Join Pakistan Navy Through SSC Course 2027-A & M Cadet Scheme 12th Batch
The Pakistan Navy has announced the Short Service Commission (SSC) Course 2027-A together with the M Cadet Scheme 12th Batch, inviting graduates, engineers, doctors, MBBS students, teachers, lawyers and IT professionals to become commissioned officers of the Four Dimensional Force. Online registration on the official portal joinpaknavy.gov.pk runs from 01 to 22 November 2026, and age for all categories is calculated on 01 July 2027.
This guide by Shaheen Leaders Academy covers every branch in the official advertisement — Operations, Mechanical Engineering, Supply, Weapon Engineering, Ordnance, Medical, Instructor, Naval Law, Information Technology and Special Branch — along with branch-wise eligibility, age limits, ranks, the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), the ISSB-based selection process, M Cadet stipend details and the official Pakistan Navy SSC FAQs.
Serve the nation as a commissioned officer of the Pakistan Navy through Short Service Commission Course 2027-A or the M Cadet Scheme 12th Batch for MBBS students.
Pakistan Navy SSC Course 2027-A at a Glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Pakistan Navy — Recruitment Directorate, Naval Headquarters (NHQ), Islamabad |
| Course / Scheme | Short Service Commission (SSC) Course 2027-A & M Cadet Scheme 12th Batch |
| Who Can Apply | Male and female citizens of Pakistan (as per branch) |
| Registration Dates | 01 November 2026 to 22 November 2026 |
| Age Calculated On | 01 July 2027 |
| Minimum Height | Male 5′4″ · Female 5′0″ |
| Entrance Test | Computer-based e-Test: Intelligence + Academic |
| Initial Training | About 6 months at Pakistan Naval Academy (PNA), Karachi |
| Starting Rank | Ag S/Lt, Ag Lt, Surg Lt or Ag Surg Lt Cdr (branch-wise) |
| Official Website | www.joinpaknavy.gov.pk |
Branches Offered & Branch-Wise Eligibility Criteria
The SSC 2027-A advertisement lists ten officer branches. The table below summarises the qualification, gender, upper age limit and initial rank for each branch according to the official SSC 27-A Selection Criteria. “Ag S/Lt” means Acting Sub Lieutenant, “Ag Lt” Acting Lieutenant and “Ag Surg Lt Cdr” Acting Surgeon Lieutenant Commander.
| Branch / Specialization | Gender | Qualification | Max Age | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Branch Marines, SSG(N) | Male | HSSC (FSc)/A Level with Physics & Maths (min 60%) + 16-year Graduation with min 60% marks / 2.5 CGPA from an HEC recognized university | 27 years (up to 24 preferred) | Ag S/Lt |
| Operations Branch Aviation | Male | HSSC Pre-Engineering (min 65%) + 16-year Graduation with Physics & Mathematics (min 60% / 2.5 CGPA). Flying Aptitude Test mandatory; drone/robotics or basic flying experience preferred | 27 years (up to 24 preferred) | Ag S/Lt |
| Mechanical Engineering Branch Surface, Submarine | Male | BE/BS/BSc Mechanical Engineering (16 years) with min 60% / 2.5 CGPA — full guide | 27 years | Ag S/Lt |
| Supply Branch Surface | Male | MBA / BBA (Hons) / M.Com / MSc Economics / B.Com (16 years) with min 60% / 2.5 CGPA | 27 years | As per policy |
| Weapon Engineering Branch Surface, Aviation, Submarine | Male | BE Electrical/Electronic (2.5 CGPA/60%); Aviation: BE Avionics/Electrical/Electronics with min 3.0 CGPA, 2 years’ experience preferred — full guide | 27 years | Ag S/Lt |
| Ordnance Branch | Male | BE Electrical / Mechanical / Electronics / Mechatronics (16 years) with min 60% / 2.5 CGPA | 27 years | Ag S/Lt |
| Medical Branch GDMOs | Male | MBBS (min 2nd division) recognized by PM&DC/PMC, valid registration and one-year house job — full guide | 30 years | Surg Lt |
| Medical Branch 31 Specialist posts | Male / Female (as per post) | MBBS + FCPS (Pak) or equivalent foreign post-graduate qualification recognized by PM&DC; 2 years’ specialty experience preferred | 40 or 42 years (post-wise) | Ag Surg Lt Cdr |
| Instructor (I) Branch English, Maths, CS, Physics, Pak Studies, Islamic Studies, Statistics | Male | MS / M Phil (18 years) with 2.5 CGPA or 1st Division; teaching experience preferred — full guide | 31 years | Ag Lt |
| Naval Law Branch | Male | LLB / LLM / PhD / Bar at Law with 50% marks; member of the Bar with at least two years’ court practice | 34 years | As per policy |
| Information Technology Branch | Male | BS (16 years, 2.5 CGPA) in CS, SE, IT, Cyber Security, Computer Engineering or Data Science, or MS (18 years); separate slot for BS/MS Artificial Intelligence. NCEAC/PEC accreditation required | 27 years | As per policy |
| Special Branch Mechanical Engineering stream | Male | BE/BS/MS/PhD Electrical Engineering (35 yrs); BE/BS/MS Mechatronics/Mechanical (27 yrs); BE/BS/MS/PhD Electronics/Avionics (35 yrs) — all with 2.5 CGPA/60% | 27–35 years | As per policy |
| Special Branch Weapon Engineering | Male | BE/BS Industrial Electronics, System, Telecom, EE/EL or MS in related control/communication/embedded fields with 2.5 CGPA/60% | 27 years | As per policy |
| Pharmacist | Male / Female | Pharm-D (min 2nd division) from HEC recognized institution + 2 years’ relevant experience | 28 years | Ag S/Lt |
| Healthcare Support Officer (HCSO) | Male / Female | BS Nursing (min 2nd division) + 1 year experience as nurse in a PM&DC/PMC registered hospital | 28 years | Ag S/Lt |
| Speech Therapist | Male / Female | BS Speech & Language Pathology (min 2nd division) + 2 years’ relevant experience | 28 years | Ag S/Lt |
Detailed Branch Guides for SSC 2027-A
Medical Branch Specialist Posts in SSC 2027-A
Specialist doctors need MBBS recognized by PM&DC and a higher post-graduate qualification such as FCPS (Pak) or an equivalent foreign qualification in the relevant specialty, preferably with two years of experience. Specialists are inducted as Acting Surgeon Lieutenant Commander, stationed at Karachi or Islamabad (except one outside tenure), with evening practice and teaching at PN hospitals as per policy.
| Specialty | Gender | Max Age |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiac Anaesthetist (Adult) | M/F | 42 |
| General Anaesthetist | M/F | 40 |
| Critical Care Medical Specialist / Intensivist | M/F | 42 |
| Cardiologist / Interventional Cardiologist | M/F | 42 |
| Paeds Cardiologist | M/F | 42 |
| Gynecologist | F | 42 |
| General Medicine | M/F | 40 |
| Nuclear Medicine | M/F | 42 |
| Neurologist | M/F | 42 |
| Pulmonologist | M | 42 |
| Emergency Medicine Specialist | M/F | 42 |
| Gastroenterology | M/F | 42 |
| Endocrinologist | M/F | 42 |
| Oncologist | M | 42 |
| Ophthalmologist (Oculoplastic / Vitreoretinal) | M | 42 |
| Paediatrician | M | 40 |
| Pathologist (Haematology, Microbiology, Immunology, Virology) | M/F | 40 |
| Child Psychiatrist | M/F | 40 |
| Radiologist | M/F | 42 |
| Interventional Radiologist | M | 42 |
| Rehab Medicine | M/F | 40 |
| Surgeon (General / Breast / Vascular) | M/F | 40 |
| Thoracic Surgeon | M/F | 42 |
| Peads Surgeon | M/F | 42 |
| Neuro Surgeon | M | 42 |
| Cardiac Surgeon | M | 42 |
| Paeds Cardiac Surgeon | M/F | 42 |
| Urologist | M/F | 42 |
| Plastic Surgeon | M/F | 42 |
| Burn Specialist | M/F | 42 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | M/F | 40 |
M Cadet Scheme 12th Batch: Eligibility & Benefits
| Requirement | M Cadet 12th Batch Details |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Male/female citizens of Pakistan studying in 4th or 5th year of MBBS on 01 July 2027 in Govt Medical Colleges / Special Colleges recognized by PMDC |
| Academic Record | All previous years/semesters of MBBS passed with minimum 50% marks in the first attempt only |
| Age Limit | Up to 26 years on 01 July 2027 |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Physical Standard | Height: Male 5′4″, Female 5′; weight as per BMI |
| Monthly Stipend | Rs. 35,290 per month during cadetship |
| Reimbursement | Expenditure of completed MBBS years reimbursed (max Rs. 2,22,996 per annum) after graduation and commissioning |
| After MBBS | Basic military training at PNA Karachi, then house job at PNS SHIFA |
| Rank | Surgeon Lieutenant (Surg Lt) on successful completion of training |
| Service Bond | Minimum 7 years from completion of basic training |
Physical Standards & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
All SSC 2027-A candidates must meet the minimum height of 5 feet 4 inches (male) and 5 feet (female) with no height waiver. After passing the entrance test, candidates appear in the PET at their PNR&SC:
| Physical Efficiency Test (PET) | Requirement | Time Limit |
|---|---|---|
| 🏃 Running | One Mile (1.6 km) | 8 minutes 30 seconds |
| 💪 Push-ups | 10 Repetitions | 02 Minutes |
| 🧘 Sit-ups | 10 Repetitions | 02 Minutes |
| 🏋️ Chin-ups | 02 Repetitions | 02 Minutes |
Selection Process for Pakistan Navy SSC 2027-A
Pakistan Navy SSC 2027-A Selection Process
Register on the official portal www.joinpaknavy.gov.pk between 01 and 22 November 2026. A recent photograph is mandatory and you choose your nearest Pakistan Navy Recruitment & Selection Centre (PNR&SC) as test venue.
The initial test consists of an Intelligence Test and an Academic Test; a professional test is added for some categories. Original CNIC and documents are required on test day.
Test-qualified candidates go through preliminary medical, Physical Efficiency Test and an initial interview at the respective PNR&SC. Only qualifiers are issued application forms.
Merit-based shortlisted candidates are called to the Inter Services Selection Board (ISSB). ISSB recommendation remains valid for one year.
Recommended candidates undergo a detailed medical at an authorized CMH or PNS SHIFA Hospital, Karachi. An appeal medical board is held only at CMH Rawalpindi (no appeal for Hepatitis B, C or HIV).
Final interview by the Pakistan Navy Selection Board at the venue decided by Naval Headquarters (NHQ).
Naval Headquarters, Islamabad makes the final selection strictly on merit. Selected officers report to the Pakistan Naval Academy (PNA), Karachi for about six months of initial training.
⚕️ Medical Branch exception: Medical candidates are not sent to ISSB. Their Personality Test (PAT) is held at the respective PNR&SC, followed by medical examination and the PN Selection Board.
Required Documents for Registration
Documents to Keep Ready
Computerized National Identity Card is compulsory for the test and every later stage.
Domicile of your province/region as per recruitment instructions.
Matric, HSSC/FSc, final degree and transcripts from an HEC recognized university/institution. Foreign degrees need HEC equivalence.
Doctors must provide PM&DC/PMC registration, house job and specialist qualification certificates.
Law graduates must show Bar membership with at least two years of court practice.
Only post-degree experience is counted; internship periods are not treated as experience.
Serving government employees must obtain a No Objection Certificate from their department.
A clear passport-size photograph is mandatory for online registration.
How to Apply Online for Pakistan Navy SSC 2027-A
- Visit the official Pakistan Navy recruitment portal www.joinpaknavy.gov.pk.
- Create your account and open SSC Course 2027-A or M Cadet Scheme 12th Batch under the current advertisements.
- Fill in personal, academic and contact details exactly as per your CNIC and degree documents.
- Upload a recent photograph and select your preferred PNR&SC test centre (the venue normally cannot be changed later).
- Submit the form before 22 November 2026 and print your registration slip; test dates are communicated through calls/SMS and the portal.
Note: Applications sent directly to the Recruitment Directorate at Naval Headquarters are not entertained.
Why Join the Pakistan Navy as an SSC Officer?
A Short Service Commission puts you on the officer cadre of a modern maritime force that operates frigates, submarines, maritime patrol aircraft, helicopters and Special Service Group (Navy) teams. Beyond the uniform and prestige, SSC officers receive a government pay package, lifelong learning opportunities and a path to permanent commission.
Pay, Perks & Privileges of SSC Officers
- Pay Package: Initial pay equal to a BPS-17 officer, with a stipend during training
- Medical: Free medical treatment for self, family and parents
- Accommodation: Family accommodation or house rent allowance, plus servant facility/allowance after marriage
- Travel: 50% concession for self and family on air and railway travel
- Education: Subsidized education for children in Bahria Colleges, Bahria University and other professional institutions
- Career: Visits, courses and assignments abroad; option to extend service or apply for permanent commission
- Special Allowances: Additional 40% of basic pay and extra ration for SSG(N), Submarine and Aviation aircrew
- CILB: Compensation in Lieu of Batman (CILB) as per authorized government scale
Who Is Not Eligible?
- Rejected by ISSB or GHQ/NHQ/AHQ selection boards as per prescribed limits (e.g. twice rejected by ISSB for Post Graduate Entry).
- Twice screened out by ISSB, or tested within 120 days of the previous ISSB appearance (unless waived by the competent authority).
- Dismissed, removed or debarred from government service including the Armed Forces.
- Convicted by a court of law for a heinous offence.
- Permanently declared UNFIT by an Appeal Medical Board, or declared unfit due to Hepatitis B & C.
- Withdrawn on disciplinary grounds from any bonded Armed Forces college, or withdrawn/resigned/purchased commission from any Armed Forces academy.
- Tampering of certificates, forgery or concealment of facts makes a candidate permanently ineligible for all types of commission.
Pakistan Navy Recruitment & Selection Centres (PNR&SC)
Entrance tests, preliminary medical, PET and initial interviews are conducted at the following PNR&SCs across Pakistan:
Frequently Asked Questions: Pakistan Navy SSC 2027-A
How can I register for Pakistan Navy SSC Course 2027-A?
I have a degree from China, Russia or another country. Am I eligible?
What is the minimum height for SSC candidates?
What subjects are covered in the initial entry test?
I am in the last semester of my degree. Can I apply?
I am a government employee. Can I apply for commission in the Pakistan Navy?
Can I change my test venue after registration?
What if I am declared medically unfit but disagree with the decision?
What is the validity of ISSB recommendation?
How long is the initial training of SSC officers?
Is there any age relaxation or height waiver in SSC?
What is the pay package of SSC officers?
Can SSC officers get permanent commission or extend service?
Which branches are open to female candidates?
Can married candidates apply for SSC?
Can I apply for two categories at the same time?
What benefit does a repeater candidate get?
Can I join the Pakistan Navy with dual nationality?
Is internship counted in experience for SSC?
How many SSC courses are advertised every year?
Crucial Recruitment Information
- Registration Window: 01 November 2026 to 22 November 2026
- Eligibility: Citizens of Pakistan only; age as on 01 July 2027
- Official Portal: www.joinpaknavy.gov.pk · X (Twitter): @pnrectt · Facebook: Pakistan Navy Recruitment Online
- Test Pattern: Computer-based Intelligence and Academic test
- Disclaimer: Shaheen Leaders Academy shares this information for guidance. Always confirm the final criteria on the official Pakistan Navy website.
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