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Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2026 PDF Out – Apply Online for 340 Officer Posts

Short Information : The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the official AFCAT 01/2026 notification for 340 vacancies under the Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical) and NCC Special Entry. The online registration begins on 17 November 2025 and the last date to apply is 19 December 2025.

The AFCAT 01/2026 exam date is 31 January 2026.

Candidates aspiring for officer-level positions in the IAF can check eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, and step-by-step application instructions below.

AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment Overview

AFCAT 01/2026 Vacancy Details

1. AFCAT Entry – Flying Branch

• SSC (Men): 34
• SSC (Women): 04

2. Ground Duty (Technical)

AE (L):

• PC (Men): 03
• PC (Women): 03
• SSC (Men): 100
• SSC (Women): 23

AE (M):

• PC (Men): 09
• PC (Women): 03
• SSC (Men): 38
• SSC (Women): 09

3. Ground Duty (Non-Technical)

Men (SSC)

• WS Branch: 21
• Admin: 48
• Logistics: 09
• Accounts: 08
• Education: 02
• Meteorology: 01

Women (SSC)

• WS Branch: 05
• Admin: 12
• Logistics: 02
• Accounts: 02
• Education: 02
• Meteorology: 02

4. NCC Special Entry – Flying

• 10% seats from AFCAT & CDSE vacancies
• For both PC and SSC

AFCAT 01/2026 Eligibility Criteria

Flying Branch

• Graduation (any discipline) with Maths & Physics at 10+2 level
• OR BE/B.Tech

Ground Duty (Technical)

• BE/B.Tech in relevant engineering disciplines

Ground Duty (Non-Technical)

• Graduation or PG in relevant subjects (Admin, Accounts, Education, Logistics, Meteorology)

Age Limit (as on 01 January 2027)

Flying Branch

• 20 to 24 years
• CPL holders: Up to 26 years

Ground Duty (Tech/Non-Tech)

• 20 to 26 years

AFCAT Salary & Training Stipend

• Flying Officer Pay: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
• Level: 10
• MSP: ₹15,500 per month
• Training Stipend: ₹56,100 per month

Additional allowances: Flying Allowance, Technical Allowance, TA/DA, Risk & Hardship Allowance etc.

Application Fee

• AFCAT Entry: ₹550 + GST
• NCC Special Entry: No fee

Selection Process

1. AFCAT Online Exam

2. AFSB Testing

Stage I:

• OIR Test
• PPDT (Picture Perception & Discussion Test)

Stage II:

• Psychological Test
• Group Tests
• Personal Interview

3. CPSS (for Flying Branch only)

• One-time qualifying test

4. Medical Examination & Final Merit List

How to Apply for AFCAT 01/2026

1.    Visit afcat.edcil.co.in

2.    Register with valid email & mobile number

3.    Fill personal, education & communication details

4.    Upload photo & signature

5.    Pay the AFCAT fee online

6.    Submit the form and take a printout

Multiple applications are not allowed.

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AFCAT 01/2026 FAQ

Q1: What is AFCAT 01/2026?
A: AFCAT 01/2026 is the Air Force Common Admission Test conducted by the Indian Air Force to recruit officers in Flying, Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical), and NCC Special Entry branches.

Q2: How many vacancies are available in AFCAT 01/2026?
A: A total of 340 vacancies are available for various officer posts.

Q3: What is the eligibility criteria for AFCAT 01/2026?
A:

• Flying Branch: Graduation with Physics & Maths at 10+2 or BE/B.Tech.
• Ground Duty Technical: BE/B.Tech in relevant disciplines.
• Ground Duty Non-Technical: Graduation/PG in Administration, Accounts, Education, Logistics, or Meteorology.

Q4: What is the age limit for AFCAT 01/2026?
A:

·        Flying Branch: 20–24 years (up to 26 years for CPL holders)

• Ground Duty Branches: 20–26 years (as of 01 Jan 2027)

Q5: How can I apply for AFCAT 01/2026?
A: Apply online via afcat.edcil.co.in between 17 November 2025 and 14 December 2025.

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