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Indian Air Force (IAF): Join as Commissioned Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branches. Apply Online for AFCAT 01/2026.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the official notification for the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 01/2026. This recruitment drive invites applications from eligible Indian citizens (Men and Women) to join the elite force as Commissioned Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branches. The course is scheduled to commence in January 2027. Interested candidates can apply online between 17 November 2025 and 19 December 2025.

Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment

AFCAT 01/2026 : Short Details of Notification

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Important Dates Application Fee
  • Application Start : 17/11/2025
  • Last Date to Apply : 19/12/2025
  • Pay Exam Fee Last Date : 19/12/2025
  • Exam Date : 31 January 2026
  • Admit Card Available : Before Exam
  • Course Commencing : January 2027
  • AFCAT Entry (All Categories) : ₹ 550/- + GST
  • NCC Special Entry : ₹ 0/- (Nil)
  • Pay the Examination Fee through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, E Challan.
AFCAT 01/2026 Age Limit (as on 01/01/2027) Vacancy Details
  • Flying Batch : 20-24 Years
  • Ground Duty (Tech/Non-Tech) : 20-26 Years
  • Flying Branch DOB: 02/01/2003 to 01/01/2007
  • Ground Duty DOB: 02/01/2001 to 01/01/2007
  • Age relaxation extra as per IAF AFCAT Recruitment Rules.
 317+ Posts
(Approximate)
Vacancy Details & Eligibility : AFCAT 01/2026
Branch Name Total Post (Tentative) Eligibility Criteria
Flying Branch Men: 34 | Women: 04
  • 10+2 Level with 50% Marks each in Physics and Math.
  • Graduation (3 Years) with 60% Marks OR BE / B.Tech (4 Years) with 60% Marks.
  • OR Cleared Section A & B of AMIE / ASI with 60% Marks.
Ground Duty (Technical)
AE(L) & AE(M)		 AE(L): 129
AE(M): 59
(Includes PC & SSC)
  • Aeronautical Engineering Electronics {AE(L)}: 10+2 with 50% in Physics & Math AND 4 Year Graduation / Integrated PG in Engineering/Technology.
  • Aeronautical Engineering Mechanical {AE(M)}: 10+2 with 50% in Physics & Math AND 4 Year Engineering Degree in Mechanical / Industrial / Aeronautical, etc.
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Weapon Systems: 26
Admin: 60
Logistics: 11
Accounts: 10
Education: 04
Meteorology: 03
  • Weapon Systems: 10+2 (50% Math/Phy) + Graduation (60%) OR BE/B.Tech.
  • Administration & Logistics: Graduation Degree (Min 3 Years) with 60% Marks.
  • Accounts: B.Com Degree with 60% Marks OR BBA/BMS/BBS (Finance) OR CA/CMA/CS/CFA.
  • Education: Post Graduation with 50% Marks & Graduation with 60% Marks.
  • Meteorology: Post Graduation in any Science Stream / Maths / Stats / Geography / CS / Applications / Environmental Science / Applied Physics / Oceanography / Meteorology / Agricultural Meteorology / Ecology & Environment / Geo-physics / Environmental Biology with 50% Marks.
NCC Special Entry 10% of Seats
  • NCC Air Wing Senior Division 'C' certificate.
  • Other eligibility same as Flying Branch.

How to Apply for Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2026 Online Form

  • Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the notification for AFCAT 01/2026 Batch. Candidates can apply between 17/11/2025 and 19/12/2025.
  • Candidate should read the official notification carefully before applying for the recruitment application form in Career Indian Air Force.
  • Kindly check and collect all documents - Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details.
  • Kindly ready scan documents related to recruitment form - Photo, Sign, ID Proof, etc.
  • Before submitting the application form, you must check the preview and all columns carefully.
  • If the candidate is required to pay the application fee, they must pay. If you do not have the required application fee, your form is not completed.
  • Take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference.

 

AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment : Selection Process & Salary

  • Stage 1 : AFCAT Written Examination (Online)
  • Stage 2 : Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview
  • Stage 3 : Medical Examination
  • Salary : Level 10 (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500) + MSP ₹15,500/Month

IMPORTANT LINKS
Apply Online Click Here
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Official Website Click Here
Indian Air Force Flying Officer Recruitment 2025 AFCAT
  

Note: The Indian Air Force offers a career that is not just a job but a way of life, filled with honour, dignity, and exceptional growth prospects. Candidates are advised to prepare well for the online computer-based test (CBT) and the subsequent AFSB interview. Ensure you meet all physical and medical standards before applying. For detailed information regarding the syllabus, model question papers, and other instructions, please visit the official AFCAT website.