AFCAT 02/2026 Admit Card Released for July 2027 Course

Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Admit Card Released

The Indian Air Force has released the admit card for the AFCAT 02/2026 examination, which is part of the recruitment process for the July 2027 course. Candidates who have applied can now download their admit cards ahead of the exam scheduled for August 8, 2026.

Key Dates for AFCAT 02/2026

• Application Start Date: 20 May 2026
• Last Date to Apply (Extended): 21 June 2026
• Fee Payment Deadline: 21 June 2026
• Exam Date: 08 August 2026
• Exam City Details Released: 29 July 2026
• Admit Card Release Date: 05 August 2026

Application Fee Details

The examination fee for all candidates is Rs. 550. Payments must be made through Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI, or other accepted online payment methods.

Age Eligibility Criteria

Age limits are calculated as of 1 January 2027:

• Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years
• Ground Duty Technical and Non-Technical Branches: 20 to 26 years

Age relaxation is applicable as per AFCAT recruitment rules.

Vacancy Breakdown

A total of 379 posts are available across various entries:

Additionally, 10% of seats from CDSE vacancies are reserved for NCC Special Entry Flying Branch candidates, and 10% of AFCAT vacancies are reserved for SSC candidates.

Educational Qualifications Required

AFCAT Entry - Flying Branch

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in any stream with Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level, or hold a B.E/B.Tech degree.

Ground Duty Technical Branch

• Aeronautical Engineering Electronics: Minimum 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a 4-year graduation or integrated postgraduate degree in Engineering/Technology.
• Aeronautical Engineering Mechanical: Minimum 60% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a 4-year engineering degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Aeronautical Engineering, or equivalent.

Ground Duty Non-Technical Branch

• Administration and Logistics: Bachelor’s degree in any stream with at least 60% marks. Physical eligibility: Height - Male 157.5 cm, Female 152 cm.
• Accounts: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (B.Com) with minimum 60% marks. Physical eligibility: Height - Male 157.5 cm, Female 152 cm.

NCC Special Entry - Flying Branch

Applicants must hold the NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ certificate and meet other flying branch eligibility criteria.

Meteorology Entry

Candidates should have a B.Sc. degree with Physics and Mathematics, securing at least 60% marks.

How to Download the AFCAT 02/2026 Admit Card

1. Visit the official link provided in the Important Links section below.
2. Click on the admit card download link.
3. Enter your Registration Number or Roll Number, Date of Birth or Password, and the Captcha code if prompted.
4. Submit the details to access and download your admit card.
5. The admit card is also available on the official AFCAT website.

Selection Process

The recruitment process includes the following stages:

• Written Examination
• Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview
• Document Verification
• Medical Examination

Important Links

• Download Admit Card: Click Here
• Download Exam City Details: Click Here
• Apply Online: Click Here
• Download Notification: Click Here
• Official Website: Click Here

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Has the AFCAT 02/2026 Admit Card been released?
A: Yes, it was released on 5 August 2026.

Q: When will the AFCAT 02/2026 exam be conducted?
A: The exam is scheduled for 8 August 2026.

Q: Where can candidates check their admit card?
A: Admit cards can be downloaded from the official AFCAT website or the direct link provided above.

Q: What details are required to download the admit card?
A: Candidates need their Registration Number or Roll Number, Date of Birth or Password, and Captcha code if applicable.

Q: What is the official AFCAT website?
A: The official website is https://afcat.edcil.co.in/.