Understanding the Rank of Jemadar in the Pakistan and Bangladesh Armies

Jemadar (Urdu: جمادر‬, pronounced [dʒeˈmaːdar]) is a rank in the Pakistan Army and the Bangladesh Army. It is equivalent to the rank of warrant officer class 2 in the British Army or the rank of sergeant first class in the United States Army.

In the Pakistani and Bangladeshi armies, jemadars are non-commissioned officers (NCOs) who have been promoted from the rank of lance naik or equivalent. They are responsible for leading a section or platoon of soldiers and are tasked with training, discipline, and administration within their unit. Jemadars also serve as advisors to their commanding officers and play an important role in maintaining morale and cohesion within their units.

The rank of jemadar was introduced during the British colonial era, when it was used to refer to native officers who were appointed to lead Indian troops in the British Army. After Pakistan and Bangladesh gained independence, the rank was adopted by their respective armies and has since become an important part of their military traditions.