Indian Air Force
AFCAT 2024 Notification - Air Force Common Admission Test | Apply Online
Location: Various Air Force Stations across India
Posted on: August 25, 2024
Application Deadline: September 30, 2024
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: ₹5.6-18 LPA (Level 10-13 Pay Matrix)
Job Description
Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT 2024 notification for commission in Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical), and NCC Special Entry. This is a golden opportunity to serve the nation as an officer in the Indian Air Force.
About AFCAT
Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) is conducted twice a year by the Indian Air Force for selection of officers in various branches.
Available Branches
- Flying Branch - Pilot and Navigator
- Ground Duty (Technical) - Aeronautical Engineer
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical) - Administration, Logistics, Accounts, Education
- NCC Special Entry
- Meteorology Branch
Eligibility
Eligibility Criteria
- Flying Branch: B.E./B.Tech (any stream) with 60% marks or equivalent CGPA
- Ground Duty (Technical): B.E./B.Tech in specified branches with 60% marks
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical): Graduate in any discipline with 60% marks
- Age Limit: 20-24 years (Flying), 20-26 years (Others)
- Unmarried male and female candidates
Selection Process
- AFCAT Written Examination (Online)
- Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT) for Technical branch
- Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | August 25, 2024 |
| Online Application Start | August 30, 2024 |
| Application Deadline | September 30, 2024 |
| Admit Card Release | October 2024 |
| AFCAT Exam Date | November 2024 |
Other Details
| Exam Mode | Computer Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Questions | 100 (AFCAT) + 50 (EKT) |
| Exam Duration | 2 Hours (AFCAT) + 45 min (EKT) |
| Application Fee | ₹550 for all candidates |
| Official Website | afcat.cdac.in |