Joining PAF is a big dream of many youngsters of the nation. Here is complete information about paf, how many ways to join PAF, and all information. This page will help you to decide how to apply for paf and at which role you should apply for which you are interested. So read it carefully to understand easily so that you can choose a career of your own choice.
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) is the Aerial warfare branch of the Pakistan Armed Forces, dedicated for defence of the national airspace. PAF with more than 70,000 active personnel is the largest air force among Muslim nations in terms of its fleet size. The primary role of PAF is aerial defence, with secondary roles of supporting the army and navy, and providing strategic airlift. PAF was Established in 1947. PAF has played a vital part in various military operations and relief efforts. Air forces play a vital role in modern military operations, employing advanced technology and strategic thinking to achieve national objectives. For more information about PAF visit official website paf.gov.pk.
Hoe to Join PAF at Various levels
There are different entry routs to join paf. PAF mainly offers Three Modes of induction. All other branches come under these three main categories. You may apply to:
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- join paf as Commissioned officer
- join paf as JCOs
- Join Paf as airmen /Airwomen
- Join PAF as civilian
All these three entry levels have sub branches which you must know to apply for right sub branch/trade. Full guidance for specific job roles is given at a dedicated page for that role. Here is brief information.
Join as Airmen/Airwomen/JCOs
Joining PAF as an Airmen or Airwomen is a great opportunity to serve the nation in the most respected Force in Pakistan. PAF Airmen /Airwomen Jobs is purely matric based. In Paf Airmen are selected and trained for special trades and they perform multiple roles duties of their trade. Trades are listed below
Airmen Trades
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- Aero trades
- PF & DIs
- Security
- MTD
- Medical assistant
JCOs Trades
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- Education Instructors (Subject specific qualification required for this)
- Religious Teachers( Khateeb Jobs)
Join paf as Commissioned Officers
Commissioned officers in paf are 17 grade officials (equivalent to Pak amry and pak navy commissioned officers) who lead the paf for the aerial operations and strategic defense of national airspace. There are various sub branches for paf officers. In paf Officers are trained for one specialized branch and they perform their duties in special branch for which they have been trained. Name of the branches are:
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- General Duty Pilot- GD(P)
- Aeronautical Engineer
- Admin & Special Duties
- Air Defence AD Branch
- Logistic Branch
- IT Branch
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- Medical Branch
- Account Branch
- Education Branch
- Legal Branch
- Metrology Branch
Join PAF as Civilian (Branches)
PAF also have civilian staff for supporting in various non-combat roles. In paf civilian jobs are highly sought after due to job stability, benefits, and the opportunity to take part in defense of the nation. These jobs include various administrative, technical and supportive role
- Foreman and Assistant (AFM)
- Foreman and Assistant (MT Fitt)
- Foreman and Assistant (Machinist) Foreman and Assistant (Carpenter)
- Clerks ( UDC, LDC)
- CD (Civilian Driver)
- Librarian
- Lab man
- Cook
General eligibility criteria to join paf
As I have described different branches of paf, Eligibility criteria for every branch is different. Qualification required, age, some other requirements vary with the route for which you are applying. So here is general eligibility criteria to apply for paf jobs. IF you want to know eligibility criteria right for specific branch is available at respective pages on this website.
Education required by paf
In PAF minimum qualification for airmen is matric science as for the officers minimum education required is F Sc. There is also provision to join paf after graduation degree. For civilian education requirement is different.
Age requirements for paf
Age limitations are must for any job. In PAF age limitations vary with trades, branches and qualification upon which you are applying.
Physical & Medical requirements
PAF thoroughly tests the physical and medical health for airmen and officers’ selection. Medical & physical test minimum requirements are same for both roles. Such as any major surgery or any unfitness will be cause of disqualification for selection.
Test preparation of paf initial tests
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In PAF minimum qualification for airmen is matric science, however for officers minimum Intermediate degree is must. PAF also gives opportunity to join after graduation.
PAF demands physical fit personnel for uniform person roles, For this reason PAF physical test evaluates physical fitness of candidates. This test includes 1.6 mile running, chin ups, reach up etc.
Yes definitely, you can join PAF after matric science as PAF airmen/airwomen minimum qualification is matric science.