Latest notifications for IAF AFCAT recruitment 2026 updated today are listed here. Below is the complete list of all IAF AFCAT recruitment in India for the current year 2026 where you can find information on how you can apply and register for various opportunities:
IAF AFCAT Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 340 Officer Vacancies in Flying and Ground Duty Branches | Last Date: 19th December 2025 [EXTENDED]
The Indian Air Force (IAF), operating under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has issued a notification for the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 01/2026 for the recruitment of 340 officers. This recruitment offers Short Service Commission (SSC) for both Men and Women in Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branches, as well as Permanent Commission (PC) through NCC Special Entry. The courses will commence in January 2027. The online application portal will open on 17th November 2025 and close on 14th December 2025 19th December 2025. The AFCAT 2026 exam is scheduled for 31st January 2026.
Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers (Flying and Ground Duty)
Education
Graduation / B.E / B.Tech / PG with 60% marks
Total Vacancies
340
Apply Mode
Online
Job Location
Across India
Last Date To Apply
19th December 2025 [DATE EXTENDED]
IAF AFCAT 2026 Officer Vacancy
Post Name
Vacancy
Education
Flying Branch
38
Graduation / B.E / B.Tech with 60%
Ground Duty (Technical)
188
10+2 with Physics & Math + B.E / B.Tech / PG in Engg
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
114
Graduation in any discipline / B.Com / MBA / MA / MCA / M.Sc
NCC Special Entry (Flying Branch)
10% of AFCAT vacancies
Graduation / B.E / B.Tech with 60% + NCC Air Wing ‘C’ Certificate
Eligibility Criteria
Education
Flying Branch (AFCAT & NCC Entry): Graduate with 60% marks in any discipline + 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics OR B.E/B.Tech with 60%
Ground Duty (Technical): 10+2 with Physics and Math + 4-Year Engineering or Technology Degree
Ground Duty (Non-Technical): Graduate Degree or PG (as per stream: Admin, Accounts, Education)
Meteorology: PG in Science / Environment / Geo-sciences subjects with 50% aggregate
Salary
Pay Level: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Pay Level 10)
Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500 per month
Additional allowances as per IAF rules based on branch and posting
Age Limit
Flying Branch & NCC Special Entry: 20 to 24 years (Born between 02 Jan 2003 to 01 Jan 2007)
Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical): 20 to 26 years (Born between 02 Jan 2001 to 01 Jan 2007)
Age relaxation applicable as per Govt norms
Application Fee
Category
Application Fee
AFCAT Entry (All)
₹550/- + 18% GST
NCC Special Entry
Nil
Payment Mode
Online
Selection Process
Online Examination (AFCAT)
Document Verification
Medical Examination
How to Apply
Eligible candidates can apply online via the AFCAT CDAC official portal. Follow these steps:
Step 1: Visit afcat.cdac.in between 17th November and 14th December 2025 Step 2: Fill in your personal, communication, educational details Step 3: Upload scanned photo, signature, and thumb impression Step 4: Pay the application fee (₹550 + GST) via online mode Step 5: Submit the form before 14th December 2025 (11:30 PM)
IAF AFCAT Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for 280+ Flying & Ground Duty Officer Posts | Last Date: 9th December 2025
The Indian Air Force (IAF), under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India, has released the notification for AFCAT 01/2026/NCC Special Entry to recruit Men and Women for Short Service Commission (SSC) in Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branches. The recruitment is for courses commencing in January 2027, offering a gateway for graduates to become commissioned officers in the Indian Air Force. Eligible Indian citizens can apply online from 10th November 2025 to 9th December 2025 through the official AFCAT portal. This includes NCC Special Entry and Meteorology Branch vacancies as well.
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