Join Pakistan Navy as Mechanical Engineer Through SSC 2027-A
Mechanical engineers can build a career aboard frigates, corvettes, fast attack craft and submarines by joining the Mechanical Engineering Branch of the Pakistan Navy through the Short Service Commission (SSC) Course 2027-A. Online registration on joinpaknavy.gov.pk is open from 01 to 22 November 2026, and the age limit of 27 years is counted on 01 July 2027.
In SSC 2027-A the Mechanical Engineering Branch is offered in Surface and Submarine streams, while the Special Branch (Mechanical Engineering) additionally inducts Electrical, Mechatronics, Mechanical, Electronics and Avionics graduates — including MS and PhD holders up to 35 years. Below are the complete eligibility rules, test preparation tips, PET, selection stages and FAQs. For all branches, see the complete Pakistan Navy SSC 2027-A guide.
Keep the fleet moving as a commissioned Marine/Mechanical Engineering Officer of the Pakistan Navy.
Mechanical Engineering Branch SSC 2027-A: Key Facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Branch | Mechanical Engineering (Surface, Submarine) + Special Branch Mechanical Engineering |
| Course | Short Service Commission (SSC) Course 2027-A |
| Gender | Male |
| Minimum Marks | 2.5 CGPA / 60% from HEC recognized university |
| Age Limit | 27 years (Special Branch Electrical & Electronics/Avionics: 35 years) |
| Rank | Acting Sub Lieutenant (Ag S/Lt); Special Branch as per policy |
| Registration | 01–22 November 2026 |
| Training | Pakistan Naval Academy (PNA), Karachi |
Eligibility Criteria: Surface & Submarine
| Stream | Qualification | Age | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Surface | BE / BS / BSc Mechanical Engineering (16 years) with at least 60% marks / 2.5 CGPA from HEC recognized university/institution | 27 yrs | Ag S/Lt |
| Submarine | BE Mechanical (16 years) with at least 2.5 CGPA / 60% marks from HEC recognized university/institution | 27 yrs | Ag S/Lt |
Special Branch – Mechanical Engineering Stream
| Discipline | Qualification | Age | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | BE / BS / MS / PhD Electrical Engineering, min 2.5 CGPA / 60% | 35 yrs | As per policy |
| Mechatronics / Mechanical | BE / BS / MS Mechatronics or Mechanical, min 2.5 CGPA / 60% | 27 yrs | As per policy |
| Electronics / Avionics | BE / BS / MS / PhD Electronics or Avionics, min 2.5 CGPA / 60% | 35 yrs | As per policy |
What Does a Mechanical Engineering Officer Do?
Mechanical (Marine) Engineering Officers are responsible for a ship’s propulsion and power: gas turbines, diesel engines, gearboxes, shafting and propellers, power generation, HVAC, hydraulics, damage control and fire-fighting systems. Submarine engineers manage diesel-electric propulsion, battery systems, air-independent propulsion and life-support machinery. Officers also lead maintenance teams at naval dockyards and engineering establishments.
Mechanical Engineer Test Preparation
Prepare for the Intelligence Test and the Academic Test. Revise thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, strength of materials, machine design, IC engines, power plants, manufacturing processes and engineering mechanics, along with basic Physics and Mathematics. Timed practice tests on Shaheen Leaders Academy help you manage speed and accuracy.
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| 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
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.
Documents Required
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.
16-year degree with CGPA; PEC registration (if available) is useful.
Post-graduate degree and transcripts for Special Branch applicants.
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
- Visit the official Pakistan Navy recruitment portal www.joinpaknavy.gov.pk.
- Create your account and open SSC Course 2027-A → Mechanical Engineering Branch 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.
Benefits for Engineering Officers
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.
