The Indian Airforce has released the official notification for AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2025. The online application process has started from 17 November 2025 and the last date to apply online is 14 December 2025. Candidates who wish to join the Indian Airforce as officers in Flying Branch, Ground Duty Technical, and Ground Duty Non-Technical branches can now apply for the AFCAT 01/2026 examination.
The complete details regarding eligibility, age limit, vacancy distribution, syllabus, and salary are available in the official advertisement. Interested candidates are advised to read the full notification before applying online.
Important Dates
- Application Start: 17/11/2025
- Last Date to Apply Online: 14/12/2025
- Fee Payment Last Date: 14/12/2025
- AFCAT Exam Date: 31/01/2026
- Admit Card: Before Exam
- Result: As per schedule
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹550
- SC / ST: ₹550
- Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking
Age Limit (As on 01/01/2027)
Flying Branch (AFCAT & NCC Special Entry)
- Minimum: 20 Years
- Maximum: 24 Years
Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical)
- Minimum: 20 Years
- Maximum: 26 Years
Age relaxation and detailed eligibility must be checked in the official AFCAT 01/2026 notification.
AFCAT 01/2026 Vacancy Details
AFCAT Entry
Flying Branch
- Men (SSC): 34
- Women (SSC): 04
Ground Duty Technical Branch
| Branch | Men PC | Women PC | Men SSC | Women SSC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AE (L) | 03 | 03 | 100 | 23 |
| AE (M) | 09 | 03 | 38 | 09 |
Ground Duty Non-Technical Branch
- Weapon System (WS): Men SSC 21, Women SSC 05
- Admin: Men SSC 48, Women SSC 12
- Logistics (LGS): Men SSC 09, Women SSC 02
- Accounts: Men SSC 08, Women SSC 02
- Education: Men SSC 02, Women SSC 02
- Meteorology (MET): Men SSC 01, Women SSC 02
NCC Special Entry (Flying)
- 10% of seats from CDSE vacancies (PC)
- 10% of seats from AFCAT vacancies (SSC)
| Entry | Branch | Men PC | Women PC | Men SSC | Women SSC |
| AFCAT | Flying | – | – | 34 | 04 |
| Ground Duty Technical | AE L : 03AE M : 09 | AE L : 03AE M : 03 | AE L : 100AE M : 38 | AE L : 23AE M : 09 | |
| Ground Duty Non Technical | – | – | Weapon System WS Branch : 21Admin : 48LGS : 09Accts : 08Edn : 02MET : 01 | Weapon System WS Branch : 05Admin : 12LGS : 02Accts : 02Edn : 02MET : 02 | |
| NCC Special Entry | Flying | – | – | 10% Seat out of CDSE Vacancies for PC and 10% Seats Out of ACFAT Vacancies for SSC | 10% Seat out of CDSE Vacancies for PC and 10% Seats Out of ACFAT Vacancies for SSC |
How to Fill Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Online Form
- Visit the official AFCAT website and click on the AFCAT 01/2026 application link.
- Register yourself and fill out the online form carefully.
- Read the official notification thoroughly before applying.
- Keep required documents ready: photo, signature, ID proof, educational certificates.
- Check all details carefully before final submission.
- Pay the examination fee if required.
- Take a printout of the final submitted form for future reference.
Important Links
- Apply Online – Click Here
- Download Notification – Click Here
- AFCAT Official Website – Click Here
FAQ Section
Indian Airforce AFCAT 01/2026 Online Form 2025 – FAQs
Q1. When will the AFCAT 01/2026 online form start?
The AFCAT 01/2026 online application started on 17 November 2025.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for AFCAT 01/2026?
The last date to apply online is 14 December 2025.
Q3. What is the exam date for AFCAT 01/2026?
The AFCAT 01/2026 exam will be conducted on 31 January 2026.
Q4. What is the application fee for AFCAT 01/2026?
The application fee for all categories (General/OBC/EWS/SC/ST) is ₹550.
Q5. What is the age limit for the Flying Branch in AFCAT 01/2026?
The age limit is 20 to 24 years as on 01 January 2027.
Q6. Can female candidates apply for AFCAT 01/2026?
Yes, female candidates can apply for Flying and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) branches.
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