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Join PAF as GD Pilot : Tests Pattern | Syllabus and Practice Test

Welcome to PAF GDP Test Preparation guidelines for syllabus, test pattern and passing marks for Air Force Pilot Jobs. Applicants who applied for the GDP course are required to take a computer-based online test. Three different test types must be taken. The test pattern in its entirety is provided below.

This article provides a comprehensive guide on how to join the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) as a GD Pilot. The PAF GDP Course offers a unique opportunity for young individuals to be selected as pilots for the latest and most advanced aircraft. Enroll in the PAF GD (Pilot) Course for 2026 to pursue a dynamic career in aviation. Successful candidates will undergo rigorous academic and professional training through the PAF selection process, leading to a promising future in the General Duty (Pilot) Branch.

You need to read the entire post to get the full test guide. A practice test is provided online at the end of this essay. Attempt to take every test. In order to pass the PAF GD Pilot Test, a candidate must receive a score of at least 80%.

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Online Registrations Dates

Start Date of Online Registration 22 July 2026
Last Date of Online Registration 03 Aug 2026

Join PAF as GD Pilot | General Duty Pilot new Induction

In the Pakistan Air Force (PAF), there are various branches available to join after completing FSc or a Bachelor’s degree. However, the best option for a permanent commission is the General Duty Pilot (GDP) Course. PAF conducts recruitment for GDP twice a year:

  • 1st intake: March – April
  • 2nd intake: August – September

The upcoming GDP 161 course will be announced from Feb, 2026 , while the 162 GDP course will be announced in July, 2026. To join PAF as a GD Pilot, it’s crucial to keep these dates in mind and apply on time.

  • Girls can apply for the GD Pilot position through Short Service Commission (SSC) and are eligible for the August-September intake only.
  • Boys can apply for a Permanent Commission (PC) as GD Pilots in both intakes, March-April and August-September.
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Selection Process | Join PAF as GD Pilot

  • First of all you will have to Apply online through the PAF website.
  • Two inductions are announced each year:
    • 1st intake: March-April
    • 2nd intake: August-September.
  • You will appear for the initial test at a Pakistan Air Force Selection Center.
  • You will to for an initial medical examination after passing the test.
  • You will complete a physical exam (Medical Tests) at the PAF Selection Center.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be called for initial interviews.
  • After clearing the above tests, you will be given ISSB forms to attend ISSB (Inter Services Selection Board) as the second last final and most important step.
  • After passing ISSB, you will have to pass CMB from PAF Base Lahore including the Flying Aptitude Test.
  • Undergo a final medical examination at a nearby CMH (Combined Military Hospital).
  • Final medical certificate will be submitted in the selection center for final merit list and then you will report to PAF Academy Risalpur.

GD Pilot and GD Pilot (Navigator) Course Eligibility Criteria in PAF

If you aspire to become a General Duty Pilot or GD Pilot (Navigator), it’s important to understand the eligibility criteria set by the PAF. We are giving you the detail about the eligibility criteria for aspiring General Duty Pilots in the Pakistan Air Force.

To qualify for the position of a General Duty Pilot in the PAF or GD Pilot (Navigator), candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:

  • Nationality: Only Pakistani citizens are eligible to apply for the General Duty Pilot position.
  • Gender: Both male and female candidates can apply. (There is Permanent commission for Males and Short Service Commission for Females.)
  • Age: Candidates must be between 16 and 22 years of age. However, for candidates with exceptional qualifications or experience, the upper age limit may be relaxed up to 24 years.
  • Vision: 6/6 in Each Eye (Without Glasses)
  • Height: For Male (5′ 4″) and For Female (5′ 4″)
  • Marital Status: Only unmarried candidates are eligible to apply for the General Duty Pilot position.

Educational Qualification for Join PAF as GD Pilot

A candidate must have achieved a minimum of 65% marks in aggregate in one of the following:

  • Pre-Engineering/Pre-Medical/Computer Science
  • A-Levels with Physics and Mathematics or Biology
  • With Physics and any two other subjects such as Maths, Statistics, Computer Science, and Biology

Students who have completed pre-medical, ICS, or computer science are eligible to apply for this post, provided they have scored at least 60%.

Induction occurs twice a year:

  • First intake: February-March for GD Pilot
  • Next advertisement: June-July, exclusively for men

Permanent commissions are available only for male applicants, while female applicants can apply through short service commissions.

After passing the test, candidates will undergo 2 years of cadet training and 2 years of pilot officer training at PAF Risalpur. Upon completing the training, a 4-year degree in Air Management (BS Aviation Sciences and Management) will be awarded by AIR University Islamabad.

To apply for the 160th GDP Batch, you must meet this criteria to join PAF as a GD Pilot. In addition to the above criteria of GD Pilot, candidates must meet specific physical and medical standards to ensure they are fit to undertake the demanding tasks of a General Duty Pilot. These standards include visual acuity, height, weight, and overall physical fitness. The PAF conducts thorough medical examinations to assess the candidates’ physical and mental health.

Training period for general Duty Pilot is 3 – 4 years at PAF Academy, Risalpur. After completion of training, PAF officers are given with degree of Aviation Science & Management from Air University Islamabad.

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Ineligibility Conditions For PAF GDP Course

If you are interested in joining the Pakistan Air Force (PAF) as a GD Pilot, it’s essential to be aware of the ineligibility conditions for this intake. A candidate will be ineligible for the PAF GD Pilot course under the following circumstances:

  • The candidate has been twice rejected by the Inter-Services Selection Board (ISSB).
  • The candidate has been twice screened out by ISSB.
  • The candidate has been dismissed, removed, or debarred from any government service.
  • The candidate has been tested within 120 days (four months) of their previous appearance at ISSB.
  • The candidate has been dismissed, removed, or debarred from the Armed Forces, including the Pakistan Army, Navy, or PAF.
  • The candidate has been convicted in a court of law for any serious offense (determined by competent military authority).
  • The candidate has been declared permanently unfit by the Appeal Medical Board (AMB).
  • The candidate has been withdrawn from any bonded Armed Forces college or institution on disciplinary grounds.
  • The candidate has withdrawn, been discharged, resigned, or purchased a commission from any Armed Forces officers academy or training institution on any grounds.

Note: Vision must be 6/6 in each eye without glasses. Candidates with eyesight other than 6/6 (without glasses) will be declared unfit during the initial medical examination at PAF Information & Selection Centers.

Documents Required to Apply as GD Pilot

The required documents to join PAF as a GD Pilot are:

  • Original documents of Matric/ICS/FSc or equivalent, along with the matric mark sheet.
  • Computerized National Identity Card (CNIC) for candidates aged 18 years and above.
  • Computerized B-form with Guardian’s CNIC (Father or Mother) for candidates under 18 years of age.
  • One set of all attested photocopies of the above-mentioned documents.
  • Five passport-size colored photos, attested (front and back) by the Principal or a Class-1 Gazetted Officer.
  • For repeat candidates, the original and one photocopy of the ISSB “not recommended” letter are required.

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Candidates are advised to visit the official Pakistan Air Force website for the most up-to-date and accurate information regarding the eligibility criteria for the GD Pilot position. The PAF may revise the eligibility criteria periodically, and it is important to stay informed about any changes.

It is worth mentioning that the competition for the GD Pilot position is intense, given the high demand and limited vacancies. Therefore, aspiring candidates should strive to meet and exceed the minimum eligibility criteria to enhance their chances of being selected.

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Test Pattern of GD Pilot Tests

GD Pilot stands for General Duty Pilot in Pakistan Air Force. The GD Pilot Test pattern is comparable to other PAF Test patterns. The GD(P) test syllabus is the only thing that differs. Vision requirements for pilots is 6/6.

Here is the pattern of PAF General Duty Pilot (GDP) Test.

  1. Intelligence Tests
  2. Academic Test
  3. Interview

A candidate has to attempt the above mentioned test portions step by step as per the following details which are the general fighter pilot requirements;

Detail of PAF Initial Test Pattern of GD Pilot

Type of TestTotal MCQsTotal Time Passing %age
Intelligence Test10040 MinAbove 70%
English Test5020 MinAbove 70%
Physics Test2520 MinAbove 70%

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PAF Initial Test For GD pilot is based on the given above pattern. A candidate must have to pass all three stages of the test. If he fails at any stage then he will not be able to attempt further tests.

If the student fails to pass the intelligence test then he/she can not proceed further. Candidates proceed on to the next test on passing first one otherwise there is no chance to start again and the Commuter screen shows a message as;

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Note:- It is necessary for GDP Initial Test that a candidate must have basic knowledge of computer use.

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PAF GD Pilot Initial Test Questions

Students are to mark their answers at computer as per given ID through online registration slip. General questions are multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Each Question has 3-5 options in which candidate is to choose the right one. They can skip questions to attempt later or can mark to solve at the later.

At a time, only one question appears on a computer screen and they have to tick at the right option. After choosing the right option click on the “Next Button” as given below on the computer screen. Students can choose the sequence of solving questions at their own wish, rather from 1 to 100 or 100 to 1.

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Note:- Most of the students faces failure in intelligence test which remain almost 70%-80% and the remaining 5%-10% fail in English Test or Physics Tests. Then in pre-medical inspection, some students face failure and very rare students pass the initial Interview of GD Pilot tests. Practice makes the man perfect.

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Remember:- See the following sequence of the PAF initial tests, which leads to the 100% success. Try to get more than 95% results in online practice tests here.

Given Tests involve the following sequence as;

Easy >> Intermediate >> Difficult >> Very Difficult

Experts of Shaheen Forces Academy always advise to attempt step by step all tests in sequence so that you may become familiar to all tests and techniques. ( Test1 – Test2 – Test3 —–and so on )

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1. Verbal Intelligence Test

In this test, a candidate has to be given with statements and different answers to solve the questions which has maximum passing percentage of 60%. A minimum of 50% passing marks is required to start the next session of the Non-Verbal Intelligence Test.

In this article, we have included some tests for all candidates to learn about verbal intelligence tests, then do online practice.

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If the distance between two electric poles is one kilometer , how many poles  will be installed on 100 km?

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If DCF means BAD then ECV means:-

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3 10 18 27____:-

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Tight is to Loose as Open is to _______?

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3 4 10 11 17 18___:-

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If the price of 9 bananas  is 63  rupees ,what is the price of 11 bananas?

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Honey is to Bee as Milk is to ……………….

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If cricket match starts at 10.00 A.M. in England, at what time can we hear its commentary on radio?

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Name the pair of the following  group which consist of the same digits  in different order :

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A  student got 70% marks out of 1050. how  many marks did he obtain?

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Cell is to Prison, as Cage is to …………….?

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Pointing towards a person, a man said to a woman, “His mother is the only daughter of your father.” How is the woman related to that person? 

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Insert the missing number in the series   17,    19,    ?,    20,    15

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If two masons can build a wall in 10 weeks. How many wall can ten masons build in two weeks?

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Which one is different from the rest:-

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Find the odd one out 

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If the speed of an aircraft  is 300 km per hour , how much time it take to cover  a distance  of  30  km?

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Which word does not belong to the list?

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Which one is odd one out?

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Confess is to delay as release is to ____:-

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Insert the missing number   D,    H,    L,    P,    T,    ?

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Statue is to Shape as Song is to…………..

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Complete the relationship in the following :

CFE  is to GJI as SVU is to ______?

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Handsome is to Beautiful  as He is to…………………

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Find the odd one out from the following:

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2. Non-Verbal Intelligence Test for GDP

Non verbal Intelligence Tests contain 75 questions in which candidates are given 40 minutes by including 25 questions of verbal intelligence tests. If a candidate is well known in Non-Verbal intelligence tests then he/ she can easily pass the intelligence tests and may proceed to the next test.

Here, we include some sample questions of past papers of GD (P) which helps to understand the techniques of Non verbal intelligence tests.

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3. PAF English Tests in Academic Part of Fighter Pilot

In English paper of GD Pilot tests, mostly questions are asked about English Grammar, part of speech, prepositions, direct and indirect, passive voice, fill in the blanks, use of who, which, till, until etc.

In academic tests of English paper, total questions may be from 50 to 75 depends on the new pattern. Students are being given time accordingly. In which, students have to pass the tests by attaining more than 60% marks for final selection.

Note: Students are advised by the expert to see the grammar portion in depth and with best vocabulary.

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Choose the accurate meaning of the word (Detect):-

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When is the school____:-

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'Prior' means:-

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Choose the accurate antonym of the word (Key):-

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CHOOSE THE CORRECT FORM OF VERB FOR THE FOLLOWING:-

We have ____ the songs.

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Choose the accurate meaning of the underlined word :-

An inner voice somewhere within me spoke.

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Choose the correct preposition for the following:-

The person who is looking for sympathy talks.

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Choose the word with accurate spelling:-

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Choose the correct preposition:-

My brother is just ___ me.

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Fill the blank with suitable word:-

Now she feels the folly of _____ him.

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CHOOSE THE CORRECT FORM OF VERB FOR THE FOLLOWING:-

The goat does not ____ meat.

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Choose the accurate antonym of the word (Myth):-

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Choose the accurate antonym of the word (Noble):-

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Fit words are better------------fine ones.

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They will ___ all night:-

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Fill the blank with suitable word:-

The moth is active _____ the night.

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Choose the word with correct spelling:-

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Choose the correct preposition for following:-

I saw a man on the roadside ______ looked like my uncle.

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Choose the word with correct spelling:-

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Choose the accurate antonym of the word (Bucolic):-

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Army' is a ____ noun:-

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Choose the word with correct spelling:-

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The story of the king is being____:-

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Choose the word with correct spelling:-

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Choose the correct meaning of the word ( Notorious):-

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4. PAF Physics Tests in Academic Part of GD Pilot

In physics paper, students must prepare syllabus of matric to intermediate, including all definitions of basics tests, physical units, dimensions, values, formula and short numerical.

If a candidate prepare all questions mentioned below and then do practice at https://www.pakshaheens.com/quizes/ , then test of physics can easily be passed.

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Arm is _______ kind of lever.

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The direction of induced emf in a circuit is in accordance with the conservation of:-

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Which one of the following is vector quantity:-

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Amount of matter in substance is measured in SI unit by:-

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The waves in which particles of the medium move parallel to motion of wave are called:-

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RF stands for ……………..

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The scalar product of two vectors 5N and 2N is 5N. Angle between them is?

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If the object is at rest then the distance-time graph is____?

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Which one of the following is the smallest quantity?

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When a monoatomic ideal gas undergoes an isothermal change, there is no change in____:-

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The formula for the density is:-

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The maximum distance of wave from equilibrium position is called:-

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If p = 60 and Q = 20 then from law of magnification_____:-

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In SI system, length,  Mass, Time, Electric current, Temperature, Light, and unit of quantity are called____:--

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In equilibrium at SHM acceleration becomes:-

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First law of thermodynamics when applied on adiabatic process becomes:-

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The formula of momentum is:-

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The force on the wire is at right angles to both the direction on the magnetic field and the direction of the current. This is discovered by?

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Vf²- Vi² = _____:-

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A body is in equilibrium when its:-

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The time taken by a simple harmonic oscillator to move from mean to half of extreme is:-

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Evaporation is a __________ process.

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Unit of capacitance of capacitor is ______?

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If an object is passing through median with speed 2.55 x 10 ⁸ m/s then its reflecting index is ________?

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In Pakistan, the frequency of alternating current (AC) is ____?

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Physics Tests Quiz (Inter Level)

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Transverse waves consist of ____.

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The diver spins faster when moment of inertia becomes:-

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The equation for Michelson's interferometer is:-

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A person wearing a spectacle of power +2D. He is suffering from:-

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From velocity time graph,  the average acceleration of an object can be determined by finding:-

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A succession of events which bring the system back to the initial condition is called:-

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If vector A is acting along y-axis its component along x-axis will be:-

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When compression of one wave meet refraction of other wave, the resultant displacement:-

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Phase of SHM describes:-

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Motion of simple pendulum is an example of:-

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The work done will be negative, if the force and displacement are________ to each other:-

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For high magnification, we used:-

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An unpowered and un-guided missile is called:-

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Bernoulli's theorem is applies to:-

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The dark fringes are termed as:-

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At any instant P.E is given b the expression:-

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The angular momentum of a body about a fixed point is conserved if its velocity:-

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The solid angle subtended at the centre of sphere by an area of its surface equal to the square of radius of the sphere is called:-

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The direction of the streamlined is same as that of:-

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Mirage is the phenomenon due to:-

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When a body moves in straight line then its displacement coincide with:-

 

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Two cars c1 and c2 are moving on parallel road in the same direction with velocity V. The relative velocity of C1 w.r.t. C2 is:-

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In many engines rotational k.E is put to practical use by:-

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Which of the following is the largest when the height attained  by the projectile is the greatest:-

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The velocity of a body at a certain instant of time is called:-

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5. PAF Maths Tests in Academic Part of GD Pilot

These tests are for those who have done F.Sc with Pre-Engineering. Remember, females who have done F.Sc with pre-Medical , they are exempted from the test of Mathematics.

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If a = b and b = a then it is called _________.

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Factorization of a4-b4 is____.

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A triangle with two acute angles and one obtuse angle is called _______ triangle

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The solution set of x²-5x is____.

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log mn = ___

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Simple logarithm has a base ___.

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The value of  2√42 / √8  is ____?

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log 5 + log 8 – log 3 = ……………..?

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Real part of 2ab(ι +ι²) is ___.

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(x+3)²=x+6x+9 is a/an ____.

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If u∝v² then :

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An angle that measures greater than 90 degrees is called _______ angle.

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Multiplication inverse of A can written as___.

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An expression exsiting two or more than two terms is called a ________ expression.

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A function of the form of f(x)=N(x)/D(x) with D(x) ≠0.

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1+tan²θ=___.

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√27=____?

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If A∩B = ɸ then___?

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|x + 3| = 4 then x = ?

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secθcotθ=___.

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Factors of 5x²-7x+12 are_____.

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The solution set of √x - 4 = 0 is ………………?

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√3/2 x 2 – x + 7 is a polynomial with coefficients as ___________ numbers.

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Mid point of the points (-2,2) and (2,-2) is:

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2/5x2 -5x +7 is a polynomial on ____.

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 Perpendicular distance of point P (6,-1) from line 3x+4y+1=0 equals:

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(-0.4)³=_____.

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Distance between the points (2,3) and (3,2) is:

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The solution set of x²=6 is ____.

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If A ,B ,C  are three matrices and AB=C then___.

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A die is rolled , the probability of getting 3 or 5 is:

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A line which cut circle at one point is called____.

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If a=-2, b=-6 then A.M between a and b is :

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In equilateral triangle, opposite angles are ____.

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If the distance of the point (5,x) from x-axis is 3 ,then x=

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The middle point of 2, 3, 4, 4, 5, 7, 9 is___.

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The region represented by the inequalities
x ≥ 6, y ≥ 2, 2x + y ≤ 0, x ≥ 0, y ≥ 0 is

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22/7 is ___.

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Sin²θ + Cos²θ = ____.

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 The multiplicative inverse of a matrix exist only if it is:

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The solution set of x+y+6 and x=y is___.

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The period of 3 cos x/5 is:

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Simplify (x³ + y³)/(x + y)

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Log 5+log8-log3=___.

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A° is equal to____.

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Roots of the equation 2x²+3x+1=0 are :

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The equation in which variable occurs in exponent , called:

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The sum of coefficients in the binomial expansion when n=4 is:

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Drawing conclusions from premises believed to be true is called :

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Cotθ Secθ =____.

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Benefits of PAF GD Pilot Course

There are numerous benefits to joining the PAF as a GD Pilot. Some of these advantages include:

  • Elite Profession: In Pakistan, becoming a GD Pilot in the Pakistan Air Force is considered one of the most prestigious and elite professions, allowing you to serve your country at the highest level.
  • Superior Training: PAF GD Pilots receive top-tier training, including flight instruction on advanced aircraft and access to state-of-the-art aviation facilities.
  • Job Security: Once selected and trained, GD Pilots in the PAF enjoy high employment security and long-term career prospects.
  • Housing and Accommodation: The PAF often provides housing or accommodation facilities for its personnel, including furnished apartments or on-base housing.
  • Pension Benefits: After completing their service, GD Pilots are entitled to retirement benefits, including pension plans, ensuring their financial security in the future.

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Only unmarried candidates are eligible to apply for the General Duty Pilot position in the Pakistan Air Force. Applicants must have completed their Intermediate education (FSc Pre-Engineering, Pre-Medical, or Computer Science), A-Levels with Physics, Mathematics, and Biology, or an equivalent qualification, with at least 60% marks.

GD Pilot stands for General Duty Pilot in the Pakistan Air Force. Applicants who meet the requirements for general service training, flying, and academics are commissioned as Pilot Officers in the GD (P) Branch of the PAF.

The training period for a PAF General Duty Pilot lasts 3-4 years. The first year is spent at the PAF Academy Asghar Khan in Risalpur, where cadets acquire basic flying skills. In the second year, cadets continue their training at the PAF Air Force Academy in Karachi, where they advance their flying skills.

In Pakistan, Air Force Pilots command a highly competitive salary, averaging an annual income of PKR 35 to 40 Lac. This substantial compensation reflects the specialized skills and critical role they play in national defense. The salary range for Air Force Pilots in Pakistan typically falls between PKR one to three lac per month, further emphasizing the lucrative nature of this profession.

Yes, basic role of GD pilot is to become a fighter pilot. But, Your training will encompass a wide range of aircraft, including fighter jets, bombers, and transport planes. You’ll learn the intricacies of each aircraft type, honing your skills in aerial combat, precision bombing, and strategic transportation. This comprehensive training will equip you with the expertise and confidence to excel in the demanding role of a PAF pilot.

As part of the selection process for the Pakistan Air Force Intelligence and Special Communications (PAF I&SC), a physical fitness test will be conducted. Candidates must successfully pass this test to proceed further in the recruitment process.

The physical test requirements include:

  • 15 Push-ups
  • 20 Reach-ups
  • 3 Chin-ups

Passing this physical test is mandatory for all candidates. It’s essential to prepare and train accordingly to ensure your eligibility for the next stages of the recruitment process.

If you want to become a pilot of civil airlines then you must get training from Civil Aviation School and after getting license one can fly civil aircraft.

Salary of civil pilot starts from four lac to onward depends upon their medical fitness and flying hours, professional courses and training. Mostly, retired pilots of Pakistan Air Force get this better opportunity.

Pakistan Air Force announces vacancies for male and female every year to become a fighter pilot through general newspapers and online media. It has certain procedure in which intelligence tests and academic test must be passed. After training in PAF academy Risalpur, junior pilot complete their basic flying hours and then get transfer of any flying squadron.

Basic role of Air Force pilot to defend the country from the outer attacks. They remain alert and vigilant to keep an eye on the the movement of enemy in airfield.

Air Force spends a lot of money to prepare her pilot with all resources through skilled and trained instructors at PAF Academy Risalpur, who train fully to the pilot regarding all best techniques.

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