The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the notification for AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026. This recruitment is for eligible male and female candidates to join the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-branches. Graduates and engineering candidates who are interested can apply for Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officer posts. The application process is completely online.
The online registration process began on 12 November 2026. Will end on 11 December 2026. Candidates who want to join the Indian Air Force must carefully check the eligibility criteria age limit, educational qualifications and the selection process. It is important to review all details before submitting the application form.
The AFCAT 01/2027 examination is set to take place on 31 January 2027. Selected candidates will begin their training courses in January 2028. This is an opportunity for young men and women to serve in the Indian Air Force and build a strong career, in the armed forces.
Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Total Vacancies | 284 (as reported; check notification) |
| Qualification | Graduation / Engineering / Postgraduation (branch-wise) |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 12 November 2026 |
| Last Date | 11 December 2026 |
| Exam Date | 31 January 2027 |
| Course Commencement | 1 January 2028 |
| Official Website | https://afcat.edcil.co.in/index.html |
Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details
The notification includes 284 vacancies through AFCAT and GATE Score Entry. NCC Special Entry vacancies are calculated separately according to the prescribed percentage.
| Branch | Vacancies |
| Flying Branch (AFCAT Entry) | 36 |
| Ground Duty Technical (AFCAT Entry) | 124 |
| Ground Duty Non-Technical (AFCAT Entry) | 108 |
| Ground Duty Technical (GATE Entry) | 16 |
| Total | 284 |
Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 – Educational Qualifications
Candidates must have the required educational qualifications for their selected branch.
- Flying Branch
- Passed Class 12 with Mathematics and Physics getting at 50% marks in each subject.
- Graduation with a minimum three-year degree course in any discipline with at least 60% marks or
- BE/BTech degree with at least 60% marks from a recognized university.
- Ground Duty (Technical) Branch
- Candidates must have passed Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics.
- Must have a four-year engineering or technology degree in the eligible disciplines.
- Eligible candidates may also include those with the specified MSc Electronics and BSc Physics qualifications to notification conditions.
- Ground Duty (Non-Branch)
- Administration & Logistics: Graduation in any discipline with at least 60% marks.
- Accounts: B.Com, BBA (Finance) BMS (Finance) BBS (Finance) B.Sc. Finance or professional qualifications such as CA, CMA, CS or CFA as specified.
- Education: Graduation with 60% marks and postgraduate qualification with 50% marks.
- Meteorology: B.Sc. With Physics and Mathematics or eligible four-year engineering qualification.
- GATE Score Entry
- Candidates with a BE/BTech qualification and a valid GATE score, in the prescribed engineering disciplines can apply for Ground Duty Technical GATE Score Entry.
Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit
| Branch | Age Limit (as on 01 January 2028) |
| Flying Branch | 20 to 24 Years |
| Ground Duty Technical | 20 to 26 Years |
| Ground Duty Non-Technical | 20 to 26 Years |
Age relaxation: Candidates holding a valid and current Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) issued by DGCA can get an upper age limit relaxation up to 26 years for the Flying Branch.
Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 – Application Fee
| Category | Application Fee |
| AFCAT Entry | ₹550 + 18% GST |
| NCC Special Entry | No Fee |
The application fee is non-refundable.
Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 – Salary
Candidates selected for the Indian Air Force will receive an attractive salary along with various allowances and benefits.
- Rank: Flying Officer
- Pay Level: Level 10
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
- Military Service Pay (MSP): ₹15,500
- Training Stipend: ₹56,100 per month
Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 – Selection Process
The selection process consists of the following stages:
- AFCAT Online Written Examination.
- Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Testing.
- Medical Examination.
- Final Merit List.
Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 – Exam Pattern
| Particulars | Details |
| Exam Mode | Online |
| Exam Type | Objective Type |
| Total Questions | 100 |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours |
| Language | English |
| Negative Marking | 1 Mark for Each Wrong Answer |
Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 – Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 11 November 2026 |
| Online Application Start | 12 November 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 December 2026 |
| AFCAT Examination Date | 31 January 2027 |
| Admit Card Availability | 27 January 2027 |
| Course Commencement | January 2028 |
Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 : Online Form
How to Apply for Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates can follow these steps to submit their online applications:
- Visit the official AFCAT website.
- Click on AFCAT 01/2027 Apply Online.
- Register using your email ID and mobile number.
- Log in with your registration credentials.
- Fill in your personal and educational details.
- Select your preferred branch.
- Upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application form.
- Download and print the application form for future reference
Frequently Asked Questions – Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026
Q1. How many vacancies are available in Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment 2026?
A. There are 284 vacancies through AFCAT and GATE Score Entry for Flying and Ground Duty branches. NCC Special Entry vacancies are calculated separately.
Q2. What is the last date to apply for Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027?
A. The last date to submit the online application for AFCAT 01/2027 is 11 December 2026.
Q3. What is the qualification required for Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027?
A. Candidates must possess the required graduation, engineering or postgraduate qualifications, depending on their selected branch.
