The Pakistan Air Force has opened online registration for doctors and dental surgeons to join as commissioned officers in its Medical Branch under the 138 Combat Support Course. Registration runs from 9 to 23 November 2026, and applications are made only through the official Join PAF portal. Both men and women who are citizens of Pakistan can apply, provided they hold a NADRA Smart CNIC and a valid Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) certificate.

Two routes: Specialist and GDDO

Specialists join as Squadron Leader after 24 weeks of training at the PAF Academy. The route is open to doctors aged 25 to 35 with a postgraduate specialisation, recognised by the PMDC, in one of ten disciplines: anaesthetist, radiologist, cardiologist, neurologist, child specialist, ENT specialist, gynaecologist, neurosurgeon, psychiatrist or orthopaedic surgeon. Age relaxation up to 45 years may be granted for this route, subject to approval by the competent authority.

Dental surgeons apply as General Duty Dental Officers (GDDOs) and join as Flight Lieutenant. Applicants need a BDS or equivalent from a PMDC-recognised institution, one year of house job, and at least 60 per cent marks or a 2.50 GPA out of 4. The age limit for GDDOs is 25 to 33, and preference goes to candidates with experience beyond the house job year.

Selection starts with intelligence and academic tests at a PAF Information and Selection Centre, then an initial medical examination, physical test and interview. Shortlisted candidates take a psychological test, face the AHQ Selection Board, attend a final medical examination at CMB Lahore, and then appear before the final AHQ Selection Board, with final selection in order of merit. Applicants should first check the advertisement's ineligibility rules on the official advertisement. Registration closes on Monday 23 November 2026.