AFCAT 1 2025 Notification Out for 336 Group A Officers in Flying and Ground Duty for Jan 2026 batch. AFCAT 1 2025 online registration date is from 02 to 31 December 2024. Check the detailed AFCAT 2025 Notification below.
Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2025 Overview
| Organization Name | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Exam Name | Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) |
| Post Name | Flying & Ground Duty (Technical & Non Technical) |
| Vacancy | 336 |
| Category | All India Job |
| Job Type | Government |
| Job Location | All India |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Last Date | 31 December 2024 |
| Official Website | https://afcat.cdac.in/AFCAT/ |
| Join Groups | Telegram | WhatsApp |
AFCAT 2025 Notification
The Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT 1 2025 Notification. A total of 336 posts have been released for Group A Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches.
The AFCAT 1 2025 Exam is scheduled for 22 and 23 Feb 2025, and the AFCAT Admit Card 2025 will be released in the last week of Jan 2025.
Interested and eligible candidates can fill the AFCAT application form at afcat.cdac.in. AFCAT 2025 apply online last date is 31 December 2024.
AFCAT 2025 Vacancy Details
The recruitment drive for AFCAT 01/2025 aims to fill 336 positions across multiple branches. These vacancies include roles in the flying and ground duty (technical and non-technical), as well as NCC Special Entry for the flying branch. The detailed breakdown of AFCAT vacancy 2025 is as follows:-
AFCAT Eligibility Criteria 2025
AFCAT 2025 Eligibility: The Indian Air Force has set different eligibility criteria for technical and non-technical posts. Candidates must ensure that they meet all the eligibility criteria, such as educational qualification, age limit, nationality, marital status, etc. The overall eligibility criteria for AFCAT 2025 are as follows:-
Nationality
Candidate must be a citizen of India as per Indian citizenship act, 1955.
Marital Status
Candidates must be unmarried at the time of commencement of the course and marriage is not permitted during training
AFCAT Educational Qualification
| Branch | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Flying Branch | 50% marks each in Maths and Physics at 10+2 level and Graduation with at least three years of a degree course with a minimum of 60% marks. or BE/B Tech degree (Four years course) with at least 60% marks. |
| Ground Duty (Technical) Branch | 50% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and at least four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/ Technology. |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Branch | 10+2 and Graduate Degree (Minimum three years degree course) in any discipline with at least 60% marks. |
NOTE: If you want to know detailed information about AFCAT Educational Qualifications, please check the Notification PDF.
AFCAT Age Limit
| Post Name | Age Limit |
|---|---|
| Flying Branch | Minimum Age: 20 years Maximum Age: 24 years |
| Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) | Minimum Age: 20 years Maximum Age: 26 years |
AFCAT Selection Process
The selection process for AFCAT 1 2025 includes three stages:-
- Computer Based Test: Candidates will have to appear for the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) which will be held for 300 marks.
- AFSB Test (Air Force Selection Board): The shortlisted applicants will be called for the interview or the personality test.
- Medical Examination: The applicants must be medically fit to be eligible for the job.
AFCAT Application Fee
- A Non refundable fee of Rs. 550/- for AFCAT entry may be paid online payment mode.
- Not applicable for NCC Special entry and Meteorology.
How to Apply for AFCAT Recruitment 2025?
The online application process for AFCAT 1 2025 has started from 2 December 2024. Candidates who meets the eligibility criteria can submit their online applications forms on the AFCAT official website at afcat.cdac.in/AFCAT till 31 December 2024.
Steps to fill AFCAT Online Form 2025:-
- Visit the AFCAT official website at afcat.cdac.in/AFCAT
- Click on the option of Candidate Login available on the home page.
- If you are a new user, complete the registration process by providing the necessary details.
- After successful registration for the AFCAT exam 2025, the participant will receive a password and registration ID on their registered email ID.
- Now log in with their registered email ID and password.
- Fill in the application form and upload all required scanned documents.
- Submit the form and pay the applicable application fee.
- Keep a hard copy or printout of your application form for future reference.
Important Dates
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| AFCAT 2025 Apply Start Date | 02 December 2024 |
| AFCAT 2025 Apply Last Date | 31 December 2024 |
| AFCAT 2025 Admit Card | January/February 2025 |
| AFCAT 2025 Exam Date | 22 & 23 February 2025 |
| AFCAT 2025 Result Date | Notify Soon |
Important Website Links
| Online Application Form Link | Click Here |
| AFCAT 1/2025 Notification PDF | Click Here |
| AFCAT Official Website | Click Here |
| Indian Air Force Official Website | Click Here |
| BodoPedia | Click Here |
| Join Telegram Channel | Click Here |
| Join WhatsApp Channel | Click Here |
FAQ
1. What is the last date for AFCAT 1 2025?
31 December 2024 is the last date to apply for AFCAT 1 2025.
2. Who is eligible for AFCAT 1 2025?
As per AFCAT Notification 2025, applicants must be 20 to 24 years (Flying Branch and NCC Special Entry) and 20 to 26 years (Ground Duty Branch)
3. Can a 12th pass apply for AFCAT?
No. Minimum qualification required for AFCAT is graduation or postgraduation (Masters) (depending on the branch you are applying for).