AFCAT 1 /2025 Recruitment: The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the AFCAT 1/2025 Recruitment notification for 336 vacancies across various branches, including Flying, Ground Duty Technical, and Ground Duty Non-Technical roles (for Courses Commencing in January 2026).
Interested & eligible candidates can apply for AFCAT-1/2025 (For 336 Posts) online from 02 December 2024 to 31 December 2024(11:30PM) on the official AFCAT portal at afcat.cdac.in.
In this article, we provide essential information about the AFCAT 1/ 2025 recruitment, including eligibility criteria, vacancy details, important dates, and how to apply.
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Helpful Summary of AFCAT 1 2025 Recruitment
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruitment Name | AFCAT 1 2025 Recruitment () |
| Conducting Body | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Official Notification | Read Official AFCAT 1/2025 Notification |
| Total Vacancies | 336 |
| Post Name | Flying Branch, Ground Duty Technical, and Ground Duty Non-Technical roles |
| Application Start Date | 02 December 2024 |
| Application End Date | 31 December 2024 (till 11:30 PM) |
| Exam Date | As per Schedule |
| Application Fee | ₹550 for AFCAT Entry; No fee for NCC & Meteorology |
| Official Portal | AFCAT Recruitment Portal |
| Candidate New Registration Page for AFCAT 1/2025 direct link | Register & Apply for AFCAT01/2025 |
AFCAT 1 2025 Recruitment: Vacancy Details
The total number of vacancies is 336, distributed across various branches as follows:
| Entry Type | Branch | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | Flying | 21 | 09 | 30 |
| Ground Duty Technical (AE-L) | 95 | 27 | 122 | |
| Ground Duty Technical (AE-M) | 53 | 14 | 67 | |
| Ground Duty Non-Technical | 42 | 11 | 53 | |
| Administration | 13 | 03 | 16 | |
| Accounts | 11 | 02 | 13 | |
| Education | 07 | 02 | 09 | |
| Weapon Systems (WS) Branch | 14 | 03 | 17 | |
| Meteorology Entry | Meteorology | 07 | 02 | 09 |
| NCC Special Entry | Flying | 10% of CDSE & AFCAT Vacancies |
Eligibility Criteria for AFCAT 1 2025 Recruitment
Nationality: Candidate must be a citizen of India as per Indian citizenship act, 1955.
Marital Status: Candidates must be unmarried at the time of commencement of
the course and marriage is not permitted during training. A candidate who marries during
the period of training shall be discharged and will be liable to refund all expenditure
incurred on him/her by the Government.
Educational Qualifications: Candidates can check educational qualification (in short) as follows:-
| Branch | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Flying | Candidates should have mandatorily passed with a minimum of 50% marks each in Maths and Physics at 10+2 level and (aa) Graduation with minimum three years degree course in any discipline from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. OR (ab) BE/B Tech degree (Four years course) from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. OR (ac) Candidates who have cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. |
| Ground Duty (Tech) | (aa) Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) {AE (L)}. Candidates with a minimum of 50% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a minimum of four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/ Technology from recognized University OR cleared Sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India or Graduate membership examination of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers by actual studies with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in the following disciplines:- (aaa) Communication Engineering. (aab) Computer Engineering/Technology. (aac) Computer Engineering & Application. (aad) Computer Science and Engineering/Technology. (aae) Electrical and Computer Engineering. (aaf) Electrical and Electronics Engineering. (aag) Electrical Engineering. (aah) Electronics Engineering/ Technology. (aaj) Electronics Science and Engineering. (aak) Electronics. (aal) Electronics and Communication Engineering. (aam) Electronics and Computer Science. (aan) Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering. (aao) Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering (Microwave). (aap) Electronics and Computer Engineering. (aaq) Electronics Communication and Instrumentation Engineering. (aar) Electronics Instrument & Control. (aas) Electronics Instrument & Control Engineering. (aat) Instrumentation & Control Engineering. (aau) Instrument & Control Engineering. (aav) Information Technology. (aaw) Electric Power and Machinery Engineering. (aax) Infotech Engineering. (aby) Cyber Security. (ab) Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical) {AE (M)}. Candidates with a minimum of 50% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a minimum of four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/Technology from recognized University OR cleared Sections A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India by actual studies with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in the following disciplines:- (aaa) Aerospace Engineering. (aab) Aeronautical Engineering. (aac) Aircraft Maintenance Engineering. (aad) Mechanical Engineering. (aae) Mechanical Engineering and Automation. (aaf) Mechanical Engineering (Production). (aag) Mechanical Engineering (Repair and Maintenance). (aah) Mechatronics. (aaj) Industrial Engineering. (aak) Manufacturing Engineering. (aal) Production and Industrial Engineering. |
| Ground Duty (Non-Tech) | (aa) Weapon Systems (WS) Branch. Candidates should have mandatorily passed with a minimum of 50% marks each in Maths and Physics at 10+2 level and (aaa) Graduation with minimum three years degree course in any discipline from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. OR (aab) BE/B Tech degree (Four years course) from a recognised University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. (ab) Administration& Logistics. Passed 10+2 and Graduate Degree (Minimum three years degree course) in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent or {cleared section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.} (ac) Accounts Branch. Passed 10+2 and done graduation in any of the following streams with 60 % marks or equivalent from a recognized university:- (aaa) B. Com Degree (Min three years course). (aab) Bachelor of Business Administration (with specialization in Finance)/ Bachelor of Management Studies (with specialization in Finance)/ Bachelor of Business Studies (with specialization in Finance) (aac) Qualified CA/ CMA/ CS/ CFA. (aad) B.Sc. with specialization in Finance. (ad) Education. Passed 10+2 and Post-Graduation with 50% marks in any discipline including integrated courses offering PG (Single degree without permission to exit and lateral entry) and with 60% marks in Graduation in any discipline. (ae) Meteorology. Passed 10+2 and B Sc with Physics and Mathematics with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent or four year Graduation in Engineering/Technology discipline with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in the following streams:- (aaa) Communication Engineering. (aab) Computer Engineering/Technology. (aac) Computer Engineering and Application. (aad) Computer Science and Engineering/Technology. (aae) Electrical and Computer Engineering. (aaf) Electrical and Electronics Engineering. (aag) Electronics Engineering/Technology. (aah) Electronics Science and Engineering. (aaj) Electronics. (aak) Electronics and Communication Engineering. (aal) Electronics and Computer Science. (aam) Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering. (aan) Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering (Microwave). (aao) Electronics Communication and Instrumentation Engineering. (aap) Information Technology. (aaq) Mechanical Engineering. |
For detailed educational qualification in the official AFCAT1/2025 Recruitment notification.
Age Limit (as of 01 January 2026):
| Branch | Age |
|---|---|
| Flying | 20-24 years |
| Ground Duty | 20-26 years |
Physical Standards:
| Gender | Height |
|---|---|
| Male | Minimum 157.5 cm |
| Female | Minimum 152 cm |
Important Dates: AFCAT 1 2025 Recruitment
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 02 December 2024 |
| Application End Date | 31 December 2024 (till 11:30 PM) |
| Admit Card Release Date | Before Exam |
| Exam Date | 22 February 2025 and 23 February 2025(As per official AFCAT 1 2025 Notification) |
Steps to Apply for AFCAT 1 2025 Recruitment
Step1-Visit the Official AFCAT Portal: Candidate needs to visit the official Portal at afcat.cdac.in.
Step2-Navigate the News Section & Click on Apply Link For AFCAT 01/2025: After that, candidate needs to navigate to the News section. And click on the “Apply for AFCAT 01/2025 link“
Step3-Navigate & Click on Sign UP button: Once done, candidate login page will appear on the screen. now candidate needs to click on the “sign up” button.
Step4-Complete the New Registration Process: Complete the registration process by providing your Name, Email Id, Mobile Number, Verify the OTP and Captcha code. After that, click on the Sign UP button.
Step5-Perform The Candidate Login Process: After the successful registration, candidates will get the password in registered email id/ mobile number. Please click on the candidate login option and complete the process by providing “Email Id” & “Password,” verify the captcha code and click on the “Sign In” button.
Step6-Fill in the Application Form: Enter educational qualifications and other required information.
Step7-Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of your photo, signature, and ID proof.
Step8-Pay the Application Fee: Pay ₹550 online through debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.
Step9-Submit & Print: Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
Application Fee Details
| Entry Type | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | ₹550 |
| NCC & Meteorology | No Fee |
Selection Process for AFCAT 1 2025 Recruitment
The selection process includes:
- Online Written Test
- Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview
- Medical Examination
The final merit list will be based on the performance in the written test, AFSB interview, and medical examination.
Contact Information
If you are facing any issue regarding AFCAT 01/2025 Recruitment, Candidates can contact authorities :- [timings are from 9:30AM hrs to 1:00PM hrs and 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM (Monday to Friday, except closed holidays)].
- For any Query related to Conduct of Online Examination, registration process, admit cards, candidates may contact AFCAT Cell on 020-25503105 or 020-25503106. E-Mail queries may be addressed to [email protected].
- For all queries regarding Eligibility, allotment of AFSB centers, date of AFSB interview, merit list, Joining Instructions, and any other relevant information regarding selection process, candidates may contact on 011-23010231 Extn: 7610 or visit IAF website or AFCAT official Portal or Toll free number 1800-11-2448
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the start date for AFCAT 1 2025 applications?
The online application process begins on 02 December 2024.
Q2: What is the last date to apply for AFCAT 1 2025?
The last date to apply is 31 December 2024 till 11:30 PM.
Q3: What is the application fee for AFCAT 1 2025?
The application fee is ₹550 for AFCAT Entry, while NCC and Meteorology entries have no fee.
Q4: Is AFCAT 1 2025 Recruitment Notification Out?
Yes, Interested & eligible candidates can apply for AFCAT-1/2025 (For 336 Posts) online from 02 December 2024 to 31 December 2024(11:30PM) on the official AFCAT portal at afcat.cdac.in.
Q5: What is the age limit for AFCAT Flying Branch?
The age limit for the Flying Branch is 20-24 years as of 01 January 2026.
