Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026 Apply Online for 379 Commissioned Officer Posts
Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the AFCAT 02/2026 Notification for recruitment of 379 Commissioned Officer vacancies in Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branches. Eligible unmarried male and female candidates can apply online through the official AFCAT portal before 21 June 2026.
AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026
This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity to join the Indian Air Force as a Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officer and serve the nation with pride.
Organization: Indian Air Force (IAF)
Advertisement No.: AFCAT 02/2026
Total Vacancies: 379 Posts
Application Mode: Online
Job Location: Across India
Last Date to Apply: 21 June 2026 (Extended)
AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Exam Name | AFCAT 02/2026 |
| Post Name | Commissioned Officer |
| Total Vacancy | 379 Posts |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date | 21 June 2026 |
| AFCAT Exam Date | 08 August 2026 |
| Course Commencement | July 2027 |
| Official Website | afcat.cdac.in |
AFCAT 02/2026 Vacancy Details
Flying Branch
- Men & Women (SSC): 35 Posts
Ground Duty (Technical)
- Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics)
- Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical)
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
- Weapon Systems
- Administration
- Logistics
- Accounts
- Education
- Meteorology
NCC Special Entry
- Flying Branch
GATE Score Entry
- Ground Duty (Technical)
Total Vacancies: 379 Posts
Educational Qualification
Flying Branch
- Graduation (3 Years) in any discipline OR
- BE/B.Tech Degree
- Must have Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level.
Ground Duty (Technical)
- 4-Year Engineering Degree in relevant disciplines.
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
- Graduation / Post Graduation in relevant subjects as per post requirement.
NCC Special Entry
- NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ Certificate.
GATE Entry
- Valid GATE Score with eligible Engineering Degree.
Age Limit
Flying Branch
- 20 to 24 Years as on 01 July 2027.
Ground Duty Branches
- 20 to 26 Years as on 01 July 2027.
Age Relaxation: As per Indian Air Force Rules.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | ₹550 + GST |
| NCC Special Entry | No Fee |
| GATE Entry | No Fee |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
- AFCAT Online Examination
- Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
AFCAT Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Awareness | Included |
| English Verbal Ability | Included |
| Numerical Ability | Included |
| Reasoning & Military Aptitude | Included |
- Duration: 2 Hours
- Total Questions: 100
- Maximum Marks: 300
- Correct Answer: +3 Marks
- Wrong Answer: -1 Mark
Salary Details
During Training
- ₹56,100/- per month stipend
After Commissioning
- Pay Level-10
- ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month
- Military Service Pay and Other Allowances
Additional Benefits:
- Air Force Group Insurance
- Medical Facilities
- Travel Benefits
- Accommodation
- Pension Benefits (for Permanent Commission)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Start | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date | 21 June 2026 |
| Admit Card | 04 August 2026 (Tentative) |
| AFCAT Exam | 08 August 2026 |
| Training Begins | July 2027 |
How to Apply Online?
- Visit the official AFCAT website.
- Register using Email ID and Mobile Number.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload Photograph, Signature, Thumb Impression.
- Pay the application fee online.
- Submit the form and take a printout.
Required Documents
- Aadhaar Card
- Passport Size Photograph
- Signature
- Thumb Impression
- 10th & 12th Certificates
- Graduation/Engineering Certificates
- NCC Certificate (If Applicable)
- GATE Score Card (If Applicable)
Important Links
- Extended Link: Click here
- Apply Online: Click here
- Official Notification PDF: Click here
- Employment News Notification PDF: Click here
- Official Website: Click here
Conclusion
Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment is a golden opportunity for graduates and engineers aspiring to become Commissioned Officers in the Indian Air Force. Interested candidates should submit their online applications before the extended last date of 21 June 2026 and start preparing for the AFCAT examination scheduled for 08 August 2026.
