{"id":1254,"date":"2026-07-11T20:23:52","date_gmt":"2026-07-11T20:23:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/onnac.com\/ONLINEAPPLY\/?p=1254"},"modified":"2024-06-06T07:25:01","modified_gmt":"2024-06-06T07:25:01","slug":"pma-long-course","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/onnac.com\/ONLINEAPPLY\/pma-long-course\/","title":{"rendered":"PMA Long Course 155 Details, Online Apply &#038; Last Date"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>PMA Long Course 155<\/strong> is a two-year training program for those who want to become commissioned officer in the Pakistan Army. This course is offered twice a year, once in March and once in October. During these two years, candidates study at the <a href=\"https:\/\/onnac.com\/ONLINEAPPLY\/pakistan-military-academy\/\">Pakistan Military Academy<\/a> and work towards a Bachelor of Military Art and Science degree. After finishing the course, they become Second Lieutenants in the <a href=\"https:\/\/onnac.com\/ONLINEAPPLY\/pakistan-army\/\">Pakistan Army<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The course is divided into six terms. The registration for PMA Long Course 155 will starts on <strong>November 06,2024 to December 06, 2024<\/strong>. To online apply, you need to have at least an intermediate level of education. The physical and medical standards are strict, and you need to pass these tests to be eligible. If you have been rejected by the <a href=\"https:\/\/onnac.com\/ONLINEAPPLY\/inter-services-selection-board\/\">Inter-Services Selection Board (ISSB)<\/a> twice, you cannot apply for PMA LC.<\/p>\n<h2 id='pma-long-course-155-eligibility-criteria'  id=\"boomdevs_1\" >PMA Long Course 155 Eligibility Criteria<\/h2>\n<p>Here is the information about the education and age requirements for the PMA Long Course 155 in a table format:<\/p>\n<div class=\"w-full overflow-x-auto max-w-[90vw] border-borderMain\/60 dark:border-borderMainDark\/80 divide-borderMain\/60 dark:divide-borderMainDark\/80 ring-borderMain dark:ring-borderMainDark bg-transparent\">\n<table class=\"border my-[1em] w-full border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark table-auto\">\n<thead class=\"bg-offset dark:bg-offsetDark\">\n<tr>\n<th class=\"px-sm py-sm whitespace-nowrap \">Education Level<\/th>\n<th class=\"px-sm py-sm whitespace-nowrap \">Age<\/th>\n<th class=\"px-sm py-sm whitespace-nowrap \">Age Relaxation<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"px-sm border border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px]\">Intermediate or Equivalent<\/td>\n<td class=\"px-sm border border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px]\">17-22 Years<\/td>\n<td class=\"px-sm border border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px]\">3 months both upper and lower<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"px-sm border border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px]\">Graduates (2 years graduation) and Serving PN\/PAF Personnel<\/td>\n<td class=\"px-sm border border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px]\">17-23 Years<\/td>\n<td class=\"px-sm border border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px]\">3 months both upper and lower<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"px-sm border border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px]\">Graduates with 4 years graduation programme (BS \/ BA (Hon) \/ BBA \/BPA)<\/td>\n<td class=\"px-sm border border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px]\">17-24 Years<\/td>\n<td class=\"px-sm border border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px]\">No age relaxation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"px-sm border border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px]\">Serving Army Soldiers<\/td>\n<td class=\"px-sm border border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px]\">17-25 Years<\/td>\n<td class=\"px-sm border border-borderMain dark:border-borderMainDark min-w-[48px]\">No age relaxation<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that these age limits are subject to the specific terms of Army Long Course being applied for, and candidates are advised to check the latest announcements for any changes or updates to these criteria.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3 id='marks-relaxation'  id=\"boomdevs_2\" >Marks Relaxation<\/h3>\n<p>There is a relaxation in marks for candidates from specific areas of Pakistan. Candidates from these areas are required to have 55% marks in FA\/FSc, as opposed to the standard requirement of 60% marks. The areas where this relaxation applies include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Balochistan<\/li>\n<li>FATA<\/li>\n<li>Gilgit-Baltistan<\/li>\n<li>District Kohistan<\/li>\n<li>Chitral<\/li>\n<li>Dir<\/li>\n<li>Tehsil Bala Kot (Kaghan, Naran) of District Mansehra in KPK<\/li>\n<li>District Neelum Azad Jammu Kashmir<\/li>\n<li>Tharparker and Tehsil Umer Kot in Sindh<\/li>\n<li>District Rajanpur<\/li>\n<li>Drawar Fort<\/li>\n<li>Area of Cholistan Desert<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id='selection-criteria'  id=\"boomdevs_3\" >Selection Criteria<\/h2>\n<p>During the selection process, candidates must also pass the initial written test, which includes an academic test and intelligence tests (verbal and non-verbal). For the academic test, each correct multiple-choice question (MCQ) is worth one mark. Candidates securing less than 12 marks in the academic test are considered to have failed and will not be given the Inter Services Selection Board (ISSB) form.<\/p>\n<p>The passing criteria for the PMA Long Course 155 exams involve several stages:<\/p>\n<h3 id='initial-test'  id=\"boomdevs_4\" ><strong>Initial Test<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This is a multiple-choice question (MCQ) exam that covers various subjects, including English, Islamic Studies, General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies, Mathematics, Quantitative Ability, and Everyday Sciences. Candidates are advised to solve as many practice questions as possible and manage their time effectively<\/p>\n<h3 id='verbal-and-non-verbal-tests'  id=\"boomdevs_5\" ><strong>Verbal and Non-Verbal Tests<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>These tests assess the candidates&#8217; intelligence quotient (IQ), logical reasoning, and analytical skills through various types of questions. Verbal tests focus on language and comprehension abilities, while non-verbal tests evaluate spatial and pattern recognition skills<\/p>\n<h4 id='verbal-intelligence-questions'  id=\"boomdevs_6\" >Verbal Intelligence Questions<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>If the 28th day of a month is Sunday, then the 2nd day will be Tuesday.<\/li>\n<li>If yesterday was Sunday, then the day after tomorrow will be Wednesday.<\/li>\n<li>If the 4th day of a month is Friday, then the 19th day will be Saturday.<\/li>\n<li>90% of 90 is 81.<\/li>\n<li>One third of 10% of 90 is 3.<\/li>\n<li>One third of 10% of 120 is 4<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 id='general-knowledge'  id=\"boomdevs_7\" ><strong>General Knowledge<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This section tests the candidates&#8217; awareness about world affairs, current events, and important aspects of Pakistan&#8217;s history, geography, and culture.<\/p>\n<h4 id='general-knowledge-questions'  id=\"boomdevs_8\" >General Knowledge Questions<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>SAARC members? &#8211; 8 members<\/li>\n<li>When did Pakistan join the Legal Framework Order (LFO)? &#8211; 1970<\/li>\n<li>What is the place between two rivers called? &#8211; Doab<\/li>\n<li>What was the first battle of Islam? &#8211; Battle of Badr (referred to as Widan or Abwan)<\/li>\n<li>What is the relationship between Hazrat Ismail A.S and Hazrat Ishaq A.S? &#8211; Brothers<\/li>\n<li>What is the name of Hazrat Hajera R.A&#8217;s son? &#8211; Hazrat Ismail A.S<\/li>\n<li>Who is the current Chief Justice? &#8211; (As of the time of the question, it was Gulzar Ahmed)<\/li>\n<li>Who is the current DG ISI? &#8211; (As of the time of the question, it was Major General Faiz Hameed)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Candidates should prepare for the initial test by focusing on various subjects, including English, Islamic Studies, General Knowledge, Pakistan Studies, Mathematics, Quantitative Ability, and Everyday Sciences. Preparation materials and guides are available to assist candidates in their preparation<\/p>\n<h3 id='medical-physical-test'  id=\"boomdevs_9\" >Medical &amp; Physical Test<\/h3>\n<p>The physical and medical tests for the 155 PMA Long Course are crucial components of the selection process for candidates aspiring to join the Pakistan Military Academy. Here are the details of the physical and medical tests:<\/p>\n<h4 id='physical-test-requirements'  id=\"boomdevs_10\" >Physical Test Requirements<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>6 KM Running<\/strong>: Candidates must complete a 6 KM run within 8 minutes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Push-Ups<\/strong>: Candidates are required to do 15 push-ups in 2 minutes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Chin-Ups<\/strong>: Candidates must complete 3 chin-ups in 2 minutes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sit-Ups<\/strong>: 20 sit-ups are required to be completed in 2 minutes.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ditch Crossing<\/strong>: Candidates must cross a ditch that is 7 feet 4 inches long and 4 feet deep<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4 id='medical-examination'  id=\"boomdevs_11\" >Medical Examination<\/h4>\n<p>Candidates who clear the initial test will be called for a Medical Examination, which includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Eye Test<\/strong>: Assessment of eye vision and color blindness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Complete Body Test<\/strong>: A thorough body checkup to check for any major operations, major injuries, knee knocking, carrying angle of elbow, or any kind of disability.<\/li>\n<li><strong>ENT Test<\/strong>: Examination of the ear, nose, and throat, including a dental check<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These tests are designed to ensure that candidates meet the physical and medical standards required for the demanding life in the military. Candidates are advised to prepare thoroughly for these tests to increase their chances of selection.<\/p>\n<h3 id='issb-test'  id=\"boomdevs_12\" ><strong>ISSB Test<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Candidates who pass the initial test are then called for the Inter-Services Selection Board (ISSB) test.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Psychological Tests:<\/strong> Includes Verbal and Non-verbal Intelligence Tests, Personality Tests, and Mechanical Aptitude Test.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Outdoor Activities:<\/strong> Group tests to assess teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills. Activities include Group Discussion, Individual Obstacles, Group Planning, Group Tasks, and Command Tasks.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interviews:<\/strong> Focuses on candidates&#8217; life, academics, personality, and general awareness.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3 id='final-selection'  id=\"boomdevs_13\" ><strong>Final Selection<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The final selection is made by the General Headquarters (GHQ) based on the overall performance of the candidates.<\/p>\n<h2 id='pma-long-course-online-apply'  id=\"boomdevs_14\" >PMA Long Course Online Apply<\/h2>\n<div>\n<p>To apply online for the PMA Long Course, candidates need to follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Visit the official Pakistan Army recruitment website at <a href=\"http:\/\/joinpakarmy.gov.pk\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">joinpakarmy.gov.pk<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Look for the latest advertisement for the PMA Long Course and read the eligibility criteria carefully.<\/li>\n<li>Click on the online registration link provided for the PMA Long Course 155.<\/li>\n<li>Fill out the online application form with all the required details.<\/li>\n<li>Schedule your test date and time from the available slots.<\/li>\n<li>After scheduling, download the registration slip, which you will need to bring on the day of the test along with other required documents.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Please note that the online registration dates for the PMA Long Course were expected to start in mid-April, and the last date for registration was mentioned as November 2023 for the 153rd course. It is important to check the official website for the most current information regarding the registration dates for the 155th PMA Long Course.<\/p>\n<h2 id='documents-required'  id=\"boomdevs_15\" >Documents Required<\/h2>\n<p>The documents required for the 155 PMA Long Course include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Registration Slip<\/strong>: This is downloaded after scheduling your exam date from the official website<\/li>\n<li><strong>Original Mark Sheets\/Result Cards<\/strong>: These are required to verify your academic qualifications<\/li>\n<li><strong>Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC)<\/strong>\u00a0or Form &#8216;B&#8217; issued by NADRA for less than 18 years of age<\/li>\n<li><strong>Photocopies of the Above-Mentioned Documents<\/strong>: Candidates should bring photocopies of all the original documents<\/li>\n<li><strong>Photocopies of &#8220;Not Recommended&#8221; Letter<\/strong>: This is applicable for repeater candidates who have previously not been recommended by the Inter-Services Selection Board (ISSB)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Passport Size Photographs<\/strong>: Candidates are usually required to bring a certain number of passport size photographs, though the exact number is not specified in the search results<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Candidates are advised to check the latest announcements for any updates to these requirements. It&#8217;s important to bring all the necessary documents to avoid any inconvenience during the selection process<\/p>\n<h2 id='rank-salary'  id=\"boomdevs_16\" >Rank &amp; Salary<\/h2>\n<p>Upon completion of the 155 PMA Long Course, cadets are commissioned as Second Lieutenants. The salary for a Second Lieutenant in the Pakistan Army can vary based on various factors, including service years, allowances, and other benefits.<\/p>\n<h2 id='benefit-of-joining-pak-army'  id=\"boomdevs_17\" >Benefit Of Joining Pak Army<\/h2>\n<p>Upon completion of the PMA Long Course training, cadets are commissioned as second lieutenants in the Pakistan Army. They then go on to serve in a variety of roles and assignments, both in Pakistan and abroad. Graduates of the PMA Long Course 155 have a wide range of career opportunities, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Free Medical For Life:<\/strong> You will get free medical for your self and your family for lifetime.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Command and Staff Positions:<\/strong> PMA graduates can rise through the ranks to hold command and staff positions at various levels within the Pakistan Army.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Specialized Roles:<\/strong> Graduates can also pursue specialized roles in areas such as intelligence, aviation, engineering, and logistics.<\/li>\n<li><strong>International Assignments:<\/strong> PMA graduates may also be assigned to international peacekeeping missions or serve as military attach\u00e9s in foreign countries.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leadership and Management Skills:<\/strong> The PMA Long Course provides cadets with the opportunity to develop strong leadership and management skills. Officers are trained to lead and motivate teams, make sound decisions under pressure, and effectively manage resources.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Professional Development:<\/strong> The Pakistan Army invests heavily in the professional development of its officers. Officers are provided with opportunities to attend training courses, seminars, and workshops to enhance their skills and knowledge.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>PMA Long Course 155 is a two-year training program for those who want to become commissioned officer in the Pakistan Army. This course is offered twice a year, once in March and once in October. 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