About Indian Air Force (Bhartiya Vayu Sena) Recruitment 2026
Indian Air Force (Bhartiya Vayu Sena) has officially announced a recruitment drive for AFCAT 01/2022 Batch. There are 317 vacancies to be filled through this drive. The appointed candidates will be posted in All India. The official notification is available on indianairforce.nic.in/.
Interested candidates can submit their applications online through the official portal. the application window opens on 01/12/2021. It is recommended to apply well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Key highlights — age limit: 20–24 years; application fee varies by category. Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility criteria before applying. Detailed information about the selection process, exam pattern, and syllabus is available in the sections below.
Key Highlights
Vacancy Details — Total 317 Posts
| Post Name | Vacancies | Qualification | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Flying | 77 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Level / B.E / B.Tech Course | — |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Technical (AE - L) | 95 | 10+2 Intermediate Minimum 60% Marks in Physics and Math and Minimum 4 Year Graduation / Integrated PG Degree in Engineering / Technology | — |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Technical (AE - M) | 34 | 10+2 Intermediate Minimum 60% Marks in Physics and Math and Minimum 4 Year Graduation / Integrated PG Degree in Engineering / Technology | — |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical (Administration) | 51 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with At Least Minimum 60% Marks | — |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical (Accounts) | 21 | Bachelor Degree in Commerce B.Com with At Least Minimum 60% Marks | — |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical (Logistics) | 39 | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with At Least Minimum 60% Marks | — |
| NCC Special Entry Flying | 10% seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC and 10% seats out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC | NCC Air Wing Senior Division 'C' certificate and Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Level / B.E / B.Tech Course | — |
| Meteorology Entry | 0 | For Eligibility Details Read the Notification | — |
Important Dates
| Application Start | 01/12/2021 |
| Exam Date | February 2022 |
| Application Last Date | 30/12/2021 |
| Application Fee Last Date | 30/12/2021 |
| Admit Card Available | 28/01/2022 |
| Result Available | 09/03/2022 |
| Merit List Available | 05/11/2022 |
| Course Start | January 2023 |
Application Fee
| General | 250 |
| OBC | 250 |
| SC | 250 |
| ST | 250 |
| EWS | 250 |
| PH / / / PwD | 250 |
| 250 | |
| NCC / Special / & / Meteorology / Entry | 0 |
Age Limit & Relaxation
| Minimum Age | 20 Years |
| Maximum Age | 24 Years |
| Age Cutoff Date | 01/01/2023 |
| Relaxation (GROUND DUTY TECHNICAL / NON TECHNICAL) | 26 |
* Age relaxation is applicable as per government rules for reserved categories.
Educational Qualification & Eligibility
Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Level / B.E / B.Tech Course for Flying Branch. For Ground Duty Technical: 10+2 Intermediate Minimum 60% Marks in Physics and Math and Minimum 4 Year Graduation / Integrated PG Degree in Engineering / Technology. For Ground Duty Non Technical: Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with At Least Minimum 60% Marks.
Selection Process
Written Exam
AFSB Testing
Medical Examination
Final Merit List
Documents Required
* Candidates must carry original documents for verification at the time of interview / document verification.
Physical Standards & Medical Requirements
| Minimum Height | Male: 157.5 CMS, Female: 152 CMS |
How To Apply
Visit the official website of Indian Air Force (Bhartiya Vayu Sena) — https://indianairforce.nic.in/.
Read the official notification carefully and check your eligibility.
Click on the "Apply Online" / "Registration" link for AFCAT 01/2022 Batch.
Complete the registration by providing a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill in all required details: personal information, educational qualifications, work experience (if applicable), and address.
Upload scanned copies of your photograph (passport size), signature, and required documents as per the specifications.
Pay the application fee online through the available payment gateway (if applicable).
Review all entered details carefully before final submission.
Submit the application form and take a printout / save a PDF copy for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the important dates for AFCAT 01/2022 Batch?
Application Start: 01/12/2021
Exam Date: February 2022
What is the minimum educational qualification for AFCAT 01/2022 Batch?
Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Level / B.E / B.Tech Course for Flying Branch. For Ground Duty Technical: 10+2 Intermediate Minimum 60% Marks in Physics and Math and Minimum 4 Year Graduation / Integrated PG Degree in Engineering / Technology. For Ground Duty Non Technical: Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with At Least Minimum 60% Marks.
What is the age limit for AFCAT 01/2022 Batch?
Minimum Age: 20 years.
Maximum Age: 24 years.
Age relaxation is applicable as per government norms.
What is the application fee for AFCAT 01/2022 Batch?
General: 250
OBC: 250
SC: 250
ST: 250
EWS: 250
PwD: 250
Female: 250
NCC Special & Meteorology Entry: 0
What is the selection process for AFCAT 01/2022 Batch?
Written Exam
AFSB Testing
Medical Examination
Final Merit List
What is the last date to apply for AFCAT 01/2022 Batch?
The last date to apply online is 30 December 2021.
What is the application fee for AFCAT entry?
The application fee for AFCAT entry is INR 250 for all candidates.
Is there any fee for NCC Special Entry and Meteorology Entry?
No, the application fee is INR 0 for NCC Special Entry and Meteorology Entry.
What is the age limit for AFCAT Flying Branch as on 01/01/2023?
The age limit for AFCAT Flying Branch is 20 to 24 years as on 01/01/2023.
What is the age limit for Ground Duty Technical / Non Technical Branch?
The age limit for Ground Duty Technical / Non Technical Branch is 20 to 26 years as on 01/01/2023.
What is the qualification required for AFCAT Flying Branch?
Candidates need a Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Level or B.E / B.Tech Course.
What is the qualification required for AFCAT Ground Duty Technical (AE - L) Branch?
Candidates need 10+2 Intermediate with Minimum 60% Marks in Physics and Math and a Minimum 4 Year Graduation / Integrated PG Degree in Engineering / Technology.
What is the qualification required for AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical (Administration) Branch?
Candidates need a Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with At Least Minimum 60% Marks.
What is the height requirement for male candidates?
The height requirement for male candidates is 157.5 CMS.
What is the height requirement for female candidates?
The height requirement for female candidates is 152 CMS.
When will the AFCAT 01/2022 exam be conducted?
The AFCAT 01/2022 exam is scheduled to be conducted in February 2022.
When will the admit card for AFCAT 01/2022 be available?
The admit card for AFCAT 01/2022 will be available from 28 January 2022.
When will the result for AFCAT 01/2022 be declared?
The result for AFCAT 01/2022 will be declared on 09 March 2022.
When will the merit list for AFCAT 01/2022 be available?
The merit list for AFCAT 01/2022 will be available from 05 November 2022.
When does the course start for AFCAT 01/2022 selected candidates?
The course for AFCAT 01/2022 selected candidates starts in January 2023.