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AFCAT 2 2026 Online Form — Indian Air Force Officer

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  • Post Date: 01 Apr 2026
  • Organization: Indian Air Force
  • Total Vacancy: To be notified

Short Information

Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT 2/2026 notification for officer entry into Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches for the January 2027 course. AFCAT is the primary route for graduates to become commissioned officers in the IAF. What sets AFCAT apart — it's a combined selection for multiple branches in one exam, and Women candidates are equally eligible for most branches. Applications were typically open in April 2026. Age: 20 to 24 years for Flying, 20 to 26 years for Ground Duty. No application fee.

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Important Dates

Apply StartApril 2026
Last DateTo be notified
Exam DateTo be notified

Qualification

  • Flying Branch: Graduation with 60% in aggregate (Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level mandatory).
  • Ground Duty Technical: B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering discipline with 60% marks.
  • Ground Duty Non-Technical: Graduation in any discipline with 60% marks.
  • NCC Air Wing 'C' Certificate holders may get benefit in selection.

AFCAT 2/2026 — Overview

ParticularsDetails
OrganizationIndian Air Force
EntryAFCAT 2/2026 (January 2027 Course)
BranchesFlying, Ground Duty Technical, Ground Duty Non-Technical
Application FeeNo Fee
Age (Flying)20 to 24 years
Age (Ground Duty)20 to 26 years

Selection Process

  • AFCAT Written Exam: Online objective test — Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning & Military Aptitude, General Awareness.
  • AFSB Interview (5 days): Air Force Selection Board at Dehradun, Mysuru, Gandhinagar, or Varanasi.
  • Medical Examination: At Air Force Central Medical Establishment (AFCME) or IAM.
  • Final Merit: Based on AFSB marks + medical fitness.
EKT (Engineering Knowledge Test) mandatory for Ground Duty Technical candidates.

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