Short Description: Great news for candidates! The AFCAT Notification 2026 is out. The Indian Air Force invites applications for the Flying Branch, Ground Duty Technical & Non-Technical, and NCC Special Entry for courses starting in January 2027. The online application process began on November 17, 2025, and remained open until December 14, 2025. Interested candidates were advised to check the notification for details regarding eligibility, age limit, application fees, salary, and selection process before applying through the official link.
Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT)
AFCAT Notification 2026
Short Details of Notification
| Important Dates | Application Fee |
| • Notification Date: 10 November 2025 • Application Begins: 17 November 2025 • Apply Last Date: 14 December 2025 • Last Date for Fee: 14 December 2025 • Admit Card Date: Notify Later • Exam Date: Notify Later • Result: Notify Later 👉 Candidates are advised to verify the details from the official website of the AFCAT Notification 2026. | • AFCAT Entry: ₹550/- For All Candidates • NCC Special Entry: ₹00/- 👉 Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods: • Debit Card • Credit Card • Internet Banking • IMPS • Cash Card / Mobile Wallet |
| Age limit as of 01 January 2027 | Total Post |
| 🔹 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 the official rules and regulations of the government. | 340 Posts |
| AFCAT Notification 2026: Vacancy Details | |||
| Category | Men | Women | Total |
| Flying | 34 | 4 | 38 |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | 150 | 38 | 188 |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | 89 | 25 | 114 |
| GRAND TOTAL | 273 | 67 | 340 |
| AFCAT Notification 2026: Vacancy Details Branch/Sub-Branch | |||||
| Branch / Sub-Branch | Men (PC) | Women (PC) | Men (SSC) | Women (SSC) | Total |
| Flying Branch | — | 34 | 4 | 38 | |
| AE (L) – Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) | 3 | 3 | 100 | 23 | 129 |
| AE (M) – Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical) | 9 | 3 | 38 | 9 | 59 |
| Weapon Systems (WS) | — | 21 | 5 | 26 | |
| Administration | — | 48 | 12 | 60 | |
| Logistics (Lgs) | — | 9 | 2 | 11 | |
| Accounts | — | 8 | 2 | 10 | |
| Education | — | 2 | 2 | 4 | |
| Meteorology (Met) | — | 1 | 2 | 3 | |
| 💠 TOTAL (All Branches) | 12 | 6 | 261 | 61 | 340 |
| AFCAT Notification 2026: Education Qualification | |
| Post | Educational Qualification |
| Flying Branch | • The candidate must have a 10+2 with physics & math (50% each). • The candidate must have a graduation (3-year degree) with 60%. OR BE/B.Tech (4-year) with 60%. OR • The candidate must have cleared Sections A & B of AMIE/Aeronautical Society of India with 60%. |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | |
| Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) | • The candidate must have a 10+2 with Physics & math (50% each) AND ANY ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: (A) MSc Electronics (50%) + BSc Physics (60%) (B) 4-year Engineering/Technology degree (60%) in approved disciplines (CS, IT, ECE, EEE, AI/ML, Data Science, Robotics, Mechatronics, Power Electronics, instrumentation, etc.) (C) Cleared Section A & B of AMIE / Aeronautical Society of India / IETE with 60% |
| Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical) | • The candidate must have a 10+2 with Physics & math (50% each) AND • 4-year Engineering/Technology degree (60%) in approved disciplines (Aeronautical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Production, Manufacturing, Automotive, Power Engineering, Metallurgy, Material Science, Mechatronics, automation, etc.) OR • AMIE/Aeronautical Society of India (Sections A & B) with 60% |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | |
| Weapon Systems (WS) | • The candidate must have a 10+2 with Physics & math (50% each) • The candidate must have a graduation (any discipline) with 60% OR a BE/B.Tech with 60%. |
| Administration & Logistics | • The candidate must have passed 10+2. • The candidate must have a graduation (any discipline) with 60% OR AMIE/Aeronautical Society of India with 60%. |
| Accounts Branch | • The candidate must have passed 10+2. • The candidate must have a graduation with 60% in any of the following: B.Com BBA (Finance) BMS (Finance) BBS (Finance) B.Sc. Finance CA / CMA / CS / CFA (qualified) |
| Education Branch | • The candidate must have passed 10+2. • The candidate must have a post-graduation degree with 50% (any discipline). • The candidate must have a Graduation with 60% (any discipline) |
| Meteorology Branch | • The candidate must have 10+2 with physics & math. • The candidate must have a B.Sc. (Physics & Maths) with 60% OR • 4-year Engineering degree (60%) in approved disciplines (EEE, ECE, Electronics, CS, IT, Mechanical, Telecommunication, E&T, EIE, etc.) |
| How to Apply for AFCAT Notification 2026 | |
| 🔹 Here’s a step-by-step guide to download the AFCAT Notification 2026👇 1. Open the application portal—go to afcat.edcil.co.in. 2. Applications open on November 17, 2025, at 11:00 and close on December 14, 2025, at 23:30. 3. Sign up/Register: Enter your full name, mobile number, and email address; then verify the OTP. 4. Aadhaar is needed; please have your Aadhaar (last four digits) ready. It is mandatory. 5. Fill in your personal and communication details—name as per your 10th certificate. 6. Select course(s) and test city—choose Flying, Technical, Non-Technical, or NCC and test center preferences. 7. Upload documents: passport photo (100–200 KB), signature (80–150 KB), and thumb impression (50–100 KB). 8. Males use their left thumb; females use their right thumb. 9. Check eligibility and preview: Verify your date of birth, marks, and course choices before submitting. 10. Pay a fee of ₹550 + 18% GST (NCC special entry exempt). Payment can be made via card, UPI, or net banking. 11. Print & save: After payment, print or save the submitted application PDF. Retain transaction details. 12. Download Admit Card: Admit cards are available from January 22, 2026 (11:00 onwards) on the portal. 13. Need help? — AFCAT Helpdesk: +91 9513252077 or afcathelpdesk@edcil.co.in (9:00–18:00, Mon–Sat). Candidates can check their AFCAT Notification 2026 through the official link provided below. | |
| AFCAT Notification 2026: Selection Process Stages | |
| AFCAT Notification 2026 Selection Process: 1. Online AFCAT Exam • Computer-based test • 100 questions, 300 marks • 2 hours duration 2. AFSB Interview (for qualified candidates) Stage I: • Officer Intelligence Rating Test (OIR) • Picture Perception & Discussion Test (PP&DT) (Fail → sent back same day) Stage II: • Psychological Tests • Group Tests • Personal Interview 3. CPSS Test (Flying Branch Only) • Computerised Pilot Selection System • Mandatory for Flying applicants 4. Medical Examination • Conducted at AFCME/New Delhi or IAM/Bengaluru 5. Final Merit List • Based on AFCAT score + AFSB + Medical fitness • Branch allocation as per merit & vacancies | |
| IMPORTANT LINKS | |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
| Homepage | Click Here |
| Important Question (FAQs) | |
| Q1. What is AFCAT 01/2026? Ans. AFCAT 01/2026 is an online exam conducted by the Indian Air Force to recruit men and women as Group A Gazetted Officers in: • Flying Branch • Ground Duty (Technical) • Ground Duty (Non-Technical) • NCC Special Entry Q2. What are the application dates for the AFCAT Notification 2026? Ans. Start Date: 17 November 2025 (11:00 AM) Last Date: 14 December 2025 (11:30 PM) Q3. What is the age limit for the AFCAT Notification 2026? Ans. • Flying Branch: 20–24 years (as on 1 Jan 2027) • CPL Holders: Up to 26 years • Technical/Non-Technical: 20–26 years Q4. What is the educational qualification required? Ans. • Flying Branch: 10+2 with Physics & Maths + Graduation with 60% • Technical Branch: 10+2 (PCM) + Engineering degree (60%) • Non-Technical Branches: Graduation with 60% • Accounts: B.Com / Finance degree / CA / CMA / CFA, etc. Q5. How many vacancies are there in AFCAT 01/2026? Ans. • Total 340 Vacancies • Men: 273 • Women: 67 (NCC Special Entry – separate) Q6. What is the exam date for AFCAT 2026? Ans. The AFCAT exam will be held on 31 January 2026 (Saturday). Q7. What is the application fee for the AFCAT Notification 2026? Ans. ₹550 + 18% GST for AFCAT entry No fee for NCC Special Entry Q8. What is the selection process for the AFCAT Notification 2026? Ans. • Online AFCAT Exam • AFSB Interview (Stage I + Stage II) • CPSS Test (Flying branch only) • Medical Examination • Final Merit List Q9. How can I apply for AFCAT 2026? Ans. Apply online through the official portal: ➡️ https://afcat.edcil.co.in Fill the form → Upload documents → Pay fee → Submit → Download admit card. Q10. Is engineering compulsory for AFCAT? Ans. Only for the Technical Branch (AE-L & AE-M). For Flying & Non-Technical branches, any degree with 60% is accepted (with PCM in 10+2 for Flying & WS). | |
