AFCAT 2 Notification 2026 OUT: Apply Online for 370 Posts, Check Eligibility Criteria, Exam Date and Other Details
AFCAT Notification 2026: The Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT 2 notification for 370 posts. The online registration process started on May 20. Check the detailed notification, apply online date, eligibility, vacancy and other details.
Key Points
- IAF released AFCAT 02/2026 notification for courses starting July 2027.
- Online applications open May 20, 2026, and close on June 19, 2026.
- 370 posts available in flying, technical, and non-technical branches.
AFCAT Recruitment 2026: TheIndian Air Force (IAF) has released the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2026 notification for courses commencing in July 2027. Through this exam, IAF will fill 370 posts in the flying branch and the ground duty (technical and non-technical) branches/NCC special entry/gate score entry. For which the notification has been released on the official website- careerairforce.gov.in.
As per the latest official Notification, the application process has started on May 20, 2026, and applicants can apply online by June 19, 2026. Candidates are advised to carefully read the recruitment notification before applying to ascertain their eligibility for the post.
AFCAT 2 Notification 2026
AFCAT 2 notification 2026 is out for 370 Grade A vacancies in the Indian Air Force. An overview of the recruitment process is provided below for the candidates.
| AFCAT Recruitment 2026: Overview | |
| Recruitment Body | Indian Air Force |
| Branch Name |
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| Total Vacancies | 370 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Notification Date | May 20, 2026 |
| Application Start Date | May 20, 2026 |
| Last Date | June 19, 2026 |
| Selection Process |
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| Official Website | careerairforce.gov.in |
AFCAT 02/2026 Notification PDF
Candidates can download the AFCAT 02/2026 Notification official PDF through the direct link provided below. Candidates are advised to read the official advertisement properly before applying for the 370 posts. Download the official notification using the link given below.
| AFCAT 02/2026 Notification PDF |
AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Apply Link
Candidates can fill out the AFCAT Recruitment 2026 online application form from the official website. The link to apply online for the posts has been activated on May 20, 2026. Candidates are advised to read the instructions carefully before applying for the post.
| AFCAT Recruitment 2026: Application Fees | |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| AFCAT Recruitment 2026: Apply Link | |
| AFCAT Application Fee | Rs 550 + 18% GST |
AFCAT 02/2026 Vacancies
Candidates can check the branch-wise vacancy details for the AFCAT and other entries from the table given below.
| Entry | Branch | Men | Women |
| AFCAT Entry | Flying Branch | 30 | 5 |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | 169 | 42 | |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | 82 | 25 | |
| NCC Special Entry | Flying Branch | 10% seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC and10% seats out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC | |
| GATE Score Entry | Ground Duty (Technical) | 20 | 06 |
AFCAT Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria for AFCAT Recruitment 2026 have been released by the examination authority. Candidates can refer to the official notification to know the details of the eligibility criteria. Candidates can check the highlights of the AFCAT Recruitment eligibility criteria below.
| AFCAT Recruitment 2026: Eligibility Criteria | |
| Educational Qualification | Graduation in relevant discipline |
| Age Limit | Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical): 20 to 26 years |
The candidates are advised to refer to the official notification for further details.
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