1. Educational Qualifications:
- Intermediate in Pre-Engineering (with Physics and Mathematics) or equivalent qualification with a minimum of 60% marks.
2. Age Limit:
- Candidates must be between 17 and 22 years of age as of 1st January of the year of admission.
3. Physical Requirements:
- Minimum height for males: 5'4" (162.6 cm)
- Minimum height for females: 5'2" (157.5 cm)
- Weight should be in proportion to height.
- Chest: Minimum 33" (83.8 cm)
- Eyesight: Candidates must have a sound vision, correctable to normal standards with glasses or contact lenses.
4. Written Exam:
- Candidates must appear for the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Long Course Entrance Exam conducted by Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR). The exam consists of English, Mathematics, Physics, General Knowledge, and Current Affairs.
5. Medical Examination:
- Candidates who pass the written exam are called for a comprehensive medical examination conducted by a Board of Military Doctors. Only those who meet the medical standards are considered for admission.
6. Interview:
- Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview by a board of senior military officers. The interview assesses the candidate's personality, leadership qualities, and mental aptitude for military life.
7. Physical Training:
- Candidates who qualify in the interview undergo a rigorous physical training and assessment to ensure they meet the physical demands of military training.
8. Merit List:
- A merit list is prepared based on the combined scores of the written exam, medical examination, interview, and physical training. Candidates are selected for admission based on their rank on the merit list.
9. Admission:
- Selected candidates are offered admission to the Pakistan Military Academy Kakul and undergo comprehensive training for three years. Upon successful completion of training, they are commissioned as officers in the Pakistan Army.
It's important to note that the admission process for PMA Kakul is highly competitive, and only a limited number of candidates are accepted each year. For the most up-to-date information on the admission process and eligibility criteria, refer to official sources such as the ISPR website or the Pakistan Army's recruitment office.