AFCAT 2/2025 Notification: Apply for Indian Air Force Commissioned Officer Posts
AFCAT 2/2025: Indian Air Force (IAF) invites online applications from eligible Indian men and women to join as Commissioned Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches through AFCAT 2 2025. This includes NCC Special Entry for Flying Branch. The courses will commence in July 2026 at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal (Hyderabad).
The online registration for AFCAT 2 2025 begins on 02 June 2025 (11:00 AM) and will close on 01 July 2025 (11:30 PM). Interested candidates can apply through the official website careerindianairforce.cdac.in or afcat.cdac.in.
AFCAT 2/2025 Overview
Recruitment Authority
Indian Air Force (IAF)
Exam Name
AFCAT 2/2025 & NCC Special Entry
Post Name
Commissioned Officer
Branches
Flying, Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical)
Course Commencement
July 2026
Application Dates
02 June to 01 July 2025
Official Website
afcat.cdac.in
AFCAT 2/2025 Important Dates
Notification Release Date
27 May 2025
Application Start Date
02 June 2025 (11:00 AM)
Application End Date
01 July 2025 (11:30 PM)
Course Commencement
July 2026
AFCAT 2/2025 Application Fee
Entry Type
Examination Fee
AFCAT Entry
โน550 + GST (Non-refundable)
NCC Special Entry
No Fee
AFCAT 2/2025 Vacancies, Qualification
Branch
Vacancies
Entry Type
Flying
03
AFCAT/NCC Special
Ground Duty (Technical)
156
AFCAT
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
125
AFCAT
AFCAT 2 2025 Age Limit
Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years as on 01 July 2026 (Born between 02 July 2002 and 01 July 2006). Candidates with valid DGCA Commercial Pilot License: Upper age limit relaxable to 26 years.
Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical): 20 to 26 years as on 01 July 2026 (Born between 02 July 2000 and 01 July 2006).
AFCAT 2 2025 Selection Process
Written Exam
Psychological Tests
Group Tests
Interview Test
Documents Verification
Medical Test
AFCAT 2/2025 Exam Pattern
AFCAT Exam (for Flying & Ground Duty):
Duration: 2 hours
Sections: General Awareness, Verbal Ability, Numerical Ability, Reasoning & Military Aptitude
Total Marks: 300
EKT (for Technical Branch):
Duration: 45 minutes
Subjects: Mechanical, Computer Science, or Electrical & Electronics
Total Marks: 150
How to Apply for AFCAT 2/2025
Eligible candidates must apply online through https://afcat.cdac.in from 02 June to 01 July 2025. Separate applications are required for AFCAT and NCC Special Entry. Aadhaar card is mandatory for registration. Ensure all personal and educational details are filled accurately, as no corrections will be allowed later.
