The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the AFCAT 02/2026 Result for the July 2027 course. Candidates who appeared in the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT 02/2026) can now check and download their result online.

The AFCAT 02/2026 recruitment was conducted for Flying Branch, Ground Duty Technical, Ground Duty Non-Technical, Meteorology and NCC Special Entry. Candidates who qualify the written examination will proceed to the next stage of the selection process as per Indian Air Force rules.
This page provides complete information about the AFCAT 02/2026 Result, exam dates, application fee, age limit, eligibility, vacancy, selection process and important links.
AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Air Force |
| Examination | Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) |
| AFCAT Cycle | 02/2026 |
| Course | July 2027 |
| Recruitment Type | Officer Entry |
| Post/Branch | Flying, Ground Duty Technical & Non-Technical |
| Result Status | Released |
| Result Date | 09 September 2026 |
| Exam Date | 08 August 2026 |
| Official Website | afcat.edcil.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 21 June 2026 |
| Extended Last Date | 21 June 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21 June 2026 |
| Exam Date | 08 August 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 05 August 2026 |
| Answer Key / Response Details | 11 August 2026 |
| AFCAT 02/2026 Result | 09 September 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category / Entry | Fee |
|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | ₹550/- |
| NCC Special Entry | ₹0/- |
| SC/ST/OBC/EWS | As applicable under the prescribed entry rules |
For AFCAT entry, the examination fee can be paid through the available online payment modes such as Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking or UPI.
AFCAT 02/2026 Age Limit
The age limit is prescribed according to the branch and entry. For the July 2027 course:
- Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years.
- Candidates holding a valid Commercial Pilot Licence may receive the applicable upper-age relaxation as per the notification.
- Ground Duty Technical / Non-Technical: 20 to 26 years.
- Age will be calculated according to the date prescribed in the official AFCAT notification.
The Indian Air Force notification should be checked for the exact date-of-birth conditions and other age-related requirements.
AFCAT 02/2026 Vacancy Details
The recruitment includes vacancies in Flying, Ground Duty Technical, Ground Duty Non-Technical, Meteorology and NCC Special Entry.
| Entry / Branch | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Flying | 30 | 05 | 35 |
| AE (L) PC | 02 | 02 | 04 |
| AE (M) PC | 08 | 02 | 10 |
| AE (L) SSC | 107 | 25 | 132 |
| AE (M) SSC | 52 | 13 | 65 |
| AE (L) PC – GATE Entry | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| AE (M) PC – GATE Entry | 01 | 01 | 02 |
| AE (L) SSC – GATE Entry | 12 | 03 | 15 |
| AE (M) SSC – GATE Entry | 06 | 01 | 07 |
| Administration | 50 | 12 | 62 |
| Logistics | 04 | 02 | 06 |
| Accounts | 05 | 02 | 07 |
| Education | 01 | 02 | 03 |
| Weapon Systems | 21 | 05 | 26 |
| Meteorology | 01 | 02 | 03 |
| Total | 301 | 81 | 382 |
Note: Vacancy figures are subject to the conditions mentioned in the official notification and may be revised by the Indian Air Force.
AFCAT 02/2026 Eligibility
1. Flying Branch
Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with the required Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level, or an eligible B.E./B.Tech qualification, subject to the prescribed percentage and other conditions.
2. Ground Duty Technical Branch
Candidates require the prescribed 10+2 qualification in Physics and Mathematics along with an eligible engineering/technology qualification.
Eligible engineering disciplines include the branches specified by the Indian Air Force for Aeronautical Engineering Electronics and Mechanical entries.
3. Ground Duty Non-Technical Branch
Administration & Logistics
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
- Minimum required percentage as prescribed in the AFCAT notification.
- Candidates must satisfy the applicable physical standards.
Accounts
- B.Com or an eligible commerce-related qualification.
- Minimum required percentage as prescribed by the Indian Air Force.
4. NCC Special Entry
Candidates applying for Flying Branch through NCC Special Entry require a valid NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ Certificate along with fulfillment of the prescribed Flying Branch eligibility conditions.
5. Meteorology Entry
Candidates must possess the educational qualification and subject combination prescribed for the Meteorology Branch.
Important: Eligibility can vary by branch. Candidates should carefully read the official AFCAT 02/2026 notification before relying on any qualification listed above.
AFCAT 02/2026 Selection Process
The selection process generally involves the following stages:
- AFCAT Written Examination
- Shortlisting for further selection
- Air Force Selection Board (AFSB)
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
- Joining / Training as per IAF instructions
For specific branches and entries, additional requirements may apply.
AFCAT 02/2026 Result – How to Check
Candidates can check their AFCAT result by following these steps:
- Visit the official AFCAT examination portal.
- Open the candidate login/result section.
- Enter your registered login details.
- Submit the information.
- Your AFCAT 02/2026 Result will appear on the screen.
- Download the result and save it for future reference.
- Take a printout if required for the next stage.
Details Mentioned in AFCAT Result
Candidates should carefully check the information displayed in their result, including:
- Candidate name
- Roll number
- AFCAT examination details
- Qualification status
- Marks/score, where displayed
- Further selection instructions
Important Links
| Service | Link |
|---|---|
| AFCAT 02/2026 Result | Click Here |
| AFCAT 02/2026 Answer Key / Response | Click Here |
| AFCAT 02/2026 Admit Card | Click Here |
| Exam City Information | Click Here |
| AFCAT Official Website | Visit Official Website |
| How to Check AFCAT Result – Hindi Video | Watch Video |
| How to Fill AFCAT Form – Hindi Video | Watch Video |
