Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment – Apply Online for Flying, Ground Duty Technical & Non-Technical Branches

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the notification for AFCAT 01/2027 and NCC Special Entry for the courses commencing in January 2028. Applications are invited from eligible unmarried men and women Indian citizens for Commissioned Officer posts in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches.

Candidates holding a graduate degree or engineering qualification can apply through AFCAT, while eligible candidates can also apply through NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry, wherever applicable. The online application process will begin on 12 November 2026 and close on 11 December 2026.

Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Recruitment Overview

Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Important Dates

Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Application Fee

Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Vacancies and Qualification

The notification invites applications for the following branches and entry schemes:

Educational Qualification

• Flying Branch: Candidates must fulfil the prescribed 10+2 Physics and Mathematics requirements along with the required graduation or engineering qualification.
• Ground Duty Technical Branch: Engineering degree holders in the prescribed Aeronautical Engineering (Mechanical/Electronics) or other eligible engineering disciplines.
• Ground Duty Non-Technical Branch: Graduation/post-graduation or professional qualifications according to the respective branch, such as Administration, Logistics, Accounts, Education, Meteorology and Weapon Systems.
• NCC Special Entry: Candidates holding a valid NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ Certificate and meeting the Flying Branch eligibility conditions.
• GATE Score Entry: Eligible engineering graduates with a valid GATE score as prescribed for the Technical Branch.

Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Age Limit

The age limit will be calculated as on 01 January 2028.

Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Selection Process

The selection process for Indian Air Force Commissioned Officer posts generally includes the following stages:

1. AFCAT Online Written Examination (where applicable).
2. Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview.
3. Psychological Tests, Group Tests and Personal Interview.
4. Physical and Medical Examination.
5. Final Merit List.

Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Salary

Candidates selected as Flying Officers will receive the following pay:

Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Training Details

• Training Location: Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad.
• Flying Branch: 74 weeks.
• Ground Duty Technical Branch: 74 weeks.
• Ground Duty Non-Technical Branch: 50 weeks.
• Training Commencement: First week of January 2028.

Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Important Documents

Candidates should keep the following documents ready before applying:

1. Class 10th Certificate and Marksheet.
2. Class 12th Certificate and Marksheet.
3. Graduation/Post-Graduation Certificates.
4. Engineering Degree and Marksheet (if applicable).
5. Valid Aadhaar Card.
6. Recent Passport Size Photograph.
7. Scanned Signature.
8. NCC ‘C’ Certificate (for NCC entry).
9. Valid GATE Scorecard (for GATE entry).
10. Category/Other Relevant Certificates, wherever applicable.
11. PAN Card.
12. Bank Account Details.

How to Apply for Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027

Eligible candidates can submit their applications through the official AFCAT recruitment portal. Follow these steps:

1. Visit the official website: https://afcat.edcil.co.in.
2. Open the AFCAT 01/2027 registration link.
3. Complete the online registration process.
4. Enter personal, educational and other required details.
5. Select the appropriate entry and branch.
6. Upload the required photograph, signature and documents.
7. Pay the application fee, if applicable.
8. Submit the application form and take a printout for future reference.

Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2027 Important Links