📊 Quick Info Overview
📅 Important Dates
📢 Vacancy Breakdown
💳 Application Fee
🎯 Selection Process
- Stage 1: Written Exam
- Stage 2: Physical Fitness Test
- Stage 3: Psychological Test
- Stage 4: SSB Interview
Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026 Overview
The Indian Air Force (IAF), Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released the recruitment notification for AFCAT 02/2026. This recruitment is for Commissioned Officer vacancies in Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches commencing July 2027. The application process is online only through the official website https://afcat.cdac.in. Candidates are encouraged to keep track of the latest government job openings and prepare accordingly.
Key Highlights
- Posts: Commissioned Officer (Flying Branch & Ground Duty)
- Type of Commission: Permanent Commission (PC) and Short Service Commission (SSC) for men and women
- Course start: July 2027
- Application Fee: Rs. 550 + GST for AFCAT; No fee for NCC Special Entry & GATE Score Entry
- Pay Scale: Flying Officer - Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500 (Level 10) + MSP Rs. 15,500
- Application Mode: Online at the official AFCAT career portal
Vacancy Details
- Flying Officer: Approximately 300+ vacancies (expected)
- Special vacancies reserved for Law qualified candidates under Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
Eligibility Criteria
- Age (as on 1 July 2027): Flying Branch - 20 to 24 years; upper limit 26 years for Commercial Pilots with valid DGCA license
- Ground Duty Branches - 20 to 26 years
- Educational Qualifications: Graduation with Physics and Maths at 10+2 or BE/B.Tech for Flying Branch; Relevant BE/B.Tech for Ground Duty Technical; Graduation for Ground Duty Non-Technical as per sub-branch
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 20 May 2026 from 11:00 hrs
- Last Date to Apply Online: 19 June 2026 till 23:30 hrs
- Course Commencement: July 2027
Application Fee
- AFCAT Entry: Rs. 550 + GST (Non-refundable)
- NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry: Nil
How to Apply
Candidates must apply online only via the official AFCAT website (https://afcat.cdac.in). Before applying, candidates should carefully read the full notification available online. Also, candidates can explore Latest Govt Jobs 2026 for similar opportunities and Defence Jobs 2026 for detailed preparation guidance.
Selection Process
- Written AFCAT Examination
- Physical Fitness Test
- Psychological Test
- Interview by the Service Selection Board (SSB)
Detailed education, physical and medical fitness standards are described in the official notification. Candidates can also Download Admit Card and later Check Latest Results on our portal once announced. For exam preparation, the relevant Download Syllabus PDF is available online.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What are the age limits for AFCAT 02/2026? +
Age limits vary by branch. Flying Branch candidates must be 20-24 years, relaxable to 26 for Commercial Pilots. Ground Duty entries are 20-26 years as of 1 July 2027.
How do I apply for Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026? +
Apply online only at https://afcat.cdac.in between 20 May 2026 and 19 June 2026.
What is the last date to apply for AFCAT 02/2026? +
The last date to submit online applications is 19 June 2026 till 11:30 PM.
What is the application fee for AFCAT 02/2026? +
The fee is Rs. 550 plus GST for AFCAT entry; there is no fee for NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry candidates.
What is the salary for Flying Officers commissioned through AFCAT? +
The pay scale is Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500 (Level 10) with an additional MSP of Rs. 15,500 per month.
What is the selection process for AFCAT 02/2026? +
Selection includes a written exam, physical fitness test, psychological test, and an SSB interview.
Are GATE scores used for final merit in AFCAT 02/2026? +
GATE scores are used only for shortlisting candidates for Technical Ground Duty branches; final selection involves interviews and medicals.
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