TCC (Technical Cadet Course)
Permanent Commission
Age
17 – 21 years
Education
FSc Pre-Eng (65%)
Training
5 Years (Degree + PMA)
Gender
Male Only
Overview
The Technical Cadet Course is an engineering-focused permanent commission pathway. Candidates complete a full 4-year engineering degree at NUST-affiliated military colleges, followed by 1-year military training at PMA Kakul. Commissioned as Captains — one rank higher than the Long Course.
Eligibility Criteria
- Pakistani citizen
- Must be unmarried
- Age: 17–21 years
- FSc (Pre-Engineering): Minimum 65% marks
- ICS accepted only for Computer Software Engineering track (min. 65%)
- A-Levels: Physics + Mathematics + Chemistry/Computer Studies/CS (Grades A–C)
- Hope Certificate accepted if FSc Part-I marks ≥ 65%
- Minimum height: 5'4" (162.5 cm)
- Weight proportionate to height (per BMI)
Commission & Training
Commissioned As
Captain (one rank higher than PMA Long Course graduates)
Training Duration
4 years engineering degree at NUST-affiliated college + 1 year at PMA Kakul = 5 years total
Commission Type
Permanent Commission
Selection Process
Online Registration
Apply at joinpakarmy.gov.pk during the announced period.
Computerized Intelligence & Academic Tests
Engineering-focused tests at AS&RCs: Physics, Mathematics, and reasoning.
Physical Fitness Test & Initial Medical
Fitness and health assessment at AS&RC.
Initial Interview Panel
Personality and academic aptitude interview at the AS&RC.
ISSB (4–5 Days)
Full ISSB evaluation: psychological, group tasks, outdoor activities, interview.
Final Medical Board
Comprehensive medical at CMH.
Final Selection (GHQ)
GHQ merit list; selected candidates proceed to engineering colleges.
