Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026: The Indian Air Force has released the official notification for AFCAT 02/2026 recruitment for Commissioned Officer posts in Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches. Both men and women candidates can apply for these posts. Online registration will begin from 20 May 2026 and the last date to apply is 21 June 2026 (11:30 PM).
This recruitment is a great opportunity for candidates who want to join Indian Air Force as officers through AFCAT Entry, NCC Special Entry, and Meteorology Entry. Interested candidates should check all eligibility details before applying online.
Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Overview
Organization
Indian Air Force
Exam Name
AFCAT 02/2026
Post Name
Commissioned Officer
Total Posts
379
Application Mode
Online
Registration Start Date
20 May 2026
Last Date to Apply
21 June 2026
Course Commencement
July 2027
Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release
20 May 2026
Apply Online Start
20 May 2026
Last Date to Apply
21 June 2026 (Extended)
Exam Date
08 August 2026
Course Start
July 2027
Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Application Fee
Category
Fee
AFCAT Entry
Rs. 550
NCC Special Entry
No Fee
Meteorology Entry
No Fee
Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Vacancies & Qualification
Branch
Vacancies
Qualification
Flying Officer
379
Check Notification
Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Age Limit
Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years
Candidates must be born between 02 July 2003 to 01 July 2007
Upper age relaxation up to 26 years for candidates holding valid Commercial Pilot License
Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical): 20 to 26 years
Candidates must be born between 02 July 2001 to 01 July 2007
Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Selection Process
The selection process may include:
Written Examination (AFCAT)
AFSB Interview
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Final Merit List
Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Details
Link
Indian Air Force AFCAT Admit Card (From 05.08.2026)
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