Indian Air Force
AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment Notification
Short Details of Notification
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Important Dates
| Online Application Start Date | 17 November 2025 (1100 Hrs) |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 December 2025 (2330 Hrs) |
| AFCAT Exam Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Admit Card Download | 22 January 2026 (1100 Hrs onwards) |
| Course Commencement | January 2027 |
Application Fee
| AFCAT Entry | ₹550 + 18% GST |
| NCC Special Entry | No Fee |
| Mode of Payment | Online Only |
| Fee Refund | Non-Refundable |
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2027)
| Flying Branch | 20 to 24 Years |
| Flying Branch (CPL Holders) | Up to 26 Years |
| Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) | 20 to 26 Years |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Age Relaxation | As per Notification |
Vacancy Details
Total Vacancies: As per Notification
| Entry | Branch | Men (SSC) | Women (SSC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT | Flying | 34 | 04 |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | AE (L) | 100 | 23 |
| AE (M) | 38 | 09 | |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | Weapon Systems | 21 | 05 |
| Administration / Logistics / Accounts / Education / Meteorology | 68 | 20 | |
| NCC Special Entry | Flying | 10% Seats (As per Notification) | |
Eligibility Criteria
| Nationality | Indian Citizen |
| Flying Branch | 10+2 with Physics & Maths (50%) + Graduation / BE/B.Tech (60%) |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | Engineering Degree in relevant discipline (As per Notification) |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | Graduate / Post Graduate as per branch requirement |
| Final Year Candidates | Eligible (As per Notification) |
Exam Pattern (AFCAT)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 100 | 300 | 2 Hours |
| Verbal Ability in English | |||
| Numerical Ability | |||
| Reasoning & Military Aptitude | |||
| Correct Answer | +3 Marks | ||
| Wrong Answer | -1 Mark | ||
| Negative Marking | Yes | ||
Selection Process
| Stage 1 | Online AFCAT Examination |
| Stage 2 | AFSB Interview |
| Stage 3 | Medical Examination |
| Final | Merit List |
How to Apply
| Step 1 | Visit AFCAT Official Website |
| Step 2 | Complete Registration with Email & Mobile |
| Step 3 | Fill Application Form Carefully |
| Step 4 | Upload Photo, Signature & Thumb Impression |
| Step 5 | Pay Application Fee (If Applicable) |
| Step 6 | Submit and Print Application Form |
Important Links
| Link | URL |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
| Q1 | What is AFCAT 01/2026? | It is an entry for Flying and Ground Duty branches in Indian Air Force. |
| Q2 | Who can apply? | Indian citizens meeting eligibility conditions. |
| Q3 | Is NCC entry exempted from exam? | Yes, written exam is exempted. |
| Q4 | Is application fee refundable? | No, it is non-refundable. |
| Q5 | When will course start? | January 2027. |
