Indian Air Force (AFCAT) has announced a job notification for the post of  Commissioned Officer. Students from various disciplines can apply for AFCAT  Recruitment 2024. Interested and eligible candidates can read more details below.

Indian Air Force AFCAT 2 2024 Notification

Organization Indian Air Force
Post Name Officers (Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), Ground Duty (Non-Technical))
Exam Name AFCAT
Salary 56,100-1,77,500/Month
Total Post 304
Last Date 28 June 2024
Mode of Application
Online
Job Location Across India
Official Website
afcat.cdac.in

Post & Vacancies:

AFCAT 2 2024 Vacancy

Entry Branch Course Number Vacancies (Men) – 275 Vacancies (Women) – 42
AFCAT Entry Flying 218/25F/SSC/M & W SSC- 18 SSC – 11
Ground-Duty(Technical) 217/25T/SSC/ 107AEC/ M & W

AE(L): 88

AE(L): 36

AE(L): SSC – 23
AE(M): SSC – 09
Ground-Duty(Non-Technical) 217/25G/SSC/M & W Weapon System (WS) Branch: 14
Admin: 43
Accts: 10
Lgs: 13
Edn: 07
Met: 08
Weapon System (WS) Branch: 03
Admin: 11
Accts: 04
Lgs: 02
Edn: 02
Met: 02
NCC Special Entry Flying 218/25F/PC/M and
218/25F/SSC/M&W
10% seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC and 10% seats out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC.

Indian Air Force AFCAT 2024 Eligibility Criteria:

For Flying Branch:

  • Minimum of 60% marks each in Maths & Physics at 10+2 level.
  • Graduates (Three Year Course) in any discipline from a recognized University who have attained a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent OR
  • BE/B Tech (Four Year Course) from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
  • Cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institute Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.

For Ground Duty (Technical):

Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics)/(Mechanical):

  • Candidates with a minimum of 50% mark each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a minimum of four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/ Technology from recognized University
  • OR cleared Sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India)

For Ground Duty (Non-Technical)

Administration

  • Passed 10+2 and Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent or cleared section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.

Education:

  • Passed 10+2 and Post-Graduation with 50% in any discipline including integrated courses offering PG (Single degree without permission to exit and lateral entry) and with 60% marks in Graduation in any discipline.

For NCC Special Entry (Flying Branch):

  • Minimum 60% marks in each in Maths & Physics at 10 + 2 level.
    Graduate (Three Year Course) in any discipline from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. (OR)
  • BE/B Tech (Four Year Course) from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent(OR)
  • Cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institute Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
  • Final Year/semester students are also eligible to apply, provided they do not have any present backlogs at the time of AFSB Testing and produce Degree certificates issued by the University as per the date stipulated in the advertisement.
  • NCC Air Wing Senior Division ’C’ certificate and validity of the certificate would be two years before the date of advertisement.

Note: Candidates who are studying in the final year/semester Degree course and are yet to pass the final year degree examination can also apply provided candidate should not have any present backlog and should have secured a minimum of 60% marks up to the last semester/year for which results have been declared up to the time of submission of application.

AFCAT 2022 Physical Fitness Test:

  • Candidates should aim to achieve an ability to run 01 miles (1.6 km) in 10 mins, do 10 pushups and 03 chin-ups.
  • Prospective candidates are also advised to keep themselves in good physical condition to adapt to physical training at AFA which encompasses running, swimming, rope climbing, and other forms of physical training/ conditioning in which they would undergo mandatory tests during training.

AFCAT 1 2024 – Age Limit:

  • For Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years
  • For Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical) Branches: 20 to 26 years

Air Force AFCAT 2024 – Selection Process:

  • AFCAT written examination
  • Stage-I – Officer Intelligence Rating Test along with Picture Perception and discussion test
  • Stage-II – Psychological test, Group Tests and Interview would commence after document check for the next five days.
  • Medical Examination
  • An All India Merit List is compiled on the basis of your performance in the written test and AFSB interview, subject to being medically fit.

IAF AFCAT 2024 – Application Fee:

  • For AFCAT Entry: Rs.550/-
  • For NCC special entry & Meteorology: Not required to pay

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How to Apply for Indian Air Force AFCAT 2024?

Interested and Eligible candidates can apply for this drive online by scrolling down and clicking on Apply HERE.

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What is AFCAT, and what does it stand for?

AFCAT stands for Air Force Common Admission Test. It is an entrance exam conducted by the Indian Air Force for the recruitment of officers in Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches.

How many vacancies are available for AFCAT 1 2024?

There are a total of 317 vacancies, including Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches.

What is the salary range for officers selected through AFCAT 2024?

The salary for officers in the Indian Air Force through AFCAT 2024 ranges from ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 per month.

When is the last date to apply for AFCAT 1 2024?

The last date to apply is 30th December 2023.

What is the eligibility criteria for the Flying Branch in AFCAT 2024?

The candidate should have a minimum of 60% marks each in Maths & Physics at 10+2 level, and graduates or BE/B Tech with a minimum of 60% marks are eligible.

What is the application fee for AFCAT Entry in AFCAT 1 2024?

The application fee for AFCAT Entry is ₹550/-.

How is the selection process for AFCAT 2024 conducted?

The selection process includes the AFCAT written examination, Officer Intelligence Rating Test, Picture Perception and Discussion Test, Psychological Test, Group Tests, Interview, and Medical Examination.

What is the eligibility criteria for Ground Duty (Non-Technical) in AFCAT 2024?

For administration, candidates should have passed 10+2 and a graduate degree. For education, candidates should have passed 10+2 and post-graduation.

What are the eligibility criteria for Ground Duty (Technical) in AFCAT 2024?

Candidates with a minimum of 50% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a minimum of four years degree graduation in Engineering/Technology are eligible.

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