PMA LONG COURSE INITIAL TESTS QUIZZES

Complete Guide to PMA Long Course Initial Preparation

The Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Long Course is one of the most prestigious gateways for young aspirants who dream of joining the Pakistan Army as commissioned officers. Offered twice a year, the PMA Long Course transforms dedicated candidates into strategic leaders, training them to serve the nation with honor, integrity, and valor.

What is the PMA Long Course?

The PMA Long Course is a regular 2-year training program conducted at the Pakistan Military Academy, Kakul (Abbottabad). Candidates who successfully complete the selection procedure—comprising the initial computer-based exam, physical test, initial medical examination, and the 4-day ISSB evaluation—are granted a regular commission in the Pakistan Army as Second Lieutenants.

The course not only provides rigorous military tactics and physical training but also awards a Bachelor’s degree to the cadets upon graduation, making it a complete academic and professional program.

PMA Long Course Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the PMA Long Course, candidates must meet the official criteria prescribed by the Pakistan Army Recruitment Directorate:

1. Nationality & Gender

• Gender: Male citizens of Pakistan.
• Domicile: Citizens of Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan are also eligible.
• Marital Status: Unmarried (Married serving military personnel are eligible).

2. Educational Qualification

• FA / FSc / Equivalent: Minimum 55% marks in Intermediate or equivalent exams.
• Relaxation for Specific Areas: Candidates belonging to specified areas (e.g., Balochistan, FATA, Gilgit-Baltistan, District Kohistan, Chitral) with 50% marks are eligible.
• Serving Army Soldiers: Minimum 50% marks in FA/FSc.
• Hope Certificate: Candidates who have passed Part-1 with 55% marks and appeared in Part-2 exams can apply with a Hope Certificate signed by their college head.

3. Age Limit

• Intermediate / Equivalent: 17 to 22 Years (with 3 months upper/lower age relaxation).
• Graduates (2-Year Degree): 17 to 23 Years.
• Graduates (4-Year Degree – BS/BBA etc.): 17 to 24 Years.
• Serving Army Soldiers: 17 to 23 Years.

4. Physical Standards

• Minimum Height: 5 Feet 4 Inches (162.5 cm).
• Weight: As per Body Mass Index (BMI).
• Visual Standard: Distance vision with glasses 6/6, 6/9.

Selection Procedure & Exam Stages

The recruitment journey consists of several systematic phases designed to evaluate an applicant’s intellectual sharpness, mental stability, physical stamina, and officer-like qualities (OLQs):

• 1. Computer-Based Online Test: Conducted at AS&RC centers across Pakistan, covering Verbal, Non-Verbal, and Academic subjects.
• 2. Physical Fitness Test: Includes 1.6 km running in 8 minutes, push-ups, sit-ups, chin-ups, and ditch crossing.
• 3. Initial Medical Exam: Basic physical and health clearance at the local recruitment center.
• 4. ISSB Recommendation: A 4-day psychological and outdoor testing procedure at Kohat, Gujranwala, Malir, or Quetta centers.
• 5. Final Medical Board: Conducted at Combined Military Hospitals (CMH) for recommended candidates.

Core Topics You Must Prepare for Initial Exams

To pass the initial computer exam on your first attempt, you need to thoroughly prepare the following core areas:

A. Verbal Intelligence Tests

Focuses on logical reasoning, analytical skills, and verbal comprehension. Key topics include Series Completion, Analogy, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, Direction Sense Tests, Age Problems, and Word Formation.

B. Non-Verbal Intelligence Tests

Tests visual problem-solving using shapes and diagrams. Important topics include Figure Series, Mirror Images, Embedded Figures, Pattern Completion, Odd One Out, and Spatial Orientation.

C. Academic Test Portion

• Islamic Studies: Pillars of Islam, Battle details (Ghazwat), Holy Quran facts, Prophets’ lives, and Islamic History.
• Pakistan Studies & History: Pre-partition history (1857–1947), Post-partition events, Constitutional history, Kashmir Issue, and Defense forces history.
• General Knowledge: World Capitals, Currencies, International Organizations (UN, OIC, SAARC), Highest/Lowest geographical landmarks, Famous Rivers, and Mountain Passes.
• Current Affairs: National politics, global conflicts, defense updates, recent summits, and sports achievements.
• Mathematics & English: Basic Algebra, Percentage, Ratio, Prepositions, Synonyms, and Antonyms.

How to Prepare Effectively

Preparation requires consistency and time management. Candidates should practice time-bound practice tests to build speed, especially for non-verbal intelligence sections where time per question is limited. Utilizing past papers and updated PDF notes provided on our platform will help you grasp the repeated questions asked at AS&RC centers.