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The Indian Air Force has opened the AFCAT 01/2027 online form 2027 for Group A Gazetted Officer posts in the Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. Courses begin in January 2028, and Indian men and women can apply from 12 November to 11 December 2026.
Last Date: 2026-12-11 23:59:00
Quick Highlights
- Organization: Indian Air Force
- Notice: AFCAT 01/2027 (courses starting January 2028)
- Vacancies: 284 (sum of the figures below; NCC Flying seats are a percentage quota)
- Last date: 11 December 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Applications open | 12 November 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Last date to apply | 11 December 2026, 11:30 PM |
| Admit card download | From 27 January 2027, 11:00 AM |
| AFCAT exam | 31 January 2027 (Sunday), 10:00 AM to 12:00 noon |
Vacancy Details
The IAF calls these figures tentative. Two Non-Technical seats are reserved for LLB holders. Cells show Men / Women.
| Branch | Permanent Commission | Short Service Commission |
|---|---|---|
| Flying (AFCAT) | Not listed | 28 / 8 |
| AE (Electronics) | 5 / 2 | 54 / 27 |
| AE (Mechanical) | 8 / 2 | 18 / 8 |
| Weapon Systems | Not listed | 25 / 5 |
| Administration | 1 / 1 | 34 / 17 |
| Logistics | 1 / 1 | 6 / 3 |
| Accounts | 1 / 1 | 3 / 3 |
| Education | 1 / 1 | 1 / 1 |
| Meteorology | 1 / 1 | Not listed |
| GATE Entry: AE (Electronics) | 1 / 1 | 6 / 3 |
| GATE Entry: AE (Mechanical) | 1 / 1 | 2 / 1 |
Who Can Apply
Age and Nationality
Candidates must be Indian citizens and unmarried when the course begins. Flying Branch and NCC Special Entry candidates must be 20 to 24 years old on 1 January 2028, while Ground Duty candidates can be 20 to 26 years.
Educational Qualification
- Flying and Weapon Systems: 10+2 with Maths and Physics, plus a three-year graduation or a four-year BE/B Tech.
- AE (Electronics) and AE (Mechanical): 10+2 with Physics and Maths, plus a four-year engineering degree in listed disciplines.
- Administration and Logistics: 10+2 and a three-year graduation in any discipline.
- Accounts: 10+2 and B.Com, finance-specialised BBA or B.Sc., or CA, CMA, CS or CFA.
- Education: 10+2, graduation and a post-graduation in any discipline.
- Meteorology: 10+2 and B.Sc. with Physics and Maths, or a listed engineering degree.
GATE Score Entry needs a listed BE/B Tech and a GATE result declared between 1 January 2024 and 31 December 2027.
Application Fee
The fee is Rs. 550 plus 18% GST, paid online and non-refundable.
Selection Process and Exam Pattern
AFCAT candidates take the online exam first. Those who qualify attend the Air Force Selection Board (AFSB), and the final merit list combines written and AFSB marks.
- Exam: 100 questions, 300 marks, 2 hours, English only
- Subjects: General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning and Military Aptitude
- AFSB: Stage I screening, then Stage II psychological tests, group tests and interview
Flying candidates also take the one-time Computerised Pilot Selection System.
Height and Weight Standards
Minimum height for Ground Duty is 157 cm for men and 152 cm for women. Pilots need 162 cm. Flying cadets must reach a nude body weight of 48 kg before flying training starts.
Pay and Training
Flying Officers are paid Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500 in Level 10, plus Rs. 15,500 Military Service Pay. Training runs about 74 weeks (Flying and Technical) or 50 weeks (Non-Technical).
How to Apply
You must apply online through the official AFCAT website, and Aadhaar is mandatory for registration. Details cannot be edited after submission.
- Check that your age, 10+2 subjects, degree and branch eligibility match Para 5 of the notification before you start.
- Keep a valid email ID, mobile number, Aadhaar number (last four digits), a colour photograph (100 to 200 KB), signature (80 to 150 KB) and thumb impression (50 to 100 KB) ready.
- Sign up with your full name as per the Class 10 certificate, mobile number and email ID, then verify both with the OTPs and the CAPTCHA.
- Log in with the User ID and password sent to you, and fill in personal, communication, qualification and course preference details, using Save and Next after each part.
- Upload the photograph, signature and thumb impression, complete the live image capture, tick the declaration and preview the form.
- Submit the form and pay the Rs. 550 plus GST fee online, unless you are applying under NCC Special Entry or GATE Score Entry.
- Print or save the application as a PDF and keep it, along with the payment details, for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What Is the Last Date to Apply for AFCAT 01/2027?
Applications opened on 12 November 2026 at 11:00 AM and close on 11 December 2026 at 11:30 PM. The online AFCAT exam is scheduled for 31 January 2027.
Q2. What Is the Application Fee?
The fee is Rs. 550 plus 18% GST and is non-refundable. It is not applicable for NCC Special Entry or GATE Score Entry.
Q3. What Is the Age Limit for AFCAT 01/2027?
Flying Branch candidates must be 20 to 24 years old on 1 January 2028. Valid DGCA Commercial Pilot License holders can be up to 26. Ground Duty candidates must be 20 to 26 years old.
Q4. Can Final Year Students Apply?
Yes, final year or final semester students can apply if they have no present backlog. They must submit proof of completing their final exams by 30 November 2027.
Q5. What Is the AFCAT Exam Pattern?
The online exam has 100 objective questions for 300 marks, to be solved in 2 hours, in English only. Each correct answer earns 3 marks and each wrong answer costs 1 mark.
Source
This article is based on the official AFCAT 01/2027 notification of the Indian Air Force. Further details are available on the IAF Careers website.
Disclaimer: This article is for information only. Vacancies and conditions may change, so verify everything against the official notification before applying.
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