AFCAT Exam Guide 2026
AFCAT 2026 notification updates and complete exam guide. Check exam dates, vacancies, eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, and application details.
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📊 Post Details & Salary Structure
| Exam Elements | Details |
|---|---|
| Name of Organization | Indian Air Force |
| Exam Name | Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT 2/2026) |
| Post Name | Flying Branch and Ground Duty Staff (Technical & Non-Technical)/ NCC Special Entry |
| AFCAT 2 2026 Notification Release Date | 20th May 2026 |
| Vacancy | 379 |
| Registration Start Date | 20th May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21st June 2026 |
| Level of Exam | National-level |
| Mode of Exam | Online |
| Frequency of Exam | Twice a Year |
| Selection Stage | AFSB Test 1 (Officer Intelligence Rating Test, Picture Perception and Discussion Test) also known as Screening TestAFSB Test 2 (Psychological Tests, Group Tests, AFSB Interview, Computerized Pilot Selection System (CPSS) Test)Medical Examination |
| Exam Duration | Screening Test: 2 hours |
| Language of Exam | English |
| Official Website | afcat.edcil.co.in |
| Exam Help Desk | +91 9513252077 and 011-23010231 |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- Events
- Dates
- Course Commence Month
- July 2027
- AFCAT 2 2026 Exam Date
- 8th August 2026
📊 Exam Information 3
| Entry | Branch | Course Number | Men (PC) | Women (PC) | Men (SSC) | Women (SSC) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | Flying | 222/27F/SSC/M&W | -- | -- | 30 | 5 |
| AFCAT Entry | Ground Duty (Technical) | 221/27T/PC/111AEC/M&W221/27T/SSC/111AEC/M&W | AE(L) : 2AE(M) : 8 | AE(L) : 2AE(M) : 2 | AE(L): 107AE(M): 52 | AE(L):25AE(M):13 |
| AFCAT Entry | Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | 221/27G/SSC/M&W | -- | -- | WS: 21Adm: 50Lgs: 4Accts: 5Edn: 1Met: 1 | WS: 5Adm: 12Lgs: 2Accts: 2Edn: 2Met: 2 |
| NCC Special Entry | Flying | 222/27F/PC/M and 222/27F/SSC/M&W | -- | -- | 10% seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC and 10% seats out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC | |
| GATE SCORED ENTRY | Ground Duty (Technical) | 221/27T/PC/111AEC/M&W221/27T/SSC/111AEC/M&W | AE(L): 1AE(M): 1 | AE(L): 1AE(M): 1 | AE(L): 12AE(M): 6 | AE(L): 3AE(M): 1 |
📊 Important Dates & Schedule
- Entry
- Application Fee
- AFCAT Entry
- INR 550/-
- NCC Special Entry
- NA
📊 Eligibility Criteria Details
| Eligibility Aspect | Flying Branch (AFCAT & NCC Special Entry) | Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) |
|---|---|---|
| Age Limit (as on 01/07/2027) | 20 to 24 years• Born between 02 Jul 2003 – 01 Jul 2007 (both inclusive) | 20 to 26 years• Born between 02 Jul 2001 – 01 Jul 2007 (both inclusive) |
| Marital Status | Must be unmarried at course commencement; marriage not allowed during training; violation leads to discharge & reimbursement of government expenses | Same rules apply: must remain unmarried during training; violation leads to discharge & repayment |
| Educational Qualification – Basic Requirement | Minimum 50% marks each in Maths & Physics at 10+2 level | Varies by technical branch; AE(L) requires 60% marks in Physics & Maths at 10+2 |
| Graduation Requirement | Graduation (3-year degree) with minimum 60% marks OR BE/B.Tech (4-year degree) with 60% marks OR AMIE/Aeronautical Society of India with 60% marks | For AE(L): Graduation/Post-graduation degree in Engineering/Technology from a recognised university |
| Additional Notes | Eligible through AFCAT or NCC Special Entry | Applies to both Technical & Non-Technical Ground Duty posts |
📊 Salary & Pay Scale Details
- CPC
- INR 56,100/- - INR 1,77,500/-
- Post
- Salary
- Pay Band
- INR 56,100/- per month (Level 10 - Pay Matrix)
- Military Service Pay
- INR 15,500/- per month
📊 Exam Information 7
| Year | AFCAT 1 Cut Off | AFCAT 2 Cut Off |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 151 | 153 |
| 2023 | 155 | 151 |
| 2022 | 157 | 157 |
| 2021 | 165 | 157 |
| 2020 | 153 | 155 |
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q1.What is the frequency of the examination?
The examination is conducted for twice a year.
Q2.What is the application fee for AFCAT Entry?
The application fee for AFCAT Entry is expected to be INR 550.
Q3.What is the Minimum Age to attend the Flying Branch & NCC Entry exam?
The minimum Age for the Flying Branch & NCC Entry exam is 20 years.
Q4.What is the Maximum Age to attend the Flying Branch & NCC Entry exam?
The maximum Age for the Flying Branch & NCC Entry exam is 24 years.
Q5.What is the AFCAT 2 2026 Last Date to apply Online?
The last date to apply online for AFCAT 2 2026 is 21st June.
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