AFCAT 1 2026 Notification | AFCAT Recruitment 2026 | The Indian Air Force is recruiting for various Group A positions, Indian Air Force invites Indian citizens (Men and Women) to be part of this elite force as Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. Online AFCAT examination will be conducted on 31 Jan 26 (Saturday). The eligible candidates can apply online through given link below. andidates applying for the examination should ensure that they fulfill all the eligibility conditions for admission to the examination. Their admission at all the stages of examination viz. Written examination and SSB test will be purely provisional, subject to their satisfying the prescribed eligibility conditions. If on verification at any time before or after the written examination or AFSB Testing,
Educational Requirements: Candidates should have passed 12th grade or equivalent from a recognized board & Graduation in relevant discipline
Age Limit:
Flying Branch through AFCAT and NCC Special Entry: 20 to 24 years as on 01 January 2027 i.e. born between 02 January 2003 to 01 January 2007 (both dates inclusive).
Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branch: 20 to 26 years as on
01 January 2027
Age relaxation as per government rules
Application Process
Application Mode: Both online and offline applications are accepted.
Application Fees: There is no application fee for any category.
Important Dates:
Notification Release Date: November 17 Nov 2025
Application Start Date: 17 Nov 2025
Application End Date: 14 Dec 2025
Admit Card: To be announced
Exam Date: 31 Jan 2026
Selection Process
Written Exam:
Skill Test/Document Verification: Verification of required documents.
Medical Examination: Health assessment.
Final Merit List: Based on performance in the above stages.
Salary
The pay scale- As per rules
Application Steps
Visit the official Indian Air Force website.
Download and read the application form and instructions.
Fill out personal, educational, and other required details.
Submit the form with necessary documents like educational certificates, caste certificate, domicile certificate, and Aadhar card.
Send the completed form to the specified postal address via registered post or speed post.
