Name of the Post: Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 2025 Exam Date, Eligibility, Salary & Syllabus
Post Date: 10-01-2026
Total Vacancy: 340
Brief Information: The Indian Air Force has officially released the notification for AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment 2025 (Air Force Common Admission Test). The online application process started on 17 November 2025 and the last date to apply is 14 December 2025. AFCAT is conducted to recruit officers in Flying Branch, Ground Duty Technical Branch and Ground Duty Non-Technical Branch under Permanent Commission (PC) and Short Service Commission (SSC). The AFCAT 01/2026 examination will be conducted on 31 January 2026.
This is a golden opportunity for young graduates who dream of becoming officers in the Indian Air Force.
Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment 2025
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Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 17 November 2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 14 December 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 14 December 2025
- Exam City Intimation: 09 January 2026
- Admit Card Release: Before Exam
- Exam Date: 31 January 2026
- Result Declaration: As per schedule
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹550
- SC / ST: ₹550
- Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2027)
Flying Branch (AFCAT & NCC Special Entry)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 24 Years
Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Maximum Age: 26 Years
(Age relaxation as per Indian Air Force rules.)
📊 AFCAT 01/2026 Vacancy Details
Flying Branch (SSC)
| Entry | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Flying | 34 | 04 |
Ground Duty – Technical Branch
| Branch | Men PC | Women PC | Men SSC | Women SSC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AE (L) | 03 | 03 | 100 | 23 |
| AE (M) | 09 | 03 | 38 | 09 |
Ground Duty – Non Technical Branch
| Branch | Men SSC | Women SSC |
|---|---|---|
| Weapon System (WS) | 21 | 05 |
| Administration | 48 | 12 |
| Logistics (LGS) | 09 | 02 |
| Accounts | 08 | 02 |
| Education | 02 | 02 |
| Meteorology | 01 | 02 |
NCC Special Entry (Flying Branch)
- 10% seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC
- 10% seats out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC
Educational Qualification
The educational qualification varies according to branch and entry. Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully for detailed eligibility criteria.
Selection Process
The AFCAT 01/2026 selection process includes:
- Online Written Examination (AFCAT)
- AFSB Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Exam Pattern
AFCAT Written Exam
- General Awareness
- Verbal Ability in English
- Numerical Ability
- Reasoning & Military Aptitude
EKT (For Technical Branch)
- Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT)
Salary & Benefits
Selected candidates will receive salary as per 7th Pay Commission:
- Pay Level 10: ₹56,100 per month
- Military Service Pay (MSP)
- DA, HRA, TA and other allowances
How to Apply for AFCAT 01/2026 Online Form
- Visit the official AFCAT website
- Register with your email ID and mobile number
- Login and fill the application form
- Upload photograph and signature
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form and download confirmation page
Important Instructions
- Candidates must fill the form carefully
- All details should match with official documents
- Upload clear photograph and signature
- Keep a printout of submitted application form
Important Links
- Admit Card: Click Here
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Notification PDF: Click Here
- Official Website: Click Here
FAQs – AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment
Q1. What is the last date to apply for AFCAT 01/2026?
👉 14 December 2025
Q2. When will AFCAT 01/2026 exam be conducted?
👉 31 January 2026
Q3. What is the application fee for AFCAT?
👉 ₹550 for all categories
Q4. What is the age limit for Flying Branch?
👉 20 to 24 years
Q5. What is the salary of AFCAT officers?
👉 Starting salary is ₹56,100 per month plus allowances