Pakistan Army announces recruitment for JCO posts

Zahid Mehmood • November 2, 2026 • Pakistan

The Pakistan Army has announced recruitment for Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) positions in its Army Education Corps, inviting eligible male candidates from across the country to apply.

According to the recruitment announcement, online registration will remain open from November 1 to December 15, 2026. Applicants must hold at least a BSc or an eligible Associate Degree in Science to qualify.

Candidates must also meet the prescribed age and physical fitness criteria, including a minimum height requirement of 5 feet 6 inches. Civilian applicants must be aged between 20 and 28, while serving military personnel can apply up to the age of 35. Interested candidates are advised to review the eligibility requirements and complete their registration before the December 15 deadline.

Educational qualifications for Army JCO recruitment

Applicants must possess at least a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree or an Associate Degree in Science in one of the subjects specified by the Pakistan Army.

Candidates holding BS or MS degrees will receive preference during the selection process.

The eligible academic disciplines include:

1.      Physics

2.      Chemistry

3.      Mathematics

4.      Biology (Zoology or Botany)

5.      Geography

6.      Computer Science

7.      Commerce

Applicants are required to select one of the eligible subjects when submitting their applications.

Pakistan Army JCO selection process

The recruitment process will begin with initial intelligence and psychological assessments conducted at the designated Army Selection and Recruitment Centres.

Candidates will be assessed against the prescribed selection criteria to determine their suitability for the Junior Commissioned Officer positions in the Army Education Corps.