Technical Cadet Course (TCC) 36 Details
Candidates must ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and have all the required documents ready when they apply for the TCC. The registration process typically involves submitting these documents at the time of registration or on the day of the test at Army Selection and Recruitment Centres.
Eligibility Criteria | Details |
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Age | 17-21 years as of September 1, 2024 |
Age Relaxation | Up to 3 months |
Marital Status | Unmarried |
Gender | Male |
Physical Standards | Minimum Height: 5’4″ (162.5 cm), Weight: As per Body Mass Index |
Registration Period | December 18, 2023, to February 2, 2024 (Online Only) |
Preliminary Tests | March 20, 2024, to April 26, 2024 (Excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and closed holidays) |
Eligibility Criteria
Education Requirements
- Matric/Senior Cambridge/GCE “O Level” with minimum 60% Marks
- FSc (Pre-Engineering) with Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry/Computer Studies/Computer Sciences with minimum 65% marks or ‘O’ level passed in five subjects and ‘A’ level passed in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry/Computer Studies/Computer Sciences in Grade A-C
Nationality
- Citizens of Pakistan and domicile holders of Azad Kashmir/Gilgit-Baltistan
- Dual nationality holders must surrender other nationalities upon final selection
Physical & Medical Requirements
The physical requirements for joining the Technical Cadet Course (TCC) in the Pakistan Army are as follows:
- Minimum Height: 5 feet 4 inches (162.5 cm)
- Weight: As per the Body Mass Index (BMI)
Additionally, candidates must qualify for the following physical tests:
- 1.6 Km Run: Must be completed in 8 minutes
- Push Ups: 15 repetitions in 2 minutes
- Sit Ups: 20 repetitions in 2 minutes
- Chin Ups: 3 repetitions in 2 minutes
- Ditch Crossing: 7 feet 4 inches long and 4 feet deep
Candidates will also undergo an initial medical test at Army Selection and Recruitment Centres (AS&RCs)
Pak Army TCC Online Apply
- Visit the official site of the Pakistan Army for online registration (www.joinpakarmy.gov.pk).
- Fill out the required information in the online application form.
- Submit the form and note down the date and time of your preliminary test as given by the system.
Syllabus and Pattern
The syllabus for the initial tests of the TCC includes:
- Intelligence Tests
- English (Grammar, Tenses, Parts of Speech, etc.)
- Physics (Matric + FSc level)
- Mathematics (Matric/O-Level, FSc/A-Level)
- Chemistry/Computer Studies/Computer Sciences (Basic Terminologies, Definitions, etc.)
Selection Procedure
The selection process for the Technical Cadet Course (TCC) in the Pakistan Army involves several tests, each designed to assess different aspects of a candidate’s suitability for the program. Here are the different tests that are part of the TCC selection process:
- Written Tests: These tests cover subjects such as physics, English, mathematics, chemistry, and computer science (for ICS students). The written examination consists of multiple-choice questions (MCQs).
- Intelligence Tests: These tests assess a candidate’s verbal and non-verbal reasoning abilities. Candidates declared successful in these tests will undergo academic tests.
- Physical Tests: Candidates must qualify the following physical tests: 1.6 Km Run in 8 minutes, 15 repetitions of Push Ups in 2 minutes, 20 repetitions of Sit Ups in 2 minutes, 3 repetitions of Chin Ups in 2 minutes, and Ditch Crossing which is 7 feet 4 inches long and 4 feet deep.
- Preliminary Medical Tests: Candidates will undergo an initial medical test at Army
- Selection and Recruitment Centres (AS&RCs).
- Inter-Services Selection Board (ISSB) Tests: Candidates who pass the initial tests are called for ISSB tests. These tests include psychological evaluations, group tasks, and an interview.
Ineligible
- Rejection by ISSB/GHQ/NHQ/AHQ Selection Boards as per specified criteria
- Withdrawal, discharge, resignation, or purchase of commission from any Armed Forces training institution
- Dismissal from government service, including Armed Forces
- Conviction by a court of law for a heinous offense
- Permanent unfitness as declared by the Appeal Medical Board
- Medical unfitness due to Hepatitis B & C
- Testing within four months gap of previous ISSB appearance without a waiver
Academic Training
Upon successful admission based on intermediate qualifications, students receive further academic training in different engineering fields, such as Civil Engineering, Electrical (Telecommunication) Engineering, and Computer Software Engineering. The TCC includes the following disciplines and corresponding institutions:
- B.E Software Engineering at the Military College of Signals
- B.E Electrical Engineering at the College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
- B.E Mechanical Engineering at the College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
- B.E Electrical Engineering (Telecom) at the Military College of Signals
- B.E Computer Engineering at the College of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
- B.E Civil Engineering at the Military College of Engineering
- B.E Aeronautical Engineering at the College of Aeronautical Engineering4
All these institutions are campuses of the National University of Science and Technology, Islamabad (NUST).
Rank
After completing the required training, students are commissioned as Army engineers in relevant fields. They start their careers in the Pakistan Army as officers, typically at the rank of captain, after completing their engineering degree and military training.
Final Selection
Each stage of the selection process must be successfully completed before a candidate can proceed to the next. The final selection of candidates is made by the General Headquarters (GHQ) based on their cumulative academic and test performance.
Bond
Cadets joining the Technical Cadet Course (TCC) are required to sign a surety bond to serve the Pakistan Army for a minimum of 13 years. The bond is to be executed on an E-Stamp paper worth Rs. 100/-, which must be duly countersigned by a Magistrate, Notary Public, or Oath Commissioner.
The specific amount of the surety bond, if there is an amount beyond the cost of the stamp paper, is not explicitly mentioned in the provided search results. However, it is common for such bonds to include terms that may require reimbursement of training costs if the bond’s conditions are not fulfilled. For detailed information on the bond amount, one would typically refer to the official documentation or contact the relevant military recruitment office.