📊 Quick Info Overview
📅 Important Dates
📢 Vacancy Breakdown
💳 Application Fee
🎯 Selection Process
- Stage 1: Written Examination (AFCAT)
- Stage 2: Interview
- Stage 3: Medical Examination
Overview
Indian Airforce has released the official notification for AFCAT 02/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026. Interested candidates can apply online from 20/05/2026 to 19/06/2026 for Flying and Ground Duty posts across various branches including technical and non-technical entries. The selection is based on the AFCAT exam, for which admit cards will be available before the exam date.
Key Highlights
- Application Start Date: 20 May 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online and Pay Fee: 19 June 2026
- Exam Date: 08 August 2026 (Saturday)
- Application Fee: ₹550 for AFCAT entry; No fee for NCC Special Entry
- Height requirement: Male 157.5 cms; Female 152 cms
Vacancy Details
- Flying: 35 posts (Male 30, Female 5)
- Ground Duty Technical: 220 posts approx. across Engineering and SSC categories
- Ground Duty Non-Technical: Various posts including Admin (62), Accounts (7), Education (3), Weapon Systems (26), Meteorology (3)
- NCC Special Entry Flying: 10% seats out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC/PC branches
Eligibility
- Flying Branch: Bachelor’s degree in any stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or B.E/B.Tech
- Ground Duty Technical: Engineering degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, Electronics with minimum 60% marks
- Ground Duty Non-Technical: Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% marks; Commerce graduates for Accounts posts
- NCC Special Entry: NCC Air Wing Senior Division 'C' certificate along with Flying branch eligibility
- Age limits vary from 20-24 years for Flying, 20-26 years for technical/non-technical ground duty as on 01/07/2027
Important Dates
- Notification Date: 20 May 2026
- Application Start: 20 May 2026
- Last Date to Apply and Pay Fee: 19 June 2026
- Exam Date: 8 August 2026
Application Fee
- ₹550 for AFCAT entry for all categories
- No fee for NCC Special Entry
- Payment modes: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI
How to Apply
Candidates should carefully read the detailed notification available on the official IAF AFCAT website and prepare relevant documents including photographs, signature, ID proofs before applying online. It's essential to verify data before submitting the form and pay the fee if applicable. After successful submission, print the form for future reference.
For related job updates, candidates can explore Latest Govt Jobs 2026 and specific openings in Defence Jobs 2026.
Selection Process
Selection will be through the AFCAT written examination followed by interviews and medical examinations. Candidates can download their admit cards prior to the exam from the official notifications and check their results once declared on platforms like Download Admit Card and Check Latest Results.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the eligibility criteria for AFCAT 02/2026? +
Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree as per branch-wise requirements, with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 for Flying branch. Age limits apply as per notification.
How to apply for Indian Airforce AFCAT 02/2026? +
Apply online via the official AFCAT portal between 20 May to 19 June 2026. Read the notification carefully before applying.
What is the last date to apply online for AFCAT 02/2026? +
The last date to apply online is 19 June 2026 by 11:59 PM IST.
What is the age limit for AFCAT recruitment? +
Age limit varies from 20 to 24 years for Flying branch and up to 26 years for Ground Duty posts, calculated as on 01/07/2027.
What is the salary for AFCAT recruited candidates? +
Salary is as per Indian Air Force pay scales applicable to Flying and Ground Duty officers.
What is the selection process for AFCAT 02/2026? +
Selection is through written examination (AFCAT), followed by interview and medical examination.
Is there an application fee for NCC Special Entry? +
No application fee is required for NCC Special Entry candidates.
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