AFCAT Application Form 2024, AFCAT 02/2024 Notification Released, Check Eligibility Criteria, Important Dates, Selection Process and Apply Online: Men and women of Indian descent have the fantastic opportunity to become Group “A” Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches of the Indian Air Force by taking the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) in 2024.
May 2024 marked the opening of the AFCAT 2024 online application window. The deadline for completing the application registration is June 28, 2024; online registration will open on May 30, 2024. 304 positions will be filled by the company through this recruitment effort.
AFCAT Recruitment 2024 Overview
| Organization | Indian Air Force |
| Exam Name | Air Force Common Admission Test |
| Post Name | Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical Posts) |
| Number of Vacancies | 304 |
| Mode of application | Online |
| Last date to apply | 28 June 2024 |
| Website | afcat.cdac.in |
AFCAT 2024 Jobs – Vacancy Details
| Entry | Branch | Men (SSC) | Women (SSC) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flying | Flying | 18 | 11 |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) | 124 | 32 |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | Administration | 95 | 24 |
| NCC Special Entry | Flying | 10% of CDSE vacancies | 10% of AFCAT vacancies |
AFCAT 2024 Vacancies – Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification Required
Flying Branch:
- 50% or higher in math and physics at the 10+2 level.
- graduation from a three-year program with at least 60% of the possible points.
- a four-year BE/B Tech degree with at least 60% of the possible points, or the equivalent.
- Applicants who have earned at least 60% or the equivalent in the Section A and B exams for Associate Membership in the Aeronautical Society of India or the Institution of Engineers (India).
Ground Duty (Technical) Branch:
- Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics): Minimum of 50% marks each in Physics and Maths at 10+2 level and a four-year degree in Engineering/Technology with a minimum of 60% marks.
- Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical): Minimum of 50% marks each in Physics and Maths at 10+2 level and a four-year degree in Engineering/Technology with a minimum of 60% marks.
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Branch:
- Administration & Logistics: Graduation (three years degree course) with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
- Accounts Branch: B. Com degree or equivalent with a minimum of 60% marks.
- Education: Post-graduation with 50% marks and Graduation with a minimum of 60% marks.
- Meteorology: B.Sc. with Physics and Mathematics with a minimum of 60% marks or four-year Graduation in Engineering/Technology with a minimum of 60% marks.
Age Limit
- Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years as of January 1, 2025 (Born between January 2, 2002, and January 1, 2006). The upper age limit for candidates holding valid and current Commercial Pilot License issued by DGCA (India) is relaxable for up to 26 years.
- Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branch: 20 to 26 years as of January 1, 2025 (Born between January 2, 2000, and January 1, 2006).
Selection Process
A written exam is the first step in the AFCAT 2024 selection process, and those who pass move on to the Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) testing. Based on the results of the combined written exam and AFSB testing, the final merit list is created.
Written Examination
Objective-type questions covering General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude Test comprise the AFCAT written exam. There is a two-hour exam duration and a maximum score of 300.
AFSB Testing
Those who pass the written exam will be invited to the AFSB testing, which consists of the following:
- Stage-I: Officer Intelligence Rating Test along with Picture Perception and Discussion Test.
- Stage-II: Psychological test, Group Tests, and Interview.
- For Flying Branch: Computerised Pilot Selection System (CPSS).
Application Fee
When submitting an online application, candidates must pay an application fee of ₹550. You can pay the fee online with Internet Banking, Debit Cards, or Credit Cards.
How to Apply Online for AFCAT Recruitment 2024?
- Go to AFCAT’s official website.
- Click on “Candidate Login,” then click on “Not Yet Registered? Sign Up Here.”
- Complete the form to generate a login ID and password.
- Use the system-generated password and registered email address to log in.
- Fill in the application form with personal, educational, and course preference details.
- Upload the necessary files (thumb impression, signature, and photo).
- Decide which city will be examined.
- For AFCAT admission, pay ₹550 + GST (non-refundable).
- For future use, download and print the application form.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start Date: 30 May 2024
- Online Application End Date: 28 June 2024
- AFCAT Examination Dates: to be announced
Direct Links
- Official Website – Visit Here
- AFCAT 02/2024 Detailed Notification – Download Here
- Application Form Link – Click Here to apply
