AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

AFCAT 01/2026  Online Form 2026 – Start

Important Dates

Application Fee

• Short Notification Released: 03 November 2025
• Detailed Notification Release: 09 November 2025
• Online Application Start Date: 17 November 2025
• Last Date to Apply Online: 14 December 2025
• AFCAT 01/2026 Exam Date: 31 January 2026
• Result Announcement: 11 March 2026 
• Course Commencement: January 2027 

• All Candidates: ₹550
• NCC Special Entry: No fee
• Meteorology Entry: No fee

• Payment Mode (Online): You can make the payment using the following methods:
• Debit Card
• Credit Card
• Internet Banking
• IMPS
• Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

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Candidates who are interested in applying for AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment should carefully note the important dates related to the application process. According to the official notification, the online application process started on 17 November 2025, and eligible candidates were able to submit their forms until 14 December 2025. The AFCAT 01/2026 written examination is scheduled to be conducted on 31 January 2026 at various exam centers across India. After the examination, the result is expected to be declared in March 2026, and shortlisted candidates will then be called for the AFSB interview process. The training course for selected candidates is expected to begin in January 2027 at the Air Force Academy.

AFCAT 01/2026 Notification 2026 : Age Limits 

Total Post

• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 24 Years
• Candidates must be born between 02 January 2003 and 01 January 2007.
• Candidates holding a valid Commercial Pilot License (CPL) may receive age relaxation up to 26 years.
• Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical)
• Minimum Age: 20 Years
• Maximum Age: 26 Years
• Candidates must be born between 02 January 2001 and 01 January 2007. 

A total of 340 vacancies have been announced for different branches under AFCAT 01/2026.
Branch-wise Vacancies
Flying Branch: 38 Posts
Ground Duty (Technical):
Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics)
Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical)

Ground Duty (Non-Technical):
Administration
Logistics
Accounts
Education
Weapon Systems
Meteorology
Additionally, NCC Special Entry candidates can also apply for the Flying Branch under a separate quota. 

• Flying Branch
• Graduation in any discipline with minimum 60% marks and Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 level,
• OR
• BE/B.Tech degree with at least 60% marks.
• Ground Duty (Technical)
• BE/B.Tech degree in a relevant engineering discipline with minimum 60% marks.
• Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
• Administration / Logistics: Graduation with minimum 60% marks.
• Accounts: B.Com with minimum 60% marks.
• Education: Post-graduation in relevant subjects with required marks.
• Meteorology: Post-graduation in relevant science subject

 How To Fill AFCAT 01/2026  Online Form 2026 

• First, visit the official AFCAT portal and open the AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment application link.
• If you are a new user, complete the registration process by providing basic details such as name, email ID, and mobile number.
• After registration, log in using your registered credentials and open the application form.
• Fill in all the required information carefully, including personal details, educational qualifications, and branch preference.
• Upload the necessary documents such as passport-size photograph, signature, and other required certificates in the prescribed format.
• Pay the application fee online using debit card, credit card, net banking, or other available payment methods.
• Before submitting, review the entire form carefully to ensure all details are correct.
• Finally, submit the application form and take a printout of the confirmation page for future reference.
• Note – छात्रो से ये अनुरोध किया जाता है की वो अपना फॉर्म भरने से पहले Official Notification को ध्यान से जरूर पढे उसके बाद ही अपना फॉर्म भरे । (Last Date, Age Limit, & Education Qualification)

• AFCAT Written Examination (Computer Based Test)
• AFSB Interview – Includes psychological tests, group tasks, and personal interview
• CPSS Test – Only for candidates applying for the Flying Branch
• Medical Examination

The selection process for AFCAT 01/2026 Recruitment is conducted in several stages to select suitable candidates for different branches of the Indian Air Force. First, applicants must appear for the AFCAT written examination, which is conducted in online mode at various exam centers. Candidates who successfully clear the written exam are shortlisted for the Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview, where their personality, leadership qualities, and communication skills are evaluated through different tests and group activities.

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