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AFCAT 2027 Notification Released: Apply for Indian Air Force Positions

The Indian Air Force has officially announced the AFCAT 2027 notification, inviting applications for various positions in the Flying and Ground Duty branches. Interested candidates can apply online from November 12 to December 11, 2026, for courses starting in January 2028. With a total of 379 vacancies available, this is a significant opportunity for aspiring air force personnel. The article details eligibility criteria, salary information, and the exam pattern, ensuring candidates are well-prepared for the application process. Don't miss your chance to join the ranks of the Indian Air Force!
By Ambika Singh Nov 11, 2026, 19:50 IST

AFCAT 2027 Overview



AFCAT 2027: The Indian Air Force has announced the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 2026 notification in the 'Employment News' dated November 7–13, 2026. Applications are now open for Indian citizens aspiring to join the Flying and Ground Duty branches (both Technical and Non-Technical) through AFCAT-01/2027, along with the NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry. The online application process will start on November 12, 2026, and candidates can apply until December 11, 2026. This recruitment is for courses commencing in January 2028, with training set to begin in the first week of January 2028 at the Air Force Academy in Dundigal, Hyderabad.


Vacancies and Important Dates

As per the notification, there are 379 vacancies available in the Flying and Ground Duty branches. Here are the key dates:



  • Date of notification release: November 2, 2026


  • Application period: November 12, 2026 – December 11, 2026


  • Course commencement: January 2028, at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad



Salary and Benefits

Salary Details:


The pay scale for the positions is Level-10, ranging from ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500, along with a Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹15,500 per month.


Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualifications and Age Limit:


Flying Branch:



  • Age limit: 20 to 24 years (candidates born between January 2, 2004, and January 1, 2008)


  • Educational qualification: Minimum 50% in Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level, plus a 3-year bachelor’s degree (or equivalent BE/B.Tech) with at least 60% marks.



Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branches:



  • Age limit: 20 to 26 years (candidates born between January 2, 2002, and January 1, 2008)


  • Educational qualification: A relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree (e.g., B.Tech for Technical, B.Com for Non-Technical) with the required minimum marks.



Exam Pattern

Exam Structure:



  • Total Questions: 100 objective-type MCQs covering General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude Test.


  • Time Limit: 2 hours (120 minutes)


  • Marking Scheme: +3 for correct answers, -1 for incorrect answers, and 0 for unanswered questions.


  • Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT): 50 additional questions for Ground Duty (Technical) candidates (150 marks, 45 minutes).