AFCAT Recruitment 2026. The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the official notification for the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 01/2026 and NCC Special Entry on 3 November 2025. The AFCAT Notification has been published in the 8–14 November 2025 Employment Newspaper.
AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Overview Organization Indian Air Force (IAF) Exam Name Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 01/2026 Post Name Flying Officer Total Vacancies 284 (Approx) Notification Release Date 3 November 2025 Application Dates 10 November – 9 December 2025 Mode of Application Online Official Website afcat.cdac.in / afcat.edcil.co.in
AFCAT Vacancy 2026 Important Dates Event Date Notification Date 8–14 November 2025 (Employment News) Apply Start Date 10 November 2025 (11:00 AM) Apply Last Date 9 December 2025 (11:30 PM) Exam Date To be notified Course Commencement January 2027
AFCAT 2026 Application Fee Category Fee General / OBC / EWS ₹550/- SC / ST ₹550/- Mode of Payment Online
Vacancy Details & Qualification Post Name Vacancy Qualification Flying Officer 284 Graduate (Non-Technical) / B.Tech (Technical Branches)
Age Limit (as on 01.01.2027):
Flying Branch: 20–24 YearsGround Duty (Technical/Non-Technical): 20–26 YearsAge relaxation applicable as per rules. Selection Process Written Examination SSB Interview Document Verification Medical Examination How to Apply for AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Visit the official website — afcat.cdac.in Click on “AFCAT 01/2026 Apply Online” Fill out the application form carefully Upload required documents and pay the fee Submit and download the application form for future reference Important Links