AFCAT Admit Card 2026 Released: Direct Link to Download Exam Hall Ticket at afcat.cdac.in

Jan 23, 2026, 11:51 IST

AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026 (Air Force Common Admission Test) has been released by the Indian Air Force for the post of Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. The written exam is scheduled on January 31, 2026 across the country. Candidates can download the admit card after using your login credentials at- afcat.cdac.in.Check all details here.

AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026: The Indian Air Force has released  the AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026 on January 22, for the post of Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. Candidates can download their hall ticket after using their login credentials. The online written exam is scheduled to be held on January 31, 2026 across the country. In order to appear for the exam, candidates will be required to download the admit card after using your login credentials at- afcat.cdac.in.

Candidates who have to appear in the written exam for the  for the post of Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches are advised to carry the hall ticket with valid photo Identity card at the exam hall. 

AFCAT Admit Card 2026 Download Link

Candidates can download the hall ticket after using their login credenteials to the link at the official website. However the AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026 can also be downloaded directly through the link provided in this article. Candidates will be required to login under ‘AFCAT 01/2026’ using their email ID and password.

AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026

Direct Link 

AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026 Know the Marking Scheme 

As per the detailed notification released, the marking scheme  for the written exam scheduled on January 31, 2026 will be based on the facts given below-

  • Three Marks for Correct Answers: Total of three marks will be awarded for every correct answer attempted by the candidates. 
  • Negative Marking: There will be negative marking in the exam and one mark will be deducted for every incorrect answer.
  • No Marks: There will not be any marks provided for un-attempted questions. 

Updated: 17.00 P.M., January 22, 2026 

AFCAT Admit Card 2026 Highlights

 The Indian Air Force had earlier invited online applications from the Indian citizens (Men and Women) for the  Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. The Online AFCAT examination will be conducted on 31 Jan 26 (Saturday) across the country.  Candidates can check the details related to the exam and admit card are given below:

Conducting Body

 Indian Air Force (IAF)

Exam Name

Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT-01/2026)

Post

Multiple for Flying Branch & Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical)

Exam Mode

Online (Computer-Based Test)

Exam Date

January 31, 2026

Admit Card Release Date

January 22, 2026 

Official Website

afcat.cdac.in

How to Download AFCAT Admit Card 2026?

Candidates can download the AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026 for the exam through the steps given here:

  • Step 1: Visit the website of AFCAT - afcat.cdac.in
  • Step 2: Click on the admit card link provided on the homepage
  • Step 3: Enter the login details such as login and details
  • Step 4: Download the admit card and take the printout of the admit card.

AFCAT Exam Date and Time 2026

The exam will be held on 31 Jan 26 (Saturday) the as per the schedule given below:

Activity 1st Shift
Candidates Reporting Time 08.00 AM
Gate Closing Time 09.30 AM
Verification of Admit Card, ID Proof, Biometric & Photograph capturing and Seating of Candidates 0800 AM – 09.45 AM
Reading of Instructions by
candidates
09.45 AM – 1000AM
Conduct of AFCAT Exam 10.00AM – 1200 PM

AFCAT Exam Pattern 2026

The mode of the exam will be online and questions will be based on the subjects including General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability and Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test. There will be objective-type questions and will be English only. The candidates can check the subjects, number of questions, marks and other details below:

Particulars  Details
Subject General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability and Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test
Time 2 hours
Number of Questions 100
Marks 300

Important Points To Remember While Downloading AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026

Once you are all set to download the AFCAT hall ticket, it will be beneficial for you to be ready and aware some crucial facts which will make easy and smooth the downloading of admit card process. You are advised to
keep the following things ready so that you can download your AFCAT Hall Ticket without any troubles and difficulties

  • Your Login Credentials- Be ready with your all useful login credentials.
  • A Printer in a working condition- Be ready to attach a printer with your system.
  • Internet connection with god speed-A high speed internet connection.

AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026 : What are common mistakes to avoid when taking the exam?

While attempting the AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) Exam, candidates must avoid focusing on the subjects especially with the highest scoring point of view and guessing the answers. Candidates attempting the exam must avoid taking too much time while taking the examination. Some of the common mistakes are listed below

  • Not Reading Instructions Carefully
  • Poor Time Management
  • Guessing the answers
  • Panicking During the Exam
  • Over-focusing on One Subject

Details Mentioned on AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026

Candidates who have to appear in the written exam for the  for the post of Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches are advised to go through the admit card which will have details regarding exam centre, timings, address, candidate’s roll number, name, date of birth, guardian’s name and other information. You should go through the details of your admit cards to ensure that all the details mentioned on the same are correct. You are advised to check all the crucial details and should inform the concerned authority in case of any error in the details, mentioned on the hall ticket. You will get the crucial details on the hall ticket such as-

  • Candidate’s name and photo
  • Date of birth
  • Photograph of the candidate
  • Signature of the candidate
  • Examination venue
  • Date and time of the examination
  • Roll number

AFCAT Admit Card 2026 Discrepancies:

If the candidate is unable to download the AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026 from the mentioned website, they can enquire from AFCAT Helpdesk (Phone Nos: +91-9513252077). You can send your E-Mail queries to afcathelpdesk@edcil.co.in.

 

Manish Kumar
Manish Kumar

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A Journalist and content professional with 15+ years of experience in Education and Career Development domain in digital and print media. He has previously worked with All India Radio (External Service Division), State Times and Newstrackindia.com. A Science Graduate (Hons in Physics) with PGJMC in Journalism and Mass Communication. At Jagranjosh, he used to create high-quality, engaging educational content for Education and Career sections including News/Notifications/Current Affairs/Preparation etc. He can be reached at manish.kumarcnt@jagrannewmedia.com.

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FAQs

  • How to download AFCAT 1 2026 Admit card?
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    Candidates who have to appear in the written exam for the for the post of Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches can download their hall ticket at the official website-afcat.cdac.in. 
  • Is the AFCAT 2025 admit card released?
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    Yes, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the AFCAT 1 2026 admit card on January 22, 2026 on its official website – afcat.cdac.in. 

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