The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the official notification for AFCAT 01/2026 (Air Force Common Admission Test) to recruit candidates for Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) branches. Through this recruitment, selected candidates will join the Indian Air Force as Group-A Gazetted Officers. Interested candidates with a graduate or engineering degree can apply online before the deadline.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | 09 November 2025 |
| Online Application Start | 17 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 December 2025 |
| Admit Card Release | January 2026 (3rd Week) |
| AFCAT 01/2026 Exam Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Result Declaration | March 2026 (Tentative) |
Candidates should complete their application before the last date – 14 December 2025 to avoid missing this opportunity.
Application Fee
- AFCAT Entry: ₹550 + GST
- NCC Special Entry: No Fee
- Payment Method: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or Online Payment Gateway.
Post Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Age Limit | Minimum Education Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flying Branch | Included in 340 Posts | 20 – 24 Years | Graduation with 60% marks + 10+2 with Physics & Maths |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | Included in 340 Posts | 20 – 26 Years | Engineering Degree with 60% marks |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | Included in 340 Posts | 20 – 26 Years | Graduation with 60% marks |
Note: Age limits are calculated as per the official notification and may vary slightly depending on the branch.
Category / Branch Wise Vacancy (Approx.)
| Branch | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Flying Branch | Included in total |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | Included in total |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | Included in total |
| Total | 340 Posts |
These vacancies include both Permanent Commission (PC) and Short Service Commission (SSC) positions for male and female candidates.
Syllabus & Exam Pattern
AFCAT Written Examination
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 25 | 75 |
| Verbal Ability in English | 25 | 75 |
| Numerical Ability | 18 | 54 |
| Reasoning & Military Aptitude | 32 | 96 |
| Total | 100 | 300 |
- Exam Duration: 2 Hours
- Negative Marking: –1 mark for each wrong answer.
Selection Process
AFCAT Written Examination
AFSB Interview
Medical Examination
Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called for the Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) interview.
Salary / Pay Scale
| Rank | Salary |
|---|---|
| Flying Officer (Starting Rank) | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level-10 Pay Matrix) |
In addition to basic pay, officers receive military service pay, flying allowance, and other benefits.
Important Links
| Download Result | Click Here |
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Download Exam City Details | Check Email / SMS |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Check Short Notice | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| AFCAT Official Website | Click Here |