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Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Apply Online

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Indian Air Force has released the notification for AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2025, inviting applications for 340 Commissioned Officer posts in Flying, Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical), and NCC Special Entry branches for courses commencing January 2027.

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Job posting details and requirements
Post Name AFCAT
Organization Indian Air Force
Total Vacancies 340
Pay Scale ₹56,100 - 1,77,500
Minimum Qualification 12th Pass
State/Region All India
Application Start Date
Application Last Date
Official Website https://afcat.cdac.in/AFCAT/

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Indian Air Force 

AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2025 

Short Details of Notification 

SarkariJob.Com 

Important Dates

  • Application Begin : 17/11/2025
  • Last Date for Apply Online: 14/12/2025 upto 11:59 PM
  • Last Date Pay Exam Fee : 14/12/2025
  • Correction Date : To be announced
  • Exam Date : 31/01/2026
  • Admit Card Available : To be announced
  • Result Announced : To be announced

Application Fee

  • AFCAT Entry : ₹550/-
  • NCC Special Entry : ₹0/-
  • Metrology : ₹0/-
  • Pay the Exam Fee Through Online Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking Only.

Age Limit & Selection Process

  • Age Limit: Minimum 20 years and Maximum 24 years for Flying Branch, 20-26 years for Ground Duty (as on 01/01/2027)
  • Selection Process: Written Exam (AFCAT & EKT for Technical), AFSB Testing (Screening, Psychological Tests, Group Tests, Interview), Medical Examination, Final Merit List

Vacancy Details - Total Vacancies - 340

Post NameTotal VacanciesEligibility/Details
Flying Branch 30
  • Passed 10+2 with 50% marks in Maths & Physics and Graduation with 60% marks
  • B.E./B.Tech with 60% marks
  • Age: 20-24 years as on 01/01/2027
Ground Duty (Technical) 130
  • Passed 10+2 with 50% marks in Maths & Physics and B.E./B.Tech with 60% marks in specified disciplines
  • Passed Section A & B exam of AMIE or Aeronautical Society of India
  • Age: 20-26 years as on 01/01/2027
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) 180
  • Graduation with 60% marks or Post Graduation with 50% marks in specified disciplines
  • For Administration & Logistics: Graduation with 60% marks
  • Age: 20-26 years as on 01/01/2027

Physical Eligibility Standards

Male Candidates

Female Candidates

CategoryGeneral/OBCCategoryGeneral/OBC
Height162.5 cmHeight162 cm
WeightProportionate to height and ageWeightProportionate to height and age
Chest (Unexpanded)77 cm--
Chest (Expanded)82 cm--

Physical Efficiency Test Standards

Test TypeStandards
1.6 KM RaceMale: 6 min 30 sec | Female: 8 min
Chin-ups/Pull-upsMale: 6 times (minimum) | Female: Not Applicable

Salary & Pay Scale Details

  • Commissioned Officer: Level 10 - ₹56,100 - 1,77,500/- (7th Pay Commission)
  • Additional Benefits: DA (Currently 50%), HRA (24-27% in Class X cities), Medical, Travel Allowance, Pension, Group Insurance
  • Job Security: Indian Air Force Employee Benefits with Promotion Opportunities
  • Career Growth: Regular promotions based on performance and departmental examinations

Exam Pattern & Competition Analysis

  • Exam Type: Online Computer Based Test
  • Total Questions: 100 Questions for 300 Marks
  • Duration: 2 Hours
  • Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted for each wrong answer
  • Competition Ratio: Approximately 1:100 (High competition)
  • Preparation Time: 3-6 months recommended for comprehensive preparation

Exam Centers

  • Pan India: Various cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata, etc.
  • Center Allocation: Based on candidate's preference and availability
  • Candidates can choose up to 5 centers during application

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