Key Takeaways
- The Pakistan Army has announced 33 Civilian Gazetted Officer (CGO) posts.
- Applications are due by 29 September 2026, with appointments initially lasting three years.
- Eligible applicants include Colonels, Lieutenant Colonels, and Majors who have retired or are retiring.
The Pakistan Army has launched a recruitment drive for 33 Civilian Gazetted Officer (CGO) positions, inviting applications from retired, released, or retiring Army officers. The positions are spread across various fields, including aviation, engineering, psychology, and procurement.
Applicants must submit their forms by 29 September 2026, with appointments initially lasting three years. The Army may extend these appointments by one year based on performance and recommendations from the relevant organisation.
Eligibility criteria for the positions are strict, with age limits and service background requirements. Colonels can apply up to the age of 54 years, while Lieutenant Colonels and Majors must be 52 or below. For pilot positions, the maximum age is 55 years for Colonels, Lieutenant Colonels, and Majors.
The application process is detailed, with specific requirements for each position. For example, the two aviation posts in Rawalpindi require Grade-I or Grade-II staff appointment experience at GHQ or an aviation setup. The advertisement lists instructor-pilot and other specified aviation qualifications as preferable.
Gujranwala vacancies include 10 aviation pilot posts and one Aviation EME post. Pilot applicants need a BA/BSc, the specified flying qualifications, at least 1,500 flying hours, and FC-II medical category. Their flight safety record must show no pilot-error accident in the last five years.
The Aviation EME post requires a BE in Aerospace or Avionics and OEM training in the technical aspects of the relevant systems. The separate Aviation EME vacancy lists a BSc/BE in Aerospace or Avionics as preferable. It also requires the specified service courses, QAMS, and five years of aviation maintenance experience.
Psychologist and procurement roles also have specific requirements. The psychologist vacancy requires an MS in Clinical Psychology or ADCP, a clinical psychologist licence, and five years of relevant experience. Aviation psychology specialisation is desirable.
Major-level posts cover engineering, aviation, procurement, supply chain work, and medical administration. Requirements vary by position, including an engineering degree, relevant service courses, procurement experience, and, for the Army Medical Corps post, an MSc in Hospital Administration and the Mid-Career Course. Relevant master’s degrees, MBAs, supply chain qualifications, and defence procurement courses are desirable for specified posts.
The Nowshera vacancy requires a retired Lieutenant Colonel with the listed service course qualification.
