Important Update: The Indian Air Force (Bhartiya Vayu Sena) has announced the recruitment for the AFCAT 02/2026 Batch (July 2027 Course). A total of 379 positions are available. The online application process commenced on 20 May 2026 and will close on 19 June 2026. Candidates are encouraged to review the complete details for the AFCAT 02/2026 Online Form provided below.
Indian Air Force (Bhartiya Vayu Sena)
AFCAT 02/2026 Online Form
Airforce AFCAT 02/2026 (July 2027)
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Key Dates
- Application Start Date: 20 May 2026
- Last Date: 19 June 2026
- Fee Payment Last Date: 19 June 2026
- Exam Date: To Be Announced
- Admit Card: Before Exam
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Application Fee
- For All Candidates: Rs. 550/-
- Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, and other modes.
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AFCAT 02/2026 Age Criteria
- Age Limit As Of 01 January 2027
- AFCAT Flying Batch: 20-24 Years
- Ground Duty Technical / Non-Technical: 20-26 Years
- Age relaxation will follow AFCAT recruitment rules.
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AFCAT 02/2026 Vacancy Overview
Total Positions: 379
| Entry Type |
Post Code |
Total |
| AFCAT |
Flying |
35 |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Technical |
AE (L) |
126 |
| AE (M) |
75 |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non-Technical |
Admin |
62 |
| LGS |
06 |
| Accounts |
07 |
| GD Non-Technical |
Education |
03 |
| GD Non-Technical |
WS Branch |
26 |
| Meteorology Entry |
Meteorology |
03 |
| NCC Special Entry |
Flying |
- 10% of seats from CDSE vacancies for PC and 10% from AFCAT vacancies for SSC.
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AFCAT 02/2026 Educational Requirements
| AFCAT Entry |
| Branch Name |
Eligibility |
| Flying |
- Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in any stream with Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level or a B.E/B.Tech degree.
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| Ground Duty Technical |
- Aeronautical Engineering Electronics: Candidates must have a minimum of 60% in Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level and a 4-year degree in Engineering/Technology.
- Aeronautical Engineering Mechanical: Candidates must have a minimum of 60% in Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level and a 4-year degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or an equivalent degree.
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| AFCAT Entry Ground Duty Non-Technical |
| Branch Name |
Eligibility |
| Administration and Logistics |
- Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in any stream with at least 60% marks.
- Physical Standards: Male Height: 157.5 CMS | Female Height: 152 CMS
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| Accounts |
- Candidates must have a B.Com degree with at least 60% marks.
- Physical Standards: Male Height: 157.5 CMS | Female Height: 152 CMS
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| NCC Special Entry |
| Branch Name |
Eligibility |
| Flying |
- NCC Air Wing Senior Division 'C' certificate and other eligibility criteria as per the Flying Branch.
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| Meteorology Entry |
| Branch Name |
Eligibility |
| Meteorology |
- Candidates must have a B.Sc degree with Physics and Maths (60% marks).
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AFCAT 02/2026 Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Air Force Selection Board (AFSB)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
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AFCAT 02/2026 Application Process
- Candidates can apply through the official website of the Air Force before the last date.
- For more notifications, check the official site.
- Interested candidates should read all recruitment details carefully before applying.
- Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification regarding the last date, age limit, and qualifications before filling out the form.
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