Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 (July 2027) Online Application Form
Join Indian Air Force has released AFCAT Batch 02/2026 notification for the AFCAT July 2027 course. The application process is online, and interested candidates can submit the form within the announced window.
The form starts on 2026-05-20 and the last date to apply is 2026-06-19. The AFCAT entry fee is ₹550 for all AFCAT candidates, while NCC Special Entry has no fee.
Eligibility, age limits, and branch-wise conditions are different for Flying, Ground Duty Technical, Administration/Logistics, Accounts, NCC Special Entry, and Meteorology. Candidates should read the detailed notification before final submission.
Application Start
Wed, 20 May 2026
Last Date To Apply
Fri, 19 Jun 2026
Recruitment Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
Organization | Indian Air Force |
Exam Name | AFCAT July 2027 (Batch 02/2026) |
Selection Procedure | Notify Soon |
Total Vacancy | Notify Soon |
Pay Scale | Notify Soon |
Application Mode | Online |
Last Date | 2026-06-19 |
Official Website |
Important Dates
Application Fee
Age Limit
For NCC Special Entry and Meteorology age-related relaxation/conditions, refer to the detailed notification.
Branch-wise Eligibility
| Entry Type | Branch Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|
AFCAT Entry | Flying | Bachelor Degree in any stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level OR B.E./B.Tech. For detailed conditions, read notification. |
AFCAT Entry | Ground Duty Technical (Aeronautical Engineering Electronics) | 10+2 with minimum 60% in Physics and Mathematics, plus 4-year Graduation/Integrated PG in Engineering/Technology. |
AFCAT Entry | Ground Duty Technical (Aeronautical Engineering Mechanical) | Minimum 60% each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and 4-year Engineering/Technology degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Aeronautical Engineering or equivalent. |
AFCAT Entry | Administration and Logistics | Bachelor Degree in any stream with at least 60% marks. Physical eligibility: Height Male 157.5 cm, Female 152 cm. |
AFCAT Entry | Accounts | B.Com with at least 60% marks. Physical eligibility: Height Male 157.5 cm, Female 152 cm. |
NCC Special Entry | Flying | NCC Air Wing Senior Division 'C' Certificate and other details as per Flying Branch eligibility. |
NCC Special Entry | Meteorology | Refer notification for detailed eligibility. |
How to Apply
- Visit the AFCAT portal.
- Open the AFCAT 2026 application link.
- Register with valid email ID and mobile number.
- Login and fill personal, educational, and category details.
- Upload required scanned documents (photo, signature, etc.).
- Pay fee online (if applicable).
- Submit the form and download/print confirmation page.
- Read the full notification before final submission.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is AFCAT 02/2026 recruitment?
It is the Indian Air Force AFCAT Batch 02/2026 recruitment for the July 2027 course.
What are the application dates for AFCAT 02/2026?
Online application starts on 2026-05-20 and closes on 2026-06-19.
How much is the application fee?
AFCAT Entry fee is ₹550, while NCC Special Entry has no application fee.
What is the age limit mentioned in this notification?
As on 2027-07-01: Flying Branch 20-24 years, Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical) 20-26 years.
Are admit card and result dates announced?
No fixed dates are given yet; admit card, exam, and result are marked as per schedule.
Where should candidates apply?
Candidates should apply through the AFCAT online portal at https://afcat.edcil.co.in/index.html.