The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the Exam City Intimation and will soon issue the Admit Card for the AFCAT 02/2026 (July 2027 Batch) recruitment. Candidates who successfully submitted the online application can now check their allotted exam city through their registered email ID and mobile number.
The AFCAT 02/2026 recruitment offers opportunities in the Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical), Meteorology Branch, and NCC Special Entry. Candidates are advised to download their admit card before the examination and carefully read all exam instructions.
Indian Air Force (IAF)
AFCAT 02/2026 (July 2027 Batch) Recruitment
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 21 June 2026 (Extended) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 21 June 2026 |
| Examination Date | 08 August 2026 (Saturday) |
| Exam City Intimation | Released |
| Admit Card | Available Before Exam |
Application Fee
| Entry | Fee |
| AFCAT Entry | ₹550 |
| NCC Special Entry | No Fee |
Payment Mode: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other online payment methods.
Age Limit (As on 01 July 2027)
Flying Branch
- 20 to 24 Years
Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical)
- 20 to 26 Years
For NCC Special Entry and Meteorology Branch, candidates should refer to the official notification for detailed age criteria.
Vacancy Details
Flying Branch
| Entry | Total Posts |
| Flying Branch | 35 |
Ground Duty (Technical)
| Branch | Total Posts |
| Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics) | 151 |
| Aeronautical Engineering (Mechanical) | 75 |
Ground Duty (Technical – GATE Entry)
| Branch | Total Posts |
| AE (Electronics) | 17 |
| AE (Mechanical) | 9 |
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
| Branch | Total Posts |
| Administration | 62 |
| Logistics | 6 |
| Accounts | 7 |
| Education | 3 |
| Weapon Systems | 26 |
| Meteorology | 3 |
NCC Special Entry
- 10% of CDSE vacancies for Permanent Commission (PC)
- 10% of AFCAT vacancies for Short Service Commission (SSC)
Educational Qualification
Flying Branch
- Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level, OR
- B.E. / B.Tech degree from a recognized university.
Ground Duty (Technical)
- Four-year Engineering Degree in the relevant discipline.
- Minimum 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level.
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
Administration & Logistics
- Bachelor’s Degree with at least 60% marks.
Accounts
- B.Com with a minimum of 60% marks.
NCC Special Entry
- NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ Certificate.
- Must fulfill Flying Branch eligibility conditions.
Meteorology Branch
Candidates should possess the qualifications prescribed in the official notification.
Physical Standards
| Category | Height |
| Male | 157.5 cm |
| Female | 152 cm |
Additional medical and physical standards will be applicable as per Indian Air Force rules.
Selection Process
The selection process generally includes:
- AFCAT Written Examination
- AFSB Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
How to Check AFCAT Exam City & Download Admit Card
- Visit the official AFCAT website.
- Log in using your Email ID and Password.
- Check your allotted Exam City details.
- Download the Admit Card once it is available.
- Verify all details printed on the admit card.
- Carry a printed copy along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre.
Documents Required
- AFCAT Admit Card
- Valid Photo Identity Proof
- Passport Size Photograph (if required)
- Other documents mentioned in the admit card instructions
