Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2026 - Apply Online for 340 Posts (Last Date Extension)

The Indian Air Force (IAF) invites online applications from Indian citizens (Men and Women) through AFCAT 01/2026 for entry into Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) branches, and NCC Special Entry for courses commencing in January 2027. The online application process will be open from 17th November 2025 to 19th December 2025 through the official AFCAT website https://afcat.edcil.co.in . The selection process includes a Computer Based Test (CBT) scheduled on 31 January 2026, followed by Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) testing and medical examination. Candidates selected through this recruitment will be commissioned as Group ‘A’ Officers and will enjoy an excellent pay package, allowances, and job security under Government of India rules.

Authority - Central Government

Application Mode - Online

Job Type - Regular

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Posted On

10 Nov 2025, 04:30 pm

Total Posts

340

Organization

Indian Air Force (IAF)

Updated On

15 Dec 2025

🗓️ Important Dates

Application Start Date: 17-11-2025
Application Last Date: 19-12-2025
Admit Card Release: 22-01-2026
Exam Date: 31-01-2026 (Saturday)
Course Commencement: January 2027

💰 Application Fee

AFCAT Entry (All Candidates): ₹550 + 18% GST (Non-refundable)
NCC Special Entry: Exempted
Payment Mode: Online (Credit/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI)

🎯 Age Limit

Flying Branch: 20–24 years (born between 02 Jan 2003 and 01 Jan 2007)
- Upper age limit 26 years for valid Commercial Pilot License holders
Ground Duty (Tech & Non-Tech): 20–26 years (born between 02 Jan 2001 and 01 Jan 2007)
Relaxation: As per IAF rules

🎓 Qualification

Flying Branch – 10+2 with Physics & Math (50% each) and
- Graduate (3 years) with 60% OR
- B.E/B.Tech (4 years) with 60%
Ground Duty (Technical) – 10+2 with Physics & Math (50% each) and
- B.E/B.Tech in relevant disciplines with 60%
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) –
- Admin/Logistics: Graduate in any discipline with 60%
- Accounts: B.Com/BBA (Finance)/CA/CMA/CS with 60%
- Education: PG with 50% and Graduation with 60%
- Meteorology: B.Sc or B.Tech with Physics & Math with 60%
NCC Special Entry – NCC Air Wing ‘C’ Certificate holders

📋 Vacancy Details

Sl. No	Branch / Post Name	No. of Posts (Approx.)	Commission Type	Gender	Pay Scale
1	Flying Branch	38	SSC	Men & Women	₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10)
2	Ground Duty (Technical) AE(L) / AE(M)	188	PC & SSC	Men & Women	₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
3	Ground Duty (Non-Technical)	114	SSC	Men & Women	₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
4	NCC Special Entry (Flying)	10% of AFCAT seats	PC & SSC	Men & Women	₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500