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 19 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 | 300+ (Expected) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Registration Start Date | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 June 2026 |
| Course Commencement | July 2027 |
Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | May 2026 |
| Apply Online Start | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 19 June 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 | 300+ (Expected) | 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
How to Apply for Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026
Candidates can apply online through the official AFCAT portal. First, complete the registration process using valid personal details. After registration, fill in the application form carefully, upload required documents, pay the application fee (if applicable), and submit the form before the deadline. Keep a printout of the final submitted form for future reference.
Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Important Links
| Details | Link |
|---|---|
| Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Notification | Notification |
| Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Indian Air Force Official Website | Indian Air Force |
