ISLAMABAD, October 12, 2026 (Khyber Mail) — Rear Admiral Shifaat Ali Khan has been promoted to the rank of Vice Admiral in the Pakistan Navy, according to an announcement by the Directorate General Public Relations (Navy).
Vice Admiral Shifaat Ali Khan was commissioned into the Pakistan Navy’s Operations Branch in 1993. He is currently serving as Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (Operations) and Director General C4I at Naval Headquarters, Islamabad.
During his career, he has held several key command and staff appointments, including Commanding Officer of PNS Munsif and PNS Shahjahan, Commander 10th Patrol Craft Squadron, Commander Central Punjab, Commandant Pakistan Navy War College and Flag Officer Sea Training.
His staff assignments have included Fleet Operations Officer to Commander Pakistan Fleet, Naval Attaché in China and Deputy Chief of Naval Staff (Welfare and Housing).
He is a recipient of the Hilal-e-Imtiaz (Military) in recognition of his services. His promotion reflects his extensive experience in naval operations, command and strategic responsibilities.