Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment | 379 Vacancies

Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 recruitment is available through the official recruiting body. Indian Air Force has published an official notice for AFCAT 02/2026 Officer Entry. This guide summarises the verified application details and Flying, Ground Duty Technical, Ground Duty Non-Technical, NCC Special Entry, and GATE Score Entry. This article summarises the verified notice and keeps the official application route below.

The notification is AFCAT 02/2026 notification for courses commencing in July 2027. The location context is Flying and Ground Duty branches across India. Candidates should use the full notice for category, reservation, and post-specific conditions.

Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 recruitment: Quick Facts

Recruiting body	Indian Air Force
Post or examination	AFCAT 02/2026 Officer Entry
Notification	AFCAT 02/2026 notification for courses commencing in July 2027
Vacancies	379 tentative branch-wise vacancies including AFCAT and GATE Score Entry
Location	Flying and Ground Duty branches across India
Important dates	Applications: 20 May 2026, 11:00 to 19 June 2026, 23:30; AFCAT exam: 8 August 2026

Vacancies, Pay, Fee and Important Dates

The official vacancy position is 379 tentative branch-wise vacancies including AFCAT and GATE Score Entry. Pay and allowances apply under Indian Air Force officer rules after commissioning

The application schedule is: Applications: 20 May 2026, 11:00 to 19 June 2026, 23:30; AFCAT exam: 8 August 2026. The fee position is: The official notification states the examination fee and payment conditions; NCC Special Entry is exempt from the written examination. Applicants should complete payment and final submission before the stated deadline.

Eligibility and Age Conditions

Eligibility must be complete by the date stated in the notice. A similar course name does not automatically qualify unless the recruiting body accepts it.

• Candidates must be Indian citizens and meet the branch-specific education conditions in the notification.
• Flying Branch candidates must be 20 to 24 years old on 1 July 2027; a valid DGCA commercial pilot licence can extend the upper limit to 26.
• Ground Duty candidates must be 20 to 26 years old on 1 July 2027.
• Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level are mandatory for Flying and the relevant Technical or Weapon Systems routes.
• Graduation, engineering, postgraduate, professional, NCC, or GATE requirements vary by branch and entry.

Selection Process

The recruiting body controls shortlisting and can apply the conditions in the official notice. Candidates should track notices, email, and the application portal after submission.

• AFCAT applicants take the online examination scheduled for 8 August 2026.
• Candidates meeting the cut-off proceed to Air Force Selection Board testing and document checks.
• Flying Branch candidates recommended at AFSB must also qualify the Computerised Pilot Selection System where applicable.
• Medical examination, merit, branch preference, and vacancy availability govern final selection.

Documents to Keep Ready

Names, dates, marks, and category details should match the supporting records. Correct discrepancies before document verification whenever the rules allow it.

• AFCAT admit card and application records.
• Matriculation and 10+2 certificates showing date of birth and subjects.
• Graduation, postgraduate, engineering, professional, NCC, or GATE records required for the chosen branch.
• Government identity, photographs, signature, and payment record.
• Original certificates required for AFSB verification.

Checks Before Final Submission

Use the preview or print view before final submission. Correcting a form later may be restricted, may require a fee, or may not be available for every field.

• Confirm that the selected post, category, centre, and qualification are correct.
• Check spelling of the candidate name and parents' names against official records.
• Verify marks, passing dates, certificate numbers, and experience periods.
• Open each uploaded file once to confirm it is clear and in the required format.
• Make sure payment status and final-submission status both show completion.

How to Apply Through the Official Route

• Read the official notification and confirm qualification, age, category, and post conditions.
• Register only on the official recruiting portal using an active email and mobile number.
• Enter details exactly as shown in educational and identity documents.
• Upload the required files, pay the fee when applicable, and complete final submission.
• Download the submitted form or confirmation page and keep the registration details secure.

Avoid agents, unofficial forms, copied notices, and payment requests sent through social media. Government recruitment does not require a private person to secure selection.

Preparation Guidance

Use the syllabus or role criteria from the official notice as the preparation boundary. Do not spend time on an exam stage or subject that the notice does not include.

• Check the branch-specific qualification table before selecting preferences.
• Prepare General Awareness, English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude for AFCAT.
• Build physical fitness for AFSB and read the medical standards before applying.

Recheck the official website for corrigenda, date changes, admit cards, and result notices. Selection depends on the notified process, document checks, and applicable rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does registration close?

The official AFCAT 02/2026 notification closes online applications at 23:30 on 19 June 2026.

When is the AFCAT exam?

The online AFCAT examination is scheduled for 8 August 2026.

How many vacancies are listed?

The branch tables total 379 tentative vacancies across AFCAT and GATE Score Entry.

Where should candidates apply?

Use only the official AFCAT portal at afcat.edcil.co.in.

What is the official source?

The source is the official Indian Air Force notice hosted through careerairforce.gov.in. The apply button uses the official route.