AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment Drive: 340 Officer Posts Announced – Apply Now
The Indian Air Force has officially released the AFCAT 01/2026 Notification for recruitment to the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) branches. A total of 340 vacancies have been announced for the 2025 cycle.
The AFCAT 01/2026 Online Application Form is now open from 17 November 2025 to 14 December 2025 through the official portal:
👉 afcat.cdac.in – Apply Online for AFCAT 01/2026
Candidates interested in the AFCAT 2026 Recruitment should carefully read the detailed notification before applying. The advertisement includes complete information on eligibility criteria, application fees, age limits, salary structure, selection procedure, training details, and other relevant instructions.
AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment 2025 – Important Dates
- Notification Released: 17 November 2025
- Online Registration Starts: 17 November 2025
- Last Date for Online Application: 14 December 2025
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 14 December 2025
- Correction Window: As per official schedule
- Admit Card Availability: To be announced
- Exam Date: To be notified
- Result Declaration: To be notified
Applicants should always verify the latest updates on the official Indian Air Force recruitment portal.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹550/-
- SC / ST / PwD: ₹550/-
- NCC Special Entry: ₹0/-
- Meteorology Entry: ₹0/-
Mode of Payment:
Credit Card, Debit Card, Net Banking, or Offline payment via E-Challan.
AFCAT 01/2026 Age Limit (as on 01 January 2027)
- Minimum Age: 20 Years
- Flying Branch: 20–24 Years
- Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical): 20–26 Years
For complete age relaxation details, refer to the official AFCAT 01/2026 notification.
Total Vacancies
340 Posts
AFCAT 01/2026 Vacancy Breakdown (2025)
| Entry Type | Post Name | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT | Flying | 34 | 4 | 38 |
| AFCAT – Ground Duty (Technical) | ||||
| AE (L) – SSC | 100 | 23 | 123 | |
| AE (M) – SSC | 38 | 9 | 47 | |
| AE (L) – PC | 3 | 3 | 6 | |
| AE (M) – PC | 9 | 3 | 12 | |
| AFCAT – Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | ||||
| Administration | 48 | 12 | 60 | |
| Logistics | 9 | 2 | 11 | |
| Accounts | 8 | 2 | 10 | |
| Education | 2 | 2 | 4 | |
| Weapon Systems (WS) Branch | 21 | 5 | 26 | |
| Meteorology | 1 | 2 | 3 | |
| NCC Special Entry | Flying | 10% of CDSE Vacancies (PC) + 10% of AFCAT Vacancies (SSC) |
AFCAT 01/2026 Eligibility Criteria (2025)
1. AFCAT Entry – Flying Branch
- Graduation in any discipline with Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 level,
OR - BE/B.Tech Degree from a recognized university.
2. Ground Duty (Technical)
Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics)
- 10+2 with Physics & Mathematics (50% each)
- 4-year Engineering/Integrated PG Degree in relevant fields
Aeronautical Engineering (Mechanical)
- 10+2 with Physics & Mathematics
- 4-year Engineering Degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Aeronautical or equivalent
3. Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
Administration & Logistics
- Bachelor’s Degree with 60% marks
Accounts
- B.Com with 60% marks
Education
- MA/M.Sc./MCA/MBA with 50% marks
Physical Standards (All Non-Technical Branches)
- Male: 157.5 cm
- Female: 152 cm
4. NCC Special Entry – Flying Branch
- NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ Certificate
- Other requirements as per Flying Branch norms
5. Meteorology Entry
- Master’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized institution
AFCAT 01/2026 Salary Structure (2025)
| Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Monthly Salary | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Allowances | As per Government regulation |
AFCAT 01/2026 Selection Procedure
The recruitment process includes the following stages:
- Written Examination
- AFSB Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
How to Apply for AFCAT 01/2026 Online (2025)?
The Indian Air Force has activated the online application link for AFCAT 01/2026 on its official recruitment website afcat.cdac.in. Candidates can apply by following these steps:
- Visit the official portal: afcat.cdac.in
- Open the AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment section.
- Click on "Apply Online".
- Complete the registration and fill the application form.
- Upload all required documents in the correct format.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
