The Pakistan Navy is inviting applications for the position of Pathologist (Virologist) under the Short Service Commission 2027-A. This opportunity is open to both male and female Pakistani citizens between the ages of 21 and 40 years as of July 1, 2027. Candidates must hold an MBBS degree recognized by the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PM&DC) along with a higher post-qualification such as FCPS (Pakistan) or an equivalent foreign qualification in the relevant specialty. The selected candidates will undergo training and upon successful completion will be commissioned at the rank of Surgeon Lieutenant Commander. The recruitment process includes an entrance test conducted at various Pakistan Navy Recruitment & Selection Centres across the country.

Key Responsibilities
As a Pathologist (Virologist) in the Pakistan Navy, the officer will be responsible for diagnosing and managing viral infections through laboratory analysis and clinical evaluation. The role demands expertise in virology to support medical operations and contribute to the health services within the Navy. The officer will be expected to apply specialized knowledge in pathology to assist in disease control, research, and treatment planning. Maintaining accurate medical records and collaborating with other medical personnel to ensure optimal patient care are also essential duties.

Required Qualifications
- MBBS degree recognized by PM&DC
- FCPS (Pakistan) or an equivalent foreign qualification recognized by PM&DC in Pathology (Virology)
- Minimum height requirement: 5 feet 4 inches for males and 5 feet 0 inches for females
- Age limit: 21 to 40 years as of July 1, 2027
- Pakistani citizenship (male or female)

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
Candidates with at least two years of post-qualification experience in the relevant specialty will be preferred. Successful candidates will be commissioned as Surgeon Lieutenant Commanders following completion of the prescribed training program. This position offers the opportunity to serve in a prestigious defense organization with access to professional development and career advancement within the Pakistan Navy’s medical corps.

Applications must be submitted online through the official Pakistan Navy recruitment portal by selecting the Short Service Commission 2027-A and the Pathologist (Virologist) category. Entrance tests will be held at designated centres including Abbottabad, Faisalabad, Gwadar, Karachi, Lahore, Multan, Peshawar, Quetta, Rawalpindi, Nawabshah, Sialkot, Sukkur, Swat, Hyderabad, Kharian, Gilgit, Muzaffarabad (AJ&K), and Rahim Yar Khan. Candidates must ensure that their original CNIC number matches the number on the registration slip, as discrepancies will result in disqualification from the entrance test.

This role offers a unique chance to contribute to national defense healthcare services while advancing a career in medical pathology with a focus on virology.

Job Details

Total Positions:
1 Post
Job Shift:
First Shift (Day)
Job Type:
Job Location:
Gender:
No Preference
Age:
18 - 65 Years
Degree Title:
MBBS, FCPS
Career Level:
Mid-Level
Maximum Experience:
5 Years
Apply Before:
Nov 09, 2026
Posting Date:
Nov 03, 2026

Pakistan Navy

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