Indian Air Force (IAF) has published recruitment notification of Short Service Commission (SSC) Officers for fill up 142+ Vacancies through Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2026. Graduate candidates (Men & Women) are eligible to apply for Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branches including NCC Special Entry. The IAF AFCAT online application form will start on 20 May 2026, and eligible candidates can apply until 19 June 2026.
Eligible Candidates must check the complete details regarding Post wise Vacancies, eligibility, application fee, selection process and the application process for the IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment provided below. This is a golden opportunity for graduates to join as Flying Officers in one of the most prestigious forces of India.
IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment
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Post Name |
Short Service Commission Officers (Flying & Ground Duty Branches) |
|---|---|
| Total Vacancies |
142+ Posts |
| Age Limit |
20–24 years (Flying) | 20–26 years (Ground Duty) as on 01.07.2027 |
| Salary |
₹56,100 – 1,77,500 (Level-10) + MSP ₹15,500 + allowances |
| Minimum Qualification |
Graduation with minimum 60% marks (post-wise) |
| Application Fee |
₹550 + 18% GST (AFCAT Entry) | Nil (NCC Special Entry) |
| Selection Process |
AFCAT Online Examination + Document Verification + AFSB Testing |
| Job Location |
All India |
| Last Date |
19 June 2026 |
✅ IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Post Wise Vacancies:
| Entry / Branch | Vacancies (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| Flying Branch (AFCAT) | 35 (Male-30 | Female-5) |
| Ground Duty (Technical) – AE(L) / AE(M) | To be notified |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Admin | 62 (Male-50 | Female-12) |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – LGS | 06 (Male-4 | Female-2) |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Accounts | 07 (Male-5 | Female-2) |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Education | 03 (Male-1 | Female-2) |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – WS Branch | 26 (Male-21 | Female-5) |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Meteorology | 03 (Male-1 | Female-2) |
| NCC Special Entry (Flying) | 10% of CDSE & AFCAT vacancies |
✅ IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Age Limit (as on 01.07.2027): Flying Branch & NCC Special Entry – 20 to 24 years; Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) – 20 to 26 years. Upper age limit relaxable as per Government rules.
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Educational Qualification: Graduation with minimum 60% marks in aggregate (specific requirements for each branch are given in the official notification). For detailed branch-wise qualification, refer to the detailed notification PDF.
✅ IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps:-
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AFCAT Online Examination
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Document Verification
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AFSB Testing (Stage-I & Stage-II)
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Medical Examination
✅ IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Application Fee:
- AFCAT Entry: ₹550 + 18% GST (Non-refundable)
- NCC Special Entry: Nil
- Payment Mode: Online through Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI etc.
✅ Important Dates:
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Date of Notification |
16 May 2026 |
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Opening Date for Online Registration |
20 May 2026 (11:00 AM) |
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Last Date for Online Registration |
19 June 2026 (11:30 PM) |
✅ Important Links:
| IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Official Notification PDF | Notification PDF |
| Apply Online for IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment | Apply Online |
| Official Website of Indian Air Force AFCAT | Official AFCAT Website |
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✅ How to Apply IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment:
Eligible & Interested candidates must apply online only through the official AFCAT portal.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official website https://afcat.edcil.co.in/ and click on the AFCAT 02/2026 registration link.
➢ Step 2: Register with valid Email ID and Mobile Number.
➢ Step 3: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, and other required details.
➢ Step 4: Upload scanned copies of recent photograph, signature, and thumb impression.
➢ Step 5: Pay the application fee online (if applicable) and submit the form.
➢ Step 6: Take a printout of the finally submitted application form for future reference.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment?
142+ posts in Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branches including NCC Special Entry.
What is the last date to apply for IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment?
19 June 2026 (11:30 PM).
What is the salary in IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment?
₹56,100 – 1,77,500 (Level-10) + Military Service Pay ₹15,500 + other allowances.
What is the selection process for IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment?
AFCAT Online Examination + Document Verification + AFSB Testing + Medical Examination.
What is the application fee for IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment?
₹550 + 18% GST for AFCAT Entry; Nil for NCC Special Entry.
What are the important dates for IAF AFCAT 02/2026 Recruitment?
Notification Date: 16 May 2026 | Online Registration: 20 May to 19 June 2026.
