The Pakistan Army has opened registration for Junior Commissioned Officer (JCO) positions in its Army Education Corps. Interested candidates can submit applications from November 1 to December 15, 2026.

The recruitment process is open to eligible male applicants from across Pakistan. Candidates from Azad Jammu and Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan can also apply. Both married and unmarried men are eligible to submit applications. The Pakistan Army has announced separate age limits for civilian applicants and serving personnel. Civilian candidates must be between 20 and 28 years old. Their age will be calculated as of February 28, 2027.

Serving military personnel can apply if they are aged between 20 and 35 years. They must also have completed between one and 16 years of service. Applicants should carefully review these conditions before submitting their applications.

Candidates must meet the prescribed physical requirements for recruitment. The minimum height requirement is five feet and six inches. Applicants who do not meet this standard may not qualify for the selection process. Educational qualifications are also an important requirement for these positions. Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree. An Associate Degree in Science is also acceptable in eligible subjects.

The Pakistan Army has specified that applicants must have qualifications in relevant academic subjects. Candidates holding Bachelor of Science (BS) or Master of Science (MS) degrees will receive preference. However, meeting the minimum educational requirement remains essential for eligibility.

The recruitment drive offers an opportunity for qualified candidates to join the Army Education Corps. Selected Junior Commissioned Officers will serve in an education-related role within the Pakistan Army. Interested candidates should ensure they meet the age, education and physical requirements. They should also complete the registration process within the announced dates. The application window will remain open until December 15, 2026.

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Applicants are advised to check the official recruitment instructions for further details. These may include the application procedure, required documents and selection process. Meeting the basic eligibility criteria does not automatically guarantee selection.