The Indian Air Force (IAF) is preparing to release the official notification for the recruitment of AFCAT 02/2024/NCC Special Entry on its website, according to various media sources. Interested candidates should review the eligibility criteria, age limit, and thoroughly read the full notification before applying for the Air Force AFCAT 2/2024 Recruitment. Applicants can apply online through the link provided below.

AFCAT 2 2024 : Overview

Name of the Exam	AFCAT 2 2024 Exam
Conducted by	Indian Air Force
Post Name	Ground Duty (Non-Technical and Technical) and Gazetted Officers in Flying Branches
Vacancies	304
Exam Level	National
Frequency	Twice in a year
Category	Defence Jobs
Application Mode	Online
Registration Dates	30th May to 28th June 2024
Mode of Exam	Online (Computer Based Test)
Total Number of Questions	AFCAT: 100 & EKT: 50
Exam Language	English
Selection Process	Written test- AFSB Test- Medical Examination
Salary	Rs. 56100- Rs. 177500 (Flying Officer)
Official Website	www.afcat.cdac.in

Important Dates:

• Application Start: 30 May 2024
• Application Deadline: 28 June 2024
• Fee Payment Deadline: 28 June 2024
• Correction Window: To be announced
• Exam Date: September 2024
• Course Commencement: July 2025

AFCAT 2 Recruitment 2024 : Vacancy Details

Post Name	No. Of Posts (Male)	No. Of Posts (Female)	Total Vacancy	Qualification
Flying Branch	18	11	29	12th Passed with 50% Marks in Maths & Physics Bachelor Degree with 60% Marks
Ground Duty (Technical)	124	32	156	12th Passed with 50% Marks in Maths & Physics B.Tech Degree with 60% Marks
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)	95	24	119	Bachelor Degree with 60% Marks
NCC Special Entry	–	–	10% of total Vacancies	Bachelor Degree with 60% Marks NCC ‘C’ Certificate

Application Fee (Tentative):

• All Candidates: Rs. 550/-
• NCC Special Entry: No Fee
• Candidates must pay the examination fee using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other online payment methods.

Age Limit (as of 1 July 2025):

• Flying Branch and NCC Special Entry: 20 – 24 years
• Ground Duty (Tech/Non-Tech): 20 – 24 years

Selection Process for AFCAT 2 Recruitment 2024:

• Written Examination
• Air Force Selection Board (AFSB)
• Final Merit List

How to Apply for AFCAT 2 Recruitment 2024:

Candidates interested in applying can submit their applications online via the official Indian Air Force (IAF) website before 28 June 2024.

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FAQs

Q1. When did AFCAT 2 Notification 2024 released?

Ans. AFCAT Notification 2024 for AFCAT 2 Exam has been released on 20th May 2024.

Q2. How can I prepare for AFCAT 2 2024?

Ans. You should be disciplined and sincere with your preparation and shall study at least 3 hours a day for one month to clear the written Exam.

Q3. What is the full form of AFCAT?

Ans. Indian Air Force conducts AFCAT examination which stands for Air Force Common Entrance Test for admission in elite Air Force Academy.