Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026 :

Published On 20-05-2026
The Indian Air Force (IAF), has recently released the official advertisement for the recruitment of 379 Vacancies under Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026. The Online Application window will remain open from 20 May 2026 to 19 June 2026. Interested and Eligible Candidates can submit online application within this timeframe. Applicants are advised to read carefully the official notification Pdf of Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026 before submitting their application.
Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Notification 2026
Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026
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| Important Dates : |
| Application Start Date |
20 May 2026 |
| Last Date |
19 June 2026 |
| Last Date For Application Fee |
19 June 2026 |
| Correction Date |
As Per Schedule |
| Admit Card |
04 August 2026 |
| Exam Date |
08 August 2026 |
| Result Date |
To be notified |
| Application Fees : No Fee |
| AFCAT Entry (All Branches incl. Tech) |
₹ 550/- plus 18% GST (non‑refundable). |
| NCC Special Entry / GATE Score Entry |
NA |
Application Fee Payment Modes :-
- Online : Through Credit Card, Debit Card, UPI and Net Banking.
- Offline : Through E Challan.
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Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Vacancy 2026
| Name of Post |
No. Of Post |
| AFCAT Entry (Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), Ground Duty (Non‑Technical) |
353 |
| NCC Special Entry (Flying) |
10% seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC and 10% seats out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC reserved for NCC Air Wing ‘C’ Certificate holders. |
| GATE Score Entry (Ground Duty (Technical) |
26 |
| Total |
379 |
Eligibility Criteria:
| Name of Post |
Education Qualification |
| AFCAT Entry (Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), Ground Duty (Non‑Technical) |
- Flying Branch: * Mandatorily passed with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level.
Graduation with a minimum three-year degree course in any discipline from a recognized University, OR a 4-year BE/B.Tech degree from a recognized University, OR cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India.
- Ground Duty (Technical):
Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) {AE (L)}: Passed with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level. Must hold a minimum 4-year degree graduation/integrated post-graduation in Engineering/Technology in disciplines like Computer Science, IT, Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, etc., or an M.Sc. in Electronics with a B.Sc. in Physics.
Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical) {AE (M)}: Passed with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level. Must hold a minimum 4-year degree graduation/integrated post-graduation in Engineering/Technology in disciplines like Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial, Automobile, Metallurgy, Mechatronics, etc.
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical):
Weapon Systems (WS) Branch: Mandatorily passed with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level. Requires a minimum 3-year Graduation degree in any discipline OR a 4-year BE/B.Tech degree.
Administration & Logistics: Passed 10+2 and a Graduate Degree (Minimum 3-year degree course) in any discipline from a recognized university.
- Accounts Branch: Passed 10+2 and Graduation in any of the following streams: B.Com Degree (Min 3 years), BBA/BMS/BBS with specialization in Finance, B.Sc. with specialization in Finance, OR Qualified CA/CMA/CS/CFA.
- Education: Passed 10+2, Graduation in any discipline, and a Post-Graduation degree in any discipline.
- Meteorology: Passed 10+2 and a B.Sc. with Physics and Mathematics OR a 4-year Graduation in Engineering/Technology in specified streams.
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| NCC Special Entry (Flying) |
- Mandatorily passed with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level.
- Graduation with a minimum 3-year degree course in any discipline OR a 4-year BE/B.Tech degree from a recognized University.
- Core Requirement: Must mandatorily hold an NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ certificate acquired within two years commencing from the AFCAT registration date, when calculated backwards.
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| GATE Score Entry (Ground Duty (Technical)) |
- Must have qualified in any of the relevant disciplines of the GATE exam (such as Aerospace, Mechanical, Production, Computer Science, Electronics & Communication, Electrical, Instrumentation, etc.).
- Candidates must register with a valid GATE score obtained within three years preceding the date of commencement of the course.
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| Age Limit : 01.07.2027 |
| Minimum Age |
20 Years |
| Maximum Age |
26 Years |
- Please Read the Official Notification for more information.
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Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Salary 2026
| Name of Post/ Branch |
Salary |
| AFCAT Entry (Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), Ground Duty (Non‑Technical) |
- Pay Scale – ₹56,100/- to ₹1,77,500/-
- Pay Band – 3
- Initial Pay / Basic Pay – ₹56,100/-
- Pay Level – 10
- Grade Pay – ₹5,400/-
- Military Service Pay (MSP) – ₹15,500/- per month
- Stipend during Training – ₹56,100/- per month (for 1 year of training)
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| NCC Special Entry (Flying) |
| GATE Score Entry (Ground Duty (Technical)) |
- Please Read the Official Notification for more information.
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How To Apply Online Form Of Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026
- Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026 Notification has been released, all interested candidates can Apply online from 20/05/2026 to 19/06/2026.
- Visit the official website of the IAF – https://indianairforce.nic.in/
- Please download and carefully read the Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 2026 official notification before applying.
- Candidates are suggested to read all the Special and general instructions carefully.
- Click on the “Apply Online” link available on the homepage.
- Complete the new registration process by entering basic details such as name, date of birth, mobile number, and email ID.
- After registration, log in using the registration number and password.
- Fill in the online application form with accurate personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload scanned copies of the required documents, including passport-size photograph and signature, in the prescribed format.
- Pay the application fee online using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
- Review the complete application form carefully before final submission.
- Submit the application form and take a printout of the final submitted form and fee receipt for future reference.
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| Selection Process : |
- Written Exam
- Air Force Selection Board (AFSB)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
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| Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026 – FAQs |
| Q1. When will the online application window open for Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 2026 ?
Answer : The online application for Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 will start from 20 May, 2026.
Q2. What is the last date for Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 2026 ?
Answer : The last date to apply for Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 is 19 June, 2026.
Q3. How many vacancies in Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 2026 ?
Answer : Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Vacancy 2026 released for 379 Post.
Q4. What is the starting salary of Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 2026 ?
Answer : The starting salary of Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 2026 is ₹56,100/- Basic Pay.
Q5. What is the age limit for Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 2026 ?
Answer : The minimum age is 20 years and maximum age is 26 years to apply for Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 2026. |