Indian Air Force — Ministry of Defence
The Indian Air Force has issued an official recruitment notification for Commissioned Officer (Flying and Ground Duty), announcing a total of 300 vacancies located in All India. The closing date for submission of online application forms is 19 June 2026. To be eligible, applicants must hold Graduate Degree / B.E / B.Tech and be within the prescribed age limit of 20-26 years (approx), with category relaxation applicable as per government guidelines. Selected candidates will receive an approved pay scale of Level 10 (Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500). The selection procedure comprises Written Exam (AFCAT/EKT), AFSB Interview, Medical Examination. For complete guidelines, syllabus breakdown, and official notification PDF, refer to the verified information below on ApplySarkariJob.
| Fee Payment Deadline | 19 Jun 2026 |
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The Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) is the primary gateway for candidates aspiring to join the Indian Air Force as Commissioned Officers in the Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. Understanding the AFCAT 2 2026 exam pattern is the first step toward a successful career in the skies.
The examination is conducted as an online Computer-Based Test (CBT). For candidates applying for technical roles, an additional Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT) is mandatory.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Online (CBT) |
| Number of Questions | 100 (AFCAT) + 50 (EKT for Technical) |
| Total Marks | 300 (AFCAT) + 150 (EKT) |
| Duration | 120 Minutes (AFCAT) + 45 Minutes (EKT) |
| Marking Scheme | +3 for Correct Answer; -1 for Wrong Answer |
The written exam is divided into four major sections. Below is the comprehensive subject-wise breakdown:
Focuses on proficiency in the English language. Key topics include Comprehension, Error Detection, Sentence Completion, Synonyms & Antonyms, Idioms and Phrases, Cloze Test, and One-word Substitution.
Covers History, Geography, Indian Polity, Economy, and Basic Science. Candidates must stay updated with Current Affairs, Defence News, National & International Organizations, and Environment & Ecology.
Tests basic mathematical skills. Includes Decimal Fractions, Time and Work, Average, Profit & Loss, Percentage, Simple & Compound Interest, Ratio & Proportion, and Probability.
Includes Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning, Spatial Ability, and pattern recognition tasks designed to test the candidate's logical thinking and military aptitude.
Candidates opting for Technical branches must clear the EKT. This test focuses on core engineering subjects based on the candidate's specialization:
The recruitment follows a multi-stage evaluation to ensure only the best candidates are commissioned:
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