IAF AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment — 379 Posts, Apply by 11 Dec 2026

Nov 02, 2026 20:05 Written by Newisty Editorial Team Indian Exam
IAF AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment — 379 Posts, Apply by 11 Dec 2026
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Job Summary:
• Who: Indian Air Force (IAF)
• What: AFCAT 01/2027 Commissioned Officer — 379 vacancies
• When: Apply 12 Nov — 11 Dec 2026
• Where: All India (Training at Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad)
• Apply: AFCAT Online Form at afcat.edcil.co.in

The Indian Air Force has announced the AFCAT 01/2027 entry along with NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry. Courses begin in January 2028. Both men and women can apply for Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) posts. The application window opens on 12 November 2026 and shuts on 11 December 2026.

Key Dates — IAF AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment

Online Application Start12 November 2026
Last Date to Apply Online11 December 2026 (11:30 PM)
Last Date for Fee Payment11 December 2026
AFCAT 01/2027 Exam DateTo Be Notified
Training CommencementJanuary 2028

Application Fees — AFCAT 01/2027 Entry

AFCAT Entry (All Candidates)Rs. 550/- + GST
NCC Special EntryNil
GATE Score EntryNil

Pay the fee using Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.

Age Limit — Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027

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Flying Branch20 to 24 years (up to 26 years for valid DGCA CPL licence holders)
Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical)20 to 26 years

Vacancy Details & Eligibility — AFCAT 01/2027

379 posts are open across three branches. Check what education you need below.

Post NameTotal PostsEligibility
AFCAT Flying Branch379 PostsGraduation in any discipline with minimum 60% marks and passed Math & Physics at 10+2 level; OR B.E./B.Tech with minimum 60% marks
Ground Duty (Technical Branch)—10+2 with 60% in Physics and Math plus a 4-year B.E./B.Tech degree in a relevant discipline
Ground Duty (Non-Technical Branch)—Bachelor's degree in any discipline with minimum 60% marks (2 seats reserved for Law qualified candidates)

Want to check how you will score in the written stage? Try our free AFCAT Preparation Tool before you fill the form.

Selection Process — IAF AFCAT Recruitment 2026

Getting selected takes four stages:

• AFCAT online computer-based test (NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry candidates skip this)
• Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) interview covering psychological tests, group tasks and a personal interview
• Computerised Pilot Selection System (CPSS) test — only for Flying Branch candidates
• Medical examination by IAF medical boards

A final All India Merit List is prepared using written test and AFSB marks.

How to Apply for AFCAT 01/2027 Online Form

Follow these steps to submit your form:

1. Go to afcat.edcil.co.in from 12 November 2026.
2. Choose your entry — AFCAT, NCC Special Entry, or GATE Score Entry.
3. Register with your name, mobile number and email ID.
4. Fill in personal details, marks and branch preferences.
5. Upload your scanned photo, signature and certificates in the asked format.
6. Pay Rs. 550 + GST online (NCC and GATE candidates pay nothing).
7. Submit before 11 December 2026, 11:30 PM and keep a printout.

Prepare early — start practising with the AFCAT Online Test Series while your application is processed.

Important Links — Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027

• Apply Online: Link activates on 12/11/2026
• Official Notification: Download PDF (Available Soon)
• Official Website: Visit IAF AFCAT Portal

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