The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the official notification for AFCAT 01/2025 (January 2026) recruitment, including NCC Special Entry. The salary for these posts range from Rs 80,000/- to Rs 180,000/- per month. Whether you’re 12th pass, graduate, B.Com or Btech male or female candidates- you can apply for the following posts at officer level. Below is detailed information about the recruitment process. Candidates are strongly advised to read the official notification thoroughly before applying.
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Eligibility Criteria: Join Ground & Flying Staff as IAF Officer
Below are the eligibility requirements, number of vacancies, age limits, and pay scales for the AFCAT 01/2025 recruitment. The required educational qualification for all positions is Graduation.
| Post Name | Vacancies | Age Limit (as on 1st Jan 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry – Flying | 30 (Male-21, Female-09) | 20-24 years |
| Ground Duty (Technical) – AE (L) | 122 (Male-95, Female-27) | 20-26 years |
| Ground Duty (Technical) – AE (M) | 67 (Male-53, Female-14) | 20-26 years |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Admin | 53 (Male-42, Female-11) | 20-26 years |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – LGS | 16 (Male-13, Female-03) | 20-26 years |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Accounts | 13 (Male-11, Female-02) | 20-26 years |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – Education | 9 (Male-07, Female-02) | 20-26 years |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – WS Branch | 17 (Male-14, Female-03) | 20-26 years |
| Meteorology Entry | 9 (Male-07, Female-02) | 20-26 years |
| NCC Special Entry – Flying | 10% of vacancies (PC/SSC) | 20-24 years |
Educational Qualifications for Indian Air Force AFCAT 2025
| Branch | Qualifications |
|---|---|
| Flying Branch | – Passed 10+2 with a minimum of 50% marks each in Maths and Physics. – One of the following qualifications with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent: (i) Graduation (three-year degree) in any discipline. (ii) BE/B.Tech (four-year course). (iii) Cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India. |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) [AE (L)]: – 10+2 with 50% marks each in Physics and Maths. – Four-year degree in Engineering/Technology or integrated post-graduation in Engineering/Technology. – Cleared Sections A & B of AMIE, Aeronautical Society of India, or Graduate Membership Examination of Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers, with 60% marks or equivalent. Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical) [AE (M)]: – Same requirements as AE (L) with relevant engineering discipline. |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | Weapon Systems (WS): – 10+2 with 50% marks each in Maths and Physics. – Graduation (three-year degree) in any discipline or BE/B.Tech, with a minimum of 60% marks. Administration & Logistics: – Passed 10+2 and Graduation (three-year degree) in any discipline with 60% marks or cleared Section A & B of AMIE or Aeronautical Society of India. Accounts Branch: – Passed 10+2 and Graduation in any of these fields with 60% marks: (i) B.Com. (ii) BBA/BMS/BBS with specialization in Finance. (iii) Qualified CA/CMA/CS/CFA. (iv) B.Sc. with specialization in Finance. Education: – 10+2 and Post-Graduation with 50% marks in any discipline, including integrated courses offering PG (Single degree) with no exit options and 60% marks in Graduation. |
| Meteorology | – Passed 10+2 and B.Sc. with Physics and Mathematics, with a minimum of 60% marks. – Or, Four-year Graduation in Engineering/Technology with 60% marks. |
How to Apply Join Ground & Flying Staff as IAF Officer
Eligible candidates can apply online through the official Indian Air Force recruitment portal. Follow these steps:
- Visit the official IAF website and navigate to the AFCAT 01/2025 recruitment section.
- Complete the online registration and fill out the application form with accurate details.
- Pay the applicable fee, if required, and upload necessary documents.
- Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
Important Dates
Candidates must note the key dates for AFCAT 01/2025 recruitment. Stay updated on the official IAF website for any changes or additional information.
- Starting Date to Apply Online: 2nd December 2024
- Last Date to Apply Online: 31st December 2024
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 31st December 2024
Application Fee
The application fee details for AFCAT 01/2025 are as follows. Ensure payment is made through the prescribed online mode after reviewing the official guidelines.
- AFCAT Entry Fee: ₹550 + GST
- NCC Special Entry & Meteorology Entry Fee: No fee
Important Links
Visit the official Indian Air Force website for detailed notifications and the online application form. Ensure you read the full advertisement to understand the terms and conditions of the recruitment.
Prepare thoroughly and best of luck with your application!
