ISSB Test Dates 2026 Schedule & Time Table
Welcome to the Official ISSB Schedule Portal 2026. The Inter-Services Selection Board (ISSB) has started issuing Call Letters for the first batch of 2026. Candidates who have cleared the Initial Tests for Pak Army (PMA 158), Navy (PN Cadet 2026-A), and Air Force (GDP 161) can now check their status online.
ISSB tests are conducted year-round (except on public holidays) at four specific centers: Kohat, Gujranwala, Malir, and Quetta. The standard duration for each batch is 4 Days.
Check ISSB Call Letter Status
Select your course below to see if your Call Letter has been issued.
Expected ISSB Test Dates 2026 (Active Batches)
Note: Specific dates are assigned individually to each candidate. The following is the Batch Schedule.
| Course Name | Service | Initial Test Month | ISSB Schedule (Expected) |
| PMA Long Course 157 | Army | May – July 2025 | Ending Phase (Jan 2026) |
| PMA Long Course 158 | Army | Oct – Dec 2025 | Feb 2026 – May 2026 |
| LCC 25 (Lady Cadet) | Army | Dec 2025 | March 2026 Onwards |
| PN Cadet 2026-A | Navy | Oct – Nov 2025 | Jan 2026 – April 2026 |
| GDP 161 / CAE 107 | PAF | Aug – Oct 2025 | Jan 2026 – March 2026 |
| CSC / SSC Batches | All | Varies | As per Special Quota |
Important: If your status shows “Shortlisted” but you haven’t received a letter, wait for 15-20 days. Call letters are dispatched in phases based on merit.
How to Check ISSB Schedule Online?
You do not need to wait for the postman. You can check your exact test dates online:
- Visit the Website: Go to the official ISSB website (issb.gov.pk).
- Enter CNIC: Input your CNIC number (without dashes).
- View Status:
“Issued”: Your date is confirmed. Download the PDF form.
“Pending”: You are in the queue. Check back next week.
“Not Recommended”: You did not clear the initial merit criteria.
ISSB Centers (Reporting Locations)
Your call letter will specify one of these four centers. You cannot change your center.
- ISSB Kohat: Located in KPK (Main Center).
- ISSB Gujranwala: Located in Punjab Cantt area.
- ISSB Malir: Located in Karachi, Sindh.
- ISSB Quetta: Located in Balochistan Cantt.
Documents Required for ISSB (Checklist)
Failure to bring these original documents will result in immediate rejection at the gate.
- Original Call Letter: Received via post or printed from the website.
- Original CNIC: Smart Card is preferred. (B-Form + Father’s CNIC for candidates under 18).
- Educational Certificates: Original Matric & Intermediate Sanad/Result Cards.
- Domicile: Original Domicile certificate.
- Photographs: 8 Passport size photos (Blue background).
- Clothing: White Shorts/T-shirts for GTO tasks and Formal dressing for Interviews.
At ISSB Center Schedule (Arrival to Final Interview )
The Inter Services Selection Board (ISSB) conducts a comprehensive five-day examination at various ISSB centers. The selection process includes psychological and aptitude evaluations over these five days, and the schedule is as follows:
ISSB Routine for Candidate (4-5 days)
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Initial Testing (Day 1):
- Intelligence tests
- Personality tests
- Non-verbal tests
- Word association tests
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Psychological Testing (Day 2):
- Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)
- Word Association Test (WAT)
- Sentence Completion Test (SCT)
- Picture Story Test
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Group Tasks (Day 3):
- Group Discussions
- Group Planning
- Group Obstacle Tasks
- Individual Obstacles
- Command Tasks
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Physical Tests (Day 4):
- Physical Fitness Tests
- Medical Tests
- Individual Interview
Typical Daily Schedule:
- 5:30 AM: Wake-up call
- 6:00 AM: Physical Training
- 7:30 AM: Breakfast
- 8:30 AM: Tests begin
- 1:30 PM: Lunch
- 2:30 PM: Afternoon tests
- 6:30 PM: Free time
- 10:30 PM: Lights out
ISSB Timeline Schedule for Females
Female candidates undergo the same 5-day ISSB evaluation as male candidates, but timelines and entry types (e.g., Lady Cadet Course/LCC for Army) may differ slightly. Here’s the general process:
- Application Submission
- When: Depends on the entry (e.g., Army’s LCC opens twice a year – check official ads).
- Where: Apply online via Join Pakistan Army/Navy/Air Force portals.
- Initial Tests
- Written Test/Intelligence Test: Conducted at AS&RCs (Army Selection & Recruitment Centers).
- Preliminary Interview: Basic screening for eligibility.
- ISSB Call-Up
- Timing: Females are usually called 2–4 months after passing initial tests.
- ISSB Centers: Kohat, Gujranwala, Malir (Karachi), or Quetta.
- 5-Day ISSB Evaluation
- Day 1: Documentation, introductory tasks.
- Day 2–4: Psychological tests (WAT, SCT, story writing), group tasks, interviews.
- Day 5: Final interview and departure.
- Medical Exam & Final Merit List
- Medical: Conducted at Combined Military Hospitals (CMHs).
- Final Result: Declared 4–8 weeks after ISSB.
Key Differences for Female Candidates
- Entry Types:
- Army: Lady Cadet Course (LCC), Armed Forces Nursing Service (AFNS).
- Navy/Air Force: Specific female entries (e.g., General Duty Pilot in PAF).
- Physical Standards:
- Slightly relaxed criteria (e.g., running, push-ups) compared to males.
- Training:
- Female cadets train at Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) or equivalent institutions.
Faqs
Q: My friend received the call letter, but I didn’t. Why?
A: ISSB calls are sent in batches based on Merit Order and Center Capacity. A high scorer in the initial test gets the call first. Lower merit candidates are called in later batches.
Q: Can I change my ISSB Test Date?
A: No. Dates are computer-generated and strictly non-changeable except for extreme medical emergencies (proof required).
Q: What if I have COVID-19 or any illness on the test date?
A: Do NOT report to the center. Fax your Medical Certificate to the ISSB center immediately. They may reschedule you for the next batch.
Q: Is the cell phone allowed in ISSB?
A: No. Mobile phones, smartwatches, and electronic gadgets are strictly prohibited and will be confiscated at the reception.
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