Cadet College Hasan Abdal is the first cadet of its kind in Pakistan. This cadet college for boys that has set a trend for other similar schools. For more than sixty years, the students who graduate from here have not only done great things in Pakistan but also in other parts of the world.
The college is on a big piece of land, about 86 acres in total. There’s a tall building for classes, and behind it are six dorms or hostels named Jinnah, Haider, Iqbal, Omar, Liaqat, and Aurangzeb. At the end of the Academic Block, there’s a swimming pool. Next to it is the College mess, where everyone eats. Behind the mess, there’s a cafeteria and bakery. The college has large fields where students play cricket, hockey, football, basketball, and volleyball. Swimming happens in a season, and horse riding is a tradition at CCH, going on almost all year round.
Daily Activities at Cadet College Hasan Abdal
Sports
Every day, cadets engage in afternoon games, regular drills, and physical training to keep themselves physically fit and healthy. They can choose to play football, hockey, cricket, basketball, swimming, tennis, squash, horse riding, and more. There’s an exciting Inter-wing athletics competition held in November/December each year.
Dinner Nights
Regular dinner nights are organized for each wing, with one house participating every Thursday. These nights aim to teach cadets good manners in the mess and foster a sense of camaraderie among them.
Sport Fixtures
Cadet College Hasan Abdal, along with sister institutions like MCJ, Lawrence College, APS, PAF College Sargodha, holds annual sports fixtures. These fixtures, usually occurring in the second term (September & October) over a weekend, feature major games like football, hockey, cricket, and basketball.
Social Evenings
Every Thursday, after dinner nights, one house hosts social evenings. Cadets showcase their talents through skits, speeches, songs, etc., enhancing their confidence in public appearances.
Inter-wing Championship
The calendar prioritizes Inter-wing competitions to instill a sense of competition. Events range from academic debates to physically demanding activities like football, cricket, hockey, basketball, cross country, athletics, drill, obstacle courses, and more.
Extra-Curricular Activities
Beyond regular studies and co-curricular activities, cadets participate in various extracurricular activities. These include debates, quizzes, singing competitions, spelling bees, community service programs, educational and excursion visits, fostering a well-rounded development for the cadets.
Cadet College Hasan Abdal Admission Instructions:
Age Requirement
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- Candidates applying for regular admission to GCE ‘O’ Level must be between 12 and 14 years old on April 1st of the entry year.
- No exceptions or relaxations of the age limit are allowed.
Document Requirements
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- Attach an attested copy of Form “B” (NADRA) with the Application Form.
- Candidates must have passed Class VII by March of the entry year.
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Special Consideration for Final Exams
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- Students with final exams scheduled in June of the joining year are eligible for Grade 8 (O-Levels) admission.
- They must submit a “School Leaving Certificate” confirming attendance till the joining date, including the grade/class at departure.
Application Approval
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- After online submission, candidates meeting all requirements will receive approval notifications via email.
- The admission office will generate a roll number slip and inform candidates to print it from the online portal using their credentials.
Entry Test Details
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- Entry tests are usually held in Oct/Nov each year, with dates advertised in national newspapers and on the college website.
- The 3-hour written test covers Mathematics, English+ Islamiat, General Awareness, Urdu + General Science.
- The test booklet provides space for answers; no additional answer sheets are provided.
- Syllabi for the Admission Test are available on the college website for guidance.
- Urdu-Islamiat Paper is compulsory, and alternative subjects are not available. Non-Muslim candidates may skip Islamiat, marking “NON MUSLIM” on the answer sheet, and attempt the Islamiat portion in English.
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- Fees for overseas candidates are charged separately for the Entrance Exam, with details available upon request. The Written Test is held at the following Centers:
(i) Saudi Arabia (Physical) (ii) UAE (Physical) (iii) Islamabad (iv) Rawalpindi (v) Peshawar (vi) Lahore (vii) Faisalabad (viii) Multan (ix) Karachi (x) Quetta (xi) Abbottabad (xi) Online (Other than KSA & UAE) - Eligible candidates will receive their Roll Number Slips through the online Admission Portal.
- A non-refundable Registration Fee of Rs. 7000/- + Rs. 58/- (Bank Charges) must be paid with the Application Form.
- Only online applications are accepted. You can find the Online Application Form on the college’s Online Admission portal at www.ccha.edu.pk. Manual application forms are not available or accepted.
- Fees for overseas candidates are charged separately for the Entrance Exam, with details available upon request. The Written Test is held at the following Centers:
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Entrance Exam Fee for overseas candidates is charged as follows:
| (i) | Saudi Arabia | Rs.60,000/- |
| (ii) | UAE | Rs.60,000/- |
| (iii) | Online | Rs.60,000/- |
Note: Besides this, the overseas candidates will have to submit 100 to 150 SR/DH as the center charges to the school where entrance exam is being conducted.
Admission Process Overview:
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*Admission application will open again from January 1, 2024 to March 10, 2024 for admission in classes of 2024*
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Candidates pass a written Entrance Test based on merit.
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Successful candidates are called for Interviews and Medical Examination at the College.
- Interview may include assessments like Spoken English, IQ & General Knowledge, Psychological evaluation, Physical Fitness, and IT awareness.
- The final selection is based on overall merit from the entry test, interview, and medical examination.
- The Principal’s decision on admission is final and cannot be challenged.
- Admissions are based on an open merit system, with no regional quotas.
- Limited scholarships are available for deserving students.
- Financial aid decisions are based on merit and financial information after a thorough selection process.
- Academic performance-based Merit scholarships are also available at the end of each study year.
Fee Information
- Quarterly fee payments in advance.
- During Summer Vacation, a portion of Hostel Fee and Messing not charged.
- 5% Advance Withholding Tax (Adjustable) under Income Tax Ordinance 2001.
- Fees effective from 1st April, increasing by 10% annually.
- Adjustments may occur during the year based on food and service costs.
- Rs.200/- fine per day for delayed payment.
- Penalties for overdue amounts exceeding one term/quarter fee , suspension from college, striking cadet’s name off roll, withholding documents/testimonials
Cadet College Hasan Abdal Photos
Cadet College Hasan Abdal Contact Details
For Info: 0343-1-224-224
Email: [email protected].
Website: https://cch.edu.pk.