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  • By Naveen Singh, Recruitment Researcher · Updated 12 Oct 2026 · Editorial policy

Important Dates for AFCAT 01/2026

Notification Release:19 November 2025
Online Application Starts:01-12-2025
Last Date to Apply Online:28-12-2025 (23:30 hrs)
Admit Card Download:January 2026 (Tentative)
AFCAT Exam Date:February 2026 (Tentative)
AFSB Interview:March–April 2026
Training Commences:January 2027

Application Fee

All Categories:₹550/- (Non-refundable)

Age Limit (as on 01-01-2027)

Flying Branch:20–24 years (born 02-01-2003 to 01-01-2007)
Ground Duty (Technical):20–26 years (born 02-01-2001 to 01-01-2007)
Ground Duty (Non-Technical):20–26 years (born 02-01-2001 to 01-01-2007)
NCC Special Entry:20–24 years (born 02-01-2003 to 01-01-2007) Calculate your exact age as on the cut-off date with our free Age Calculator for govt exams.

Important Links

Apply Online:afcat.cdac.in (Live from 1 Dec)
Official Website:AFCAT Portal
Notification PDF:Download AFCAT 01/2026 PDF
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Eligibility Criteria for AFCAT 01/2026

BranchEducational QualificationAge Limit
Flying BranchBachelor's degree (min 60%) + 50% marks in Maths & Physics at 10+220-24 years
Ground Duty (Technical)B.E./B.Tech (min 60%) in Electronics/Mechanical/Electrical/Computer Engg20-26 years
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)Bachelor's degree (min 60%) in any discipline20-26 years
NCC Special EntryBachelor's degree (min 60%) + NCC 'C' Certificate20-24 years
  • Note: Final year students eligible if degree completed by July 2026. Physical fitness mandatory.

AFCAT 01/2026 Salary & Training Details

ComponentAmount (₹)
Basic Pay (Flying Officer)56,100
Military Service Pay (MSP)15,500
Flying Allowance25,000
DA + HRA + Transport30,000+
Gross Salary₹1,27,000+
  • Training: 74 weeks at Air Force Academy (AFA) + ₹56,100 stipend during training. Insurance ₹1.25 Crore.

How to Apply Online for AFCAT 01/2026

  • Visit afcat.cdac.in
  • Click "AFCAT 01/2026" → New Registration
  • Fill personal, educational & branch preference details
  • Upload photo & signature
  • Pay ₹550 fee → Submit
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