The Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Recruitment Result.
Total Vacancies – 171 posts
Application Period – 17 February 2025 to 18 March 2025
Candidates who appeared in the Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2026 examination can now check and download their result from the official link provided by the Indian Air Force. For more details such as eligibility, age limit, syllabus, and selection process, candidates should refer to the official notification.
Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2026/NCC Special Entry – Recruitment Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Organization | Career Indian Air Force (Bhartiya Vayu Sena) |
| Exam Name | AFCAT 01/2026 & NCC Special Entry |
| Course Start | January 2027 Batch |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Result Status | Available |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start | 17 November 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | 14 December 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 14 December 2025 |
| AFCAT Exam Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 22 January 2026 |
| Answer Key Release | 01 February 2026 |
| Result Declaration | 11 March 2026 |
Application Fee
| Entry Type | Fee | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | ₹550 | Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking/E-Challan |
| NCC Special Entry | No Fee | Debit/Credit Card/Net Banking/E-Challan |
Age Criteria (As on 01 January 2027)
| Branch | Age Limit | More details |
|---|---|---|
| Flying Branch | 20 – 24 Years | Refer to the official notification. |
| Ground Duty (Technical / Non-Technical) | 20 – 26 Years | Refer to the official notification. |
AFCAT 01/2026 Vacancy Details
Note – NCC Special Entry seats are reserved from CDSE and AFCAT vacancies for the Flying Branch.
| Branch / Entry | Post Code | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flying Branch | Flying | 34 | 4 | 38 |
| Ground Duty Technical | AE (L) | 103 | 6 | 106 |
| Ground Duty Technical | AE (M) | 47 | 12 | 59 |
| Ground Duty Non-Technical | Administration | 48 | 12 | 60 |
| Ground Duty Non-Technical | Logistics | 9 | 2 | 11 |
| Ground Duty Non-Technical | Accounts | 8 | 2 | 10 |
| Ground Duty Non-Technical | Education | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Weapon Systems Branch | WS | 21 | 5 | 26 |
| Meteorology Entry | Meteorology | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Branch-wise Eligibility Criteria
| Entry | Branch | Required Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | Flying Branch | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 level OR B.E / B.Tech |
| AFCAT Entry | Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics) | 10+2 with Physics & Mathematics (60% marks) + 4-year Engineering / Technology Degree |
| AFCAT Entry | Aeronautical Engineering (Mechanical) | 10+2 with Physics & Mathematics (60%) + Engineering Degree in Mechanical / Aeronautical / Industrial or related field |
| Ground Duty Non-Technical | Administration / Logistics | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with minimum 60% marks |
| Ground Duty Non-Technical | Accounts | B.Com Degree with minimum 60% marks |
| NCC Special Entry | Flying Branch | NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ Certificate + eligibility as per Flying Branch rules |
| Meteorology Entry | Meteorology | Qualification details available in official notification |
Physical Standards
| Category | Height Requirement |
|---|---|
| Male Candidates | Minimum 157.5 cm |
| Female Candidates | Minimum 152 cm |
How to Apply – Indian Air Force AFCAT 01/2026
Steps to Apply
• Firstly, interested candidates can apply online between 17 November 2025 and 14 December 2025.
• Before applying, read the official notification carefully.
• Next, keep all required documents ready such as educational details, photo, and address details.
• Then, prepare scanned copies of photo, signature, and ID proof.
• After that, review the preview of the form and verify all entered information carefully.
• If required, pay the application fee; otherwise, the application form will remain incomplete.
• Finally, after successful submission, take a printout of the application form for future reference.
Important – Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification carefully before applying online.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download Result | Click Here |
| Download Answer Key | Click Here |
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here |
| Download Detailed Official Notification | Click Here |
| Indian Air Force Official Website | Click Here |
| Sarkari Result 24×7 | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The AFCAT 01/2026 result was released on 11 March 2026.
Candidates can check their result online by visiting the official website of the Indian Air Force and logging in with their email ID and password.
The AFCAT 01/2026 examination was conducted on 31 January 2026.
Candidates who qualify the written exam will be called for the AFSB interview and further selection process.
No, the result is usually available through candidate login on the official portal, where applicants can view and download their score.
