Pakistan Navy Jobs 2025 | Join Pakistan Navy as PN Cadet for Permanent Commission 2026-A

Join Pakistan Navy as PN Cadet for Permanent Commission (Term 2026-A)

Join Pakistan Navy as PN Cadet for Permanent Commission 2026-A—an excellent opportunity for motivated male citizens of Pakistan to begin a professional naval career with long-term growth, world-class training, and national service. The Pakistan Navy (Recruitment & Selection Directorate) invites unmarried civilian candidates (16½–21 years) and service candidates from the Armed Forces (17–23 years; married/unmarried as per service rules) to register from 12 October to 02 November 2025. The role is a full-time, permanent commission that begins with cadet training and leads to officer appointment in core naval branches. Eligible applicants must have Matric and F.Sc./O-Level/A-Level with at least 60% marks in one of the following subject groups: Physics–Maths–Chemistry, Physics–Maths–Computer Science, or Physics–Maths–Statistics.

Minimum height 5′-4″. Recruitment and testing are conducted at Pakistan Navy Recruitment & Selection Centres across major cities including Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi/Islamabad, Peshawar, Quetta, Multan, Faisalabad, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Abbottabad, Gilgit and other regional hubs.

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Eligibility & Educational Requirements

✅ Nationality & Gender: Male citizens of Pakistan only.
✅ Age (as on 15 May 2026):

• Civilians: 16½–21 years (must be unmarried).
• Service Candidates (Armed Forces): 17–23 years (married/unmarried as per service rules).

✅ Height: Minimum 5′-4″ (162.5 cm).
✅ Education:

• Matric and F.Sc./O-Level/A-Level with at least 60% aggregate.
• Acceptable subject groups:
  • Physics, Mathematics & Chemistry
  • Physics, Mathematics & Computer Science
  • Physics, Mathematics & Statistics
• O/A-Level candidates must submit IBCC equivalence certificates. 📝
• F.Sc. Part-I students with ≥ 65% may apply provisionally using a Hope Certificate; if the final result falls below the requirement, candidature will be cancelled.
• Pre-Medical students who have completed Additional Mathematics are generally considered if overall marks and group equivalence meet the required standard.
• Candidates with improper subject combinations or less than required marks in the final result will be disqualified.

Key Dates & Locations

• 📅 Online Registration: 12 October – 02 November 2025
• 🖥️ E-Testing & Initial Assessment: As scheduled by the system after registration (print your e-slip).
• 📍 Test/Recruitment Centres: Pakistan Navy Recruitment & Selection Centres in major cities nationwide, including (but not limited to) Karachi, Lahore, Rawalpindi/Islamabad, Peshawar, Quetta, Multan, Faisalabad, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Abbottabad, Gilgit, and other regional centers.
• 🌐 Official Portal: joinpaknavy.gov.pk (for registration, roll number slip, and updates).

Selection Process (Step-by-Step)

1. Online Registration (📅 12 Oct–02 Nov 2025) at joinpaknavy.gov.pk.
2. E-Slip & Test Scheduling: Download the roll number slip; the system will allocate a test date, time, and center.
3. Entrance Test (Computer-based):
   • Intelligence (Verbal & Non-Verbal)
   • Academic (Physics & Mathematics; Chemistry/Computer/Statistics as applicable)
4. Initial Medical & Interview at the center (✅ height, vision, BMI, general fitness).
5. Preliminary Document Scrutiny: CNIC/B-Form, academic mark sheets, IBCC equivalence (if O/A-Levels), and Hope Certificate (if applying on Part-I). 📝
6. ISSB (Inter Services Selection Board) for psychological profiling, group tasks, interviews, and leadership potential assessment.
7. Final Naval Headquarters Medical and clearance.
8. Merit-Based Selection & Joining Instructions for Pakistan Naval Academy.

Note: Failing to meet the final marks threshold (≥ 60% aggregate) after applying on a Hope Certificate, or producing incomplete/incorrect documents, results in cancellation of candidature.

Required Documents at Various Stages 📝

• Original CNIC/B-Form and father/guardian CNIC (with copies).
• Matric certificate and mark sheet (or IBCC equivalence).
• F.Sc. Part-I/Part-II mark sheets; A-Level/AS-Level results with IBCC equivalence.
• Hope Certificate (if applicable) issued by the Head of Institution confirming expected marks in Part-II.
• Domicile/PRC, passport-size photographs, and NOC for service candidates.
• Any sports/distinction certificates (if claimed).

How to Apply (Process) ✅

1. Visit joinpaknavy.gov.pk during 12 October – 02 November 2025.
2. Create/Sign in to your applicant account, complete the online form carefully with accurate personal and academic details.
3. Select your test centre (nearest Recruitment & Selection Centre).
4. Upload details of academic results; if applying on F.Sc. Part-I (≥ 65%), ensure you have a Hope Certificate from your Head of Institution.
5. Submit the form and print your e-slip/roll-number slip. 📄
6. Appear for the e-test on the given date with your original documents.
7. On shortlisting, complete initial medical & interview, then ISSB and final medical as scheduled.
8. Track updates on your applicant dashboard and keep your mobile and email active for alerts.
9. Final selection is strictly on merit, subject to medical fitness and document verification.