Pakistan Rangers (Punjab) Announces Major Recruitment for Naik and Sipahi Positions
The Headquarters of Pakistan Rangers (Punjab), located on Ghazi Road, Lahore, has announced a significant recruitment drive, inviting applications from eligible Pakistani nationals for the positions of Naik (General Duty) and Lady Rangers/Sipahi (General Duty). This is a valuable opportunity for individuals seeking a disciplined and honorable career in a prestigious paramilitary force.
Explore Key Vacancies and Provincial Quotas
The recruitment is open for two main roles, with a clear distribution of vacancies based on provincial and regional quotas to ensure fair representation from across the country.
Naik General Duty (For Males)
Basic Pay Scale: BPS-07
Total Vacancies: 20
Lady Ranger / Sipahi General Duty (For Females)
Basic Pay Scale: BPS-05
Total Vacancies: 15
The vacancies for both positions are allocated based on the following quotas:
Merit: 7.5%
Punjab (including Federal Area Islamabad): 50%
Sindh (Urban): 7.6%
Sindh (Rural): 11.4%
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa: 11.5%
Balochistan: 6%
Ex-FATA (now merged districts of KP): 3%
Gilgit-Baltistan: 1%
Azad Kashmir: 2%
Detailed Eligibility Criteria for All Applicants
Candidates must meet specific educational, age, and physical standards to be eligible for these positions.
Educational Requirements:
Naik General Duty (Male): Minimum of Matriculation. Candidates with higher qualifications will be given preference.
Lady Ranger / Sipahi (Female): Minimum of Middle pass (8th grade). Preference will be given to candidates with qualifications in Nursing/BSN, Radiography Technician, Dialysis Technician, or Laboratory Technician.
Age Limit:
The age limit for all applicants is 18 to 30 years (as of October 31, 2025).
Physical Standards:
Naik General Duty (Male):
Height: Minimum 5 feet 6 inches (preference for taller candidates).
Chest: 33 inches with 1 ½ inch expansion.
Weight: Minimum 121 pounds (as per rules).
Lady Ranger / Sipahi (Female):
Height: Minimum 5 feet 4 inches.
Weight: Minimum 121 pounds (as per rules).
Your Step-by-Step Guide to the Application and Selection Process
The application process is divided into separate procedures for male and female candidates.
For Naik General Duty (Male) Applicants:
Online Registration: Candidates must register online through the official Pakistan Rangers (Punjab) website: https://pakistanrangers.punjab.gov.pk.
Registration Period: Online registration will be open from September 14, 2025, to September 20, 2025.
For Lady Ranger / Sipahi (Female) Applicants:
Manual Application: Female candidates must submit their applications by post. The application should include two photographs, the candidate’s and father’s CNIC copies, complete home address, and phone number.
Submission Deadline: Applications must be sent by October 07, 2025, to October 10, 2025.
Submission Address: Pakistan Rangers Academy, Mandi Bahauddin.
The Selection Process: A Comprehensive Evaluation
The selection process will be rigorous and will include the following stages:
Initial Registration and Document Submission.
Physical Fitness Test.
Written Examination.
Psychological Assessment and Interview.
Final Selection.
Detailed Medical Examination: This will include tests for Hepatitis B & C, HIV, and a pregnancy test for female candidates.
Call-up for Training.
Important Instructions for All Candidates
Required Documents: All candidates must bring their original educational certificates, CNIC, domicile, and four recent passport-size photographs.
Government Employees: Candidates already in government service must provide a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from their department.
Medical Fitness: Candidates will undergo a thorough medical examination, including various blood tests.
No TA/DA: No travel or daily allowance will be provided for attending the tests or interviews.
This is a chance to serve the nation with pride and honor. All interested and eligible individuals are encouraged to apply following the specified procedures and deadlines.
