Join the Pakistan Navy as a Sailor Batch S-A-2026(S) Recruitment Announced
The Pakistan Navy has announced a major recruitment drive for the Sailor Batch S-A-2026(S). This is a prime opportunity for young, ambitious Pakistani males who have completed Matriculation to join the crew of world-class warships and submarines.
The recruitment is open for various branches, catering to individuals with different educational backgrounds and skills.
Basic Education Categories (Matric Passes)
| Sr. No. | Branch | Minimum Educational Qualification | Age Limit | Minimum Height | Marital Status |
| A | Technical | Matric Science with minimum 65% marks | 16 – 20 years | 5 ft 4 in (162.5 cm) | Unmarried |
| B | Medical Branch | Matric Science/Arts with minimum 65% marks | 16 – 20 years | 5 ft 4 in (162.5 cm) | Unmarried |
| C | Naval Police | Matric Science/Arts with minimum 60% marks | 16 – 20 years | 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) | Unmarried |
| D | Marines | Matric Science/Arts with minimum 60% marks | 17 – 21 years | 5 ft 6 in (167.5 cm) | Unmarried |
| E | Fire Fighter | Matric (Any stream) with minimum 55% marks | 16 – 20 years | 5 ft 4 in (162.5 cm) | Unmarried |
| F | Chef / Store | Matric (Any stream) with minimum 55% marks | 17 – 22 years | 5 ft 4 in (162.5 cm) | Unmarried |
| G | Physical Trainer | Matric Science/Arts with minimum 50% marks | 16 – 20 years | 5 ft 6 in (167.5 cm) | Unmarried |
| H | Musician Branch | Matric Science/Arts/Equivalent with minimum 45% marks | 16 – 24 years | 5 ft 6 in (167.5 cm) | Unmarried |
| J | Sanitary Worker / Ground Staff | Literate | 17 – 21 years | 5 ft 4 in (162.5 cm) | Unmarried |
| K | Patwari | Matric Pass + Computer Course (MS Office/Word/Excel) | 16 – 20 years | 5 ft 4.5 in (163 cm) | Unmarried |
Special Categories for DAE Holders
These positions are reserved for candidates holding a Diploma of Associate Engineer (DAE) in Civil or Electrical (Radio Technology).
| Branch | Educational Eligibility & Experience | Age Limit |
| ITT-I (Naval Dockyard / Aircraft Yard) | Matric 65% + DAE 60% in specific technologies (Civil, Electrical, AC&R, etc.) | 17 – 20 years |
| LITT (Electrical Technical Training) | Matric 65% + DAE 60% (Civil/Electrical/Radio Technology). No additional course/experience required. | 17 – 22 years |
| ITA-IV | Matric 65% + DAE 60% + Minimum 3 years of experience in Industrial Electronics, Automation, Hardware, etc. | 17 – 27 years |
Registration Details
- Registration Deadline: December 7, 2025
- How to Apply: Candidates are required to apply online by clicking on the registration slip on the official website after carefully reviewing the necessary conditions.
- Online Registration: www.joinpaknavy.gov.pk
- Contact/Inquiry: You can also contact the nearest Pakistan Navy Recruitment Center or use the WhatsApp chat line for further details.
Mandatory Conditions and Benefits
- Selection Process: All candidates must successfully pass the prescribed medical examination, academic tests, and interview stages. Selection remains a formal requirement.
- Benefits: Successful candidates will enjoy transportation costs, accommodation, ration allowance, and other privileges upon successful completion of the testing phases.
- Ineligible Candidates: Individuals rejected, disqualified, rendered ineligible, or discharged from the Army or Air Force are not eligible to apply.
Recruitment Centers
Registration and selection procedures will be conducted across major cities. Recruitment centers are located in:
Abbottabad, Swat, Mirpur, D.I. Khan, Multan, Bahawalpur, Sukkur, Pano Aqil, Nawabshah, Quetta, Khuzdar, Lasbela, Karachi, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Faisalabad, and Gujranwala.
