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Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT - 02/2026) for Flying & Ground Duty Branches
Official Exam Code: AFCAT-02/2026/NCC
Exam Date
To Be Announced
Exam Mode
Offline OMR Sheet Based
Eligibility Criteria
Graduation (min 60%) with Math and Physics at 10+2 level or B.E./B.Tech degree (min 60%).
Selection Stages
Single Stage
1. Examination Overview
| Conducting Body / Commission | Indian Air Force (IAF Careers) (IAF) |
|---|---|
| Official Examination Name | Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT - 02/2026) for Flying & Ground Duty Branches |
| Examination Reference Code | AFCAT-02/2026/NCC |
| Examination Delivery Mode | Offline OMR Sheet Based |
| Examination Frequency | annual |
| Jurisdiction | All India (National Level Examination) |
2. Important Examination Dates
| Notification Released / Application Window Opens | 1 Aug 2026 |
|---|---|
| Online Application Closing Date | 28 Aug 2026 |
3. Latest Examination Updates & Notices
Official Commission Updates
| Date | Update / Announcement | Source Document |
|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug 2026 | Official Examination Notification (AFCAT-02/2026/NCC) Released Notification Release | View Document |
4. Examination Stages & Marking Pattern
Multi-stage competitive examination process.
Marking Scheme: Negative marking applicable for incorrect responses as specified in commission instructions.
6. Eligibility Criteria & Age Limit
Educational Qualification
Graduation (min 60%) with Math and Physics at 10+2 level or B.E./B.Tech degree (min 60%).
Age Limit
Minimum 20 Years, Maximum 24 Years
Flying: 20 to 24 years; Ground Duty: 20 to 26 years.
Nationality Criteria
Citizen of India
7. Application Fee & Payment Details
• PAYMENT_MODE: ₹Online Payment Gateway
• GENERAL_OBC_EWS / SC_ST_PWD_WOMEN: ₹550
Accepted Payment Modes: Net Banking, Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or State Bank of India Challan as authorized by the commission.
8. Important Official Examination Links
| Exam Syllabus & Subject Topics | View Complete Syllabus |
| Official Notification PDF | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Commission Portal | Indian Air Force (IAF Careers) Portal |
| Admit Card / Hall Ticket | Check Admit Card Status |
| Answer Key & Objections | Check Official Answer Key |
| Examination Results & Cutoff | Check Exam Results |
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10. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the last date to register for Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT - 02/2026) for Flying & Ground Duty Branches?
The online registration window for Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT - 02/2026) for Flying & Ground Duty Branches concludes on 1 Aug 2026.
Q2. Which authority conducts Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT - 02/2026) for Flying & Ground Duty Branches?
Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT - 02/2026) for Flying & Ground Duty Branches is officially conducted by Indian Air Force (IAF Careers) (IAF).
Q3. What is the exam pattern and scheme for Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT - 02/2026) for Flying & Ground Duty Branches?
Multi-stage competitive examination process.