At a Glance
- Post Name
- Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2026
- Exam / Result Date
- 08 August 2026 (Saturday)
- Application Last Date
- 21 June 2026
- Application Start Date
- 20 May 2026
- Conducting Body
- Indian Air Force (IAF)
- Eligibility
- Graduation / B.E. / B.Tech
- Salary
- ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10)
Quick Summary
Indian Air Force has activated the Exam City intimation for AFCAT 02/2026. Download your Admit Card at afcat.edcil.co.in for the exam scheduled on 08 August 2026.
Indian Air Force (IAF) is the air arm of the Indian Armed Forces, offering dynamic career opportunities for graduates and engineers through its Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches. The official portal for the Air Force Common Admission Test is afcat.edcil.co.in.
AFCAT 02/2026 Admit Card & Exam City – Key Details
The wait is over for defense aspirants — the Indian Air Force has released the Exam City Intimation for the AFCAT 02/2026 (July 2027 Course) on 29 July 2026. The written examination is scheduled for 08 August 2026. Check your status and download your admit card securely at afcat.edcil.co.in.
| Conducting Body | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2026 |
| Course Batch | July 2027 Course |
| Branches Offered | Flying, Ground Duty (Tech & Non-Tech), NCC Special Entry, Meteorology |
| Exam Date | 08 August 2026 (Saturday) |
| Admit Card Status | Exam City Out (29 July) | Admit Card Before Exam |
| Portal | afcat.edcil.co.in |
AFCAT 02/2026 – Important Dates & Full Schedule
The complete recruitment timeline, from the initial application phase to the upcoming online examination, is outlined below.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Begin | 20 May 2026 |
| Last Date for Apply Online | 21 June 2026 |
| Exam City Intimation Sent | 29 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Available | Before Exam (Expected early August) |
| Online Examination Date | 08 August 2026 (Saturday) |
AFCAT 02/2026 – Reference: Vacancy Details
Candidates are competing for entry into various branches of the IAF. A brief recap of the vacancy distribution for the 02/2026 cycle is provided below.
| Entry Type | Branch Name | Male Vacancies | Female Vacancies | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | Flying | 30 | 05 | 35 |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | AE (L) PC & SSC | 109 (PC: 2, SSC: 107) | 27 (PC: 2, SSC: 25) | 136 |
| AE (M) PC & SSC | 60 (PC: 8, SSC: 52) | 15 (PC: 2, SSC: 13) | 75 | |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | Admin | 50 | 12 | 62 |
| Logistics (LGS) | 04 | 02 | 06 | |
| Accounts | 05 | 02 | 07 | |
| Education | 01 | 02 | 03 | |
| Weapon Systems Branch | WS Branch | 21 | 05 | 26 |
| Meteorology Entry | Meteorology | 01 | 02 | 03 |
| NCC Special Entry | Flying | 10% seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC and 10% seats out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC. | ||
Note: The table above combines standard AFCAT entry and Gate Score Entry vacancies for technical branches for brevity. PC = Permanent Commission, SSC = Short Service Commission.
How to Download AFCAT 02/2026 Admit Card – Step by Step
Candidates must carry a clear, color printout of their e-Admit Card to the examination center along with a valid original photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, etc.) and two passport-size photographs. Follow these steps to download:
- Visit the Official Portal: Open the official AFCAT portal at afcat.edcil.co.in or use the direct candidate login link.
- Navigate to Candidate Login: On the homepage menu, click on "Candidate Login" and select "AFCAT 02/2026".
- Enter Login Credentials: Input your registered Email ID and the password generated during the application process.
- Submit Security Code: Enter the captcha code accurately and click "Login".
- Download Admit Card: Inside your dashboard, look for the "Download Admit Card" button (activated closer to the exam date). Click it, verify your details (Name, Exam City, Shift Timing), and save the PDF for printing.
Exam City Sent: 29 July 2026 | Exam Date: 08 August 2026
AFCAT 02/2026 – Exam Pattern & Selection Process
The Air Force Common Admission Test is a 2-hour online objective exam consisting of 100 questions carrying a total of 300 marks. The syllabus covers General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test.
Marking Scheme: Candidates will be awarded 3 marks for every correct answer. However, there is a strict negative marking of 1 mark for every incorrect answer. No marks are deducted for unattempted questions. Candidates applying for the Ground Duty (Technical) branch will no longer appear for the EKT (Engineering Knowledge Test), as it has been discontinued.
Candidates who successfully clear the online AFCAT cut-off will be called for the next rigorous phase: the AFSB (Air Force Selection Board) Interview, which includes Psychological Tests, Group Tests, and Personal Interviews, followed by comprehensive medical examinations.
AFCAT 02/2026 – Official Links
Access the official login portal, detailed notification PDF, and main IAF website through the direct links provided below.
| Check Exam City / Download Admit Card | Login Portal |
| Download Detailed Notification | Download PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Portal |
