Pakistan Air Force (PAF) openly recruits female citizens to serve the country in different capacities, giving them opportunities to serve as commissioned officers or skilled non-commissioned airwomen. The potential female candidates need to have certain educational, physical, and medical entry requirements.
Eligibility and Opportunities for Females in the PAF
Females primarily join the PAF through the General Duty Pilot (GD P), Short Service Commission (SSC), Permanent Commission (PC), and the Female Medical Assistant (FMA) schemes.
1. Commissioned Officers
Females can pursue careers in a wide range of specialized branches:
| Branch Name | Typical Educational Requirement | Age Limit (Approx.) | Minimum Height |
| General Duty (Pilot) (GD P) | FSc (Pre-Engg/Pre-Med/Comp Sc) with 65% marks | 16–22 years | 163 cm (5′ 4″) |
| Aeronautical Engineering | Engineering degree (PEC recognized) | Varies by course | 147 cm (4′ 10″) |
| Admin & Special Duties / IT / Logistics | 4-year degree (BS/BBA/BSc/BE) or Masters in relevant field | Varies by course | 147 cm (4′ 10″) |
| Medical Branch (GDMOs/Specialists) | MBBS/FCPS/MRCP and relevant PMDC registration | Varies by qualification | 147 cm (4′ 10″) |
2. Non-Commissioned Airwomen
For those without a university degree, the Female Medical Assistant (FMA) program offers an entry point:
- Female Medical Assistant (FMA): Candidates need Matriculation (Science group with Biology) with at least 60% aggregate marks. The age requirement is typically between 16 and 22 years, with a minimum height of 147 cm (4′ 10″).
Selection Process for Females in PAF
Only the most qualified candidates are inducted because there is a competitive process of selection. The phases usually involve:
Online Registration: All online applications have to proceed through the official Join PAF site. Individuals who are interested in induction should make regular visits to this portal to check on advertised posts.
Initial Examination: Registered candidates take a series of computer based tests in a PAF Selection and Recruitment Centre. This consists of the intelligence tests and then the subject academic tests in a particular branch (e.g. English, Physics, Maths/Biology).
Physical and Medical Examination: The successful candidates are passed through initial medical examinations and basic physical fitness tests.
Inter Services Selection Board (ISSB): Shortlisted officer candidates are invited to undergo a tough four-day assessment process which determines character, leadership capabilities, and psychological stability.
Final Medical Examination: Medical examination is done at a Combined Military Hospital (CMH).
Final Selection: It is decided based on merit and the overall performance in all the stages which is decided by the Air Headquarters.
How Females can Apply in PAF
To begin the application process, interested females should visit the official Pakistan Air Force recruitment portal. It is essential to carefully review the specific requirements for each branch during an active induction period before applying.
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