AFCAT 2025 Notification Out For 336 Vacancies, Apply Now

The AFCAT Vacancy 2025 has been officially announced through the AFCAT 2 2024 Notification on the official website afcat.cdac.in. A total of 336 vacancies are available for male and female candidates.

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About AFCAT

The Indian Air Force (IAF), established on 8 October 1932, is the air arm of the Indian Armed Forces, tasked with securing India’s airspace and conducting aerial warfare during conflicts. Originally formed as an auxiliary air force of the British Empire, the IAF was honored with the prefix “Royal” for its services during World War II. Following India’s independence in 1947, the Air Force continued to use the name Royal Indian Air Force under the Dominion of India. However, with India becoming a Republic in 1950, the prefix “Royal” was removed, and the force was officially named the Indian Air Force.

AFCAT Recruitment 2024

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the AFCAT 1 Notification 2025, inviting applications for 336 vacancies across the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branches. The online application process started on 02 December 2024 and will continue until 31 December 2024. This recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for candidates looking to join the prestigious Indian Air Force. The selected candidates will undergo training, which is scheduled to begin in the first week of January 2026 at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad.

AFCAT Recruitment 2024 Overview

Organization Name	Indian Air Force (IAF)
Name of Exam	Air Force Common Admission Test
Post Name	Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branch
Education Qualification	10th, 12th,Graduate
Age Limit	20to 26 years
Number of Vacancies	336
Application Start Date	2nd December2024
Application End Date	31st December 2024
Selection Process	Written Exam, AFSB Interview, Medical Exam
Exam Mode	Online
Mode of Application	Online

AFCAT Recruitment 2024 Vacancies

Entry	Branch	Course Number	Vacancies (Men – SSC)	Vacancies (Women – SSC)
AFCAT Entry	Flying	219/26F/SSC/M & W	21	09
Ground Duty (Technical)	AE(L)	218/26T/SSC/108AEC/M & W	95	27
	AE(M)		53	14
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)	Weapon Systems (WS)	218/26G/SSC/M & W	14	03
	Admin		42	11
	Lgs		13	03
	Accts		11	02
	Edn		07	02
	Met		07	02
NCC Special Entry	Flying	219/26F/PC/M & 219/26F/SSC/M & W	10% of CDSE vacancies for PC	10% of AFCAT vacancies for SSC

Disclaimer:

• The vacancies mentioned are tentative and may change without notice.
• The actual intake will depend on organizational requirements, cadre control mechanisms, availability of training slots, and the number of vacancies arising in January 2026.
• No representation will be entertained regarding changes in vacancies.

AFCAT Recruitment 2024 Eligibility Criteria

1. Nationality:

• Must be an Indian citizen.

2. Age:

• Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years (Born between 02 Jan 2002 and 01 Jan 2006). For CPL holders, age limit is relaxed to 26 years.
• Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical): 20 to 26 years (Born between 02 Jan 2000 and 01 Jan 2006).
• Marital Status: Must be unmarried at the time of commencement.

3. Educational Qualifications:

• Flying Branch: 50% in Maths & Physics at 10+2; Graduation with 60% marks or BE/B Tech with 60% marks.
• Ground Duty (Technical): 50% in Maths & Physics at 10+2; Engineering degree with 60% marks in specified branches.
• Ground Duty (Non-Technical): 10+2 and Graduation with 60% marks in relevant fields (e.g., Accounts, Administration, Meteorology).

4. Other Conditions:

• Candidates must not have been removed from previous defense training due to indiscipline.
• Candidates must meet the physical and medical standards as per the official guidelines.

Note: Final year students can apply but must submit proof of graduation by 30 Nov 2025.

AFCAT Recruitment 2024 Selection Process

1. Stage 1: Screening Test
   • Officer Intelligence Rating Test
   • Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PP&DT)
     Candidates who do not clear Stage 1 will be rejected and will not proceed to Stage 2.
2. Stage 2: AFSB Testing
   • Psychological Tests: Written tests conducted by professional psychologists.
   • Group Tests: Mental and physical activities assessing various parameters.
   • AFSB Interview: Personal interviews with the interviewing officer.
   • CPSS Test: Mandatory for Flying Branch applicants.
3. Medical Examination
   Recommended candidates will undergo a medical examination at the Institute of Aviation Medicine, Bengaluru, or AFCME. The final merit list will be based on the marks from the written test and AFSB interviews.

AFCAT 2025 Exam Pattern:

• Duration: 2 hours
• Number of Questions: 100
• Maximum Marks: 300
• Subjects:
  • Verbal Ability
  • Numerical Ability
  • Reasoning
  • General Awareness
  • Military Aptitude
• Scoring:
  • 3 marks for each correct answer
  • 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect answer (negative marking)

AFCAT Recruitment 2024 Pay and Allowances:

• Pay on Commissioning: Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500 (Level 10) + MSP Rs. 15,500.
• Flight Cadet Stipend: Rs. 56,100 per month during training.
• Allowances: Flying, Transport, Technical, Special Area Allowances, Siachen, etc.
• Insurance: Rs. 1.25 crore covered by Air Force Group Insurance Society (AFGIS).

AFCAT Recruitment 2024 Application Fee

• Fee: ₹550 + GST (non-refundable) for AFCAT entry.
• Exemptions: No fee for NCC Special Entry.
• Payment Methods: Online payment via credit/debit cards or net banking.
• Procedure: After applying, make payment through the “Make Payment” option.
• Confirmation: A registration number will be provided upon successful payment, and a confirmation SMS/email will be sent.
• Admit Card: Available after payment confirmation, sent to the registered email ID, and downloadable from there.

AFCAT Recruitment 2024 Application Process

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to careerindianairforce.cdac.in or afcat.cdac.in.
2. Candidate Login: Click on the “Candidate Login” link on the homepage.
3. Register: If you are not registered, click the “Not Yet Registered? Register Here” link.
4. Login: After successful registration, log in using your registered email ID and the system-generated password.
5. Fill out the Application: Complete the AFCAT 2025 application form with all the required details and upload the necessary documents as per the format.
6. Payment: Pay the application fee to finalize the application process.
7. Download the Form: After submission, download or print the completed AFCAT 1 Application Form 2025 for your records.

Official Notification: Click Here