Join Pakistan Air Force as Airman 2026 Online Registration at joinpaf.gov.pk
Pakistan Air Force has officially announced new recruitment for Airman jobs 2026 and invited applications from young, motivated, and physically fit Pakistani male candidates. This is a golden opportunity for matric pass students who want to serve the country and build a strong career in one of the most respected defense forces of Pakistan.
Online registration for PAF Airman intake 2026 will start from 12 January to 25 January 2026 through the official website www.joinpaf.gov.pk. Candidates can apply for different technical and non technical trades according to their education and physical standards.
Pakistan Air Force offers excellent salary, free accommodation, medical facilities, career growth, and international training opportunities. Thousands of candidates apply every year, so early preparation is very important.
🔷 Trades Available for PAF Airman 2026
Candidates can apply in multiple branches according to eligibility:
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Aero Support
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PF and DI (Police and Discipline)
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Security
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MTD (Mechanical Transport Driver)
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Fire Fighter
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Medical Assistant
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IT Assistant
Each trade has its own age, height, and education requirements.
🔷 General Eligibility Criteria
🔹 Nationality
Only Pakistani male candidates are eligible.
🔹 Marital Status
Unmarried candidates only.
🔹 Education Requirement
Most trades require:
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Matric Science with at least 65 percent marks
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Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, and English with required percentages
Some trades accept: -
Matric Computer Science
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Intermediate pass candidates with required English marks
🔹 Age Limit
Age varies by trade, mostly between:
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16 to 21 years
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Some trades allow up to 23 years for candidates holding LTV or HTV driving license
Age is calculated up to 29 June 2026.
🔹 Height Requirement
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Minimum height generally between 163 cm to 188 cm
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Some trades require minimum 175 cm or 178 cm
🔹 Vision
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Vision must be 6/6 without glasses for most trades.
🔷 Special Relaxation for Rural and Backward Areas
Candidates from:
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Approved rural areas of Pakistan and AJK
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Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (merged districts)
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Gilgit Baltistan
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Balochistan including Quetta
can apply with:
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Matric Science minimum 50 percent marks
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English minimum 40 percent marks
They must also meet all other trade specific requirements.
🔷 Selection Procedure
The selection process of Pakistan Air Force is strict and merit based.
Step 1: Online Registration
Candidates must register online at:
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Step 2: Initial Tests at Selection Centers
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Intelligence test
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Academic test (English, Physics, Math, Biology where required)
Step 3: Medical Examination and Interview
Candidates who pass written tests appear for medical and interview.
Step 4: Physical Fitness Test
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1 mile run in 8 minutes
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15 push ups in 2 minutes
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20 sit ups in 2 minutes
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1 chin up
Step 5: Psychological Test and Final Interview
Candidates are further evaluated for personality and suitability.
Step 6: Final Merit and Training
Final selected candidates are sent to Kohat for training.
All decisions of Air Headquarters are final.
🔷 Disqualification Conditions
Candidates will be rejected if they:
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Were previously declared medically or disciplinary unfit by PAF
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Appear twice in Airman recruitment tests
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Provide fake documents or wrong information
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Are convicted in any criminal case
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Are dismissed from any government job
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Apply at more than one selection center for same entry
🔷 Salary, Benefits, and Facilities
Pakistan Air Force offers excellent benefits:
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Salary and allowances as per PAF pay scales
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Free food and accommodation during service
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Free medical for self, parents, and family
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Group insurance scheme
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Domestic and international courses
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50 percent discount on rail and air travel
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Special education quota for children
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Housing schemes membership
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Subsidized Hajj travel facilities
After training, married personnel may get family accommodation as per policy.
🔷 Required Documents at Selection Centers
Candidates must bring:
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Original Matric certificate and DMC
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Smart CNIC or B-Form
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Domicile
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Four passport size photographs
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Ward certificate for children of PAF employees or retired staff
Candidates who passed matric in 2023 or earlier must bring original certificate.
🔷 PAF Information and Selection Centers
Candidates can visit nearest PAF center in cities including:
Abbottabad, Faisalabad, Hyderabad, Rawalpindi, Kharian, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Peshawar, Muzaffarabad, Quetta, Sukkur, Mianwali, Gilgit, Dera Ismail Khan and others.
Exact addresses and contact numbers are available on official website.
🔷 Important Dates
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Online Registration Start: 12 January 2026
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Last Date to Apply: 25 January 2026
Candidates who fail this intake can apply again in July 2026.
🔷 Final Words from Review Pakistani Jobs
PAF Airman Jobs 2026 are among the best career opportunities for young matric pass students in Pakistan. With secure government employment, strong discipline, international exposure, and excellent facilities, Pakistan Air Force provides a respected and stable future.
Interested candidates should not wait till the last date and must complete online registration early to secure their test slots.
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