AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026

Important Dates

• Starting Date: 20/05/2026

• Last Date: 19/06/2026

• Short Notice Out : 12/05/2026
• Full Notification Release : 20/05/2026
• Exam Date : 08/08/2026
• Admit Card : Available Soon

Application Fee

• AFCAT Entry : 550/- for All Candidates
• NCC Special Entry : 0/-
• Payment Mode: Online mode via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI (PhonePe, Paytm, Google Pay, BHIM, Razorpay).

Age Limit

• Minimum Age: 20 Years

• Maximum Age: 26 Years

• As On: 01/07/2027.
• Age Calculator: Click Here
• Age relaxation will be applicable as per Indian Air Force (Bhartiya Vayu Sena) Rules.

Selection Process

• Written Examination
• Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview
• Medical Examination
• Document Verification
• Final Merit List

Eligibility Criteria

• Flying Branch : 12th Passed with Physics & Maths and Bachelor Degree with 60% Marks.
• Ground Duty Technical : Engineering Degree in Related Trade with Physics & Maths in 12th.
• Ground Duty Non Technical : Bachelor Degree / Commerce / PG Degree as per post requirement.
• Meteorology Entry : B.Sc with Physics & Maths.
• GATE Entry : B.E / B.Tech with Valid GATE Score.
• NCC Special Entry : NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ Certificate Required.
• Indian Air Force (Bhartiya Vayu Sena)  Rules Are Valid For Eligibility Criteria.

AFCAT 02/2026 2026 Vacancy Details (Total Posts: 379+ Posts)

• 10% seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC and 10% seats out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC.

Exam Pattern

• Mode of Exam : Online CBT
• Total Questions : 100 Questions
• Total Marks : 300 Marks
• Exam Duration : 02 Hours
• Negative Marking : 1 Mark Deduction
• Subjects : General Awareness, English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning & Military Aptitude
• EKT Test for Technical Branch Candidates

Physical Standards

• Candidates must be physically and medically fit as per Indian Air Force standards.
• Minimum acceptable height for Flying Branch generally 162.5 cm.
• Vision standards and medical fitness mandatory.
• Tattoo policy and body standards as per official notification.
• Detailed physical and medical standards available in official notification.

Qualification Details

Entry Type

Branch

Qualification

AFCAT Entry

Flying

• 12th Passed with Physics and Maths (50% Marks),
• Bachelor Degree (60% Marks).

Ground Duty Technical

• Aeronautical Engineering Electronics : 12th Passed with Physics and Maths (50% Marks), and 4 Years Graduation / Integrated PG Degree in Engineering / Technology.
• Aeronautical Engineering Mechanical : 12th Passed with Physics and Maths (50% Marks), 4 Years Engineering / Technology Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering or Equivalent Degree.

Ground Duty Non Technical Qualification

Weapon Systems (WS) Branch

• 12th Passed with Physics and Maths (50% Marks),
• Bachelor Degree (60% Marks).

Administration and Logistics

• Bachelor Degree (60% Marks),

Accounts

• Bachelor in Commerce (60% Marks)

Education

• PG Degree in Any Stream (50% Marks).

NCC Special Entry

Flying

• NCC Air Wing Senior Division ’C’ Certificate and Other Details as per Flying Branch Eligibility.

Meteorology Entry

Meteorology

• B.Sc with Physics and Maths (60% Marks),

GATE Score Entry

GD Technical

• B.E / B.Tech in Related Engg. Field, GATE Exam Passed.

Application Process

How to Apply Online

1. Carefully Read the Indian Air Force (Bhartiya Vayu Sena) official notification (Advt. No. AFCAT 02/2026).

2. Visit the official application portal or Apply via SarkariCyber.com for step-by-step guidance.

3. Keep scanned copies of required documents ready:

   • Photograph, Signature, ID Proof, Certificates

4. Fill all details correctly and preview the form before final Submission.

5. Submit the Form and Take a Printout for future Reference.

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• AFCAT 02/2026 Online Form 2026 Apply Link and Complete Application Process
• Official Notification PDF, Eligibility Criteria & Important Instructions
• Application Start Date, Last Date, Correction Date & Exam Schedule
• Admit Card Release Date, Exam City Details & Download Link
• AFCAT 02/2026 Exam Date 2026 and Shift / Reporting Time Information
• AFCAT 02/2026 Answer Key 2026, Response Sheet & Objection Process Details
• AFCAT 02/2026 Result 2026, Score Card, Merit List & Cut Off Marks
• Category Wise Vacancy Details & Reservation Information
• AFCAT 02/2026 Exam Syllabus 2026, Updated Exam Pattern & Preparation Tips
• Selection Process, Physical Test / Skill Test / Interview Details (If Applicable)
• Document Verification Process & Required Documents List
• Joining Process, Final Merit Updates & Latest Career Opportunities

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