AFCAT 02/2026 Notification: The Indian Air Force has released the official notification for AFCAT 02/2026, NCC Special Entry, and GATE Score Entry for courses commencing in July 2027. Both men and women candidates can apply for the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. The Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Notification has been released in the latest employment newspaper, and the applications will start from 20 May 2026, and the last date to apply is 19 June 2026.
Candidates can apply online through the official AFCAT portal afcat.edcil.co.in. The recruitment includes Permanent Commission (PC) and Short Service Commission (SSC) entries, depending on the branch and category.
Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Notification Overview
| Organization | Indian Air Force |
| Exam Name | Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2026 |
| Course Commencement | July 2027 |
| Entry Type | AFCAT Entry / NCC Special Entry / GATE Score Entry |
| Branches | Flying, Ground Duty Technical, Ground Duty Non-Technical |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 56,100 – 1,77,500 (Level-10) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | afcat.edcil.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 12 May 2026 |
| Online Registration Starts | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | Notify Later |
| Course Commencement | July 2027 |
AFCAT 02/2026 Application Fee
| Entry Type | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | Rs. 550 + GST |
| NCC Special Entry | No Fee |
| GATE Score Entry | No Fee |
AFCAT 02/2026 Vacancy Details and Qualification
Age Limit: The age limit to apply for AFCAT Recruitment 2025 is 20-24 Years for the Flying Branch and 20-26 Years for the Ground Duty (Technical/ Non-Technical) Branches. The cutoff date for the calculation of the age limit is 01.07.2027. The age relaxation will be given as per the rules.
| Exam Name | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Exam | 300+ | Graduate or Degree in Related Field (Non-Technical)/ B.Tech (for Technical) |
AFCAT 02/2026 Selection Process
The notification states that selection in the Indian Air Force is strictly fair and merit-based. Online testing will be conducted for AFCAT entry at various centers. Candidates appearing for the Air Force Selection Board for the first time will be eligible for Travel Allowance as per the rules mentioned in the notification.
The Selection Process of AFCAT Recruitment 02/2026 includes the following stages.
- Written Exam
- Air Force Selection Board (AFSB)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Important Links
| AFCAT 02/2026 Notification (Employment News) | Notice PDF |
| AFCAT 02/2026 Detailed Notification PDF (Soon) | Notification |
| AFCAT 02/2026 Online Form (From 20.05.2026) | Apply Online |
| AFCAT Edcil Official Website | AFCAT 2026 |
