Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026 Notification Out
Indian Air Force (IAF)Delhi
Indian Air Force has released the latest AFCAT 02/2026 notification for recruitment of Men and Women as Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non‑Technical) branches for courses commencing in July 2027. Online applications Extended from 20 May 2026 (1100 hrs) to 21 June 2026 (2330 hrs) through the official AFCAT website https://afcat.edcil.co.in, and the online AFCAT exam will be conducted on 08 August 2026 (Saturday). Interested and eligible candidates
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Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026 Notification Out – Overview
| Selection Procedure | Exam Subject Duration No. of Questions Maximum Marks,AFCAT General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning & Military Aptitude Test. 2 Hours (120 Minutes) 100 300,The selection process comprises an online AFCAT exam,followed by Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) testing,medical examination and final merit list.,Stage 1 - AFCAT Online Examination,Each correct answer carries 3 marks,each wrong answer attracts a penalty of 1 mark,and no marks are awarded for unattempted questions. The paper is in English only,and normalisation of marks is applied when multiple shifts are conducted.,Stage 2 - Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Testing,Stage‑I: Officer Intelligence Rating Test and Picture Perception & Discussion Test on Day 1; this is a screening stage. Stage‑II: Psychological tests,Group Tests and Personal Interview over the next days for Stage‑I qualified candidates. CPSS: Computerised Pilot Selection System for Flying Branch candidates (once‑in‑a‑lifetime test; CPSS/PABT failures are ineligible for Flying Branch).,Stage 3 - Medical Examination & Final Merit,Candidates recommended by AFSB and found medically fit by the appropriate medical board are considered for training strictly in order of merit and branch‑wise vacancies. The final merit list is based on combined marks of AFCAT (where applicable) and AFSB. |
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| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://indianairforce.nic.in/ |
Important Links
| Download AFCAT 02/2026 Official Notification PDF | Click Here ↗ |
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| Official Website | Click Here ↗ |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is AFCAT 02/2026 and which posts are notified?
AFCAT 02/2026 is the Indian Air Force Common Admission Test for recruitment of Commissioned Officers in Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical & Non‑Technical) branches, including NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry for courses commencing in July 2027.
Q: What are the AFCAT 02/2026 application dates?
For AFCAT 02/2026, online registration opens on 20 May 2026 (11:00 hrs) and closes on 19 June 2026 (23:30 hrs), and applications must be submitted only through the official AFCAT website.
Q: What is the age limit for AFCAT 02/2026 Flying Branch?
For the Flying Branch, the age limit is 20 to 24 years as on 01 July 2027, with a relaxable upper age of 26 years for candidates holding a valid Commercial Pilot Licence issued by DGCA (India).
Q: What is the age limit for Ground Duty (Technical and Non‑Technical) in AFCAT 02/2026?
For Ground Duty (Technical and Non‑Technical) branches (including GATE Score Entry), the age limit is 20 to 26 years as on 01 July 2027 for both men and women candidates.
Q: What is the educational qualification required for AFCAT 02/2026 Flying Branch?
For the Flying Branch, candidates must be graduates with minimum prescribed marks and must have studied Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or possess a BE/B.Tech degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
Q: What is the AFCAT 02/2026 exam fee?
For AFCAT entry, candidates must pay a non‑refundable exam fee of Rs. 550/- plus GST, while NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry candidates are exempt from paying any examination fee.
Q: What is the pay scale of an AFCAT 02/2026 Flying Officer after commissioning?
On successful completion of training, an IAF Flying Officer receives a pay scale of Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500 (Level 10 as per 7th CPC) plus Military Service Pay (MSP) of Rs. 15,500 per month, along with applicable allowances.
Q: Is AFCAT 02/2026 open for both men and women candidates?
Yes, unmarried male and female Indian citizens can apply for Short Service Commission in Flying Branch and Ground Duty branches, and for Permanent Commission wherever notified, subject to eligibility conditions.
Q: What is the selection process for AFCAT 02/2026?
The AFCAT 02/2026 selection process includes an online AFCAT written exam (for AFCAT entry), followed by AFSB interview (Psychological tests, Group Tests and Personal Interview), and a medical examination, after which a final merit list is prepared.
Q: How can I apply online for Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026?
Eligible candidates must apply online only through the official AFCAT portal afcat.cdac.in , using a valid email ID and mobile number, and carefully filling personal, educational and branch preference details before the last date