PAF GD Pilot Eligibility Selection Procedure

The eligibility criteria and selection procedure for becoming a Pilot in the General Duty (GD) branch of the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) are as follows:

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Nationality: Pakistani citizens, including Gilgit Baltistan and Azad Kashmir.
2. Gender: Male candidates.
3. Age: 16 to 22 years at the time of registration.
4. Marital Status: Unmarried.
5. Educational Qualifications: FSc Pre-Medical/Pre-Engineering/Computer Science with at least 60% marks in aggregate.
6. Height: At least 5 feet 4 inches (163 cm).
7. Weight: As per the Body Mass Index (BMI) chart.

PAF GD Pilot Eligibility Selection Procedure

Selection Procedure:

1. Registration: Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can register online on the PAF website from March 4 to 11 March.
2. Intelligence Test: Candidates who have successfully registered are required to appear for an Intelligence Test that assesses their cognitive and problem-solving abilities.
3. Academic Test: Candidates who pass the Intelligence Test are then required to appear for an Academic Test. Academic Test that tests their knowledge in subjects such as Mathematics, Physics, and English.
4. Initial Medical Examination: Candidates who pass the Academic Test are subjected to an initial medical examination to determine their physical fitness.
5. Personality Test: Candidates who pass the initial medical examination are then required to appear for a Personality Test at ISSB. At ISSB tests assesse their personality traits and suitability for a career in the PAF.
6. Final Medical Examination: Candidates who pass the Personality Test are subjected to a final medical examination to determine their medical fitness. Flying Apptitude Test FAT also be conducted.
7. Interview: Candidates who pass the final medical examination are then called for an interview with a panel of PAF officers. They assess their communication skills, leadership potential, and overall suitability.
8. Final Selection: Candidates who successfully clear all the previous stages are included in the merit list, and the final selection is made based on the merit list and availability of vacancies.

It is important to note that the selection process may vary slightly depending on the recruitment cycle and the specific requirements of the PAF. Candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for the most up-to-date information on the eligibility criteria and selection procedure.