AFCAT 1 2026 Notification Out – Check All Vacancy and Eligibility Details Here

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• 2025-11-12

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the AFCAT 01/2026 Notification for the January 2027 course, inviting applications for Commissioned Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) branches. This is a golden opportunity for all defence aspirants dreaming to serve the nation by joining the Indian Air Force through the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT).

The online registration process will begin on 17th November 2025 and continue till 14th December 2025 on the official website – https://afcat.cdac.in.

Before applying, candidates are advised to go through all the important details like eligibility criteria, vacancy distribution, selection process, and key exam dates to ensure a smooth application process.

AFCAT 1 2026 – Overview

Particulars	Details
Organization	Indian Air Force
Exam Name	Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT 01/2026)
Post Name	Commissioned Officers (Flying & Ground Duty Branches)
Course Commencement	January 2027
Application Mode	Online
Official Website	https://afcat.cdac.in

 

Important Dates

Event	Date
Notification Release	9 November 2025
Application Start Date	17 November 2025
Last Date to Apply	14 December 2025
Admit Card Release	3rd Week of January 2026
AFCAT Exam Date	31 January 2026 (10 AM – 12 Noon)
Result Declaration	March 2026 (Tentative)

 

AFCAT 1 2026 Vacancy Details

Below is the branch-wise distribution of vacancies as per the official notification:

Entry Type	Branch	Seats (Male)	Seats (Female)
AFCAT Entry	Flying	SSC	SSC
	Ground Duty (Technical)	AE(L), AE(M)	AE(L), AE(M)
	Ground Duty (Non-Technical)	Admin, LGS, Accts, Edn, Met	Admin, LGS, Accts, Edn, Met
NCC Special Entry	Flying	10% seats from CDSE (PC) & 10% from AFCAT (SSC)	Applicable

 

AFCAT 1 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility varies depending on the branch chosen:

Flying Branch

• Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level OR
• B.E./B.Tech degree from a recognized university.

Ground Duty (Technical Branch)

• Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics): 10+2 with Physics & Mathematics (60%) and a 4-year degree in Engineering/Technology.
• Aeronautical Engineering (Mechanical): 10+2 with Physics & Mathematics (60%) and a 4-year degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Aeronautical Engineering.

Ground Duty (Non-Technical Branch)

• Administration & Logistics: Bachelor’s degree with 60% marks.
• Accounts: B.Com with 60% marks.
• Education: MBA/MCA/MA/M.Sc with 50% marks.

Physical Standards:

• Male: Minimum height – 157.5 cm
• Female: Minimum height – 152 cm

Meteorology Branch

• Master’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.

NCC Special Entry

• NCC Air Wing Senior Division “C” Certificate required along with other flying branch qualifications.

Age Limit

Branch	Age Limit
Flying Branch	20–24 years as on 1 Jan 2027 (Born between 2 Jan 2003 – 1 Jan 2007)
Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical)	20–26 years as on 1 Jan 2027 (Born between 2 Jan 2001 – 1 Jan 2007)

 

Application Fee

Category	Fee
AFCAT Entry	₹550 + GST
NCC Special Entry	No Fee

Payment can be made via debit/credit card, UPI, or net banking.

AFCAT 1 2026 Selection Process

The selection process consists of three main stages:

1. Written Exam (AFCAT Test) – Online exam for all eligible candidates.
2. AFSB Interview – Personality and intelligence assessment for shortlisted candidates.
3. Medical Test – Final stage to check physical fitness and medical standards.

AFCAT Exam Pattern

Section	No. of Questions	Marks	Duration
General Awareness	25	75	2 Hours
Verbal Ability (English)	30	90
Numerical Ability	15	45
Reasoning & Military Aptitude	30	90
Total	100	300	2 Hours

Marking Scheme: +3 for each correct answer, -1 for each wrong answer.

How to Apply for AFCAT 01/2026

1. Visit the official website – https://afcat.cdac.in
2. Click on “AFCAT 01/2026 Apply Online.”
3. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
4. Fill in all required details and upload your documents, photo, and signature.
5. Pay the application fee (if applicable).
6. Submit and take a printout of the application form for reference.

Why Choose AFCAT?

A career through AFCAT is more than just a job – it’s an honour, a responsibility, and a way to serve the nation with pride. Whether you’re flying a fighter jet or commanding operations on the ground, you’re contributing to something far greater – the safety and strength of the country.

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