Defense / Apprentice
Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 01/2027 Batch
Total Vacancies
300
Last Date
11 Dec 2026
31 days left
Application Fee
Rs. 550 for all candidates (Exempted for NCC special entry where applicable).
Age Limit
20 to 24 Years (Flying) / 20 to 26 Years (Ground Duty)
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Job Description
The Indian Air Force has released the official AFCAT 01/2027 notification for selection of Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches for courses commencing in January 2028.
Advertisement No: AFCAT - 01/2027
Salary / Pay Scale: Level 10 in Pay Matrix (₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500) + MSP ₹15,500 + Flying allowances.
Exam Pattern
Online exam consisting of General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning & Military Aptitude Test.
Syllabus
General English, Mathematics, Reasoning, General Knowledge, and EKT (Engineering Knowledge Test) for technical branch applicants.
Required Documents
10th/12th certificates, graduation degree, Aadhar card, passport photo, signature.
Eligibility Criteria
Unmarried Indian citizens meeting stringent medical and physical fitness standards.
Educational Qualification: Minimum 60% marks in graduation (with Physics & Maths at 10+2 for Flying) or B.Tech degree or Post Graduation degree in relevant subjects.
Age Limit: 20 to 24 Years (Flying) / 20 to 26 Years (Ground Duty)
Age Relaxation: Upper age relaxation for valid commercial pilot license holders as per rules.
Experience: 0 Years (Freshers)
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 10 Nov 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 Dec 2026 |
| Exam Date | February 2027 |
Minimum 60% marks in graduation (with Physics & Maths at 10+2 for Flying) or B.Tech degree or Post Graduation degree in relevant subjects.
AFCAT Online Written Examination, AFSB Testing (Stage 1 & Stage 2), and Medical Examination.
Apply online through the official careers portal (afcat.cdac.in).
Important Instructions
- Read the official notification carefully before applying
- Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria
- Keep scanned copies of required documents ready
- Apply only through the official link provided
- Save/print the application form for future reference
Important Links
https://careerindianairforce.cdac.in/
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Indian Air Force (IAF) has released Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 01/2027 Batch. Candidates can check the details on this page for vacancy, eligibility, important dates and apply online link.
The last date to apply for Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 01/2027 Batch is 11 Dec 2026.
There are 300 vacancies for Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 01/2027 Batch.
The age limit is 20 to 24 Years (Flying) / 20 to 26 Years (Ground Duty). Age relaxation is applicable as per Indian Air Force (IAF) norms.
Educational qualification required: Minimum 60% marks in graduation (with Physics & Maths at 10+2 for Flying) or B.Tech degree or Post Graduation degree in relevant subjects..