The Indian Air Force has officially announced a massive 2026 recruitment Notification (Advt. No. AFCAT- 02/2026) to fill 320+ Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT- 02/2026) For Short Service Commission (SSC) in Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical)/ NCC Special Entry Scheme (Flying Branch)/ GATE Score Entry (Ground Duty (Technical)) Courses Starting in July 2027 vacancies. The applicants satisfying the requisite qualification may apply through ONLINE MODE only, Apply Online on the official Web-site of this IAF i.e. https://afcat.cdac.in/.Online registration will open on 20.05.2026 at 11.00 AM and end on 19.06.026 at 11.30 PM.
Eligible candidates with qualifications B.E/B.Tech, B.Com, BBA, B.Sc, CA/CMA can apply online. Candidates should note that the primary Job locations for these posts are All Over India. Registered candidates will receive a link to download their exam hall tickets via email approximately 4 to 7 days prior to the examination date.
IAF Current Notification 2025 [Quick Summary]
| Organization Name: Indian Air Force |
| Job Category: Central Govt Jobs |
| Employment Type: Regular Basis |
| Total No of Vacancies: 320+ Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT- 02/2026) For Short Service Commission (SSC) in Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical)/ NCC Special Entry Scheme (Flying Branch)/ GATE Score Entry (Ground Duty (Technical)) Courses Starting in July 2027 Posts |
| Place of Posting: All Over India |
| Starting Date: 20.05.2026 at 11.00 AM |
| Last Date: 19.06.026 at 11.30 PM |
| Apply Mode: Online |
| Official Website: https://afcat.cdac.in/ |
Current Indian Air Force Job Openings:
- AFCAT Entry (Flying)
- AFCAT Entry (Ground Duty (Technical))
- AFCAT Entry (Ground Duty (NonTechnical))
- NCC Special Entry (Flying)
Indian Air Force Eligibility Criteria:
Educational Qualification for Indian Air Force:
Age Limit for Indian Air Force:
- Flying Branch – 20 to 24 years as on 01.07.2027 i.e. born between 02.07.2003 to 01.07.2007 (both dates inclusive). The upper age limit for Applicants holding a valid and current Commercial Pilot License issued by DGCA (India) is relaxable up to 26 years i.e. born between 02.07.2001 to 01.07.2007 (both dates inclusive).
- Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branch all Ground Duty (GD) Branches through AFCAT and Ground Duty (GD) (Technical) Branch through GATE Score Entry. Ground Duty Age Limit: 20 to 26 years as on 01.07.2027 i.e. born between 02.07.2001 to 01.07.2007 (both dates inclusive).
Pay Scale for Indian Air Force:
- For All Catagory Posts – Level – 10 Rs. 56100 – 177500/-
Method of Selection:
- Written Examination
- SSB Test
Application Fee:
- For All Applicants – Rs.550/-
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Submit an Application:
Interested and qualified to apply, candidates must go to the IAF website (https://afcat.cdac.in/) and complete the online form. Online registration will open on 20.05.2026 at 11.00 AM and end on 19.06.026 at 11.30 PM.
Crucial Dates:
- Date of Application Submission Opening: 20.05.2026 at 11.00 AM
- Date of Application Submission Closing: 19.06.026 at 11.30 PM
Indian Air Force Advertisement & Apply Link:
| Official Career Page of IAF: Website Link |
| Short Notice for IAF: Click Here to Download |
| Date of Application Submission Opening: 20.05.2026 at 11.00 AM |
| Official Notification for IAF: |
| Online Application Form for IAF: |
