Indian Air Force AFCAT Notification Out 2026 for 379 Posts
Indian Air Force (IAF) for 379 posts under AFCAT Posts. Indian Air Force AFCAT has been released Date 20th May 2026 to 19th June 2026 at Website afcat.edcil.co.in
Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Exam Name | AFCAT 2 2026 |
| Full Form | Air Force Common Admission Test |
| Conducting Authority | Indian Air Force |
| No of Posts | 379 |
| Start Date To Apply | 20th May 2026 |
| Last Date To Apply | 19th June 2026 |
| Official website | afcat.edcil.co.in |
Indian Air Force AFCAT Vacancy Details 2026:
| Entry Type & Branch | Total Vacancies |
| AFCAT Entry – Flying | 35 |
| AFCAT Entry – Ground Duty (Technical) | 211 |
| AFCAT Entry – Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | 107 |
| GATE Score Entry – Ground Duty (Technical) | 26 |
| Calculated Total (Excluding NCC Entry) | 379 |
Indian Air Force AFCAT Important Dates 2026:
| Event | Date & Time |
| Online Application Start Date | 20th May 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date | 19th June 2026 |
| Admit Card Download Begins | 04th August 2026 |
| AFCAT Examination Date | 08th August 2026 |
| Objection Management Window | 09th August 2026 to 11 August 2026 |
| Age Eligibility Cut-off Date | 01st July 2027 |
| Submission of Final Exam Proof By | 30th May 2027 |
| Commencement of Training | First week of July 2027 |
Indian Air Force AFCAT Eligibility 2026:
Educational Qualification:
Nationality: Candidate must be a citizen of India.
| Branch | 10+2 (School Level) Requirement | Graduation / Higher Education Requirement |
| Flying Branch | Mandatorily passed with Mathematics and Physics | Minimum 3-year Graduation in any discipline OR 4-year B.E./B.Tech degree OR Cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India. |
| Ground Duty (Tech) – Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) {AE(L)} | Passed with Physics and Mathematics | 4-year degree/integrated post-graduation in Engineering/Technology OR MSc Electronics with BSc in Physics OR Cleared Sections A & B exams of AMIE/AeSI/IETE in specified disciplines. |
| Ground Duty (Tech) – Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical) {AE(M)} | Passed with Physics and Mathematics | 4-year degree/integrated post-graduation in Engineering/Technology OR Cleared Sections A & B exams of AMIE/AeSI in specified disciplines. |
| Weapon Systems (WS) Branch | Mandatorily passed with Mathematics and Physics | Minimum 3-year Graduation in any discipline OR 4-year B.E./B.Tech degree. |
| Administration & Logistics | Passed 10+2 | Minimum 3-year Graduation Degree in any discipline OR Cleared Section A & B examination of AMIE/AeSI. |
| Accounts Branch | Passed 10+2 | Graduation in B.Com, BBA/BMS/BBS (with Finance specialization), B.Sc (with Finance specialization), OR Qualified CA/CMA/CS/CFA. |
| Education | Passed 10+2 | Post-Graduation in any discipline (including integrated courses offering PG and Graduation). |
| Meteorology | Passed 10+2 | B.Sc with Physics and Mathematics OR 4-year Graduation in Engineering/Technology in specified streams. |
Age Limit: Maximum 20 to 26 years
Application Fee:
AFCAT Entry (All Branches incl. Tech): Rs. 550/- plus 18% GST (non‑refundable).
NCC Special Entry / GATE Score Entry: Nil
Selection Process:
Online Computer Based Test (CBT) - AFCAT
Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Testing
Medical Examination & Final Merit
How to Apply for Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026
1. Visit AFCAT Website
2. Click on AFCAT 02/2026 registration
3. Register with Aadhaar number, email ID and mobile number
Verify the OTP
4. Use the generated User ID and Password to login
5. Please fill in your personal details, contact details and educational qualifications carefully
Select Branch Preference and Preferred AFSB Centre
6. Upload scanned passport size photograph, signature and thumb impression in prescribed format
7. Before you submit, preview the complete application form
8. AFCAT 2 Application Fee 2026 must be paid through online mode using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI
9. Please fill out the application form and download the confirmation page
10. Download the AFCAT 2 Application Form 2026 submitted for future reference
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