AFCAT Recruitment 2025: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has announced the AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment Notification inviting men and women to join as Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) branches. This is one of India’s most prestigious opportunities to serve the nation and begin a dynamic defense career.
The AFCAT 01/2026 exam will be conducted on 31 January 2026, and online applications will be accepted from 17 November 2025 to 14 December 2025 through the official website afcat.edcil.co.in.
AFCAT Recruitment 2025 Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Post Name | Flying Branch & Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) |
| Total Vacancies | Various (Tentative – subject to change) |
| Qualification | Graduation / B.E. / B.Tech / Post Graduation (as per branch) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Salary | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month (Level 10) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Official Website | https://afcat.edcil.co.in |
AFCAT Recruitment 2025 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 31 October 2025 |
| Online Application Start Date | 17 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 14 December 2025 |
| Admit Card Download | From 22 January 2026 |
| AFCAT Exam Date | 31 January 2026 (Saturday) |
AFCAT Recruitment 2025 Vacancy Details
| Branch | Entry Type | Vacancies* |
|---|---|---|
| Flying Branch | AFCAT & NCC Special Entry | 34 (Men) + 4 (Women) + 10% NCC quota |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | AE (L) & AE (M) | 100+ (Men), 38 (Women) |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | Admin, Lgs, Accts, Edn, Met, WS | 90+ (Men), 25+ (Women) |
*Vacancies are tentative and subject to change as per IAF requirements.
AFCAT Recruitment 2025 Salary Details
| Rank | Pay Scale (7th CPC) | Approx. Monthly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Flying Officer | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10) | ₹85,000+ (approx. with allowances) |
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Additional benefits include flying allowance, military service pay, insurance, canteen facilities, and subsidized housing.
AFCAT Recruitment 2025 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality:
Candidate must be a citizen of India.
Age Limit (as on 01 Jan 2027):
- Flying Branch: 20 – 24 years
- Ground Duty (Tech/Non-Tech): 20 – 26 years
(Relaxation up to 26 years for CPL holders)
Educational Qualification
- Flying Branch: Graduation (Minimum 60%) with Physics & Maths at 10+2 level or B.E./B.Tech.
- Ground Duty (Technical): B.E./B.Tech in relevant Engineering disciplines.
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical): Graduation / Post-Graduation in any stream with minimum 60%.
(Final-year students can also apply, subject to eligibility.)
AFCAT Recruitment 2025 Selection Process
- Written Test (AFCAT) – Online computer-based exam (100 questions / 2 hours / 300 marks).
- AFSB Interview (SSB) – Psychological & Group Tests.
- Medical Examination.
- Final Merit List.
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AFCAT Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | ₹550 + GST |
| NCC Special Entry | No Fee |
Steps to Apply for AFCAT Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website https://afcat.edcil.co.in.
- Click on “AFCAT 01/2026 – Apply Online”.
- Register using valid email & mobile number.
- Fill in personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload photograph, signature & documents.
- Pay the application fee (if applicable).
- Submit the form and print the application for reference.
AFCAT Recruitment 2025 Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | Download |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Official Website | Visit Now |
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FAQs – AFCAT Recruitment 2025
Q1. What is the last date to apply for AFCAT 01/2026?
A. 14 December 2025 (11:30 PM).
Q2. What is the AFCAT 01/2026 exam date?
A. 31 January 2026 (Saturday).
Q3. What is the salary of an IAF Flying Officer?
A. ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month plus allowances.
Q4. Can women apply for AFCAT 2025?
A. Yes, both men and women can apply for Flying and Ground Duty posts.
Q5. How can I apply for AFCAT 2025?
A. Apply online through https://afcat.edcil.co.in.
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