Why are MOD past papers harder to find than FPSC or PPSC past papers?

MOD's recruitment drives are less frequent and less standardized than FPSC's or the provincial commissions', and some drives have used different testing arrangements. That has left a much smaller publicly circulated body of past material.

Are the sample questions on this page real MOD exam questions?

No. They are original practice questions written to match the general style and subject range reported for MOD's screening test. They are clearly distinguished from genuine past exam content, because verified real MOD past papers are not available to share.

How should I prepare for MOD's test without past papers?

Focus on subject-wise MCQ practice, use general federal-recruitment past papers for pacing and style, and pay close attention to any sample paper or instructions issued with your specific admission notice.

Does MOD's screening test use negative marking?

This depends on the specific advertisement. Negative marking has been reported for at least one recent large-scale MOD test, but it is not confirmed for every recruitment drive. Confirm it from your specific test instructions.

Can I use FPSC past papers to prepare for a MOD test?

Yes, to a useful extent. General knowledge, current affairs, and English overlap across most federal recruitment tests, so FPSC past papers are a reasonable substitute for pacing and style practice.

Will this page be updated with real MOD past papers later?

Yes. As genuine, verified past papers from completed MOD recruitment cycles become available, they will be organized here by post and year, similar to other commission-specific past paper collections.

Where can I find MOD's official job advertisements?

Check MOD's official website directly, and the PakLearners jobs page for currently tracked openings across MOD and other federal and provincial bodies.

Are sample questions from third-party websites reliable for MOD preparation?

Reliability varies. Genuine MOD past material is scarce, and some circulating content is not verified. Use it cautiously and prioritize subject-wise fundamentals over unverified past-paper claims.

What subjects should I prioritize if I don't have access to real past papers?

General Knowledge, Current Affairs, Pakistan Studies, and English are commonly tested across federal general recruitment posts, including MOD's. For technical posts, prioritize your degree-level subject knowledge alongside these general areas.

How many questions are typically in a MOD screening test?

This varies by advertisement and post. MOD does not publish one fixed format across every recruitment drive. Refer to your specific admission notice or advertisement for exact paper details.

Does MOD provide a sample paper before the actual test?

This is not confirmed to happen for every drive. Some candidates may receive test instructions or a sample format with their admission notice, but that is not guaranteed. Check your specific notice.

Is there a difference in past paper availability between MOD's technical and general posts?

Yes, generally. Technical post papers in engineering, IT, and medicine are even less commonly circulated than general administrative papers, because those tests are more specialized and advertised less often.

Can I contribute a genuine MOD past paper to this collection?

If you have a verified MOD past paper from a completed recruitment cycle, that is the kind of material that would help future candidates. Reach out through the PakLearners contact page.

Is it worth attempting these sample questions under timed conditions?

Yes. Even without a full-length genuine past paper, practicing under a reasonable time limit builds pacing habits. That matters more if your test uses negative marking, where speed and selectivity both count.

Should I prepare differently for MOD compared to FPSC given the lack of past papers?

The core subject preparation is largely similar, but for MOD you should rely more on subject-wise MCQ practice and general federal-recruitment material. Past-paper pattern-spotting is less reliable here than it is for FPSC.

Are current affairs important for MOD's test?

Likely yes, based on how general federal recruitment tests are typically structured, though this is not confirmed with MOD-specific certainty. Reasonable current affairs preparation alongside other general subjects is a sensible approach.

What if my post isn't covered by the general pattern described on this page?

Follow your specific advertisement and any instructions issued directly by MOD for your post. The pattern described here comes from publicly reported past drives, not a guaranteed universal format.

Where can I verify whether a past paper I found online is genuine?

There is no centralized official MOD past-paper archive to check against, which is why unverified material is not presented here as genuine. Treat any unofficial past paper as an unconfirmed practice resource rather than guaranteed authentic content.

All Past Papers

Ministry of Defence · Sample practice, not real past papers

MOD Past Papers – Preparation Guide & Sample Practice Questions

Q: Is the test format the same for every MOD post?

No. General administrative and clerical posts typically follow an objective MCQ format, while technical and specialist posts in engineering, IT, and medicine include subject-specific content. Format can also vary between recruitment drives.

Verified MOD past papers are not widely available. This page explains how to prepare with what is genuinely available, and includes 10 original sample questions written in the style of MOD's general screening test — not claimed as real exam questions.

Solved past papers for the Ministry of Defence are much harder to find than for FPSC, PPSC, or KPPSC. MOD's recruitment drives happen less regularly, and there is no well-established public bank of past papers the way there is for more frequent exam bodies.

This page does not present unverified or recycled material as genuine past papers. It describes what general screening tests have looked like in publicly reported drives, how to prepare when past material is thin, and sample questions labeled as practice.

For eligibility, process, and syllabus, see the MOD Exam Guide. For subject-wise practice, see MOD MCQs.

Why MOD Past Papers Are Harder to Find

Recruitment frequency. MOD does not run a regular annual exam calendar the way CSS or many provincial general recruitment cycles do. Advertisements appear as vacancies arise, sometimes with long gaps between large drives.

Scope variation. One advertisement might cover a handful of specialized technical posts, and the next a large multi-department, multi-pay-scale drive. Format and content vary more between cycles than with a standardized commission exam.

Testing body variation. Some drives have used a designated or approved testing organization. That can mean less centralized, less publicly archived paper material than a single commission running its own exams.

Preparation is still possible. It needs more subject-wise practice and general federal-recruitment material than an FPSC plan built mostly on past papers.

What MOD's Screening Test Has Generally Looked Like

Publicly reported recent drives have used an objective, MCQ-based screening test for general posts, with negative marking (a fraction of a mark deducted per wrong answer) reported in at least one large advertisement. Technical and specialist posts in engineering, IT, and medicine likely add subject-specific content, consistent with other federal technical tests.

That is a general pattern, not a guarantee for every advertisement. Follow the instructions and any sample or admission notice issued for your own test.

How to Prepare Without Extensive Past Papers

1.Use general federal-recruitment past papers as a substitute for style and pacing. FPSC past papers share a lot of general knowledge, current affairs, and English with what MOD's general screening tests appear to cover.
2.Prioritize subject-wise MCQ practice over searching for repeated MOD questions. MOD MCQs are the better use of time while MOD's exact question bank is not well documented.
3.Practice under negative-marking conditions. At least one recent large-scale MOD test used a penalty for wrong answers. That changes how selectively you should answer versus guess.
4.Watch for a sample paper or test instructions with your admission notice. When MOD issues those, they are a more reliable source of format than general past-paper practice.
5.Add post-specific technical content for engineering, IT, or medical roles. General practice alone will not cover that component.

Sample Practice Questions (MOD Test Style)

These are original practice questions written to match the general style, subject range, and difficulty reported for MOD's screening test. They are not real, previously used MOD exam questions. Use them for pacing and format, not as a prediction of your paper. Click a question to reveal the answer.

AMinistry of Interior
BMinistry of Defence
CMinistry of Foreign Affairs
DMinistry of Information

ASection Officer
BAssistant Commissioner
CDeputy Commissioner
DDivisional Superintendent

AA Bachelor's degree from a recognized institution
BOnly a Matric certificate
CA postgraduate diploma in defense studies
DNo formal qualification requirement

AGuess randomly every time
BLeave it unanswered if you have no reasonable basis for an answer
CAlways choose option A
DSkip the entire section

AA fully subjective, essay-based paper
BAn objective, MCQ-based paper
CA purely oral interview with no written component
DA group discussion format

ACNIC and educational certificates
BPassport only
CForeign visa
DBank statement only

AOnly general knowledge
BSubject-specific engineering content alongside general sections
COnly current affairs
DNo preparation is needed beyond the interview

AImmediate appointment with no further steps
BAn interview stage
CA second unrelated exam in a different subject
DAutomatic disqualification pending review

AInternational organizations and their roles
BPersonal horoscopes
CRegional folklore only
DFictional literature

AAny third-party website that appears in a search engine
BMOD's official website and the specific advertisement
CWord of mouth from other candidates only
DUnofficial social media pages claiming to represent MOD

A Note on These Sample Questions

These 10 questions build familiarity with MOD's general test structure, including some questions about the recruitment process itself. For broader subject practice — general knowledge, Pakistan Studies, English, basic math, and more — use the MOD MCQs collection.

As Genuine Past Papers Become Available

Verified, solved MOD past papers will be added here as they become available from confirmed recruitment cycles, organized by post and year, in the same way as FPSC past papers. A genuine paper from a completed cycle is the kind of material that would strengthen this collection. You can share it through the contact page.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Treating unverified past papers found online as guaranteed accurate. Some circulating MOD material may not be reliable.
Skipping subject-wise practice while searching for past papers. Because genuine papers are scarce, MCQ practice deserves more of your time.
Assuming one post's test matches another's. A technical post's paper can differ sharply from a general administrative paper, and drives differ from each other.
Ignoring application details — portal, documents, and deadlines — while focusing only on subject content. Conflicting information about MOD's process circulates widely online.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not yet. Verified, genuine MOD past papers are not widely available publicly. This page includes original practice questions written in MOD's general test style, clearly labeled as such, and will be updated with genuine past papers as they become available.

Genuine MOD past papers are limited. The sample questions on this page are original practice material written to reflect MOD's general test style — not real past exam content. Always verify your test format, syllabus, and instructions from MOD's official advertisement and any admission notice issued to you.