Pakistan Air Force Jobs 2026 for Commissioned Officers in the Medical Branch
The Pakistan Air Force (PAF) will open online registration for commissioned officers in its Medical Branch under the 138 Combat Support Course. Pakistani men and women can apply for Specialist or General Duty Dental Officer (GDDO) positions under the Special Purpose Short Service Commission (SPSSC). Specialists will join as Squadron Leaders, while GDDOs will join as Flight Lieutenants. Specialist applicants need a relevant postgraduate qualification, while dental applicants need a BDS or equivalent and a one-year house job. Both categories require a NADRA Smart CNIC and a valid Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) certificate. Online registration runs from 9th to 23rd November 2026.
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Details
Name of Organization
Pakistan Air Force (PAF)
Post Names
Medical Branch Specialists and General Duty Dental Officers (GDDOs)
Course
138 Combat Support Course
Commission Type
Special Purpose Short Service Commission (SPSSC)
Education
Relevant postgraduate specialist qualification or BDS/equivalent with a one-year house job
Total Vacancies
Various
Apply Mode
Online through the Join PAF portal
Job Location
Pakistan. Initial posting city and province are Not Given.
Registration Opens
9th November 2026
Last Date To Apply
23rd November 2026
Pakistan Air Force Vacancy
Post Name
Education
Anesthetist
FCPS, FRCA or Diplomate American Board
Radiologist
FCPS, MRCR, FRCR or Diplomate American Board
Cardiologist
FCPS, FRCP, MRCP or Diplomate American Board
Neurologist
FCPS, FRCP, MRCP or Diplomate American Board
Child Specialist
FCPS, MRCP, MRCPCH, FRCP, FRCPCH or Diplomate American Board
ENT Specialist
FCPS, MRCS (ENT), FRCS (ENT) or Diplomate American Board
Gynecologist
FCPS, MRCOG, FRCOG or Diplomate American Board
Neuro Surgeon
FCPS, FRCS, MRCSI or Diplomate American Board
Psychiatrist
FCPS, FRCP, MRCP or Diplomate American Board
Orthopedic Surgeon
FCPS, FRCS or Diplomate American Board in R&PM or equivalent
General Duty Dental Officer (GDDO)
BDS or equivalent with a one-year house job and at least 60% marks or a GPA of 2.50 out of 4.00
Eligibility Criteria
Pakistani male and female citizens can apply for either category.
Candidates must hold a NADRA Smart CNIC and a valid PMDC certificate.
Specialist applicants must hold the relevant specialization from a Pakistani or foreign medical college or university recognized by the PMDC.
GDDO applicants must hold a BDS or equivalent from a PMDC-recognized Pakistani or foreign medical college or university and have completed a one-year house job. PAF gives preference to candidates with experience beyond the house job.
Training lasts 24 weeks for both categories. Specialists will train at the PAF Academy Asghar Khan.
Salary
PAF offers a competitive salary package. The amount is Not Given.
Benefits include free medical treatment for officers and their families, free accommodation and a 50% fare waiver on train and air travel.
Age Limit
Category
Age on 15th April 2027
Medical Branch Specialist
25 to 35 years. Relaxation up to 45 years may be granted with approval from the competent authority.
General Duty Dental Officer
25 to 33 years
Selection Process
Take the intelligence test and the relevant academic test at the designated PAF Information and Selection Centre.
Complete the initial medical examination, physical test and interview at the centre.
Take the psychological test if shortlisted.
Attend the Air Headquarters (AHQ) Selection Board interview in Rawalpindi, Lahore or Karachi.
Complete the final medical examination at the Central Medical Board in Lahore.
Attend the Final AHQ Selection Board interview in Islamabad.
AHQ will make the final selection in order of merit.
How to Apply
Open the Join PAF portal and select the 138 Combat Support Course.
Choose Medical Branch Specialist or General Duty Dental Officer according to your qualifications.
Keep your NADRA Smart CNIC and valid PMDC certificate ready when completing the online registration.
Submit your registration between 9th and 23rd November 2026.
