About Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
Indian Air Force has officially announced the recruitment process for AFCAT 02/2025 Batch Recruitment. A total of 284 vacancies will be filled through this recruitment drive. Selected candidates will be posted across All India.
Candidates can apply online through the official website. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Key highlights: age requirement is 20 to 26 years, the application fee varies by category (see fee table below). Candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility criteria and other requirements before applying.
Key Highlights
Vacancy Details โ Total 284 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Flying | 3 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Level / B.E / B.Tech Course | โ |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Technical (AE - L) | 108 | 10+2 Intermediate Minimum 60% Marks in Physics and Math and Minimum 4 Year Graduation / Integrated PG Degree in Engineering / Technology | โ |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Technical (AE - M) | 48 | 10+2 Intermediate Minimum 60% Marks in Physics and Math and Minimum 4 Year Graduation / Integrated PG Degree in Engineering / Technology | โ |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical (Admin) | 58 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with At Least Minimum 60% Marks | โ |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical (LGS) | 15 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with At Least Minimum 60% Marks | โ |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical (Accounts) | 11 | Bachelor Degree in Commerce B.Com with At Least Minimum 60% Marks | โ |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical (Education) | 9 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with At Least Minimum 60% Marks | โ |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical (Weapon Systems) | 24 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with At Least Minimum 60% Marks | โ |
| Meteorology Entry | 8 | For Eligibility Details Read the Notification | โ |
| NCC Special Entry Flying | 10% seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC and 10% seats out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC | NCC Air Wing Senior Division 'C' certificate and Other Details as per Flying Branch Eligibility | โ |
Important Dates
| Exam Date | As per Schedule |
| Application Begin | 02/06/2025 |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam |
| Last Date Apply Online | 01/07/2025 |
| Last Date Pay Exam Fee | 01/07/2025 |
Application Fee
| afcat / entry | 550/- |
| payment / mode | Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, E Challan |
| ncc / special / entry | 0/- |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 26 Years |
| Age Cutoff Date | 01/07/2026 |
| Relaxation (FLYING/BATCH) | 20-24 Years |
| Relaxation (NCC/SPECIAL/METEOROLOGY) | Read the Notification |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Level / B.E / B.Tech Course for Flying Branch. For Ground Duty Technical: 10+2 Intermediate Minimum 60% Marks in Physics and Math and Minimum 4 Year Graduation / Integrated PG Degree in Engineering / Technology. For Ground Duty Non Technical: Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with At Least Minimum 60% Marks. For Accounts: Bachelor Degree in Commerce B.Com with At Least Minimum 60% Marks. For NCC Special Entry: NCC Air Wing Senior Division 'C' certificate.
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
Physical Standards & Medical Requirements
| Minimum Height | Male: 157.5 CMS, Female: 152 CMS |
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Indian Air Force โ https://afcat.cdac.in.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for AFCAT 02/2025 Batch Recruitment.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the last date to apply for AFCAT 02/2025 Batch Recruitment?
The last date to apply online is 01/07/2025.
What is the application fee for AFCAT entry?
The application fee for AFCAT entry is 550/- for all candidates.
Is there any application fee for NCC Special Entry?
No, the application fee for NCC Special Entry is 0/-.
What is the age limit for AFCAT Flying Branch?
The age limit for AFCAT Flying Branch is 20-24 years as on 01/07/2026.
What is the age limit for Ground Duty Technical/Non-Technical branches?
The age limit for Ground Duty Technical/Non-Technical branches is 20-26 years as on 01/07/2026.
What is the total number of vacancies available in AFCAT 02/2025 Batch?
The total number of vacancies available is 284 posts.
What are the educational qualifications required for AFCAT Flying Branch?
Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Level / B.E / B.Tech Course.
What are the educational qualifications required for Ground Duty Technical (AE - L) branch?
10+2 Intermediate Minimum 60% Marks in Physics and Math and Minimum 4 Year Graduation / Integrated PG Degree in Engineering / Technology.
What are the educational qualifications required for Ground Duty Non-Technical (Admin) branch?
Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with At Least Minimum 60% Marks.
What are the educational qualifications required for Accounts branch?
Bachelor Degree in Commerce B.Com with At Least Minimum 60% Marks.
What are the educational qualifications required for NCC Special Entry Flying?
NCC Air Wing Senior Division 'C' certificate and Other Details as per Flying Branch Eligibility.
What is the height requirement for male candidates?
The height requirement for male candidates is 157.5 CMS.
What is the height requirement for female candidates?
The height requirement for female candidates is 152 CMS.
When will the exam be conducted?
The exam date will be as per schedule and will be announced later.
When will the admit card be available?
The admit card will be available before the exam.
What is the selection process for AFCAT 02/2025 Batch?
The selection process details are not mentioned in the notification; please refer to the official notification for details.
Can I pay the application fee through offline mode?
The notification mentions payment modes as Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, E Challan. Offline mode is not specified.
What documents are required to apply for AFCAT 02/2025?
Hand Writing, Eligibility, ID Proof, Address Details, Basic Details, Photo, Sign, ID, Thumb, Proof.
Is there any relaxation in age limit for reserved categories?
The notification mentions to read the notification for age-related queries; specific relaxation details are not provided.