Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Registration Started – Apply Online For Flying Branch & Ground Duty Vacancies

Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially started AFCAT 02/2026 online registration for Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non Technical) Branches. Eligible male and female candidates can now apply online for Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2026 for courses commencing from July 2027. Candidates interested in Defence Jobs and Indian Air Force Officer Recruitment should carefully check eligibility criteria, age limit, educational qualification, selection process, salary details and medical standards before applying online.

Important Dates

Branches Available

• Flying Branch
• Ground Duty Technical Branch
• Ground Duty Non Technical Branch
• NCC Special Entry
• Meteorology Entry

Age Limit

Salary Details

Exam Pattern

• Total Questions : 100
• Total Marks : 300
• Duration : 2 Hours
• Correct Answer : +3 Marks
• Negative Marking : -1 Mark

Subjects Included

• General Awareness
• English Verbal Ability
• Numerical Ability
• Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test

Selection Process

• AFCAT Written Examination
• AFSB Interview
• Medical Examination
• Final Merit List

Physical Fitness Requirement

• Run Up To 5 Km
• Push Ups
• Sit Ups
• Chin Ups
• Swimming Recommended
• Physical Fitness Preparation Required Before Joining

How To Apply AFCAT 02/2026

1. Visit Official AFCAT Portal
2. Create Registration Account
3. Login Using Credentials
4. Fill Personal Details Carefully
5. Enter Educational Qualification Details
6. Select Branch Preference
7. Upload Photograph And Signature
8. Review Application Form Carefully
9. Submit Final Form
10. Download Confirmation Page

Important Points

• Only online applications will be accepted.
• Candidates should verify eligibility before applying.
• Use active Email ID and Mobile Number.
• Date Of Birth should match Class 10 certificate.
• Photograph and Signature must follow prescribed format.
• NCC Special Entry candidates are exempted from AFCAT Written Examination.
• Negative Marking applicable in examination.
• Candidates should maintain physical and medical standards.
• Marriage during training period is not permitted.

Documents Required

• Class 10 Certificate
• Class 12 Marksheet
• Graduation Certificate
• Passport Size Photograph
• Signature
• Identity Proof
• NCC Certificate (If Applicable)
• Category Certificate (If Applicable)

Medical Standards

• Candidates should meet AFCAT medical fitness standards.
• Vision standards applicable as per branch requirements.
• Height and weight standards applicable.
• Physical and mental fitness mandatory.
• Medical examination compulsory.

FAQ

19 June 2026.

08 August 2026.

₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 plus allowances.

Yes. One mark deducted for every wrong answer.

₹56,100 per month during training.