Name of Post: Officers – Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT 01/2026) | Total Posts: 340 | Application Mode: Online
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Officers through AFCAT 01/2026 for Flying, Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical), and NCC Special Entry branches. Eligible candidates can apply online from 17 November 2025 to 14 December 2025 through the official website afcat.edcil.co.in.
Important Dates
- Start Date to Apply Online: 17 November 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 14 December 2025
- AFCAT Exam Date: 31 January 2026
Application Fee
- For AFCAT Entry: Rs. 550/- + GST (Non-refundable)
- For NCC Special Entry: Nil
Age Limit (as on 01-01-2027)
- Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years (born between 02 January 2003 to 01 January 2007)
- Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical): 20 to 26 years (born between 02 January 2001 to 01 January 2007)
- Upper age limit for Commercial Pilot License holders: 26 years
Eligibility
- Flying Branch: Graduation with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or BE/B.Tech degree.
- Ground Duty (Technical): BE/B.Tech in relevant engineering disciplines.
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical): Graduation or Post Graduation in relevant fields like Administration, Accounts, Logistics, or Education.
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Pay Scale
- Flying Officer: Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500 (Level-10)
- MSP: Rs. 15,500/- per month
- Training Stipend: Rs. 56,100/- per month during one-year training
Selection Process
- Written Examination (AFCAT)
- AFSB Testing (Stage-I and Stage-II)
- Computerised Pilot Selection System (CPSS) for Flying Branch
- Final Merit List based on Written & AFSB performance
IAF AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment 2025: Vacancy Details
How to Apply for IAF AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website – afcat.edcil.co.in
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in the personal, educational, and communication details carefully.
- Upload the required documents (photo/signature).
- Pay the examination fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.