ICTO Course Overview
This course is for male Pakistani citizens applying as Information & Communication Technology Officers (ICTOs) in the Army through the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC).
Age Limit: Up to 28 years (as on cutoff date)
Gender: Male only
Education: 16 years education in CS/IT/Software/related fields
Eligibility Criteria
- Male citizens of Pakistan
- Minimum 16 years of education in relevant ICT fields
- Minimum CGPA or percentage as per Army standard
- Must be physically and medically fit
Ineligibility
- Medically unfit candidates
- Dismissed/Removed from any government service
- Involved in criminal activity or convicted by court
- Dual nationality holders (without surrendering foreign)
Registration Process
Registration is open on the official ISSB Training website.
Registration Dates: June 30 – Aug 15, 2025
Preliminary Tests: August – September (exact dates announced online)
Visit: https://issbtraining.com for updates.
Selection Process
- Written / Intelligence Test
- Initial Medical & Physical Test
- Interviews at AS&RCs
- Final Selection by GHQ
Documents Required
- Original and attested copies of educational certificates
- CNIC or B-Form
- Domicile Certificate
- 4x Passport-size Photographs (attested)
Important Notes
Bring all original documents on the day of test/interview.
Late reporting will not be entertained.
No TA/DA will be provided for any test/interview process.