Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment – Key Highlights
| Recruiting Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF), Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India |
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| Examination | AFCAT (01/2027) Entry – Courses Commencing January 2028 |
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| Total Vacancies | 284 Posts (Group A Gazetted Officers) |
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| Branch Distribution | Flying: 36 | Ground Duty (Technical): 124 | Ground Duty (Non-Technical): 108 |
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| Additional Entries | NCC Special Entry & GATE Score Entry (separate vacancies) |
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| Minimum Qualification | Graduate in any discipline (Flying: B.Sc. Physics/Math preferred) or BE/B.Tech |
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| Age Limit | Flying: 20–24 Years | Technical: 20–26 Years | Non-Technical: 20–26 Years |
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| Application Fee | Rs. 550/- + GST |
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| Application Mode | Online via IAF Recruitment Portal |
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| Last Date to Apply | 11th December 2026 |
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| Official Portal | indianairforce.nic.in |
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Branch-Wise Vacancy Distribution (284 Posts)
| Branch | Vacancies | Qualification | Age Limit |
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| Flying Branch | 36 Posts | Graduate (B.Sc. Physics/Math preferred) | 20–24 Years |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | 124 Posts | B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech in Engineering | 20–26 Years |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | 108 Posts | Graduate in any discipline | 20–26 Years |
| Total AFCAT Vacancies | 268 Posts |
* Additional vacancies under NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry are advertised separately.
Eligibility Criteria
Flying Branch
- Graduate with minimum 60% aggregate marks with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 or graduate level.
- Must qualify the Combined Defence Services (CDS) medical examination standards.
Ground Duty (Technical) Branch
- B.E. / B.Tech / M.Tech degree in Engineering from a recognized University.
- Minimum 60% aggregate marks in engineering discipline.
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Branch
- Graduate degree in any discipline from a recognized University with minimum 60% marks.
AFCAT Selection Process
- AFCAT Written Examination: Computer-based test covering Reasoning, General Awareness, Numerical & Verbal Ability, and Domain Knowledge (for Technical branch).
- AIR (Air Force Interview): Services Selection Board interview including WBG, Officer's Interview, and Psychology tests.
- Medical Examination: Rigorous medical assessment at Air Force Hospital as per IAF standards.
- Final Merit List: Prepared on combined merit of AFCAT score, AIR performance, and medical fitness.
How to Apply Online for AFCAT 01/2027
- Visit the official IAF recruitment portal or the dedicated AFCAT registration page.
- Register with your email ID and mobile number; verify via OTP.
- Fill in personal details, academic records, and select preferred branch(es).
- Upload passport photograph, signature, and educational certificates.
- Pay the application fee of Rs. 550/- + GST online.
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page.
Important Dates
| Application Commenced | 12th November 2026 |
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| Last Date to Apply Online | 11th December 2026 |
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| AFCAT Examination Date | February 2027 (date to be notified) |
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| Courses Commence | January 2028 |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: How many total AFCAT vacancies are advertised?
A: 284 posts comprising Flying (36), Ground Duty Technical (124), and Ground Duty Non-Technical (108), plus NCC and GATE entries.
Q2: What is the application fee?
A: Rs. 550/- plus applicable GST.
Q3: What is the age limit for Flying Branch?
A: 20 to 24 years. For Ground Duty branches, the age limit extends to 26 years.
