Join PAF as Doctor 2025, Medical Branch Registration Open for 136 Combat Support Course
Organization: Pakistan Air Force
Address: PAF Complex, Sector E 9, Islamabad, 44000
Availability: Permanent, Commissioned Officers
Total Vacancies: 100
Locations: Lahore, Islamabad, Karachi, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Quetta, Gujranwala, Multan
Experience Required: 1 to 5 years depending on category
Education: MBBS, FCPS, FRCS, MRCP, or equivalent specialist qualifications where required
Offered Salary: PKR 140000 to 300000, depending on rank and specialty
Age Limits: 25 to 45 years depending on the post and course rules
Gender: Male, Female
Skills Level: Medical, Clinical, Specialist
Designations: Specialist Doctors, General Duty Medical Officers
Registration Period: 1 December 2025 to 14 December 2025
Overview
The Pakistan Air Force invites qualified medical professionals to join the Medical Branch through the 136 Combat Support Course. This intake includes Specialist Officers and General Duty Medical Officers under Short Service Commission. Successful candidates serve as commissioned officers, receive military medical training, and are posted to PAF hospitals and units across Pakistan.
Vacancies and Key Details
1. Medical Branch, Specialist Officers, SPSSC
- Rank: Squadron Leader or equivalent, depending on experience
- Age Limit: 29 to 45 years, as of 15 April 2026
- Qualifications: FCPS, FRCS, MRCP, or equivalent specialist qualification, relevant experience
- Training: 24 weeks at PAF Academy Risalpur or designated centre
- Specialties: Medicine, Surgery, ENT, Ophthalmology, Psychiatry, Anaesthesia, Radiology, Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics, and other listed specialties
2. Medical Branch, GDMOs, SPSSC
- Rank: Flight Lieutenant or equivalent
- Age Limit: 25 to 35 years, as of 15 April 2026
- Qualifications: MBBS with at least one year house job, PMDC registration required
- Training: 24 weeks basic officer and medical training
- Note: Candidates with FCPS Part I may also be eligible, check detailed criteria on the official portal
Eligibility and Requirements
- Citizenship, Male or Female citizens of Pakistan are eligible
- Age limits vary by category, consult the official advertisement for exact cutoffs
- Minimum height requirements apply, Male 163 cm, Female 147 cm as per PAF standards
- Marital status, married and unmarried candidates may be eligible depending on the course rules
- Valid PMDC/PMC registration and original academic certificates required at selection stages
- Candidates with foreign degrees must present HEC equivalency where applicable
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive military salary and allowances, estimated between PKR 140000 and 300000 depending on rank and specialty
- Free medical facilities for officer and family, accommodation where provided, and other military benefits
- Professional development, specialist training, and career progression opportunities within the PAF medical services
Step by Step, How to Apply
- Visit the official PAF recruitment portal at joinpaf.gov.pk
- Create your registration profile, or log in if you already have one
- Select the 136 Combat Support Course registration for Specialists or GDMOs as applicable
- Fill the online application carefully, upload scanned documents, and complete all required fields
- Submit your form online before 14 December 2025, keep the generated roll number slip for future stages
- Attend the Intelligence and Academic tests, initial medical checks, and interviews as scheduled at your nearest PAF Information and Selection Centre
- Bring original CNIC and all original documents on the test day
Apply Now, Join PAF Medical Branch
Selection Process
- Online registration and documentation screening
- Intelligence test, academic written test where applicable
- Initial medical examination at designated PAF medical facility
- Initial interview and psychological assessment for shortlisted candidates
- Final medical at Combined Military Hospital or designated centre
- AHQ selection board interview and final merit list issuance
Important Dates
Registration Opens: 1 December 2025, Registration Closes: 14 December 2025
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See also: PAF medical branch information and updates
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply for the PAF medical intake
A: Male and female citizens of Pakistan with the required medical qualifications and PMDC or PMC registration can apply. Age and other criteria differ for specialists and GDMOs, so check the official advertisement.
Q: How long is the training period
A: Successful candidates will undergo approximately 24 weeks of training at PAF Academy or designated training centres, plus further specialty postings where applicable.
Q: What documents are required at the time of selection
A: Carry original CNIC, HEC recognized degree certificates, PMDC or PMC registration, house job certificate if applicable, and any other documents requested on your roll number slip.
Q: Are foreign degree holders eligible
A: Yes, but foreign degrees must have HEC equivalency and meet PAF eligibility rules. Bring equivalency documents during selection.
Q: Will candidates receive accommodation and medical benefits
A: Yes, commissioned officers receive medical facilities and accommodation per PAF policy, in addition to salary and allowances.
Q: Can I edit my application after submission
A: No, ensure all information is accurate before submission. Save your roll number slip and follow the portal instructions.
