✈️ AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2025: Overview

The Indian Airforce invites online applications for the AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2025 associated with the January 2027 course. The recruitment is for a total of 340 posts across various branches. The last date to apply has been extended to allow more candidates to participate.

Urgent: The application deadline is approaching fast! Apply before the last date on 19 December 2025.

📝 Important Dates

Online Apply Start Date	17 November 2025
Online Apply Last Date (Extended)	19 December 2025
Last Date For Fee Payment	19 December 2025
Publication of PSL	Notified Soon
Publishing of Enrollment List	Notified Soon
Result Date	Will Be Updated Here Soon

🎓 Vacancy Details and Categories

Entry Type	Post Code	Male	Female
AFCAT (Flying)	Flying	34	04
AFCAT (Ground Duty Technical)	AE (L) Men- (SSC)	100	23
AFCAT (Ground Duty Technical)	AE (M) Men- (SSC)	38	09
AFCAT (Ground Duty Technical)	AE (L) Men- (PC)	03	03
AFCAT (Ground Duty Technical)	AE (M) Men- (PC)	09	03
AFCAT (Ground Duty Non Technical)	Admin	48	12
	LGS	09	02
	Accounts	08	02
	Education	02	02
	WS Branch	21	05
	Meteorology	01	02
NCC Special Entry (Flying)	10% of AFCAT vacancies are reserved for Short Service Commission (SSC) and 10% of seats from CDSE vacancies for Permanent Commission (PC).

🎓 Eligibility Criteria for AFCAT 01/2026 Batch

Branch Name	Eligibility Requirements
Flying	Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or B.E./B.Tech degree from a recognized university.
Ground Duty Technical	Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics): 10+2 with 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics and a minimum 4-year Graduation or Integrated Postgraduate Degree in Engineering or Technology. Aeronautical Engineering (Mechanical): 10+2 with 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics and a 4-year Degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical, Industrial, or Aeronautical Engineering.
Ground Duty Non-Technical Eligibility Details
Administration & Logistics	Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with minimum 60% marks. Physical Eligibility: Male Candidates: Minimum height – 157.5 cm Female Candidates: Minimum height – 152 cm
Accounts	Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B.Com) with minimum 60% marks. Physical Eligibility: Male Candidates: Minimum height – 157.5 cm Female Candidates: Minimum height – 152 cm
Education	MBA, MCA, MA, or M.Sc. degree with minimum 50% marks. Physical Eligibility: Male Candidates: Minimum height – 157.5 cm Female Candidates: Minimum height – 152 cm
Meteorology Entry	Master’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university.
NCC Special Entry (Flying)	NCC Air Wing Senior Division “C” Certificate along with other qualifications as per Flying Branch eligibility criteria.

💰 Application Fee & Payment Mode

Category	Application Fee
All Candidates	₹ 550/-
NCC Special Entry	₹ 00/- (Exempted)
Meteorology Entry	₹ 00/- (Exempted)
Payment Mode (Online):
Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet

👶 Age Limits as on 01 January 2027

Minimum Age	20 Years
Maximum Age	26 Years
Flying Batch	20-24 Years
Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical)	20-26 Years
Age relaxation as per Indian Airforce regulations.

🖥️ How to Apply Online

Visit the official AFCAT website: https://afcat.cdac.in/AFCAT/
Click on the AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Online Application link.
Register yourself, fill in the required details carefully, and upload relevant documents.
Pay the application fee as per category through the online payment modes.
Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.
The last date to apply is 19 December 2025.

🧰 Selection Process

Written Exam
Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview
Document Verification
Medical Examination

❓ FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: When does the online application start for AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2025?: A1: The online application started on 17 November 2025.
Q2: What is the extended last date to apply?: A2: The last date to apply has been extended to 19 December 2025.
Q3: How many vacancies are available?: A3: There are a total of 340 posts for various branches.
Q4: What is the application fee for AFCAT 2025?: A4: The application fee is ₹ 550/- for general candidates; NCC Special Entry and Meteorology Entry candidates are exempted from fee.
Q5: What is the minimum age to apply?: A5: The minimum age limit is 20 years as on 01 January 2027.
Q6: Where can I apply for AFCAT 01/2026 batch?: A6: Candidates can apply online through the official website https://afcat.cdac.in/AFCAT/.

🔗 Important Links

Action	Link
Apply Online	Click Here
Official Notification PDF	Click Here
AFCAT Official Website	https://afcat.cdac.in/AFCAT/

AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 340 Posts - Extended Last Date