and teamwork
Academic subjects such as English, Mathematics, Science and History

During the training session, the cadets also undergo different physical and mental training to develop their discipline, stamina, and patience of armed officers. On completing the Long Course, cadets were appointed as commissioned officers as Second Lieutenants in the Pakistan Army.

From the above information, you will have complete knowledge about the PMA Long Course. Now, below, we explain the complete information regarding the 156th PMA Long Course, including the apply date, test date, roll number slip, eligibility criteria, Physical Requirements, and how you can apply for the PMA Long Course 156.

If you want to Join Pak Army as a civilian, then an MS to Matric / Middle qualification is required as per the demand of vacant posts.

Online Registration

Candidates who want to join PMA Long Course 156 in 2025 can register online through the official Pakistan Army website or submit their applications at the nearest Army Selection and Recruitment Center.

While applying online, the candidates must check the eligibility criteria; after that, they must complete the Registration Procedure, selection of test centre, Initial Test, Physical Test, Final Interview, and Training Session Schedule.

Eligibility Criteria for Second Lieutenant:

Intermediate or Equivalent degree holders with ages from 17 to 22 years are eligible to apply.
Graduation (2 Years Degree) holder and Serving Pakistan Navy / Pakistan Air Force with age 17 to 23 years are eligible to apply.
Graduation (4 Years Programme) BS / BA (Hon) / BBA / BPA pass with age from 17 to 24 years are eligible to apply.
Serving Army Soldiers aged between 17 to 25 years are eligible to apply.

Gender: Only Male candidates are eligible to apply.
Marital Status: Fresh candidates should be unmarried, but Married serving personnel of the Armed Forces over 20 years of age are also eligible to apply.
Nationality: Pakistani citizens with a domicile in any province of Pakistan, including Azad Kashmir / Gilgit-Baltistan, are eligible to apply. The final selection of candidates with dual nationality will have to surrender the nationalities of other countries.

Physical Requirements:

Minimum Height: Every candidate should have a minimum height of 5’ Feet – 4” Inches (162.5 cm).
Visual Standard: Distance Vision with glasses should be 6/9, 6/12, and Near Vision should be J2, J7, N8, N12, with or without glasses.
Weight: as per the Body Mass Index.

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Required Documents:

Below is the document list which is required while applying for the PMA Long Course 156

An original certificate and detailed mark sheet of Matriculation, FA, FSC, or equivalent degree, as well as attestation, are required.
The candidates who are over 18 must bring their CNIC, and those who are under 18 should provide a Computerized Form “B” or the CNIC of their parent/guardian.
3 passport-size photos that must be attested by a Grade 16 officer.
If you are an army candidate, then you need a photocopy of the ISSB “Recommended” letter.
Original as well as one photocopy of “Not Recommended” letter by ISSB are also required for “Repeater Candidates”.
All documents must be attested by a Grade 16 officer.

Pak Army’s Other Courses for Females

PMA Long Course is only available for male candidates, but females do not have to worry. The PMA also offers many other courses for females, such as Lady Cadet Course and AFNS; females join the Pak Army after intermediate. Below are the details.

Selection Criteria:

Preliminary Tests start Soon.
In the selection procedure, every candidate has to undergo first Written / Intelligence Tests based on multiple-choice questions from English, Maths, Pak Studies, Islamiat, and General Knowledge.
After Written / Intelligence Tests, qualified candidates will undergo Physical/medical tests and interviews at AS&RCs.

Physical Test for Females

During the Physical Test, candidates have to pass the following tasks given below.

1.6 Km Running a task in 8 minutes.
Push-Ups 15 repetitions in 2 minutes.
Sit Ups 20 repetitions in 2 minutes.
Chin Ups 3 repetitions in 2 minutes.
Ditch Crossing through 7’.4” x 7’.4” and 4’ deep.

Successful candidates from the Physical test will undergo the Psychological assessment test and then the qualified candidates will appear for a final interview in front of the selection board at AS&RC.

How to Apply for the PMA Long Course 156:

A candidate can register online on www.joinpakarmy.gov.pk or through the web link given below.
The candidates may also register by visiting the nearest AS&RCs (Army Selection and Recruitment Centers) located in every major city of Pakistan.
AS&RCs are located in Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, Gilgit, Hyderabad, Multan, DI Khan, Muzaffarabad, Faisalabad, Khuzdar, and Pano Aqil.
PMA Long Course Registration Date 2025 is starting from 25th March to 04th May, 2025.

I hope all the above information about PMA Long Course 156 will help you understand what PMA Long Course is, what its requirements are, and how to apply for the 156th PMA Long Course Online or at AS&RC. So, keep visiting this page to Join the Pak Army and fulfill your dream of serving the nation.