The Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) 01/2026 notification for recruitment of officers in Flying, Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) branches. This prestigious opportunity allows eligible candidates to serve as Group 'A' Gazetted Officers in the Indian Air Force. Applications are accepted online from 17th November to 14th December 2025.
Recruitment Overview at a Glance
|
Feature |
Details |
|
Organization |
Indian Air Force |
|
Exam Name |
AFCAT 01/2026 |
|
Total Vacancies |
340 |
|
Application Mode |
Online |
|
Registration Period |
17th Nov - 14th Dec 2025 |
|
Exam Date |
31st January 2026 |
|
Official Portal |
Vacancy Distribution
|
Entry Type |
Branch |
Number of Posts |
|
AFCAT Entry |
Flying |
38 |
|
AFCAT Entry |
Ground Duty (Technical) |
188 |
|
AFCAT Entry |
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) |
114 |
|
NCC Special Entry |
Flying |
10% of Seats |
|
Total |
340 |
Educational Qualification
Flying Branch:
- Minimum 50% marks each in Mathematics and Physics at 10+2 level
- Graduation in any discipline with minimum 60% marks OR
- BE/B.Tech degree with minimum 60% marks
Ground Duty (Technical) Branch:
- Minimum 50% marks each in Mathematics and Physics at 10+2 level
- BE/B.Tech degree in relevant discipline OR
- Cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Branch:
- Graduation/PG Degree in relevant subjects with minimum 60% marks
Age Limit
|
Branch |
Age Limit |
Date of Birth Range |
|
Flying Branch |
20-24 years |
2nd Jan 2003 - 1st Jan 2007 |
|
Ground Duty Branches |
20-26 years |
2nd Jan 2003 - 1st Jan 2007 |
Application Fees
|
Entry Type |
Application Fee |
|
AFCAT Entry |
₹550 + GST |
|
NCC Special Entry |
No Fee |
Payment Mode: Online (Net Banking, UPI, Debit/Credit Card)
Selection Process
The selection process includes:
- AFCAT Written Examination (31st January 2026)
- Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview
- Medical Examination
- Merit List Preparation
How to Apply Online
Follow these steps to complete your application:
- Visit Official Portal: Go to https://afcat.edcil.co.in
- New Registration: Click on registration and enter basic details
- Verify Contact: Confirm mobile number and email via OTP
- Login: Use generated User ID and Password to access application
- Fill Application:
- Personal details
- Educational qualifications
- Course preferences
- Communication address
- Upload Documents: Scanned copies of:
- Photograph
- Signature
- Thumb impression
- Pay Fee: Complete online payment (if applicable)
- Submit & Download: Finalize application and download confirmation
Important Dates
|
Event |
Date |
|
Online Application Starts |
17th November 2025 |
|
Last Date to Apply |
14th December 2025 |
|
AFCAT Exam Date |
31st January 2026 |
|
Admit Card Availability |
From 22nd January 2026 |
Important Links
|
Link Type |
Direct Link |
|
Apply Online |
|
|
Official Notification |
|
|
Official Website |
Important Notes:
- Applications must be submitted only through the official AFCAT portal
- No changes are allowed after final submission
- Keep all educational certificates and identity proofs ready
- NCC 'C' Certificate holders can apply for NCC Special Entry
- Admit cards will be available for download from 22nd January 2026
Disclaimer: The information provided is a summary. Candidates must read the official AFCAT 01/2026 notification thoroughly for complete details about eligibility, exam pattern, and selection procedure.
This is a golden opportunity to serve the nation as an officer in the Indian Air Force. Best of luck to all aspirants!
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