Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2026: Application Deadline Extended – Apply Now!
Updated: December 14, 2025 6:48 AM
The Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT 01/2026 notification for 340 vacancies in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) branches. Courses commence in January 2027. Great news.
Indian Air Force (IAF) has announced AFCAT 01/2026 for 340 vacancies in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) branches, with courses starting January 2027. Applications are open online, with the deadline extended to December 19, 2025 (11:30 PM). Exam date: January 31, 2026. Ideal for graduates aged 20-26 seeking a prestigious defense career.
Overview About Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2026
Particular
Details
Notification
AFCAT 01/2026
Total Vacancies
340
Branches
Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), Ground Duty (Non-Technical), NCC Special Entry
Course Commencement
January 2027
Application Start Date
November 17, 2025
Application Last Date
December 19, 2025 (Extended – 11:30 PM)
Exam Date
January 31, 2026
Application Mode
Online only
Official Website
afcat.cdac.in or afcat.edcil.co.in
Why Apply?
Prestigious career, attractive salary, allowances, adventure, and job security
Vacancy Details
Entry Type
Branch/Sub-Branch
Men (SSC)
Women (SSC)
Men (PC)
Women (PC)
AFCAT Entry
Flying
34
4
–
–
AFCAT Entry
Ground Duty (Technical) – AE(L)
23
–
3
3
AFCAT Entry
Ground Duty (Technical) – AE(M)
9
–
9
–
AFCAT Entry
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Weapon Systems
21
5
–
–
AFCAT Entry
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Admin
48
12
–
–
AFCAT Entry
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Logistics
9
2
–
–
AFCAT Entry
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Accounts
8
2
–
–
AFCAT Entry
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Education
2
2
–
–
AFCAT Entry
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Meteorology
1
2
–
–
NCC Special Entry
Flying
10% of vacancies (PC & SSC)
–
–
–
Age Limit
Branch
Age Limit
Relaxation (with Valid CPL)
Flying Branch
20-24 years
Up to 26 years
Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical)
20-26 years
N/A
Must be unmarried.
Indian citizen.
Qualification Criteria
Branch
Key Requirements
Flying
Graduation (any stream) + 50% each in Maths & Physics at 10+2
Ground Duty (Technical)
BE/B.Tech in relevant discipline + 60% in Physics & Maths at 10+2
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
Graduation with 60% (specific degrees for sub-branches)
