IAF Apply 284 Commissioned Officers

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the AFCAT 2/2025 notification to recruit 284 Commissioned Officers in the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches, including NCC Special Entry. The courses are set to commence in July 2026 at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad.

📅 Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: 27 May 2025

• Application Start Date: 2 June 2025 (11:00 AM)

• Application End Date: 1 July 2025 (11:30 PM)

• Course Commencement: July 2026

🧑‍✈️ Vacancy Details for IAF Apply 284 Commissioned Officers

• Total Vacancies: 284

• Branches:

  • Flying Branch

  • Ground Duty (Technical)

  • Ground Duty (Non-Technical)

  • NCC Special Entry (Flying Branch)

🎓 Eligibility Criteria of IAF Apply 284 Commissioned Officers

Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026)

• Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years (born between 2 July 2002 and 1 July 2006). Upper age limit is relaxable up to 26 years for candidates holding a valid DGCA Commercial Pilot License.

• Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical): 20 to 26 years (born between 2 July 2000 and 1 July 2006).

Educational Qualifications

• Flying Branch: Bachelor’s degree (minimum three years) in any discipline with at least 60% marks and Mathematics and Physics at 10+2 level, or a BE/B Tech degree with at least 60% marks.

• Ground Duty (Technical): Four-year degree in Engineering/Technology with at least 60% marks in specified disciplines.

• Ground Duty (Non-Technical): Bachelor’s degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks.

• NCC Special Entry (Flying Branch): Graduates with at least 60% marks and NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ certificate.

💰 Application Fee

• AFCAT Entry: ₹550 + GST (non-refundable)

• NCC Special Entry: No fee

📝 Selection Process of IAF Apply 284 Commissioned Officers

1. Written Examination

2. Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview

3. Document Verification

4. Medical Examination

🧾 Exam Pattern

AFCAT Exam (for Flying & Ground Duty)

• Duration: 2 hours

• Sections: General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude Test

• Total Marks: 300

EKT (Engineering Knowledge Test) – for Technical Branch

• Duration: 45 minutes

• Subjects: Mechanical, Computer Science, or Electrical & Electronics

• Total Marks: 150

💼 Salary for IAF Apply 284 Commissioned Officers

• Pay Level: Level 10 (₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500)

• Additional Benefits: Military Service Pay (MSP) of ₹15,500, along with other allowances as applicable.

🖥️ How to Apply

1. Visit the Official Website: Go to afcat.cdac.in.

2. Registration: Click on the “Candidate Login” section and register as a new user.

3. Fill Application Form: Log in with your credentials, fill in the required details, and upload necessary documents.

4. Payment: Pay the application fee online (if applicable).

5. Submit: Review and submit the application form.

6. Print: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

🔗 Important Links

• Official Notification: Download PDF

• Apply Online: afcat.cdac.in

• Air Force Official Website : Click Here

For more details and updates, candidates are advised to regularly visit the official AFCAT website.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. What is the last date to apply for AFCAT 2 2025?
A: The last date to apply online is 1 July 2025.

Q2. How many vacancies are there in AFCAT 2 2025?
A: There are a total of 284 vacancies for Commissioned Officers in the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) branches.

Q3. Who can apply for AFCAT 2 2025?
A: Indian citizens who meet the age, educational, and medical eligibility criteria for Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Tech/Non-Tech), or NCC Special Entry.

Q4. What is the age limit for AFCAT 2 2025?
A:

• Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years (relaxable to 26 years for CPL holders)

• Ground Duty (Tech/Non-Tech): 20 to 26 years

Q5. Is there any application fee?
A:

• AFCAT Entry: ₹550 + GST

• NCC Special Entry: No fee

Q6. What is the selection process for AFCAT 2 2025?
A: The selection process includes:

1. Written Examination

2. AFSB Interview

3. Medical Examination

Q7. What is the salary for selected candidates?
A: Candidates will receive a pay scale of ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (Level 10) plus MSP ₹15,500 and other allowances.

Q8. Where can I apply for AFCAT 2 2025?
A: You can apply online at the official AFCAT portal: https://afcat.cdac.in