AFCAT 01/2027 Notification Out: Apply Online for 379 Commissioned Officer Vacancies
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the notification for the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT 01/2027) batch. This recruitment drive aims to induct commissioned officers into Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches for courses commencing in January 2028 at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad.
Eligible and interested candidates can submit their online applications through the official portal.
📌 Recruitment Overview
| Parameter | Details |
| Recruiting Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Exam Name | Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT 01/2027) |
| Total Vacancies | 379 Posts |
| Post Type | Commissioned Officers (Permanent Commission & Short Service Commission) |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Selection Process | Written Examination (AFCAT) + AFSB Interview + Medical Examination |
| Official Website | afcat.edcil.co.in / afcat.cdac.in |
🗓️ Important Dates
- Notification Release Date: November 2, 2026
- Online Application Start Date: November 12, 2026 (11:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply Online: December 11, 2026 (11:30 PM)
- Last Date for Fee Payment: December 11, 2026
- Course Commencement: January 2028
💰 Salary & Pay Scale
Selected candidates undergoing training and upon commissioning will receive lucrative pay scales under Pay Matrix Level 10:
- Stipend during training: ₹56,100 per month.
- Pay Scale (Post Commissioning): ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month (Plus Military Service Pay, allowances, and other benefits as per rules).
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
1. Age Limit (as on January 1, 2028)
- Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years (Born between 02 January 2004 to 01 January 2008). Upper age limit for valid Commercial Pilot License (CPL) holders issued by DGCA is relaxed up to 26 years (Born between 02 January 2002 to 01 January 2008).
- Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical): 20 to 26 years (Born between 02 January 2002 to 01 January 2008).
2. Educational Qualifications (Branch-Wise)
- Flying Branch: Minimum 3-year graduation degree in any stream with a minimum of 60% marks and must have passed Mathematics and Physics at the 10+2 level; OR a 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology.
- Ground Duty (Technical): Minimum 4-year graduation/integrated post-graduation degree in engineering or clear specific sections of associate membership examinations with mandatory physics and mathematics at the 10+2 level.
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical):
- Administration & Logistics: Graduation degree in any stream with at least 60% marks.
- Accounts: Commerce degree (B.Com) with minimum 60% marks.
- Education: Post-graduation degree in a relevant discipline with 50% marks.
📋 Branch & Entry Scheme Details
The recruitment covers multiple entries and career branches:
- Flying Branch (Short Service Commission)
- Ground Duty (Technical) – Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics & Mechanical) [Permanent & Short Service Commission]
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Administration, Logistics, Accounts, Education, and Weapon Systems
- NCC Special Entry & GATE Score Entry (Applicable for specific branches)
💳 Application Fee
- AFCAT Entry: ₹550/- + GST
- NCC Special Entry & Meteorology: Exempted / Nil fee
📝 How to Apply Online
- Go to the official websites: afcat.edcil.co.in or afcat.cdac.in.
- Click on “AFCAT 01/2027 Registration” link available on the homepage.
- Register using a valid email address and mobile number (verified via OTP).
- Log in to fill out the application form with personal, educational details, and branch preferences.
- Upload scanned copies of your passport-size photograph, signature, and thumb impression.
- Complete the online payment of the application fee.
- Submit the form and download a hard copy for future reference.
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