AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2025
Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the recruitment notification (Advertisement No.: AFCAT 01/2026) on the official website for the Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. This recruitment drive aims to fill 340 vacancies for the courses commencing in January 2027. The AFCAT Application Form process started on 17 November 2025, and interested candidates can apply online until the last date, 14 December 2025.
| Notification Released | 17 November 2025 |
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| Application Begin | 17 November 2025 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 14 December 2025 |
| Pay Exam Fee Last Date | 14 December 2025 |
| Exam Date | 31 January 2026 (Tentative) |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| AFCAT Entry | ₹550/- |
|---|---|
| NCC Special Entry | ₹0/- (Nil) |
| Meteorology Entry | ₹0/- (Nil) |
| Payment Mode (Online) | Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS |
Age Relaxation: As per IAF rules (Commercial Pilot License holders get relaxation up to 26 years for Flying Branch)
| Entry type and Post Name | Total post | Male | Post | Female | Post |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry (Flying) | 38 | Men SSC | 34 | Women SSC | 4 |
| Ground Duty Technical (AE-L) | 123 | Men | 100 | Women | 23 |
| Ground Duty Technical (AE-M) | 47 | Men | 38 | Women | 9 |
| Ground Duty Non-Tech (Admin) | 60 | Men | 48 | Women | 12 |
| Ground Duty Non-Tech (Lgs) | 11 | Men | 9 | Women | 2 |
| Ground Duty Non-Tech (Accts) | 10 | Men | 8 | Women | 2 |
| Ground Duty Non-Tech (Edn) | 4 | Men | 2 | Women SSC | 2 |
| Ground Duty Non-Tech (Met) | 3 | Men | 1 | Women | 2 |
| Ground Duty Non-Tech (Weapon Systems) | 26 | Men | 21 | Women | 5 |
| NCC Special Entry (Flying) | 10% of seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC and 10% out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC |
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Flying |
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level, or hold a B.E./B.Tech degree from a recognized university.
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| Ground Duty Technical |
Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics): Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Intermediate) examination with at least 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics, and must hold a minimum 4-year Graduation or Integrated Postgraduate Degree in Engineering or Technology.
Aeronautical Engineering (Mechanical): Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Intermediate) examination with at least 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics, and possess a 4-year Degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical, Industrial, or Aeronautical Engineering
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| Administration & Logistics |
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with a minimum of 60% marks.
Physical Eligibility:
Male Candidates: Minimum height – 157.5 cm
Female Candidates: Minimum height – 152 cm
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| Accounts |
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B.Com) with a minimum of 60% marks.
Physical Eligibility:
Male Candidates: Minimum height – 157.5 cm
Female Candidates: Minimum height – 152 cm
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| Education |
Candidates must possess an MBA, MCA, MA, or M.Sc. degree with a minimum of 50% marks.
Physical Eligibility:
Male Candidates: Minimum height – 157.5 cm
Female Candidates: Minimum height – 152 cm
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| Meteorology Entry |
Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
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| NCC Special Entry : Flying |
Candidates must possess an NCC Air Wing Senior Division “C” Certificate, along with other qualifications as per the Flying Branch eligibility criteria.
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Interested candidates who wish to apply for the AFCAT post can submit their application online before 14 December 2025.
Use the click here link provided below under important link section to apply directly.
Alternatively, visit the official website of AFCAT to complete the application process online.
Make sure to complete the application before the deadline 14 December 2025.
Written Exam
Air Force Selection Board (AFSB)
Document Verification
Medical Examination
| ₹56,100 | ₹1,77,500 (Level 10) |
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| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
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