The Indian Air Force conducts the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) to recruit talented graduates as Gazetted Officers in various branches of the Indian Air Force. AFCAT is one of the most prestigious defence examinations in India, offering young aspirants the opportunity to serve the nation with pride, discipline, and honor.
Through AFCAT, candidates can join the Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches of the Indian Air Force. The examination is conducted twice every year as AFCAT 1 and AFCAT 2.
| Branch | Age Limit | Educational Qualification |
|---|
| Flying Branch | 20 – 24 Years | Minimum 50% marks in Physics & Mathematics at 10+2 level AND Graduation with 60% marks OR B.E./B.Tech Degree |
| Ground Duty (Technical | 20 – 26 Years | 4-Year Engineering / Technology Degree with minimum 60% marks |
| Ground Duty (Non- T Technical) | 20 – 26 Years | Graduation in any discipline with minimum 60% marks. Specific qualifications required for Accounts & Education branches |
The AFCAT examination is conducted as a Computer-Based Test (CBT) consisting of objective-type questions. The exam evaluates a candidate’s aptitude, reasoning ability, numerical skills, English proficiency, and awareness of current affairs and defence-related topics
| Total Questions | Total Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 300 | 2 Hours |
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At Iron Clad Defence Academy, training includes written exam coaching, physical training such as running and ground tests, medical and documentation guidance, regular mock tests, daily practice sessions, and personality development with strong discipline.
