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Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026 Notification Out - Apply Online For 379 Posts
| Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
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| Application Mode | Online |
| Job Location | Pan India |
| Last Updated | 20 May 2026 |
| Official Website | https://afcat.edcil.co.in |
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Vacancies
19 June 2026 (2330 hrs)
Last Date
Online
Apply Mode
Pan India
Location
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 will be accepted from 20 May 2026 (1100 hrs) to 19 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 must ensure that they fulfill all eligibility conditions before applying.
Important Dates
| Application Start Date | 20 May 2026 (1100 hrs) |
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| Last Date to Apply | 19 June 2026 (2330 hrs) |
| Admit Card Date | From 04 August 2026 (1100 hrs) onwards (tentative) |
| Event / Date | Date |
| Afcat Online Examination Date | 08 August 2026 (Saturday) |
Application Fee
SC
No AFCAT examination fee.
A non‑refundable examination fee is applicable for AFCAT entry; there is no fee for NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry.
Qualification / Eligibility
| Education Qualification | Must have passed with Mathematics and Physics at 10+2 level and one of the following: - Graduation (minimum 3‑year degree) in any discipline from a recognised University; or - BE/B.Tech (4‑year degree) from a recognised University; or - Section A & B examination of AMIE (India) or Aeronautical Society of India. |
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| Matched Qualifications | ITI, B_Tech_BE, B_Ed, CA |
| Details | Candidates must ensure that they satisfy all eligibility conditions of nationality, age, marital status, educational qualification and medical standards as on the prescribed dates. Their admission at all stages is purely provisional and will be cancelled if any ineligibility is detected at any stage. |
Selection Process
1Exam Subject Duration No. of Questions Maximum Marks
2AFCAT General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning & Military Aptitude
3The selection process comprises an online AFCAT exam
4followed by Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) testing
Exam Pattern
| Details | The AFCAT paper is of graduation‑level standard (except Numerical Ability, which is matriculation level) and tests a mix of aptitude and knowledge. | English: Comprehension, error detection, sentence completion, synonyms/antonyms, cloze test, idioms & phrases, analogy, sentence rearrangement, one‑word substitution, homonyms. General Awareness: History, Geography, Sports, National & International Organisations, Art & Culture, Personalities, Environment & Ecology, Polity, Economy, Basic Science, Science & Technology, Current Affairs, Defence. Numerical Ability: Fractions, Time & Work, Average, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion, Interest, Time & Distance, Area & Perimeter, Probability, Number System, Mixture & Allegation, Squares/Cubes, HCF & LCM, Mensuration, Heights & Distances, Statistics. Reasoning & Military Aptitude: Verbal and Non‑Verbal Reasoning. | An online practice test is available on the IAF AFCAT website. |
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How to Apply
- 1Applications must be submitted online only through the AFCAT website; no other mode is accepted. Aadhaar Card is mandatory for online registration, and candidates should use valid email ID and mobile number, which must remain active throughout the selection process.
- 2Step‑by‑Step Process (AFCAT Entry):
- 3Visit the official AFCAT website https://afcat.edcil.co.in and read the advertisement and instructions carefully.
- 4Click on the sign‑up/registration link and enter full name, mobile number and email ID, then verify via OTP on email and mobile.
Important Instructions
- Candidates must ensure eligibility for the branch(es) they apply for; incorrect information at any stage leads to cancellation of candidature. Use of unfair means or possession of prohibited items (mobile phones, smart watches, electronic devices, study material etc.) inside the exam hall will result in cancellation and debarment from future AFCATs. No request for change of exam centre/date/slot will be entertained; centres may be changed by IAF based on administrative reasons. Serving airmen must apply online like other candidates and also follow service procedures as per AFO 11/2015. Use/possession of narcotics is strictly banned; candidates may be tested for drugs during medicals and training, and those found positive are liable for termination. Permanent tattoos are permitted only on the inner forearms and back of hands (with conditions); non‑permissible tattoos or those with offensive/extremist content lead to rejection. Training is rigorous; candidates should maintain good physical fitness (running, push‑ups, rope climbing, swimming etc.) before reporting to Air Force Academy.