Total Strength
50,000+
Wings
2
Pay Scale Range
BPS 5-21
Established
1959

Pakistan Rangers Hierarchy & Ranks

Senior Leadership

Commissioned Officers

Junior Commissioned Officers & Enlisted Ranks

Career Progression Path

1

Entry as Sepoy

Join as Sepoy/Ranger through direct recruitment with Matric qualification and physical fitness test.

2

NCO Ranks

Progress through Lance Naik, Havaldar ranks with training and experience.

3

Junior Commissioned Officer

Advance to Naib Subedar, Subedar, and Subedar Major through merit and service.

4

Commissioned Officer

Achieve commissioned ranks from Major to Director General through exceptional performance.

Benefits & Facilities

  • Comprehensive medical facilities for personnel and families
  • Housing quarters or accommodation allowance
  • Pension and gratuity benefits after retirement
  • Free rations and uniform
  • Educational allowances for children
  • Regular training and skill development programs
  • Annual leaves and special allowances
  • Martyrdom and disability compensation packages
  • Job security as federal paramilitary force
  • Opportunities for specialized training courses

Pakistan Rangers Wings

Punjab Rangers

Headquarters: Lahore

Responsible for border security along Pakistan-India border in Punjab, anti-smuggling operations, and law enforcement support in Punjab province.

Sindh Rangers

Headquarters: Karachi

Handles border security along Pakistan-India border in Sindh, coastal security, anti-terrorism operations, and maintains law and order in Karachi.

Primary Roles & Responsibilities

Border Security

Pakistan Rangers are primarily responsible for securing the Pakistan-India border, preventing illegal border crossings, and maintaining territorial integrity along designated sectors.

Anti-Smuggling Operations

Combat smuggling of contraband, narcotics, weapons, and illegal goods across borders and within operational areas. Work closely with customs and other law enforcement agencies.

Law Enforcement Support

Provide support to civil administration and police in maintaining law and order, especially in urban areas. Sindh Rangers play a crucial role in Karachi's security operations.

Counter-Terrorism

Participate in counter-terrorism operations, intelligence gathering, and neutralizing terrorist threats in collaboration with other security agencies.

Internal Security

Assist in VIP security, protection of vital installations, and maintaining peace during sensitive situations or public events.

Disaster Management

Provide relief and rescue services during natural disasters, floods, earthquakes, and other emergency situations alongside civil authorities.

Training & Development

Rangers Training Centers

New recruits undergo rigorous training at Rangers Training Centers where they receive:

  • Basic military training and discipline
  • Physical fitness and endurance training
  • Weapons handling and marksmanship
  • Border security and patrolling techniques
  • Counter-terrorism and combat tactics
  • First aid and emergency response
  • Law enforcement procedures
  • Communication and intelligence gathering

Specialized Training

Advanced courses are available for personnel in:

  • Counter-terrorism and special operations
  • Explosive detection and disposal
  • Sniper and precision shooting
  • Intelligence and surveillance
  • VIP protection
  • Instructor and leadership development