Officers Career Brochure PDF

CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION....................................................2 5 NON GD COURSES (PERMANENT

The PAF...........................................................3 COMMISSION/SHORT SERVICE COMMISSION)..............14
Organization.........................................3 Engineering Branch (SSC).................14
Training System...............................................4 Logistic Branch (PC/SSC)...................14
PAF Academy Risalpur....................................5 Information Technology Branch (PC/SSC)..15
Air Defence (AD) Branch (PC/SSC)....16
College of Flying Training (CFT)......................5
Admin & Special Duties (A&SD) Branch
College of Aeronautical Engineering (CAE).....6 (PC/SSC).......................................................17
Cadets Wing.....................................................6 Education Branch.............................18
The Cadets Mess..................................7 Accounts Branch (PC/SSC)...............19
Extra Curricular Activities & Sports........7 Legal Branch (PC/SSC)....................19
Literary Activities...................................8 Meteorological Branch (PC/SSC).......20
Educational Visits..................................8 6 NON GD COURSES (SPECIAL PURPOSES SHORT
Students Counseling.............................8 SERVICE COMMISSION (SPSSC)...............20
Engineering Branch..........................21
Career Opportunity...........................................8
Education Branch..............................22
2 GENERAL DUTIES (PILOT)(PC & SSC)...............9 Medical Branch.....................................22.
Selection Criteria............................................10 Selection Procedure.......................................23
Training..........................................................10 7 MISCELLANEOUS
Commissioning..............................................11 Ineligibility Criteria................................................24.
Selection Procedure.......................................11 Conclusion...................................................24
3 ENGINEERING BRANCH (CAE).........................12 E-Testing....................................................25
Regular Courses............................................12 Sample Intelligence Test..............................26
Sample Academic Test
Selection Criteria............................................12
English................................................32
Training..........................................................13 Physics...............................................33
Commissioning..............................................13 Mathematics................................................34
Selection Procedure......................................13 Filling the Answer Sheet..................................35
4 SUSPENDED AVIATION CADETS Sample Answer Sheet.....................................36
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Introduction to PAF
The word “PAF” nowadays, requires no elaboration. It has become a legendary
phenomenon due to its glorious history. It is renowned for its good name both within and
outside the country. Aviators of the PAF have carved out history for themselves in the past
Air Cdre Arif Mahmood TI(M), T.Bt and are exerting hard to maintain the standards set by their forerunners; rather augmenting
Director Human Resource Induction them with excellence in future. We hope this brochure will give you some idea of the
Pakistan Air force, its selection system and subsequent training. The first thing to be said is
that our standards are high, and we insist to apply them. We make no apology for that. We
are in the business of selecting the next generation of officers for a service, who must be
conversant with the latest technology, ready to defend our motherland in the event of
conflict. Those who are selected for the task would be given an expanded and extensive
training, leading to a very challenging and demanding job. Not only are they likely to be
responsible for sophisticated equipment worth millions of rupees, but also for the security of
the country and the well being of their countrymen. Wrong selection on our part would be
very costly and may prove fatal to the interest of the nation: hence we cannot take chance for
such a grave lapse.
Despite this, it is not a part of our policy to discourage or make you nervous or catch
you with tricky questions. The test and interviews at PAF I&S Centres / ISSB are carried out
in a relaxed and informal way. After all we need to know you as a person. To achieve this
objective, we do encourage you to feel at home and think and act naturally. We are
confident that you will enjoy the time you spend with us if you come in the right spirit.
Whether you are successful or not, you should learn something about today’s PAF and
people in it, and above all about yourself.
Director Human Resource Induction
Air Headquarters, Peshawar
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PAKISTAN AIR FORCE
Quality is the hallmark of Pakistan Air Force. In order to maintain its traditions of
professional excellence, the PAF is quite selective in choosing suitable young candidates to fly,
maintain and support its sophisticated aircraft and equipment. Those who are selected and
successfully complete PAF’s exhaustive and strenuous training can look forward to a
rewarding, noble and honorable career. PAF offers a wide variety of these careers to the
citizens of Pakistan.
Life in the PAF is undoubtedly disciplined and demanding but then, there are many
incentives, like handsome salary, accommodation, free medical facilities for self and family,
generous leave and air/rail passage at concessional rates. Moreover, the Air Force
environment is dynamic because one is always in the company of cheerful, energetic and
dedicated colleagues ready to do their best for one another. This privileged camaraderie can
only be appreciated by those who serve in this elite force.
Pakistan Air Force is comparatively a young service. It was established in 1947 with
only a handful of personnel and with scant resources. The PAF has undergone many
evolutionary changes in the short span of its history. It has matured rapidly and its pilots have
successfully contested numerically superior enemies in the air; both in the sub-continent and
elsewhere. Today, it stands as one of the most well organized and well maintained forces in
the region. Its command and administrative structures have been refashioned from time to
time to keep pace with its expansion and modernization programmes.
ORGANIZATION
The overall operational and administrative control of the PAF vests in the Chief of the Air
Staff who exercises this function through Air Headquarters. He is assisted by Vice Chief of the
Air Staff and six Deputy Chiefs of the Air Staff who control and administer the disciplines of
Operations, Administration, Training, Engineering, Support and Personnel in the PAF.
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The flying operations of the Air Force are carried out and supported by a number of
operational, training and maintenance Air Bases located all over the country. The respective
Base Commanders are responsible for the operational readiness and combat efficiency of their
Bases. These operational Bases are placed under three regional Air Commands, viz, Northern,
Central and Southern, each commanded by an Air Officer Commanding (AOC) who is
responsible to the Chief of the Air Staff. The field command structure is designed to ensure
coordination among the various fighting elements of the three services as well as
understanding of one another’s role in the defence of the country. Each Base embodies a well-
knit community of officers and men who operate and maintain the various weapon systems of
the Air Force and is well equipped to cater for all the needs of the personnel deployed there. An
Air Base is not only a place of work but a home for its personnel.
The Air Defence Command (ADC) maintains a year-round 24 hours surveillance of the
national Air Space and controls all Air Defence activities of the PAF. The Air Defence Command
exercises the operational control over all the Air Defence elements (Interceptor Fighters,
Surface to Air Missiles and Anti Air Craft Guns etc) which are fully integrated with other weapon
systems of the PAF to form a cohesive and potent deterrent force. Geographically, the Air
Defence of the country is organized on a regional basis for greater efficiency, each region being
looked after by a Sector Headquarters.
TRAINING SYSTEM
The most important peacetime activity of a fighting force is training for war, but this
aspect has unique significance for the PAF. The mission of service compels the PAF to train for
combat with adversaries whose numerical strength and resources it cannot match.
Accordingly, the PAF has traditionally organized its training programmes with a view to achieve
maximum utilization of men and material. Its training programmes aim at making up in quality
what it lacks in quantity. Theses programmes draw heavily on the ingenuity and
resourcefulness of the personnel who are entrusted to shoulder this onerous responsibility and
who see to it that they prove equal to the task. The PAF always strives to employ the most
scientific and advanced techniques for training its manpower. It trains to outwit, outfight and
outshoot the enemy.
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PAF ACADEMY RISALPUR
The selected candidates proceed to the PAF Academy, Risalpur to fulfill their cherished
dream of becoming the future Fighter Pilots, Aeronautical Engineers or other support
branches. The PAF Academy is located at Risalpur which is a small town in the North West
Frontier Province of Pakistan. It is situated about 8 Km from Nowshera, across the green bank
of Kabul River, on the main road to the beautiful valley of Swat. The legendary Khyber Pass,
the gate-way to Central Asian Republics, lies to the north at a distance of about 90 km. PAF
Academy comprises of two premier institutions of the PAF, the College of Flying Training and
the College of Aeronautical Engineering. Both these institutions are well-equipped with
modern workshops, laboratories, libraries, class-rooms and other academic facilities to
classify them as distinctive institutions. The vast parade ground, immaculate cadets’ mess and
living-in accommodation presents a spectacle to behold. These institutions have bred
generations of Fighter Pilots, Aeronautical engineers and Officers of other branches for the
PAF and other friendly countries.
COLLEGE OF FLYING TRAINING (CFT)

In CFT, Aviation Cadets go through flying/academic training of three years. Over the
years, the College has developed a modern, scientific and systematic programme of pilot
training. It aims at equipping the aviation cadets with basic flying skills along with sound
academic/professional background which eventually leads to the award of B.Sc Degree by
Peshawar University. The College has three types of trainer aircraft namely MFI-17 Mushshak,
which is being produced under license Pakistan, T-37 a jet trainer of American origin and
another jet trainer K-8 a joint venture of Pakistan and China. Training on these aircraft is
designed to produce pilots for Pakistan Air Force and friendly countries. Aviation Cadets who
successfully complete their flying training on training aircraft are awarded flying wings. The
college is also entrusted to conduct regular courses of Engineering, Admin & Special Duties,
Education, Logistics, Information Technology, Meteorology, Accounts, Legal Officers and
Branch List Permanent Commission.
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COLLEGE OF AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING (CAE)
The College of Aeronautical Engineering came into being after independence when an
acute shortage of technical maintenance officers was felt in the PAF. In order to meet the
immediate requirements of the engineering officers, a plan to establish an Aeronautical
Engineering College was mooted and speedily implemented. The college was initially
established at Korangi Creek in 1965. In 1986, the college was shifted from Korangi Creek to
PAF Academy, Risalpur. The Aviation Cadets of Engineering Branch go through 4 years
training in the College of Aeronautical Engineering after which they get their BE degree in
Aerospace or Avionics disciplines from NUST. At CAE, the Aviation Cadets go through a
system of education on the lines of United States Air Force Institute of Technology. The college
is known not only for its excellent academic training but also for its well-designed leadership
training programmes. Its graduates today lead most of the aerospace related departments of
PAF, Pak Army, PIA and other civilian sectors.
CADETS WING
The most distinguishing feature of a fighting force is its personnel’s high standard of
physical fitness, discipline and leadership qualities. To achieve this objective, PAF strives not
only to impart professional/academic knowledge but also to inculcate these qualities in its
future commanders. At the PAF Academy, Risalpur, the cadets’ wing is entrusted with the most
important task of developing personal qualities like integrity, courage, determination, initiative
and patriotism of officers through elaborate programme of character building. Here, the
command and leadership qualities of cadets are brought into sharp focus and assessed
individually. Debates, drama and public speaking are encouraged. Para jumping, Skiing,
techniques of jungle, desert, sea and snow survival are also added to the list of activities cadets
look forward to. The subjects in the purview of the Cadets Wing are:-
( a) Air Operations (e) Use of Small Arms

( b) Character Building (f) Field Craft (Camping-visits etc)
( c) Leadership (g) Physical Exercise
( d) Military Drill (h) Sports Activities
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THE CADETS’ MESS
The Cadets’ Mess is the living accommodation of all cadets of PAF Academy. It is a
grand complex which is designed to provide facilities of messing, accommodation, recreation
and social activities. When a cadet reports at the college, he is provided a dormitory which he
shares with three of his course mates. As he progresses and becomes senior, he moves to a
twin bedded/independent room where he stays for the remaining period of his training. All
possible measures are taken to provide a balanced diet to the cadets so that they maintain
good health during their training period. The affairs of the cadets’ mess are entirely managed
and controlled by the officers of the Cadets’ Wing.
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AND SPORTS

Cadets are provided with adequate facilities to pursue games and sports of their choice.
Field and courts for the following games are available:-
( a) Hockey (b) Football (c) Basketball (d) Tennis
( e) Squash (f) Athletics (g) Riding (h) Golf
( j) Fencing (k) Cricket (l) Swimming (m) Volley Ball
Officers and trained instructors supervise the cadets’ sports activities. Bi-annual Inter
Squadron Competitions are held in different games. Cadets show great zeal and fervor to win
trophies for the prestige of their respective squadrons. The squadron excelling in games and
sports is awarded the Championship Trophy. An Academic Trophy is also awarded to the
squadron achieving best academic results. All such activities are aimed to engender healthy
competition and instill esprit de corps among squadron members.
Besides outdoor games, a number of facilities and clubs for indoor activities like Body
Building, Table Tennis, Billiards, Snooker, Chess and Drama are also available in the Mess.
Additionally, the Academy also provides ample opportunities to inculcate and develop the
personal hobbies of cadets. A well-equipped Hobbies Club is housed in an independent
building and provides facilities of painting, aeromodelling, para gliding, photography, electronic
model designing, wood works and music.
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LITERARY ACTIVITIES
After Dinner Literary Activities (ADLA) is a regular feature of cadets’ training. It aims at
developing the art of public speaking in the cadets. Apart from ADLA sessions, debates,
declamation contests and other similar literary activities are also regularly held to develop and
broaden the intellectual horizon of the cadets. To increase their general awareness, guest
speakers are invited to speak on their subjects of specialization.
EDUCATIONAL VISITS
Educational visits to industrial enterprises, technical institutes and civil organizations
are regularly scheduled in the curriculum of CFT/CAE. The purpose of these visits is to
familiarize the Aviation Cadets with scientific and engineering techniques and to apprise them
with the kind of technical work being done in Pakistan.
STUDENTS COUNSELING
A tutor is appointed from the Faculty for each Aviation Cadet of CFT/CAE. He is the local
guardian and academic counselor of the cadet. Moreover, a psychologist is also deployed in
cadets wing who meets the cadet frequently to discuss his academic performance as well as
helps to solve his personal difficulties and problems.
CAREER OPPORTUNITY IN THE PAF
In the PAF, the career of General Duties Pilot is very exacting and demanding.
Everybody cannot come up to its rigorous standards and sometimes Aviation Cadets are
withdrawn from flying due to air sickness or lack of flying aptitude. Earlier these suspended
cadets were withdrawn from academy and they tended to lose crucial time in adjusting to the
life in civil. The PAF has now realized that these stringently selected candidates possess great
potential to become assets in the other branches of the PAF like Logistics, IT, Air Defence,
Admin & Special Duties, Education and Meteorology. Therefore, the new training scheme now
offers a commission in the PAF, even if one fails to make a Fighter Pilot. PAF Academy,
Risalpur now ensures that a suspended cadet gets his B.Sc Degree and is offered a
commission in either of the above quoted branches. However, they may express their choice
of ground branches in order of preference. The Air Headquarters give due consideration to the
preferences, indicated by suspended Aviation Cadets, in the allotment of ground branches.
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GENERAL DUTIES (PILOT)
The candidates who are able to meet the standards of general service training, flying and
academics are commissioned as Pilot Officers in the GD(P) Branch of the PAF. The graduation
parade, a memorable experience for the Aviation Cadets, marks the end of their training at the
Academy. They are now ready to join the Fighter Conversion Units where they further develop
their flying skills on more demanding and advanced jet aircraft. After successfully completing
the conversion, the budding pilots are taken a step further; through Fighter Conversion Unit
(FCU) and Operational Conversion Unit (OCU), where they learn to master the frontline combat
aircrafts of the PAF. In these units, the pilots are subjected to most critical and formative stages
of training. Here, for the first time, they are taught skills without which they cannot survive, an
eagle-eyed ability to search the sky of the enemy, “dogfights” with simulated “enemy” aircraft,
and the skill to shoot accurately.
After achieving the desired standards of proficiency in the fighter and operational
conversion phases, the officers are now qualified to join the forntline combat squadrons of the
Air Force as young operational pilots. It is in these squadrons that they truly grow into air
warriors, a closely knit combat team, getting airborne in their highly lethal supersonic machines
to practice air combat maneuvering, weapons delivery, tactical air support to land forces and
many other types of wartime flying. In these squadrons, they continue to strive day and night
towards higher level of professional skill so that they may remain ready to follow in the glorious
footsteps of their predecessors.
The profession of a combat pilot in the PAF is challenging and thrilling. The young
men/women, we require must possess a high level of intelligence, sound judgment, awareness,
alertness, strong nerves, self-confidence and relentless determination to become combat
pilots. If you have these qualities, join the PAF and we shall train you to achieve your goal. The
complexity of modern air warfare can only be mastered by those who can understand, interpret
and aggressively utilize the advantage of sophisticated devices and weapons. We broaden
your mental horizon by training you on the best of the equipment using the finest training aids.
As a result, you not only become a young combat pilot, but also attain high educational
standards by earning for yourself a degree.
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GENERAL DUTIES (PILOT) BRANCH (Permanent Commission and Short Service
Commission)
Selection Criteria
Height: Minimum 163 cm (both Male & Female)
Age Limit: Fsc Course: PC 16-22 years

Graduate Course: SSC 18-30 years
Serving personnel 16-23 years
Nationality: Male/Female Citizens of Pakistan (Candidates
With dual nationality will have to surrender their
Foreign nationality upon joining the course
Other Wise their candidature will be cancelled)
Educational Qualification:
FSc(PC) Course: F.Sc (Pre-Medical/Pre-Engg/Computer Sciences)

With 50% marks in aggregate or 50% aggregate in
‘A’ Level with Physics and Maths or Biology
(”O” Level in five subjects)
Graduate Course: B.Sc with 2nd Division
Marital Status: Unmarried
Training Period
F.Sc Course (PC): 3 years training at PAF Academy, Risalpur

2 years As Aviation Cadet and one year as Pilot
Officer
Graduate Course (SSC): 1½ years training at PAF Academy, Risalpur as an
Aviation Cadet
Rank Flying Officer

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GRADUATION
On successful completion of training, the Aviation Cadets are graduated in the
temporary rank of Fling Officer.
SELECTION PROCEDURE - GD(P) (PC&SSC)
u Registration at PAF Information & Selection Centres.

u Intelligence Test followed by Academic Test in Physics & English through
e-Testing at PAF Information & Selection Centres.
u Interview and Preliminary Medical examination at PAF Information & Selection

Centres.
u Psychological Test at PAF Information & Selection Centres for SSC candidates
Only.
u Test/interview at ISSB Kohat/Gujranwala/Malir for PC candidates only.
u Interview by Air Headquarters Selection Board for SSC candidates only.
u Final medical examination by Central Medical Board, PAF Masroor.
u Flying Aptitude Test (FAT).
u Final selection in order of merit by Air Headquarters.
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ENGINEERING BRANCH (CAE)
An Engineer in the PAF is no longer a behind-the-scene worker. He is very much in
strive with his colleagues to shoulder the combat responsibility. He plays a pivotal role in
maintaining and enhancing the operational efficiency of the Air Force. He leads a team of
highly skilled technicians to ensure that all the weapon systems operate to their optimum
capacity. A promising engineer will also get ample facilities for higher training abroad and to
carry out research and development. The training we impart is the best available and the
syllabi are designed to bring out the best in you.
Regular Courses
The regular courses for the Engineering Branch of PAF are inducted through CAE, PAF
Academy, Risalpur.
Engineering Branch (CAE)

Selection Criteria
Height: Minimum 163 cm (Males)
Minimum 157 cm (Females)
Age Limit: 16-22 years
Nationality: Male/Female Citizens of Pakistan (Candidates

otherwise their candidature will be cancelled)
Educational Qualification: F.Sc (Pre-Engg) with 60% marks in aggregate and

Chemistry as a subject in F.Sc or ‘A’ level with
Physics, Maths and Chemistry (”O” Level in five
subjects)

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Training Period 2 years as Aviation Cadet and
2 years as Pilot Officer
Rank: Flying Officer
Graduation
On successful completion of 4 years training, the Aviation Cadets of CAE are graduated
as temporary flying officers.
Selection Procedure

u Intelligence Test followed by Academic Test in English, Physics & Mathematics
through e-Testing at PAF Information & Selection Centres.
u Interview and Preliminary Medical examination at PAF Information & Selection
Centres.
u Tests/Interview at ISSB Kohat/Gujranwala/Malir.
u Final medical examination by Central Medical Board, Masroor.
u Final Selection in order of merit by Air Headquarters.
SUSPENDED AVIATION CADETS
Suspended and withdrawal cases will be dealt with as follows:-
(a) The Aviation Cadets suspended / withdrawn from GD (P) / Engg Courses would
be absorbed in other branches, in accordance with the policy in vogue or as decided by
the CAS regarding the change of branch
(b) The trainee officers when relegated at PAF Academy, while on probation, would
suffer permanent loss of seniority.
(c) The officers suspended / withdrawn from GD(P) / Engg Courses, during the
probation period, would be absorbed in other branches in accordance with the policy in
vogue or as decided by the CAS regarding the change of branch.
(d) An officer shall be liable to have his commission terminated at any time during the
probation period if his retention is not considered desirable in any respect, in
accordance with Rule 16 of PAF Act Rules 1957.
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NON GD COURSES (PC & SSC)
Engineering Branch (SPSSC/SSC)

Candidates holding BE/B.Sc Enginering or higher qualification and Master Degree in
respective subject are also inducted in PAF as SPSSC Officers. Such candidates are offered
higher ranks and ante-date seniority depending upon their qualifications and experience. The
demand of SPSSC Officers is advertised through mass media whenever there is a specific
demand for the same. The candidates inducted under this scheme may be offered
Permanent/Extended Service Commission subject to their suitability in the PAF.
Selection Criteria
Age Limit: SPSSC/SSC 18-30 years
Nationality: M a l e C i t i z e n s o f P a k i s ta n ( C a n d i d a t e s
Otherwise their candidature will be cancelled)
Educational Qualification: BE/B.Sc Engineering in respective discipline
Training Period 20 Weeks
Logistics Branch (PC/SSC)
Without adequate logistic support, even a well prepared plan cannot be properly
executed. To ensure smooth functioning of the PAF, we require a well organized logistics
system. If you are a keen, meticulous and industrious young man/woman you can render
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Valuable service by contributing your acquired knowledge, concerning supply and logistics
activities in the PAF.
Age Limit: PC/SSC 18-30 years
Educational Qualification: B.Sc/BBA in 2nd Div from a recognized Pakistan/

Foreign University.
Marital Status: Unmarried/Married
Training Period PC Course: 49 Weeks

SSC Course: 49 Weeks
Information Technology Branch (PC/SSC)
Age limit: 18 to 30 years
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Educational Qualification: Msc (Computer Science / IT)/MCS / BCS Honors/BE
In Computer Science (with two years field
experience) from a recognized Pakistani/Foreign
University.
Rank: Pilot Officer
Air Defence Branch (PC/SSC)
In some of today’s aerial battles, the adversaries may never see each other. An Air
Defence Officer operates sophisticated radars and acts as the far seeing eyes of a fighter pilot;
whom he guides from the ground. The Air Defence Controller’s alertness often gives the fighter
pilot the edge to come out victorious in aerial battles, a challenge worth meeting indeed.
Age Limit: F.Sc Course: PC 16-22 years

Graduate Course: SSC 18-30 years
F.Sc Course: Pre-Engg/Pre-Med/Computer Sciences with 50%

Markes in aggregate / ‘A’ level.
Graduate Course: B.Sc
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Marital Stauts: PC/SSC Unmarried
Training Period F.Sc Course: 2 Years

Graduate Course: 52 Weeks
Rank: Pilot Officer
with dual nationality will have to surrender their
foreign nationality upon joining the course
Admin & Special Duties Branch (PC/SSC)

Efficient and effective administration is an intrinsic requirement of a combat oriented
service. Intelligent and energetic young men in this specialty are required in the PAF.
Age Limit: F.Sc Course: 16-22 years
Graduate Course: 18-30 years
F.Sc Course: F.Sc (Pre-Engg/Pre-Med/Comp Sciences) with
5 0 % m a r k e s i n a g g r e g a t e / ‘ A’ l e v e l .
Graduate Course: BA/B.Sc
Marital Status: PC/SSC Unmarried
Training Period F.Sc Course: 2 Years

Graduate Course: 40 Weeks
Rank: Pilot Officer
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EDUCATION BRANCH (SPSSC)
All officers are exposed to multifarious challenges and ever changing demands. They
have to adjust to the accelerated pace of life in the PAF and respond positively to a variety of
tasks which they are expected to perform. In order to groom and train these officers to play
their roles effectively, education officers make a meaningful contribution. If your desire is to
satisfy your need to impart knowledge and to interact with the bubbling and exciting intellect of
young men, you should consider joining PAF as an education officer.
Age Limit: Education Officer: 18-30 years

Religious Officer: 21-35 years
Serving Personnel 16 - 23 year
Education Officer: Master degree (2nd Div) in respective subject.
Religious Officer: MA Islamiat with Farigh/Fazil Sanad of Dars-e-

Nizami. Takhassus from Jamia Islamia
Bahawalpur will be considered as equivalent to
MA Islamiat.
Marital Status: Married/Unmarried
Training Period 20 weeks at PAF Academy Risalpur
Rank: Pilot Officer
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Accounts Branch (PC/SSC)
Being an efficient organization, PAF requires to manage its finances with the expertise
of hard working and painstaking staff in the Accounts Branch. You can make a positive and
effective contribution in the finance management of the PAF, if you have the flair to deal with
figures and details.

Educational Qualification: B.Com/ICMAP/CA (Inter) with minimum 2nd Div

From a recognized Pakistan/Foreign University
Rank: Pilot Officer

Legal Branch (PC/SSC)
Cohesive and disciplined functioning of the PAF is ensured with the expert advice and
assistance of Legal Officers. Your education and acumen in the interpretation of PAF law and
advise on legal matters can be a great asset to the Legal Branch of the PAF.
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Educational Qualification: LLB in 2nd Div from a recognized Pakistan/ Foreign
University
Rank: Pilot Officer
Meteorological Branch (PC/SSC)
Meteorological Officers monitor the vast skies, analyze the seasonal changes and
forecast the weather for the efficient flying and combat preparedness of the PAF.
Age Limit: 18 to 30 years
Educational Qualification: B.Sc/M.Sc with Physics/Mathematics/Avionics or

MA/MSc with Geography (B.Sc with Physics and
Maths)
Rank: Pilot Officer
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NON GD COURSES
SPECIAL PURPOSES SHORT SERVICE COMMISSION (SPSSC)
Candidates holding BE/B.Sc Engineering or higher qualification and Master Degree in

respective subject are also inducted in PAF as SPSSC Officers. Such candidates are offered
higher ranks and ante-date seniority depending upon their qualifications and experience. The
demand of SPSSC officers is advertised through mass media whenever there is a specific
demand for the same. The candidates inducted under this scheme may be offered
Permanent/Extended Service Commission subject to their suitability in the PAF.
Engineering Branch
Educational Qualification: BE/B.Sc Engineering in respective discipline.

Rank: Pilot Officer
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Education Branch
Age Limit: Education Officer: 18 to 30 years

Religious Officer: 21 to 35years
Education Officer: Master degree (2nd Div) in respective subject
Religious Officer: MA Islamiat with Farigh/Fazil Sanad of Dars-e-

Nizami. Takhassus from jamia Islamia Bahawalpur
will be considered as equivalent to MA Islamiat.
Training Period 20 Weeks at PAF Academy Risalpur
Rank: Pilot Officer
Medical Branch (GDMO)

Age Limit: 25 to 28 years
foreign nationality upon joining the course
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Educational Qualification: MBBS degree, minimum 2nd Div or equivalent qualifications from a Pakistani/Foreign
Medical colleges/universities, recognized by the Pakistan Medical &Dental Council Act
(PM & DC) and registered under Pakistan medical Council Ordinance having completed
minimum one year house job in an institution recognized by the (PM & DC). Preference
would be given to those who have relevant field experience after house job.
Training Period 20 Weeks at PAF Academy Risalpur
Rank: Pilot Officer
Selection Procedure - Non GD Courses (PC/SSC/SPSSC)
u Intelligence tests/Academic tests at PAF Information & Selection Centres.
u Interview and Preliminary Medical examination at PAF Information & Selection Centres.
u Tests/interview at ISSB Kohat/Gujranwala/Malir for PC candidates only.
u Psychological/Academic Tests in relevant subjects at PAF I & S Centres followed by an interview by Air
Headquarters Selection Board for SSC/SPSSC candidates (IBM Programmer Aptitude Test for
IT candidates only).
u Final medical examination by Central Medical Board (CMB), PAF Masroor.
u Final selection in order of merit by Air Headquarters.
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Ineligibility Criteria:
For all the preceeding courses, the ineligibility criteria remains as follows:-
1. Twice rejected by Inter Services Selection Board (ISSB) / General Headquarters (GHQ) or Naval Headquarters
(NHQ) or AHQ Selection Board (third chance for specific higher qualification courses only).
2. Twice screened out by ISSB/any Service Selection Board.
3. Once rejected by ISSB and once rejected by any Service Selection Board (ISSB and Service Selection Boards
will be considered at par for eligibility purpose). Absent from any Service Selection Board will be treated as
Rejected.
4. Twice rejected by ISSB or any service Selection Board for specific higher qualification courses.
5. If declared permanent unfit by Armed Forces Appeal Medical Board (AFAMB) for commissioning in
PAF/Army/Navy (Candidates declared unift by AFAMB/CMB/CMH will remain ineligible until they are declared fit
by AFAMB).
6. If dismissed/removed/debarred from any Government Service including Armed Forces.
7. If withdrawn/rejected from any Service Training Institution for the reasons of maladjustment/disciplinary
grounds/medical unfitness/resignation/purchase of release/character qualities. However, candidates withdrawn
due to poor performance in academics or lack of flying aptitude are eligible to apply for branches other than the
ones they were withdrawn from.
8. If convicted by a court of law for any offence/registration of criminal case.
9. If their original Academic Certificates are found tampered with.
10. If they have concealed any information or have provided incorrect information at the time of filling in their
application forms.
11. Thrice screened out by Army/Navy/Air Force in any Preliminary Tests.
Conclusion
We hope this brochure will give you some idea of the life in PAF and that it would prove useful to you. What remains is to
wish you success in your struggle. For your convenience, a list of PAF Information and Selection Centres with addresses and
telephone numbers is given at the end of this brochure.
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PAF CAREERS
E-TESTING
E-Testing
1. PAF has introduced e-Testing programme for the selection of officers in various Branches of Pakistan Air Force
Initially intelligence and Academic Test are administered through e-Testing; however, we are planning to extend
this project to assess the personality of candidates as well. Candidates would undergo e-Testing according to the
modern system of selection. The computer literate candidates would have slight edge over the candidates who
do not have any exposure to computer.
Procedure of e-Testing
2. When the candidates report to the I & S Centre for the tests, they will find a computer ready for e-Testing. All the
instructions will be displayed on the computer screen alongwith some examples. The instruction are as follows:
(a) It is an easy and short test to find out how quickly and accurately you can answer a series of simple
questions in specified time limit.
(b) All questions have five options as A, B, C, D, & E. You are required to click on the most appropriate answer.
(c) It is necessary to pass every subject in the Academic Tests.
(d) You will be given a separate blank sheet for your rough work. You will submit the same at the end of test to
the invigilator.
(e) Method to Correct your option:- If you want to correct your answer which you think is the right option,
click it which would remove the previous option.
3. After instructions, some examples are displayed on the screen to make you clear about the nature of the tests, so
try to understand the examples. After that, actual test would be administered.
Intelligence Test
4. This test consists of 100 questions and there will be no negative marking in this test. Your success in this test
depends upon the number of questions you attempt correctly.
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SAMPLE INTELLIGENCE TEST
Method of Solving Questions on Computer
The intelligence test will be started with the appearance of the screen given below:-
LEGEND
14 13 12
1. Registration No
2. Question No you are
attempting
1 REGISTRATION NO X999-99-9999 TIME REMAINING 99:99
QUESTION NO 3 TOTAL QUESTIONS 7
3. Statement of Question
2
4. Five possible answers
3 5. To Review the question
6. First Question
7. Previous Question
8. Next Question
4
9. Last Question
10. (a) X - Un-attempted
Questions
(b) # - To review Questions
5
11. Instructions
INSTRUCTIONS
12. Photograph
13. Total No of Question
14. Time remaining

6 7 8 9 10 11
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SAMPLE
PAF
INTELLIGENCE
CAREERS TEST
EXAMPLES
The intelligence test consists of two parts i.e. Verbal and non-vervbal, the examples for each part are given below:-
(a) Example part - I
REGISTRATION NO X999-99-9999 TIME REMAINING 99:99

1x
2x#
3
4#
5x
6
7x
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SAMPLEPAF
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CAREERS TEST

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SAMPLE
PAFINTELLIGENCE
CAREERS TEST
(b) Example part - II

IS TO AS IS TO
You have to find out a relationship
between the first two figures. As we
move from first figure to the second
figure. The shade of the small
A B C D E square, which is inside the big
square, is removed. Similarly;
applying the same technique on
figure No. 3, we can easily get correct
answer which is “A”.
A B C D E MARK THIS QUESTION FOR REVIEW
INSTRUCTIONS
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SAMPLE
PAF
INTELLIGENCE
CAREERS TESTPAF CAREERS

Which one of the following is different from the rest?
A B C D E
There are five aeroplanes; four of them are same except one which is under option B, in which small
portion of the tail is missing at the left side.
A B C D E MARK THIS QUESTION FOR REVIEW
INSTRUCTIONS
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SAMPLE
PAF
INTELLIGENCE
CAREERS TEST
A B
C D
On the left side you can see a big pattern with a small
piece missing in it. There are four small patterns drawn
as options A, B, C & D at the right side.
Find out which one of the four small patterns exactly fits into blank space of the big pattern.
Match the corners of the given options with the corners of the mission pattern, you can easily
get the correct answer, which is option B.
A B
C D
?
On the left side, in first row, there is a blank square, a lined circle and a black triangle, The
Position of these patterns has been changed in the second row. In the third row, one of the
patterns (lined square) is missing which is placed under option “C”.
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SAMPLEPAF
ACADEMIC
CAREERS
TEST PAF CAREERS
ENGLISH
Choose the suggested answer which best completes the sentence.
1. We seem to agree ____________ almost everything.
(a) to (c) on
(b) with (d) about
Select the correct spelling of the following word.
2. Showing a sense of humour or amusement.
(a) Humours (c) Humorous

(b) Humorious (d) Humoreous
Choose the correct “Indirect Speech”.

3. He says tome “I am tired”.
(a) He says to me that he is tired (c) He says tome that i am tired.
(b) He tells to me that he is tired (d) he tells that he is tired.
Fill in the blank with suitable word.
4. The chimney of our house is blocked with ____________.
(a) Soot (b) Suit (c) Suite (d) Sweat
5. Indicate the voice “Who wrote it?”.
(a) Active voice (b) Passive voice (c) Exclamatory
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SAMPLE
PAF CAREERS
ACADEMIC TEST
PHYSICS
1. Acoustics deals with
(a) Light (c) Magnetism

(b) Heat (d) Sound
2. A Null Vector is denoted by:
(a) 1 (c) IaI

(b) O (d) u
3. In 1873, Maxwell showed that light is a form of:-

(a) Waves (c) Particles
(b) Mechanical waves (d) Electromagnetic Waves
4. Max Plank postulated:
(a) Particle Theory (c) Quantum Theory
(b) Wave Theory (d) Theory of Relativity
5. Mathematically the coefficient of linear expansion can be written as:
L
(a) a =
L T
L
(b) a =L T
L T
L
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SAMPLEPAF
ACADEMIC
CAREERS
TEST PAF CAREERS
MATHEMATICS
1. Let A = {1,2,3,4,5,6}, B = {4,5,6,7,8,9,10} then:
(a) A B = {4,5,6} (c) A B =

(b) A B = {7,8,9,10} (d) A B = {1,2,3}
2. Division is a binary operation on
(a) Set of natural number (c) Set of negative integers

(b) Set of positive integers (d) None of the above
3. f a dx = ............
(a) a X /In a (c) a X /In a
(b) a-X /In a (d) a-X /In a
4. The slope of the line passing through the points (4,5) and (3,7) is given by:
(a) 1 (c) -2
(b) 2 (d) -1/2
5. 2 Tan
2 Is equal to
2 + Tan
(a) Cos 2 (c) Cosec 2

(b) Sec 2 (d) Sin 2
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FILLINGPAF
THECAREERS
ANSWER SHEET
In case of non availability of computers. The procedure for filling he answer sheet is as follows:-
u Extreme care is to be taken in filling out the answer sheet.
u This sheet should not be folded, stapled or damaged.
u The rectagles on the sheet are to be filled completely with black 2B or 3B pencil.
u All the candidates are to bring 2B or 3B pencil and eraser alongwith them or Intelligence and Academic Tests.
Procedure for Filling the Answer Sheet

If your Registration Number is 13215, you will blacken the rectangle 1 in first row, 3 in the second row, 2 in the third row, 1
in the fourth row and 5 in the fifth row under the Registration number. Each number or alphabet is to be marked (blackened) on
a separate horizontal row. A line must not contain more then one blackened rectangle. For a space between two words, leave a
row unmarked.
Each answer contains five choices, A B C D & E. Each answer also contains the answer number next to it for each
reference. Only one answer is correct. For the answer which you think is correct, blacken out the appropriate rectangle. If you
discover that you have blackened an inappropriate rectangle and you want to change it, erase the wrong answer and blacken
the correct choice. If you mark more than one rectangle in one answer, it will be read as incorrect by the computer.
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FOR FURTHER DETAILS
PLEASE VISIT ANY OF THE FOLLOWING
PAF INFORMATION AND SELECTION CENTERS
Mianwali TMA Rest House, Balu Khel Road Committee Chowk 234397

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CONTENTS

1 INTRODUCTION....................................................2 5 NON GD COURSES (PERMANENT

COLLEGE OF FLYING TRAINING (CFT)

( a) Air Operations (e) Use of Small Arms

EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES AND SPORTS

Height: Minimum 163 cm (both Male & Female)

Age Limit: Fsc Course: PC 16-22 years

FSc(PC) Course: F.Sc (Pre-Medical/Pre-Engg/Computer Sciences)

Graduate Course: B.Sc with 2nd Division

Marital Status: Unmarried

F.Sc Course (PC): 3 years training at PAF Academy, Risalpur

Rank Flying Officer

SELECTION PROCEDURE - GD(P) (PC&SSC)

u Registration at PAF Information & Selection Centres.

u Interview and Preliminary Medical examination at PAF Information & Selection

u Test/interview at ISSB Kohat/Gujranwala/Malir for PC candidates only.

u Interview by Air Headquarters Selection Board for SSC candidates only.

u Final medical examination by Central Medical Board, PAF Masroor.

u Flying Aptitude Test (FAT).

u Final selection in order of merit by Air Headquarters.

Engineering Branch (CAE)

Nationality: Male/Female Citizens of Pakistan (Candidates

Educational Qualification: F.Sc (Pre-Engg) with 60% marks in aggregate and

Marital Status: Unmarried

u Registration at PAF Information & Selection Centres.

Engineering Branch (SPSSC/SSC)

Educational Qualification: BE/B.Sc Engineering in respective discipline

Marital Status: Unmarried

Training Period 20 Weeks

Rank: Flying Officer

Logistics Branch (PC/SSC)

Educational Qualification: B.Sc/BBA in 2nd Div from a recognized Pakistan/

Marital Status: Unmarried/Married

Training Period PC Course: 49 Weeks

Rank: Flying Officer

Information Technology Branch (PC/SSC)

Age limit: 18 to 30 years

Training Period 20 Weeks

Rank: Pilot Officer

Air Defence Branch (PC/SSC)

Age Limit: F.Sc Course: PC 16-22 years

F.Sc Course: Pre-Engg/Pre-Med/Computer Sciences with 50%

Graduate Course: B.Sc

Training Period F.Sc Course: 2 Years

Admin & Special Duties Branch (PC/SSC)

Marital Status: PC/SSC Unmarried

Training Period F.Sc Course: 2 Years

Age Limit: Education Officer: 18-30 years

Serving Personnel 16 - 23 year

Education Officer: Master degree (2nd Div) in respective subject.

Religious Officer: MA Islamiat with Farigh/Fazil Sanad of Dars-e-

Marital Status: Married/Unmarried

Training Period 20 weeks at PAF Academy Risalpur

Rank: Pilot Officer

Age limit: 18 to 30 years

Educational Qualification: B.Com/ICMAP/CA (Inter) with minimum 2nd Div

Training Period 41 Weeks

Rank: Pilot Officer

Marital Status: Unmarried/Married

Training Period 20 Weeks

Rank: Pilot Officer

Meteorological Branch (PC/SSC)

Age Limit: 18 to 30 years