IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment – Apply for 142 Posts

📊 Quick Info Overview

📅 Important Dates

📢 Vacancy Breakdown

💳 Application Fee

🎯 Selection Process

1. Stage 1: Written Exam
2. Stage 2: Air Force Selection Board (AFSB)
3. Stage 3: Document Verification
4. Stage 4: Medical Examination

Overview

Indian Air Force (Bhartiya Vayu Sena) has officially started the application process for AFCAT 02/2026 Batch Recruitment. This recruitment drive is for multiple posts in Flying, Ground Duty Technical, Ground Duty Non-Technical, Meteorology and NCC Special Entry with a total of 142 vacancies.

Candidates can apply online between 20 May 2026 and 19 June 2026. The selection process includes a written exam, Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) assessment, document verification, and medical examination. Interested candidates can check Latest Govt Jobs 2026 to stay updated on similar opportunities.

Key Highlights

• Notification Date: 20 May 2026
• Online Application Start: 20 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply: 19 June 2026
• Exam Date: 08 August 2026
• Total Posts: 142
• Application Fee: Rs. 550 for all categories
• Age Limit: Minimum 20 years, Maximum 24-26 years as on 01 July 2027
• Official Notification PDF available below.

Vacancy Details

• Flying: 35 Posts (30 Male, 5 Female)
• Ground Duty Technical: AE (L) & AE (M) - Details not specified
• Ground Duty Non-Technical: Admin - 62 Posts (50 Male, 12 Female), LGS - 6 Posts (4 Male, 2 Female), Accounts - 7 Posts (5 Male, 2 Female), GD Non Technical Education - 3 Posts (1 Male, 2 Female), GD Non Technical WS Branch - 26 Posts (21 Male, 5 Female)
• Meteorology Entry: 3 Posts (1 Male, 2 Female)
• NCC Special Entry: Reserved 10% seats from AFCAT vacancies for Senior Division 'C' certificate holders

Eligibility

• Flying Branch: Bachelor degree in any stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or B.E/B.Tech course
• Ground Duty Technical: Aeronautical Engineering Electronics and Mechanical with minimum 60% marks and appropriate graduation
• Ground Duty Non-Technical: Bachelor degree with minimum 60% marks in relevant streams (Admin, Commerce for Accounts)
• Meteorology: As per notification details
• Physical Standards: Height - Male: 157.5 CMS, Female: 152 CMS
• GATE Entry: Qualified candidates with degree in relevant engineering fields can apply (GATE used for shortlisting)

Important Dates

• Online Application Start Date: 20 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply & Pay Fee: 19 June 2026
• Exam Date: 08 August 2026
• Admit Card: Available before the exam
• Result Date: To be announced

Application Fee

All categories: Rs. 550 (Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card/Mobile Wallet)

How to Apply

Candidates should apply online via the official AFCAT website. Ensure your application is complete before the deadline of 19 June 2026. For guidance, candidates may visit Defence Jobs 2026 for similar government job updates. Interested candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before submitting the form. You can also Download Admit Card once released.

Selection Process

• Written Examination (AFCAT)
• Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

For more details on defence recruitment, candidates can explore Defence Jobs 2026. Post results, candidates should also Check Latest Results to track their status.

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