AFCAT 01/2027 NOTIFICATION
INDIAN AIR FORCE AFCAT 01/2027 ONLINE FORM
Flying Branch • Ground Duty Technical • Ground Duty Non-Technical
NCC Special Entry & GATE Score Entry
Courses Commencing – January 2028
379*Reported Vacancies
12 Nov 2026Online Application Start
11 Dec 2026Last Date to Apply
₹56,100Monthly Training Stipend
20–24 YearsFlying Branch Age
20–26 YearsGround Duty Age
Important Vacancy Note: The supplied recruitment details mention 379 vacancies in the branch-wise table, while the overview states that total vacancies will be updated. Confirm the final vacancy count and branch-wise distribution in the detailed official notification.
📌 AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Department | Ministry of Defence, Government of India |
| Exam Name | AFCAT 01/2027 |
| Other Entries | NCC Special Entry & GATE Score Entry |
| Post Name | Commissioned Officer |
| Branches | Flying, Ground Duty Technical & Non-Technical |
| Advertisement No. | CBC 10801/11/0018/2627 |
| Total Vacancies | 379* (subject to detailed notification) |
| Course Commencement | January 2028 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Official Website | afcat.edcil.co.in |
📅 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Short Notice Publication | 7–13 November 2026 (Employment News) |
| Online Registration Starts | 12 November 2026, 11:00 AM |
| Last Date to Apply | 11 December 2026, 11:30 PM |
| AFCAT Exam Date | To Be Updated |
| Training Commencement | First Week of January 2028 |
💰 Application Fee
| Entry Type | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | ₹550 + GST |
| NCC Special Entry | Nil |
| GATE Score Entry | Nil |
| Payment Mode | Online |
AFCAT Entry fee is non-refundable, as per the supplied notice details.
🎯 Age Limit (As on 01 January 2028)
| Branch | Age Limit | Date of Birth |
|---|---|---|
| Flying Branch | 20–24 Years | 02 Jan 2004 to 01 Jan 2008 |
| Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) | 20–26 Years | 02 Jan 2002 to 01 Jan 2008 |
Age Relaxation: Candidates holding a valid Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL) issued by DGCA may be eligible for an upper age limit of 26 years in the Flying Branch, as per applicable rules. Check the detailed notification for conditions.
🎓 Vacancy & Educational Qualification
| Entry / Post | Vacancy | Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| AFCAT – Flying & Ground Duty | 379* | Graduation / Degree in the relevant discipline. B.Tech or relevant engineering qualification for Technical Branch, subject to branch-specific eligibility. |
| NCC Special Entry | As per notification | Eligibility and NCC requirements as prescribed in the detailed notification. |
| GATE Score Entry | As per notification | Eligibility and valid GATE score requirements as prescribed in the detailed notification. |
Note: Two seats from Ground Duty (Non-Technical) vacancies are stated to be reserved for Law-qualified candidates. Exact branch-wise vacancies, degree subjects, marks and other eligibility conditions will be confirmed through the detailed notification.
🛡️ Selection Process
- AFCAT Online Examination (not applicable to NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry, as applicable).
- Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview.
- Computerised Pilot Selection System (CPSS) – Flying Branch only.
- Medical Examination.
- Final Merit List.
💼 Salary & Training
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Rank | Flying Officer |
| Pay Level | Level 10 |
| Pay Scale | ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 |
| Military Service Pay (MSP) | ₹15,500 per month |
| Training Stipend | ₹56,100 per month |
| Training Academy | Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad |
| Training Starts | First Week of January 2028 |
📝 How to Apply Online for AFCAT 01/2027
- Visit the official AFCAT website: afcat.edcil.co.in.
- Open the AFCAT 01/2027 application link from 12 November 2026.
- Select the appropriate entry: AFCAT, NCC Special Entry or GATE Score Entry.
- Register using Aadhaar details, a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, educational and other required details carefully.
- Upload your photograph, signature and required documents.
- Pay ₹550 + GST for AFCAT Entry, if applicable.
- Submit the application and download the confirmation page.
- Keep a printout of the application for future reference.
Check your date of birth and all details carefully before final submission. The supplied notice states that changes to the date of birth will not be allowed later.
🔗 Important Links
Apply Online / Official AFCAT Portal Indian Air Force Official Website
Short Notice: Refer to the Employment News / official AFCAT portal for the short notice.
Detailed Notification: Awaited. Check the official portal for the complete advertisement, branch-wise vacancies and eligibility.
Detailed Notification: Awaited. Check the official portal for the complete advertisement, branch-wise vacancies and eligibility.
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