Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026

Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026 has released notification for various posts Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical), Ground Duty (Non-Technical) under Air Force. Interested candidates can apply online from 17-11-2025 to 19-12-2025 at offical website : Click Here

Post Details:
  • Post Name: Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical), Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
  • Salary: ₹56,100 - ₹177,500
  • Minimum Qualification: Graduate
  • Minimum Age: 20 years
  • Total Vacancies: 340
  • Exam Date: To Be Announced

Read the notification for recruitment eligibility, post information, selection procedure, Physical Eligibility, pay scale and all other information..

Note – छात्रो से ये अनुरोध किया जाता है की वो अपना फॉर्म भरने से पहले Official Notification को ध्यान से जरूर पढे उसके बाद ही अपना फॉर्म भरे । (Last Date, Age Limit, & Education Qualification)

Read Official Notification / Apply Online

Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates

  • Apply Online Start Date 2025-11-17
  • Apply Online Last Date 2025-12-19
  • Last Date For Fee Payment 2025-12-19
  • Correction Last Date 2025-12-21
  • Exam Date To Be Announced
  • Admit Card To Be Announced
  • Result Date To Be Announced

Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee

  • General Fees ₹550/-
  • OBC Fees ₹550/-
  • SC Fees ₹550/-
  • ST Fees ₹550/-
  • Portal Charge ₹99/-
  • Payment Methods:
    Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

  • Minimum Age 20 Years
  • Max Age (General) 26 Years
  • Max Age (OBC) 26 Years
  • Max Age (SC) 26 Years
  • Max Age (ST) 26 Years
  • Max Age (Female) 26 Years
  • Age Relaxation:

    No age relaxation for caste categories; 2 years relaxation for Flying Branch candidates holding a valid DGCA Commercial Pilot License (up to 26 years).

Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026 – Total Post

340
Total Vacancies
₹56100 - ₹177500
Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026 – Salary / Pay Scale

Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026 – Category Wise Post

Post Name General EWS OBC SC ST Total
Flying Branch 38 0 0 0 0 38
Ground Duty Technical 188 0 0 0 0 188
Ground Duty Non-Technical 114 0 0 0 0 114

Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026 – Mode Of Selection

  • Written Exam (AFCAT) Step 1
  • AFSB Interview (Stage I & II) Step 2
  • Medical Examination Step 3
  • Final Merit List Step 4

Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026 – Post Details

Sno
Post Name
Eligibility
Salary
1
Flying Branch
12th with 50% in Physics/Maths + Graduation (60%) or B.E/B.Tech (60%)
Level 10 (Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500)
2
Ground Duty (Technical)
B.E/B.Tech degree with minimum 60% marks in relevant engineering branches
Level 10 (Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500)
3
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
Graduate Degree in any discipline with minimum 60% marks
Level 10 (Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500)

Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026 – Online Form Fill Instruction

  • 1. Visit the official AFCAT CDAC portal and click on 'Candidate Login' to select the AFCAT 01/2026 cycle.
  • 2. Register by providing your full name, father's name, mother's name, and a valid email ID to receive your system-generated password.
  • 3. Log in using your credentials and fill in the application form with your personal, educational, and communication details accurately.
  • 4. Select your preferred branch (Flying, Technical, or Non-Technical) based on your eligibility and priority.
  • 5. Upload a recent passport-sized color photograph, signature, and left thumb impression as per the specified dimensions.
  • 6. Choose five exam city preferences from the available list to ensure a convenient testing location.
  • 7. Pay the non-refundable examination fee of Rs. 550 plus GST through the integrated online payment gateway.
  • 8. Review the entire application in the preview section to correct any errors before clicking the 'Final Submit' button.
  • 9. Save a digital copy and take a printout of the successfully submitted application form for future reference during AFSB.
  • 10. Note that NCC Special Entry candidates do not need to pay the application fee but must upload their NCC 'C' Certificate.

Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2026 – Documents Required

S.No Documents Name Details
1 Matriculation/Secondary School Certificate This document is the primary proof for the candidate's date of birth and the correct spelling of their name and parents' names.
2 10+2/Intermediate Marksheet and Certificate Required to verify that the candidate has secured at least 50% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level.
3 Graduation Degree/Provisional Certificate Necessary to confirm the completion of a three or four
4 Engineering Degree Certificate Specifically for Ground Duty (Technical) branch applicants to verify eligibility in Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics or Mechanical) streams.
5 NCC Air Wing Senior Division 'C' Certificate Mandatory only for candidates applying through the NCC Special Entry scheme to avail direct AFSB interview calls.
6 Aadhaar Card Serves as the primary identity proof for the candidate during the written examination and the subsequent Air Force Selection Board stages.
7 Commercial Pilot License (CPL) Required only for Flying Branch candidates seeking age relaxation up to 26 years, issued by DGCA India.
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