AFCAT 02/2026 Online Form – Date Extended (379 Posts)
Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 application deadline extended to 21 June 2026 for 379 vacancies in Flying, Technical & Non-Technical branches. Check eligibility, salary & how to apply.
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Summary of AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment
The Indian Air Force has extended the application deadline for AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) 02/2026 batch until 21 June 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 379 vacancies across Flying, Ground Duty Technical, and Non-Technical branches for the July 2027 course. Candidates aged 20-26 years with relevant bachelor's degrees (minimum 60% marks) can apply online at afcat.edcil.co.in. The selection process includes a written exam on 08 August 2026 followed by AFSB interviews, document verification, and medical tests. Successful candidates will undergo training at various IAF establishments with starting salaries up to ₹1,77,500/month.
Important Dates
Event
Date
Application Start
20 May 2026
Extended Last Date
21 June 2026
Exam Date
08 August 2026
Admit Card
July 2026
Application Fee
All Candidates
₹550
Payment Mode
Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI
Vacancy Details (Total: 379 Posts)
Branch
Posts
Flying
35
Ground Duty Technical (AE-L)
126
Ground Duty Technical (AE-M)
75
Admin & Logistics
62
Accounts
7
Meteorology
3
NCC Special Entry (Flying)
10% of total vacancies
About the Indian Air Force
Established on 8 October 1932 as the Royal Indian Air Force, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is the fourth largest air force globally with over 1,400 aircraft and 170,000 personnel. The IAF's motto "Touch the Sky with Glory" reflects its commitment to safeguarding Indian airspace and conducting aerial warfare. It has played crucial roles in conflicts including World War II, Indo-Pak wars, and Kargil operations. The AFCAT serves as the primary gateway for officers' recruitment in Flying, Technical, and Ground Duty branches. IAF offers exceptional career growth with opportunities for specialization in fighter pilots, transport aircraft, helicopters, engineering, and administration. Officers can rise to the rank of Air Chief Marshal with leadership roles in strategic commands.
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit (as on 01 January 2027)
Branch
Age Range
Flying
20-24 years
Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Tech)
20-26 years
Educational Qualification
Branch
Requirements
Flying
Bachelor's degree (any stream) with Physics+Maths at 10+2 OR B.E/B.Tech (60% marks)
Technical (AE-L)
4-year engineering degree in ECE/EEE/Telecom (60% in 10+2 Physics+Maths)
Technical (AE-M)
Mechanical/Aeronautical Engineering degree (60% in 10+2 Physics+Maths)
Administration
Any bachelor's degree (60%) with height: 157.5cm(M)/152cm(F)
Selection Process
Stage 1: AFCAT Written Exam (100 questions, 2 hours)
Stage 2: AFSB Testing (5-day process at Mysuru/Dehradun/Varanasi)
Stage 3: Medical Examination at IAF Central Medical Establishment
Stage 4: Merit List Preparation
Salary & Benefits
Rank
Pay Scale (Level 10)
Approx. In-Hand Salary
Flying Officer
₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500
₹80,000 - ₹95,000/month
Benefits
Free medical facilities, subsidized housing, 60 days annual leave, insurance cover, flying allowance (for pilots), post-retirement benefits
Career Growth Path
Flying Branch: Flying Officer → Flight Lieutenant → Squadron Leader → Wing Commander → Group Captain → Air Commodore → Air Vice Marshal → Air Marshal → Air Chief Marshal
Ground Duty: Similar progression with branch-specific promotions in technical/administrative roles
Important Links
Official AFCAT Website
Indian Air Force Wikipedia
Apply Online
Download Notification PDF
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