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48 multiple-choice questions on ISSB Overview and Selection Process from ISSB Preparation, each with the correct answer and, where available, a teacher's explanation. Read through them to revise the chapter, then practise the same questions one by one to test yourself.

26. The bio-data / personal information form is important because:

  1. it decides your chest number
  2. the interview is largely based on it
  3. it is never read
  4. it replaces the medical

Answer: B) the interview is largely based on it

Explanation: Write it honestly and remember what you wrote.

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27. The usual duration of ISSB is about:

  1. 1 month
  2. 1 day
  3. 4–5 days
  4. 2 weeks

Answer: C) 4–5 days

Explanation: Arrival to departure takes 4–5 days.

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28. ISSB selects candidates for commission in:

  1. Army only
  2. Civil services
  3. Army, Navy and Air Force
  4. Police and Army

Answer: C) Army, Navy and Air Force

Explanation: It is an inter-services board.

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29. In daily psychology practice you should:

  1. write your own answer first, then compare with models
  2. skip timing
  3. only read, never write
  4. memorise model answers word-for-word

Answer: A) write your own answer first, then compare with models

Explanation: Memorised responses look artificial.

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30. Which of these is an ISSB centre?

  1. Murree
  2. Malir
  3. Risalpur
  4. Kakul

Answer: B) Malir

Explanation: Boards include Kohat, Gujranwala, Malir and Quetta.

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31. Which item is most important to carry for outdoor tasks?

  1. Formal tie
  2. Good running shoes
  3. Gaming console
  4. Expensive watch

Answer: B) Good running shoes

Explanation: Sports kit and proper shoes are essential.

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32. The commonly reported pass time for the 1.6 km run is about:

  1. 15 minutes
  2. 3 minutes
  3. 20 minutes
  4. 8 minutes (aim for under 7 for full marks)

Answer: D) 8 minutes (aim for under 7 for full marks)

Explanation: Train to finish well under the limit.

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33. Which entry gives an engineering degree after PMA training?

  1. AJAG
  2. Graduate Course
  3. Lady Cadet Course
  4. Technical Cadet Course (TCC)

Answer: D) Technical Cadet Course (TCC)

Explanation: TCC cadets study engineering after basic military training.

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34. Law graduates may join the Army through:

  1. AJAG (Judge Advocate General) entry
  2. PN Cadet
  3. TCC
  4. GD(P)

Answer: A) AJAG (Judge Advocate General) entry

Explanation: AJAG is for law graduates.

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35. Group tasks such as PGT, HGT and command task are conducted by the:

  1. GTO
  2. Mess secretary
  3. Psychologist
  4. Deputy President

Answer: A) GTO

Explanation: GTO = Group Testing Officer.

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36. OLQ stands for:

  1. Overall Leadership Quotient
  2. Officer Like Qualities
  3. Optional Leadership Quiz
  4. Officer Level Qualification

Answer: B) Officer Like Qualities

Explanation: OLQs are the traits assessed at ISSB.

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37. The official PAF recruitment website is:

  1. joinpakarmy.gov.pk
  2. paf.com
  3. joinpaf.gov.pk
  4. airforce.pk/jobs

Answer: C) joinpaf.gov.pk

Explanation: PAF has its own portal.

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38. The PAF entry for pilots is called:

  1. TCC
  2. GD(P)
  3. LCC
  4. AJAG

Answer: B) GD(P)

Explanation: General Duties (Pilot).

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39. Admitting your mistake honestly in front of the group shows:

  1. moral courage
  2. poor intelligence
  3. weakness
  4. lack of stamina

Answer: A) moral courage

Explanation: Moral courage is an officer-like quality.

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40. The headquarters of ISSB is located at:

  1. Risalpur
  2. Kohat
  3. Kakul
  4. Rawalpindi

Answer: B) Kohat

Explanation: ISSB HQ is at Kohat.

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41. Pakistan Military Academy (PMA), where Army cadets train after selection, is located at:

  1. Risalpur
  2. Kakul, Abbottabad
  3. Kohat
  4. Quetta

Answer: B) Kakul, Abbottabad

Explanation: PMA Kakul is in Abbottabad.

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42. Supporting the group's best plan even when your own idea is rejected shows:

  1. lack of initiative
  2. arrogance
  3. stubbornness
  4. cooperation

Answer: D) cooperation

Explanation: Cooperation is a key social quality.

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43. Determination, courage and stamina belong to which OLQ factor?

  1. Dynamic qualities
  2. Social effectiveness
  3. Planning and organising
  4. Social adjustment

Answer: A) Dynamic qualities

Explanation: Factor IV – dynamic.

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44. The fitness component that needs the longest time to build is generally:

  1. running endurance and strength
  2. choosing clothes
  3. reading the call letter
  4. packing the kit

Answer: A) running endurance and strength

Explanation: Start physical training on day 1.

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45. The initial tests usually include intelligence tests and a(n):

  1. typing test
  2. academic test
  3. driving test
  4. swimming test only

Answer: B) academic test

Explanation: Academic MCQs cover English, GK, Islamiat, science and maths.

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46. The best way to fill forms at ISSB is:

  1. neatly, completely and honestly
  2. exaggerating achievements
  3. copying a friend's form
  4. leaving most fields empty

Answer: A) neatly, completely and honestly

Explanation: Everything is cross-checked in the interview.

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47. ISSB stands for:

  1. Inter Services Selection Board
  2. Inter State Selection Board
  3. Internal Services Screening Board
  4. Inter Services Security Bureau

Answer: A) Inter Services Selection Board

Explanation: ISSB selects officers for the Army, Navy and Air Force.

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48. MBBS/BDS doctors join the Army through:

  1. PMA Long Course
  2. PN Cadet
  3. Army Medical Corps entry
  4. TCC

Answer: C) Army Medical Corps entry

Explanation: AMC commission is for doctors.

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