The Indian Air Force has announced the AFCAT Application for 2024. You can apply online from May 30, 2024 until June 28, 2024. This is for both men and women who want to join as officers in flying and ground duty.
The AFCAT exam will happen on August 9, 10, and 11, 2024. If you want to apply, make sure you fit the age and education requirements. For flying branch, you need to be 20 to 24 years old. For ground duty, it’s 20 to 26.
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The AFCAT Recruitment 2024 offers various vacancies for both men and women in different branches. For instance there are positions available in the Flying branch Ground Duty (Technical) and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches. The number of vacancies is tentative and subject to change based on the IAF’s requirements.
Successful candidates will be granted a Short Service Commission (SSC) with the possibility of an extension or even a Permanent Commission (PC) based on service requirements and individual performance. This recruitment drive is a chance for many to fulfill their dream of serving in the Indian Air Force and protecting the nation’s skies.
Vacancies available under the AFCAT
| Entry | Branch | Course Number | Vacancies* | Men (SSC) | Women (SSC) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | Flying | 218/25F/SSC/M & W | 18 | 11 | – |
| AFCAT Entry | Ground Duty (Technical) | 217/25T/SSC/ 107AEC/M & W | AE(L): 88 AE(M): 36 | AE(L): 23 AE(M): 09 | – |
| AFCAT Entry | Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | 217/25G/SSC/M & W | WS Branch: 03 Admin: 11 Lgs: 04 Accts: 02 Edn: 02 Met: 02 | WS Branch: 14 Admin: 43 Lgs: 13 Accts: 10 Edn: 07 Met: 08 | – |
| NCC Special Entry | Flying | 218/25F/PC/M and 218/25F/SSC/M & W | 10% seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC and 10% seats out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC | – | – |
*Disclaimer: Vacancies indicated are tentative and subject to change without notice. Actual intake would depend on organizational requirements, various cadre control mechanisms availability of training slots and actual number of vacancies accruing in July 2025. No representation in this regard will be entertaine.
Eligibility Criteria For AFCAT 2024 Vacancies
The educational qualification criteria for AFCAT 2024 vacancies are as follows
- Flying Branch: Candidates must have passed with a minimum of 50% marks each in Maths & Physics at 10+2 level. Additionally, they should have a graduation degree in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. Alternatively, candidates with a BE/B Tech degree or those who have cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India with a minimum of 60% marks are also eligible.
- Ground Duty (Technical): For the technical branch, candidates need to have a minimum of 50% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a minimum of four years graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/Technology from a recognized university or cleared sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India with a minimum of 60% marks.
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical): Candidates aspiring for the non-technical branch must have a graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum of 60% marks. This includes candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts, Science, and Engineering.
For those interested in the Ground Duty Branches, both Technical and Non-Technical, the age criteria are slightly different. The minimum age is still 20 years, but the upper age limit is 26 years for these branches. So if you’re aiming for a position in Ground Duty, you have a bit more flexibility with the age range.
Selection Procedure of the Afcat
The selection process for AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) 2024 is a multi-step procedure designed to find the best candidates for the Indian Air Force. Here’s a simple breakdown of the steps:
Written Test: First, you need to take the AFCAT written exam. This test checks your knowledge and understanding in various areas relevant to the Air Force
AFSB Interview: If you pass the written test, you’ll be called for an AFSB (Air Force Selection Board) interview. This includes different tests and activities to assess your personality, intelligence, and suitability for a career in the Air Force
Medical Examination: After the interview, you’ll go through a medical exam to make sure you’re fit and healthy enough to join the Air Force
Merit List: Finally, if you clear all the above steps, your name might appear on the All India Merit List. This list is based on your overall performance in the written test, AFSB interview, and medical exam. If your name is on this list, you’ll receive instructions to join the training program
Remember, each step is important and you need to do well in all of them to be selected for the Indian Air Force.
Application Fee of the Examination
The application fee for the AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) 2024 is INR 250. This fee is non-refundable and must be paid to complete the application process.
It’s important to make sure that the payment is successful, as it is essential for the submission of the AFCAT application form. Candidates can pay this fee online using a debit or credit card, or net banking. For those who prefer offline payment, they can do so by downloading the challan and making the payment through specified banks.
- Start of Online Registration: 30 May 2024
- End of Online Registration: 28 June 2024
- AFCAT Exam Dates: 09 August 2024, 10 August 2024, and 11 August 2024
- Admit Card Release: 24 July 2024
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 28 June 2024
Procedure To Apply For the AFCAT Examinaton
To apply online for AFCAT Recruitment 2024, follow these steps:
- Go to the official AFCAT website.
- Click on “Candidate Login” and then “Not Yet Registered? Register Here”.
- Fill in the necessary details to create a login ID and password.
- Log in with the registered email ID and system-generated password.
- Fill out the application form with personal, educational, and course preference details.
- Upload the required documents (photograph, signature, thumb impression).
- Select the examination city.
- Make the payment of ₹550/- + GST (non-refundable) for AFCAT entry.
- Download and print the application form for future reference.
