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Advt No: AFCAT 01/2027Career Indian Air ForcePublished: 02/11/2026Last Updated: 02/11/2026

AFCAT 01 2027 Notification

The Career Indian Air Force has released the official notification for AFCAT 01/2027 Batch (January 2028 Course) offering 379 vacancies across Flying, Ground Duty Technical, and Non-Technical branches. Eligible candidates can submit their online applications from 12 November 2026 to 11 December 2026.

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Important Dates

Online Apply Start
12 November 2026
Last Date for Apply
11 December 2026 (11:00 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment
11 December 2026
Correction Date
Notify Later
Result Declared
Notify Later
Course Start
January 2028
Vacancies & Eligibility
Official Cadre
Vacancies379Total Posts
Prescribed Qualification

Graduate

Detailed vacancy & qualification criteria in the matrix below

Application Fee

CategoryFee
AFCAT Entry (All Candidates)
Rs. 550/-
NCC Special Entry & Meteorology Entry
Rs. 00/-
Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking.
Online: UPI, Cards & Net Banking

Age Limit

Minimum Age: 20 Years, Maximum Age: 26 Years as on 01 January 2028. Flying Batch: 20-24 Years, Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical): 20-26 Years.
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Vacancy Details & Educational Qualifications

Official allocations across cadres, vacancies, category quota, and prescribed eligibility criteria.

7 Allocations
Career Indian Air ForcePrescribed Discipline

Flying Branch (AFCAT Entry)

Flying Branch (AFCAT Entry)Pass / Prescribed Norms

Bachelor Degree in any stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or BE / B.Tech Course.

Fresher / No prior apprenticeship
Career Indian Air ForceMechanical & Allied

Ground Duty Technical (Aeronautical Engineering Electronics & Mechanical)

Ground Duty Technical (Aeronautical Engineering Electronics & Mechanical)Pass / Prescribed Norms

10+2 with minimum 60% marks in Physics and Math, plus a 4-year graduation or integrated PG degree in engineering/technology.

Fresher / No prior apprenticeship
Career Indian Air ForcePrescribed Discipline

Ground Duty Non-Technical (Administration & Logistics)

Ground Duty Non-Technical (Administration & Logistics)Pass / Prescribed Norms

Bachelor Degree in any stream with minimum 60% marks. Physical height standards apply.

Fresher / No prior apprenticeship
Career Indian Air ForceFinance, Accounts & Audit

Ground Duty Non-Technical (Accounts)

Ground Duty Non-Technical (Accounts)Pass / Prescribed Norms

Bachelor Degree in Commerce (B.Com) with minimum 60% marks. Physical height standards apply.

Fresher / No prior apprenticeship
Career Indian Air ForcePrescribed Discipline

Ground Duty Non-Technical (Education)

Ground Duty Non-Technical (Education)Pass / Prescribed Norms

MBA, MCA, MA, or M.Sc. degree with minimum 50% marks. Physical height standards apply.

Fresher / No prior apprenticeship
Career Indian Air ForcePrescribed Discipline

Meteorology Entry

Meteorology EntryPass / Prescribed Norms

Master Degree in any stream from a recognized university.

Fresher / No prior apprenticeship
Career Indian Air ForcePrescribed Discipline

NCC Special Entry (Flying)

NCC Special Entry (Flying)Pass / Prescribed Norms

NCC Air Wing Senior Division 'C' Certificate and meeting Flying Branch eligibility requirements.

Fresher / No prior apprenticeship
Total Sanctioned Posts:379 Posts

Mode of Selection / Selection Process

Sequential qualification stages in chronological order

1 Sequential Stages
01Interview / SSB

Computer Based Online Examination (AFCAT) followed by AFSB Interview and Medical Standards Examination.

Psychological, physical & officer aptitude assessment

How to Fill Form

Step-by-step verified candidate procedure for error-free form submission

7 Guided Steps
01Step 1

Visit Official Portal

Visit the official AFCAT application portal at afcat.edcil.co.in.

02Step 2

Locate Application Link

Click on the registration or 'Apply Online' link for AFCAT 01/2027.

03Step 3

Step 3 Protocol

Register using your valid Email ID and Mobile Number followed by OTP verification.

04Step 4

Enter Candidate Credentials

Log in to fill out personal details, educational qualifications, and branch preferences.

05Step 5

Upload Prescribed Documents

Upload scanned copies of your photograph, signature, and thumb impression in the specified format.

06Step 6

Pay Application Fee

Pay the required application fee online through digital payment modes and submit your form.

07Step 7

Final Verification & Submission

Download and print a hard copy of the final confirmation page for future reference.

Detailed Notification & Overview

The Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT 01/2027) opens doors for dynamic candidates seeking a prestigious career in the Indian Air Force with a Level-10 pay scale ranging from Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500/-. The recruitment covers multiple branches including Flying, Aeronautical Engineering, Administration, Logistics, Accounts, Education, and Meteorology. Applicants must fulfill precise age, educational, and physical standards outlined for each branch. The selection procedure involves an online computer-based examination followed by the Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) interview. Interested aspirants must ensure timely registration through the official portal before the closing date of 11 December 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

6 Essential Questions

Q1What is the application schedule and registration deadline for AFCAT 01/2027?

Online applications begin on 12 November 2026, and the final registration and fee payment deadline is 11 December 2026 at 11:00 PM.

Q2What educational qualifications are required for Flying and Ground Duty branches?

Flying branch candidates need a Bachelor's degree with Physics and Math at 10+2 or a BE/B.Tech degree. Ground Duty Technical candidates require engineering degrees with specific math/physics percentages, while Non-Technical branches require specific degrees like B.Com, MBA, MCA, MA, or M.Sc.

Q3What is the age limit criteria and reference date for eligibility?

The age limits are calculated as of 01 January 2028. The acceptable age range is 20 to 26 years overall, specifically 20-24 years for the Flying batch and 20-26 years for Ground Duty branches.

Q4How much is the application fee and what are the available payment modes?

The application fee is Rs. 550/- for general AFCAT entry candidates, whereas NCC Special Entry and Meteorology Entry applicants are exempt (Rs. 00/-). Fees can be paid via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.

Q5What are the steps to submit the application form and check further updates?

Candidates must register on the official portal with their email and mobile number, log in to complete the application form, upload required documents, pay the fee, and print the final confirmation page. Admit cards and results will be published on the same portal.

Q6Which is the official portal for verifying notifications and submitting applications?

Candidates should visit the official Career Indian Air Force portal at afcat.edcil.co.in for authentic announcements, brochures, and application links.

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