AFCAT Recruitment 2024: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has announced recruitment through AFCAT 01/2025 Batch and NCC Special Entry for various positions in the Flying, Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical), and Meteorology Branches. Interested candidates can apply online from 2nd December 2024 to 31st December 2024. For more visit us.
Important Dates for AFCAT Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 02/12/2024 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | 31/12/2024 (up to 11:30 PM) |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 31/12/2024 |
| Exam Date | To be announced |
| Admit Card Availability | Before the exam |
Application Fee for AFCAT Recruitment 2024
| Entry Type | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | ₹550/- for all candidates |
| NCC Special Entry | No Fee |
| Meteorology Entry | No Fee |
Mode of Payment: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or E-Challan
Age Limit (As of 01/01/2026)
| Branch | Age Range |
|---|---|
| Flying Branch | 20-24 years |
| Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical) | 20-26 years |
Age Relaxation: As per Indian Airforce rules
Vacancy Details
| Branch/Entry Post | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flying | 21 | 09 | 30 |
| Ground Duty (Technical) AE (L) | 95 | 27 | 122 |
| Ground Duty (Technical) AE (M) | 53 | 14 | 67 |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Admin | 42 | 11 | 53 |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) LGS | 13 | 03 | 16 |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Accounts | 11 | 02 | 13 |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Education | 07 | 02 | 09 |
| Weapon Systems (WS) | 14 | 03 | 17 |
| Meteorology | 07 | 02 | 09 |
NCC Special Entry Flying Reserved for CDSE/AFCAT SSC Seats
Eligibility Criteria
| Branch | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Flying Branch | Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level OR BE/B.Tech degree. |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | AE (L): 60% in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level & 4-year Engineering/Tech degree. |
| AE (M): 60% in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level & 4-year degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Aeronautical Engineering. | |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | Admin & Logistics: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with 60% marks. |
| Accounts: B.Com with a minimum of 60% marks. | |
| NCC Special Entry (Flying) | NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ certificate. |
| Meteorology Entry | Refer to the notification for detailed eligibility. |
Salary Structure
• Pay Scale for Flying Officers (Level 10): ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500
• Allowances: Includes Military Service Pay, Dearness Allowance, Flying Allowance (for Flying Branch), and other applicable allowances as per rules.
Selection Process
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| 1. Online AFCAT Exam | Objective-type test covering General Awareness, Verbal Ability, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude. |
| 2. AFSB (Air Force Selection Board) Testing | Stage I: Officer Intelligence Rating Test & Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PP&DT). |
| Stage II: Psychological Test, Group Tests, and Personal Interview. | |
| 3. Medical Examination | Comprehensive fitness tests to ensure candidates meet the required standards. |
Syllabus and Marks Distribution
Online AFCAT Exam
| Section | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 25 | |
| Verbal Ability | 25 | |
| Numerical Ability | 25 | |
| Reasoning and Military Aptitude | 25 | |
| Total | 100 | 2 Hours |
Physical Standards
| Category | Height (in CMS) |
|---|---|
| Male | 157.5 |
| Female | 152 |
How to Apply
1. Visit the AFCAT Official Website.
2. Register and log in to complete the application form.
3. Fill in personal, educational, and other details as required.
4. Upload scanned copies of documents, photos, and signatures.
5. Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
6. Take a printout of the submitted form for future reference.
Important Links
| Action | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online Registration | Click Here |
| Download Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | AFCAT Official Website |
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