20/05/2024
This Post is all about Frequently Asked Question regarding Medicals,Issb or General Questions..So Read this till end..
Here are Basic Queries Regarding ISSB which are usually asked...
Q.What is ISSB(Inter Services Selection Board)?ISSB kiya hy or commission main kesy apply karty?
Answer:Issb aik board ka nam hy jis k officers paf navy ya army k mix hoty.Un ka maqsad apki officer bn'ny ki salahiyat barakna hy.
Jab bhi koi commission k through Army, Navy ya Pak Air Force join karna chahta ho to wo is k Commission k liye apply karta hy or phir initial tamaam tests deta hy jin ko clear karna lazmi hota hy. Inko preliminary tests bhi kehty hain.
1.In main computer base test
2.Physical(Except PAF)(Except SSC Navy)
3.Medical
4.Interview
Shamil hoty hain. Ye sub clear karnay k baad aapko issb form diya jata hy or wo tamam documents k sath jama karana hota.
Then apky documents AHQ GHQ ya NHQ bhejy jaty.Then wo apko issb k liye recommend karty or apky issb forms ISSB centres main bhejy jaty.Then kohat malir Gujranwala ya Quetta sy apki call ati hy. Means issb call letter. then ISSB date jo mentioned hoti hay letter py us din same time py report karna hota hay.
udr entry hoti hai and checking of candidate + bag + documents then documents stamp kar k jama kar lety then chest number allot hota hy
then issb call letter and booklet jama karty 110 rupees lety for NADRA verification.then BMI hota hai.ThenPhoto shoot.Then waiting main jaty or udr sy 6 6 candidates ko unky room shift karty.Then Usual 4 day Routine Start ho jate hai.Issb main tests ki 3 dimensions hoti hain.har aik ko alag officer judge krta.
1.psychologist
2.deputy
3.GTO
Q.What is the role of Psychologist in ISSB?
Ans=According to the definition of Psychology, it is the study of behavior and mind, embracing all aspects of conscious and unconscious experience as well as thought. A person who is expert in psychology is known as a Psychologist.
In ISSB, one of the three officers assigned to test you is a psychologist. He checks your written tests that you have given and also analyzes your behavior, mental caliber, your personality and leadership abilities through your interview. He then gives his final remarks on basis of your written tests and interview. The vote of Psychologist is very vital for recommendation because without his vote, you can't get recommended and also can't be called for a re-interview.
Q.What is the role of GTO in ISSB?
Ans=Group Testing Officer, also known as GTO is one of the three officers that are assigned to test your suitability for defense forces in ISSB. Candidates are divided into various groups of 8-12 members each and every group is given an alphabet (A, B, C etc.) as name of the group. Every group has its own GTO, Psychologist and Deputy President.
GTO is the person with whom you'll have to spend most of your time at ISSB i.e two days, so its essential that you perform well and in a good manner to secure his vote. GTO checks your co-operation with your group mates, your leadership skills, manners, influencing power, alertness, teamwork, tactics, judgement and physical fitness. To check these aspects, he conducts a number of indoor and outdoor tasks on day 3 and 4 of ISSB. GTO conducts a small interview with the candidate as well.
Q.What is the role of GTO in ISSB?
Ans=Group Testing Officer, also known as GTO is one of the three officers that are assigned to test your suitability for defense forces in ISSB. Candidates are divided into various groups of 8-12 members each and every group is given an alphabet (A, B, C etc.) as name of the group. Every group has its own GTO, Psychologist and Deputy President.
GTO is the person with whom you'll have to spend most of your time at ISSB i.e two days, so its essential that you perform well and in a good manner to secure his vote. GTO checks your co-operation with your group mates, your leadership skills, manners, influencing power, alertness, teamwork, tactics, judgement and physical fitness. To check these aspects, he conducts a number of indoor and outdoor tasks on day 3 and 4 of ISSB. GTO conducts a small interview with the candidate as well.
Q.Does Physical fittness matters in Issb?
Ans:As you know your BMI will be checked on your reporting day.There is a simple concept you can also use let your height is 169 cm.Subtract 100 from it..So your weight must be 69 kg or less.
As you will face tough routines in PMA so somehow its important for you to be maintain your BMI before going to issb.
GTO will observe your physical endurance.
In conclusion you will not get not recommend on the basis of it as there is other assesors also.But you must be physical fit.As it will brighter your chances.
Mostly asked Questions
Q.Does Marks matter in Issb?
Ans:Marks give a good impression to assesors.But you are not recommended on the basis of Marks.As marks represents candidates..
1.IQ
2.Hardwork
3.Consistency
But there is a case that let you get 80% Marks in Matric but you got 60% marks in Fsc.Then Deputy definately inquires your academic why there is a fluction in your academic carrier.Rather it is due to financial problems or some other personal Issues.
So in conclustion marks give positive impression but are not a criteria of recommendation in Issb.Some guys have suitable personalities and low academic marks and get recommended.On the other hand there also some candidate who had good academic carrier but there personality is not upto the marks and they got not recommended.
So Be Bold and Improve your personality.
Q.Is Repeaters Issb has some difference?
Ans;Issb of repeaters is same as that of fresh one.
But there are little more Questions in Interview.In which he is inquired about his last performance.e.g:Why you are not Recommended last time? etc
And Repeaters should have to do well in GTO Tasks.
As they are experienced so they must come up with full preperation.
Q.Give best tips for Repeaters?
Ans:Repeaters are advise to introspect theirselves before next appearance.
Write down your previous experience.Definately there were lot of blunders you done.
Note your weak points from your experience and work on that.
Now after improving your self.Introspect yourself again before 2nd appearance.
Inshallah you will get best Results.
Q.How merit list is prepared?
Ans=Merit list just like any other merit list. It is formed after the ISSB recommendations are completed and there are more 'recommended' individuals then desired. The merit list is likely to be based on you Matric and Inter exams, Initial Test of recruitment center and the marks in ISSB.
Q.Is issb of repeaters has some sought of changing or not?
Ans=There isnt much of a difference. Why should it be? Just that they know that you are wiser than before because of your pst experience of spending 5 x days at ISSB, so yes may be they are not going to ask very basic questions, but that can only be said for the interview. i doubt the GTO would deal with you very differently during his tasks. But surely, they would be very well aware that you are a repeater.
i suggest you stop think about such petty issues and concentrate on your preparations for the ISSBs.
Q.Does the issb test records will effect my next trial or not?
Ans=Yes, they will. They will surely consult your previous performance but then you need not to worry, if that had mattered, Army would nt have allowed a person to appear in ISSB twice.
I have Compiled all Frequently asked Questions Regarding Medicals..
Hope So Helpfull for all of you
Q.Who examine Males and Females Candidates?
Ans.Privacy is ensured during the medical examination. Male candidates are examined by male medical officer and male nursing staff. Female candidates are examined by female medical officer and female nursing staff.
Q.Having Surgery in Past can Unfit us for Selection?
Ans.No. If you had any surgery in the past and now you are fine, with no loss of function, then you are fit for selection in the military.
Q.Is Tattos are Unfit For Pakistan Army?
Ans.Yes. Tattoos are unfit for Pakistan army.
Q.Is Delibate Harms unfit for Pak Army?
Ans.Yes. Any scars or cuts made by the person themselves, are unfit for army. This includes writing any letter or names or drawing on skin of forearm or anywhere in the body with a blade (or any object, resulting in permanent scar at the time of examination).
Please note, any scars due to any accident, or work related for example scars on the hands and arms of labours or during sports are not unfit. A person is fit if the scars are not due to any self inflicted harm.
Q.Is Varicose vein is Unfit for Pak Army?
Ans.Varicose vein is a condition in which the veins of the leg become engorged, especially when standing on toes.
Varicose vein is unfit for army if untreated. However a candidate can get them treated and then continue the medical process without being declared unfit.
If you have varicose veins issue then your examining medical officer will refer you to a general surgeon. The surgeon can declare you fit for Pakistan army after you get treated for them.
Q.Is Squint eyes are Unfit for Pakistan Army?
Ans.Yes. Squint is considered unfit for selection in Pakistan Army.
Q.Can i Join Pakistan Army with Knee Knocking?
Ans=No you can't.You can consult a good orthopedic surgeon for corrective surgery or have to do exercises at least a year or more before you apply.
Knee knocking is not an absolute unfit for selection in military. There is a specific criteria and degree of knee knocking which is acceptable. Many people with regular knee knocking pass the medical fitness test.
Q.A person suffering with Piles/Haemorids are Eligible?
Ans=You cant pass the medical exam with piles, however if you get rid of them, you'll get through.
Stage 1,2 is curable.
Q.What is eyesight requirement for Pak Army?
Ans=Well, -3.5 is on last verge criteria dear. Medically and in Army/PAF/Navy term, its called VS 3. but more than this is not acceptable in any course.(not for GDP Candidates)
Weakness upto 2.5 is declared fit in Long Course if it can be corrected by wearing glasses.
Q.What they check in dental exam??
Ans=Dental or more correctly oral exam will tell any local infection, any Gutka/ Supari/Pan/cigarette effects, any erosion or history of even cancer.well if there is just dental blackness (not due to death or necrosis) then consult your dentist before appearing.
"You must check your teeth and wash them properly before appearing in General Medical Examination"
Q.How they check knock knee??
Ans=It's other way round. A simple way to check for knee-knocking is to stand straight, join your heals with your feet making a 'V' i.e. your toes are pointing outwards - dont open them too much, just as you would stand normally, now if the inner side of your knees touch each other, you have a problem. But nothing to worry about, even a very little gap between the (inner) knees would do.
Q.Does DNS effect on selection or not?
Ans=DNS operation will have no effect on your selection. They even tell you to have DNS operation if it is observed during the medical and then you can re-appear for the tests.
Q.What is Eyesight standard in Army?
Ans=Here is the standard requirement for Pakistan Army.
(1) Distant Vision With glasses 6/9, 6/12
(2) Near Vision J2, J7 or N8, N12 with or without glasses
Q.What is Eligible carrying angle of arms for Armed Forces?
Ans=5-18 degree is normal limit, 1 degree relaxation maybe given, depends on the doctor, but its rare.
a.CP-1 is the normal level for the color blindness test. However, i have seen a candidate with CP-2 declared fit... If the RMO/DMO at the selection raises a doubt over your eyes issues, he'll refer you to eye specialicist.
b.PAF will give relaxation up-to 5 kg's overweight in medicals.
Q.Is there any height Relaxation in Pak Army?
Ans.No. Minimum height criteria for every selection type and category is fixed. For example clerks get a waiver in height which is mentioned in the selection requirements. However no waiver can be given beyond the publicly announced selection requirements for that selection category.
Q.Is large carrying angle is unfit for Selection?
Ans.Yes. The carrying angle beyond a specific angle as per guidelines is unfit for selection in Army. However you should still apply and ask the medical officer at your nearest medical officer if your elbow’s carrying angle is beyond the allowed limit or not.
Q.What is the weight Requirement for Pakistan Army?
Ans.Weight is calculated based on BMI. Up to 25 BMI is acceptable. Overweight or obese people are unfit in Army. However the medical officer can give the candidate time to reduce the weight if he finds it to be in a certain allowed limit and then ask him to report back.
Q.Is that true we have to get Naked during Medical Examinations?
Ans.Yes. The requirements of the medical examination require the person to completely undress for the medical examination.
Q.Why we Bend and asked to Cough During Medicals?
Ans.Bend test with cough is used to detect hernia.
Q.Is Flat Foot is unfit for Pakistan Army?
A.Yes. Flat foot is unfit for selection in Pakistan Army.
Q. What is procedure of Appeal Medical Board (AMB)?
Ans A candidate if declared unfit by CMB can apply for AMB within Four weeks after the declaration of medical result and he has to write application to Assistant Chief of Air Staff (T-O).
Q. Any waiver in height for GD (P) and CAE candidates in PAF?
Ans Height criterion for male and female candidates of GD (P) branch is 5 feet 4 inch (163cm) whereas for ground branches it is 5 feet 4 inch for male and 4 feet 10 inch for female. Upto 17 years 4cm and upto 19 years 2.5 cm waiver in lower limit is granted. Beyond 19 years of age, no relaxation in lower height limit. The upper height limit is 188cm. A waiver of 2.5cm is granted in upper height limit. A waiver of 2.5cm is granted in upper height limit.
Q.What is Appeal Medical Board and what is the process?
Ans who apply against the decision of their Medical, they should forwarded a request to Recruitment Directorate for arranging an Appeal Medical Board to reassess the verdict of their Medical Unfitness. Recruitment Directorate will further process the case with Medical Directorate for arranging their Appeal Medical Board. Appeal Medical Board will be held at CMH Rawalpindi only.
Q.I am not satisfied with final Medical result as being declared UNFIT. How can I challenge the decision?
Ans.You may apply for Appeal Medical Board. You have to appear before a team of medical officers who will give final decision regarding medical fitness or otherwise. Further details may be asked by contacting Recruitment Directorate on 051-20062370-74.
Q.What should be the position of testicles?
Ans=Some curvature of the p***s to either side is usually normal. The left testicle usually hangs lower than the right one normally.
You may not have anything to worry about, but a proper medical checkup is the best way to go.
I am going to be straight with you since you are joining the army/Navy/PAF of all things
You strip they grab your balls may ask you to cough it is to check hernia then they ask you to turn around and bend over to check that you don't have piles or something and that's it.
It's nothing to worry about its all done really quickly and professionally, you will be done in an instant
Q.In case of variocele what happens?
Ans=Varicocele, they might declared you TUF (temporary Unfit) and asked you to have operation for that and reappear in next batch... but all it depends on degree and severity of varicocele. if it is more sever, then they might declared you PU (permanently unfit) better you get opanion from some doctor before appearing in.
Q.Can someone with gynaecomastia join the army?
Ans.Most probably not, get a surgery before applying
There are many Questions which more mostly asked..
Q.Who are commissioned officers??
Ans=Commissioned Officer is the one who holds commission that bind them with certain responsibility, tasks and duties. He is the one who got to have the authority. In short the 'authority' of Commissioned Officers is vested in his position and he is vested with this responsibility (authority) from the Supreme Commander of the Force. Lastly, only a Commissioned Officer can have the authority to Command men...
Q.Is Promotion rate of TCC officers are Slow?
Ans.NO.But Technical arms senior posts (Brig and above) are less than fighting/supporting arms.
Q.Does Graduate Course of Pak Army announced on regular basis?
Ans.It depends upon the need of Army for officers or there if there is shortage of officers.It is announced on irregular bases.In past Graduate Course also discontinued for time being.
Q.Is there any seneority in basic promotion test?
Ans.Every graduate courses got a seniority equvalant to a long course..like all engineers guy who passed out in 113 L\C they got the senioriy of 111 L\C ..bcz they ve already spent 5 years in NUST and So on.So they were made senior after passing out.long course guys r eligible to appear in capt to maj exam 4 years after passing out.So all those engr guys who passed out with me they were eligible to appear after 3 years coz they will appear in that exam With the course they were given seniorty.
Q.Can officers from supporting arms can volunteer for SSG?
Ans. Officers from supporting arms cannot volunteer for SSG.
Q.What is Bond?
Ans.Bond is the contract individuals do when joining Army for the number of years they’re bound to serve after completion of training.
Q.How many Years does a SSC officer work?
Ans:People joining with short service regular comission (e.g. doctors, engineers, teachers) join usually on 2, 5 or 7 years bond. However this bond is not entertained and you have to serve for the complete duration (25 years of service e.g.) before you’re allowed to leave the Army as a major. If you get promoted then the number of years extend too.
Lack of promotion:If They fail to get promoted to next rank, then they will be allowed to leave after the completion of the service years of that rank (Almost 25 years for major)
Q.Can Promotion of SSC Officers are tough?
Ans.Yup There won't be many opportunities, you get promoted when there is an opening. There is an opening when someone gets promoted and in their place you get promoted. SSC officers, especially those in Engineering/Medical corps are limited in numbers, it's just how the Army works.But you can reach upto Major General rank.It depends on your carrier and your performance in your Army.And Yes After LT Col commission automatically converted into PC.
Q.Can Promotion of SSC Officers are tough?
Ans.Yup There won't be many opportunities, you get promoted when there is an opening. There is an opening when someone gets promoted and in their place you get promoted. SSC officers, especially those in Engineering/Medical corps are limited in numbers, it's just how the Army works.But you can reach upto Major General rank.It depends on your carrier and your performance in your Army.And Yes After LT Col commission automatically converted into PC.
Q.How Promotions takes place for Pak Navy SSC officers?
Ans.Promotions are made according to the prescribed naval rules. after first two years,as s/Lt,then after total 6 years full LT.after ten years of service, LTcdr.
In SSC Naval SSC First bond is of 7 years. You will be considered for permanent commission every year after that. If not changed, second bond is of 3 years. However, it is very rare that Navy remove someone except some serious issue. Otherwise, eventually all SSC will be transfered to PC.Prmotions also depends on which branch you are working. In mostly branches, the highest rank is your attainable rank. Only Ops Branch people can become Vice Admiral
Q.What are min. ranks duration in army?
Ans=
Pakistan army ranks are like this!!!
2nd Lieutenant- Lieutenant- Captain- Major- Lieutenant Colonel- Colonel- Brigadier- Major General- Lieutenant General- General- Chief of Army Staff
Two years training at PMA
6 months one remains 2/Lt
2.5 years one remains Lt
4.5 years as Capt
8 years as Maj
within 16 years one becomes Lt. Col
Moving ahead the time frame for senior ranks is never fixed, its arbitrary,
Q.How promotions occurs in Army?
Ans=from the rank of Lt. to major you have to give exams, but after that its totally based on recommendation of a board, and some courses e.g. staff college, war course etc
It depends on his performance in
1.Service
2.Promotion Exams
3.Different Military Courses
Mostly end up as Colonels.
Above average End up as Brigadiers
Those who have outstanding performance proceed up to become Generals.
Till the Major rank, Promotions are based on promotion exams.
After that Promotion Boards decide about one's promotion and in that phase courses,appointments and performance matters
Q.What is meant "low merit"??
Ans=This means tht u were unable to make the merit.Example Let's say they needed 100 x Cadets - they took top-100, you were 101st or lower.
Q.What is Difference between SSC and PC?
Ans=》Short Service Commission (SSC)
Short services means they are appointed in specialized branches and they serve for the period of ten years and this period is extendable.
》Permanant Commission (PC)
Permanent commission is permanent, they have to serve till the end of service limit which is 55 years age.
Q.How merit list is prepared?
Ans=Merit list just like any other merit list. It is formed after the ISSB recommendations are completed and there are more 'recommended' individuals then desired. The merit list is likely to be based on you Matric and Inter exams, Initial Test of recruitment center and the marks in ISSB.
Q.What is minimum duration for SSC?
Ans=In Short service commission(SSC) minimum period is 10 yrs.after that the officer is asked if he wants to leave or continue his service.
Q.If somebody is 24,he will apply for PMA Long Course then upto which rank he probbably goes?
Ans= if he passes out at age 26 as 2nd Lt. Add 3-4 years till captain. then add 6-7 years of captain, add 8-13 years of major till Lt Col. Thats around around 47-49 years of age as newly promoted Lt Col. Then add 5-7 years as LT Col till either Colonel or Brigadier.
(Some can get directly promoted from Lt Col To Brigadier. Usually its Lt-Col Then Colonel Then Brigadie).
so looking at around 53-54 years as newly promoted Brigadier. In reality some brigadiers retire at this age after spending 8-9 years as brigadier with no chances of further promotion
Q.Difference Between Fighting arms and Support arms?
Ans=1- fighting arms, you will apply for graduate course or Long Course, initial test will include Intelligence and GK tests.Further followed by medical,Physical test and interview and then ISSB. ISSB is the same no matter what. After clearing you will join PMA for a year for Graduate Course and two years for PMA Long Course and pass out as 2nd Lieutanant.
2- Support arms, you will apply for DSSC, initials will include BS syllabus and intelligence Questions followed by medical,physical and interview finally issb. ISSB will be same. After clearing you will join PMA for 6 months. After that you will get commission as Captain. You will not fight rather support them in different corps
Q.Which is better Long Course or TCC??
Ans=LC is better than TCC..
Promotion of TCC is slower than LC
If a TCC Cadet is a Captain while PMA Cadet is Major.Go to LC if u want to be able to make to Maj-General or above. Lead Troops in battle, command formations.
After retirement.get a job as GM or ED in FFC, FFBL, AWT, Sugar Mills etcOr Go to TCC Reach Brigadier rank (if lucky) and then retire as director in FWO, NLC, PTCL, NTC, PTA, NRTC, HIT etc.its like buying a corolla over BMW...
Make a career in Army , through a fighting Arm by joining LC. Go for BMW.
Q.Difference Between Short Course and Long Course?
☆Long Course:
Two years training in PMA Kakul. You have to do graduation also with training routine. I mean you have to study also. Its very much tough routine in long course and after completing training you will be graduated and given the rank of 2nd. Lieutenant (2/Lt). Later on you have to serve in any assigned unit. Long course is announced after every six months. Requirements for long course are just FSc. and Age up to
22 years.
☆Short Course:
6 months training programme in PMA Kakul (No Study as you are applying on the basis of Graduation) after which you will be given the rank of Captain. You will be posted in the unit specifically related to your graduation degree. Like if you have done electrical or mechanical engineering you will be posted in EME Battalion or If you have done some Mphi or M.S or MBA etc you will be posted in Army Education Corps.
I hope you all have got a clear idea of difference between both.
Q..What is 142,143,144...Long Course?
Ans=The 1st PMA long course was inducted in year 1947, then 2nd PMA LC after it to................ 144 PMA LC
Pakistan military academy successfully passed out 139 batches from 1947 to 2019.
Hence 142,143,144 so on are batch numbers.
Q) What are the different branches in Pakistan Air Force, Navy and Army where one could apply to become a Pilot? I'm not talking about becoming just a Fighter Pilot but also about the transporters and flying helicopters etc.
Ans=In all these forces their is only one branch which has pilots, in Navy & Army its aviation in PAFits GDP branch. No body joins military to become a specifc type of pilot, its his performance that changes his
destiny...
Categorization is done on basis of pilot's performance. If he is not capable for fighters( in AF) then he is sent to heliz and transport a/c. Sometimes other reasons changes the fate too eg long torso is not suitable for fighters/tainers because of less space in cockpit so they are sent to transport a/c.
Q.What is ASRC?
Ans.ASRC stands for Army Selection Recruitment Center. It is the place where candidates are selected to serve in Pakistan Army. In every major city, there is an ASRC center.
