This is a professional and systematic summary of the Indian Air Force recruitment notification for AFCAT-02/2026.

Recruitment Notification: Indian Air Force (AFCAT-02/2026)

1. General Information

Detail	Description
Advertisement No.	AFCAT-02/2026
Total Posts	Tentative (Subject to change)
Job Location	Across India (as per service requirements)
Application Mode	Online

2. Post Details & Eligibility

• Name of the Post(s): Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches.
• Educational Qualification:
  • Flying Branch: 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics; Graduation (3 years) in any discipline OR BE/B.Tech (4 years) OR cleared Sections A & B of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India.
  • Ground Duty (Technical): Specialized engineering degrees in various disciplines (e.g., Aeronautical Engineering, Electronics, Mechanical, etc.).
  • Ground Duty (Non-Technical): Varies by sub-branch; includes Graduates in any discipline (for Administration & Logistics/WS), B.Com/BBA/BMS/BBS/CA/CMA/CS/CFA (for Accounts), Post-Graduation (for Education), and B.Sc/Engineering degree (for Meteorology).
• Age Limit (as on 01 July 2027):
  • Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years (born between 02 July 2003 and 01 July 2007).
  • Ground Duty Branches: 20 to 26 years (born between 02 July 2001 and 01 July 2007).
  • Note: Upper age limit for valid/current Commercial Pilot License holders is 26 years.

3. Fees & Important Dates

• Application Fee: Rs. 550/- + 18% GST (Non-refundable). (Not applicable for NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry).
• Important Dates:
  • Start Date for Online Applications: 20 May 2026 (11:00 Hr).
  • Last Date of Online Application: 19 June 2026 (23:30 Hr).
  • Date of the Examination: 08 August 2026 (Saturday).

4. Official Links & Resources

• Official Notification (PDF): Click Here to View/Download
• Apply Online: https://afcat.edcil.co.in
• Official Website: careerairforce.gov.in

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Is Aadhaar Card mandatory for application?

• A: Yes, an Aadhaar Card is mandatory for online registration.

Q: Can final-year students apply?

• A: Yes, candidates in the final year/semester of their degree can apply provided they have no backlogs and can submit proof of passing by 30 May 2027.

Q: Is there negative marking in the exam?

• A: Yes, one mark is deducted for every incorrect answer, while three marks are awarded for every correct answer.

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