Indian Air Force AFCAT 02/2026 Notification: 379 Posts, Apply Online from 20 May to 19 June 2026
Indian Air Force · Updated June 11, 2026
The Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT 02/2026 notification for 379 vacancies across Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) branches. Both male and female candidates can apply online from 20 May 2026 to 19 June 2026.
Recruitment Details
| Organization | Indian Air Force |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Flying Branch, Ground Duty Technical, Ground Duty Non-Technical (AFCAT Entry, NCC Special Entry, GATE Score Entry) |
| Total Posts | 379 |
| Eligibility | Graduation (any discipline) for Flying Branch; B.E./B.Tech or equivalent for Technical; Graduation/Post Graduation for Non-Technical. For detailed branch-wise eligibility, refer to official notification. |
| Age Limit | 20 to 24 years for Flying Branch; 20 to 26 years for Ground Duty (as of July 2027). Relaxation as per government rules. |
| Salary / Pay Scale | As per Indian Air Force norms (approx. ₹56,100 - ₹1,77,500 per month plus allowances) |
| Start Date | 2026-05-20 |
| Last Date to Apply | 2026-06-19 |
| Notification | Click Here |
| Apply Online | Click Here to Apply Online |
Important Dates
| Start Date to Apply Online | 20 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Last Date to Apply Online | 19 June 2026 |
How to Apply
- Step 1: Visit the official website afcat.edcil.co.in.
- Step 2: Register with a valid email ID and phone number.
- Step 3: Fill in the online application form with personal, educational, and other details.
- Step 4: Upload scanned photograph, signature, and required documents.
- Step 5: Pay the application fee (if applicable) and submit the form.
- Step 6: Take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Key Highlights
- Total 379 vacancies for AFCAT 02/2026 course commencing July 2027.
- Entries: AFCAT, NCC Special, and GATE Score.
- Both male and female candidates eligible.
- Online application only at afcat.edcil.co.in.