Military College Jhelum is one of
the oldest academic institutions administered under the patronage of the
Pakistan Army. Founded on the 3rd of March 1922 by the Prince of Wales and
named King George Royal Indian Military School, it started functioning in September
1925. Later in 1943, it was upgraded to the status of college and assigned the
onerous mission of training potential officers for the British Indian Army.
With the creation of Pakistan in 1947, the college assumed its distinctive role
as the only feeder institution for Pakistan Military Academy. To date, the
institution continues to successfully discharge its onerous responsibility of
preparing youth for subsequently taking up future leadership roles in the
Pakistan Army.
MCJ follows a rigorous academic
and military training program. The college provides education from 8th to 12th
grade, focusing on both academic excellence and character development. The
curriculum includes subjects such as mathematics, science, languages, social
sciences and physical education. In addition to academics, MCJ places great
emphasis on military training and discipline. Cadets undergo various drills,
physical fitness activities and leadership training programs. The college
campus is equipped with modern facilities, including classrooms, laboratories,
libraries and sports grounds. The cadets live in a structured and disciplined
environment, fostering camaraderie and sense of responsibility.
The College has crossed many
important landmarks of its history. It celebrated its Silver Jubilee on
November 27, 1950; its Golden Jubilee in November 1975; its Diamond Jubilee in
November 1986, its Platinum Jubilee on September 15, 1999, and the Centenary of
its Foundation Stone Laying on 3 March 2022. The College has served the nation
with a spirit of commitment. Its alumni have contributed to the national cause
with unwavering devotion. The College Roll of Honour radiates with the names of
martyrs, heroes, and senior officers in all echelons of civil and military
establishments.
The College has served the nation
with a spirit of unwavering commitment, its alumni contributing to the national
cause with a steady devotion. Alma mater to many a great soul, the College Roll
of Honour is resplendent with the names of myriad martyrs, heroes and leaders
of men in all walks of life, particularly the armed forces. Alamgirians have
offered their homage to the Nation with 46 lives. Through the college portals
have walked 1 Nishan-i-Haider (Maj Muhammad Akram Shaheed, NH), 47
Sitara-i-Jurrat, 3 Tamgha-i-Jurrat, 15 ImtiaziSanad, 4 Victoria Cross and 42
Swords of Honour. The distinguished Alamgirian alumni have made the college
proud with more than 100 General Officers including Ex-Chairman Joint Chief of
Staff Committee Gen (R) Muhammad Iqbal Khan (late), Ex-Air Chief Marshal (R)
Zulfiqar Ali Khan, Ex-Chief of Naval Staff Admiral (R) Abdul Aziz Mirza, Ex-
Chief of Naval Staff Admiral (R) Mehmood Ali Dogar, Ex-Vice Chief of Army Staff
Gen (R) Muhammad Yousaf Khan, Ex- Chief of Army Staff, Gen (R) Ashfaq Parvez
Kiyani, NI (M) and more than 300 Brigadiers.
Apart from numerous high ranking
military officials, alumni of Military College Jhelum are upholding the name of
the college in various civil institutions as well. A few civil dignitaries
include, Maj (R) Qamar Zaman Choudhary Ex-Chairman NAB, Waheed Ahmad Chief
Engineer SNGPL, Dr. Asif Hussain Professor at NUST, Ghulam Mushtaq DG CDA,
Khalid Mehmood Choudhary GM PTCL, Muhammad Nisar Hayat Acting High Commissioner
of Pakistan in Maldives, Omer Riaz Regional Director Benazir Income Support
Program, Usman Haider Dogar Vice President UN Mission, Farid Nawaz Ex IG
Police, Sultan Hanif DIG Rawalpindi, Fakhar Sultan Regional Police Officer
Rawalpindi, Naveed Hassan Director FBR Islamabad and many more.
The faculty of military College
Jhelum is highly qualified and eruditely experienced who provide guidance and
mentorship to the cadets. The institution maintains a strong commitment to the
overall development of its students, preparing them for the challenges of both
academic and military life. Moreover, the Military College Jhelum is a renowned
military institution that provides a comprehensive education and rigorous
military training to young cadets. Through its focus on academic excellence,
character development and discipline, it prepares students for leadership roles
in the military and instills in them a sense of patriotism and service to the
nation.
On the occasion of the completion of 100 Years of operations of Military College Jhelum, a commemorative postage stamp of Rs. 100/-denomination is being issued by Pakistan Post on 03rd March, 2025.
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