How to Be an ISI Agent

Many procedures must be followed to be part of Pakistan's ISI.

The Directorate for Inter-Services Intelligence is Pakistan's main intelligence agency. It is the equivalent of the American CIA and is known by the acronym ISI. ISI agents are held to certain standards. There are currently about 10,000 ISI members and agents, all with different focuses and specializations.

Instructions

1. Verify that you are a Pakistani citizen with your birth records. Only Pakistani citizens may join the ISI.

2. Train for the physical demands of an ISI agent. Members of the military will have an advantage over civilians. Anyone can join the ISI, but you will have to work hard. Training involves building physical endurance, body strength and being familiar with combat.

3. Apply to the Inter-Services Intelligence School. This is necessary for anyone wishing to be an ISI agent, regardless of whether they are a civilian or member of the military. While they are in the program, students should think about which branch of the ISI they would like to focus on. If they work hard enough, applicants may receive a temporary position as an ISI officer.

4. Choose a division to enter. The exact organization of the ISI is unknown, but there are believed to be between six and eight divisions. These divisions are focused on different specialities such as political intelligence, intelligence of telecommunications, political intelligence, infiltration and propaganda.

5. Work toward becoming a permanent ISI agent. You will need to wait while your application is finalized and you are moved from temporary to permanent status. Continue improving your skills and demonstrate any accomplishments you have made that will prove you deserve the opportunity to be an ISI agent.

References

• Federation for American Scientists: Directorate for Inter-Services Intelligence
• South Asia Analysis Group: Pakistan's Inter-Service Intelligence