The Indian Air Force has opened registration for AFCAT 2026 starting from today. Interested candidates can apply through the official website at afcat.edcil.co.in. The registration window will remain open until December 14, 2025. The Air Force Common Admission Test is scheduled to be held on January 31, 2026. This recruitment drive aims to fill 328 vacancies across various branches. Candidates need to pay an examination fee of 550 rupees plus GST. Payment must be made online using credit card, debit card, or net banking through the payment gateway. Cash, cheque, and demand draft are not accepted. The age eligibility varies by branch. Flying Branch candidates should be between 20 to 24 years, while Ground Duty candidates can be up to 26 years old as of January 1, 2027. Commercial Pilot License holders get age relaxation up to 26 years for Flying Branch.
Eligibility Criteria and Application Process
Candidates applying for Flying Branch through AFCAT and NCC Special Entry must be aged between 20 to 24 years as on January 1, 2027, meaning they should be born between January 2, 2003, and January 1, 2007. Those holding a valid Commercial Pilot License from DGCA India get age relaxation up to 26 years. For Ground Duty branches (Technical and Non-Technical), the age limit is 20 to 26 years. To apply, visit afcat.edcil.co.in, click the registration link, complete the form, and pay the fee online. Candidates should download and keep a copy of the submitted application for future reference. All details are available on the official website.
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