Military College Jhelum, military school in Sarai Alamgir, Punjab, Pakistan
Military College Jhelum is a state military school in Sarai Alamgir, Punjab, Pakistan, teaching students from grades 8 through 12 with a focus on science, pre-engineering, and medical subjects. The campus sits along the Grand Trunk Road and features dark green buildings, open lawns, sports fields, and parade grounds arranged in a structured layout.
The school was founded in 1922 when the Prince of Wales laid its foundation stone, and it opened to students in 1925, originally serving the sons of soldiers from the First World War. After several name changes, it took its current name in 1956, following Pakistan's independence.
The college is named after important historical leaders such as Mehmood Ghaznavi and Babur, with its seven houses bearing these names. This naming tradition connects cadets to figures from the region's past and creates a shared sense of pride and identity among students.
The campus is an active military institution, so access is strictly controlled and requires prior permission. Anyone wishing to visit should contact the administration in advance and should not attempt to enter the grounds without authorization.
Several graduates of this school have received the Nishan-e-Haider, Pakistan's highest military honor, and around 40 have been awarded the Sword of Honour. That is a notable number of top distinctions for a single school.
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