The Indian Air Force (IAF) is the aerial branch of the Indian Armed Forces, globally recognized for its prowess, elite training, and strategic defense capabilities. Serving in the IAF as a Group 'A' Gazetted Officer offers a prestigious opportunity to safeguard the nation's airspace while leading teams in highly advanced technological environments.
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Indian Air Force
PermanentJun. 19, 2026
Commissioned Officer Flying Branch, Commissioned Officer Ground Duty Technical & Commissioned Officer Ground Duty Non Technical
Required Qualification
Vacancies
379 Vacancies
Pay Scale
₹56.1K - ₹1.77L / mo
Age Limit
20-26 Years as on 01-07-2027
Job Location
Important Dates
Published
May. 20, 2026
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Starts
May. 20, 2026
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Deadline
Jun. 19, 2026
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Exam Date
Aug. 8, 2026
Job Analysis
AI-generated insights
Best-Fit Profile
Most suitable for dynamic, physically active, and unmarried Indian citizens (men and women) aged 20-26 who possess strong mathematical/engineering analytical skills and seek a highly disciplined, prestigious lifestyle as a military leader in aviation or specialized ground operations.
Important Considerations
Candidates who are married, fail the strict physical/medical benchmarks (such as height restrictions, vision limits, or permanent non-permissible tattoos), have previously failed the CPSS/PABT pilot assessment, or scored below 60% in Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level will be rejected.
Career Impact
Extremely high. As a Group 'A' Gazetted Officer, selected candidates join one of the world's finest air forces, getting top-tier leadership exposure, competitive Level-10 pay, massive allowance packages (flying, high altitude, etc.), and outstanding post-retirement career pathways.
Note: This is a helpful, AI-generated overview designed to save you time. Always refer to the official PDF notification for complete and final details.
About Indian Air Force
Job Posts
Commissioned Officer (Flying Branch)Commissioned Officer (Ground Duty - Technical)Commissioned Officer (Ground Duty - Non-Technical)
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
- Flying Branch: Mandatorily passed Mathematics and Physics at 10+2 level AND Graduation with minimum 3 years degree OR BE/B.Tech (4 years) with minimum 60% marks.
- Ground Duty (Technical): Passed 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics AND a minimum 4 years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation in relevant Engineering/Technology disciplines.
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical):
- Weapon Systems (WS): 10+2 with Physics & Math AND Graduation (3 years) or BE/B.Tech with minimum 60% marks.
- Administration & Logistics: Graduate Degree (minimum 3 years) in any discipline with minimum 60% marks.
- Accounts: Graduation in B.Com/BBA/BMS/BBS (Finance specialization) / B.Sc. (Finance) with minimum 60% marks OR qualified CA/CMA/CS/CFA.
- Education: Post-Graduation in any discipline with minimum 50% marks AND Graduation with minimum 60% marks.
- Meteorology: Post-Graduation in any Science stream / Mathematics / Statistics / Geography / Computer Applications with minimum 50% marks AND Graduation with minimum 60% marks.
Age Limit Details
- Flying Branch (AFCAT & NCC Special Entry): 20 to 24 years as on 01 July 2027 (born between 02 July 2003 and 01 July 2007). Upper age limit is relaxable up to 26 years for candidates holding valid and current Commercial Pilot License issued by DGCA.
- Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branches: 20 to 26 years as on 01 July 2027 (born between 02 July 2001 and 01 July 2007).
Salary & Pay Scale
| Rank | Pay Level | Pay Scale (Defence Matrix) | Military Service Pay (MSP) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flying Officer | Level 10 | Rs. 56,100 - 1,77,500 | Rs. 15,500 per month |
Note: Flight Cadets shall receive a fixed stipend of Rs. 56,100/- per month during the one year of training.
Vacancy Breakdown (Category-wise)
- AFCAT Entry - Flying Branch (SSC)35 (Men: 30, Women: 5)
- AFCAT Entry - Ground Duty Technical AE(L) (PC & SSC)136 (Men PC: 2, Women PC: 2, Men SSC: 107, Women SSC: 25)
- AFCAT Entry - Ground Duty Technical AE(M) (PC & SSC)75 (Men PC: 8, Women PC: 2, Men SSC: 52, Women SSC: 13)
- AFCAT Entry - Ground Duty Non-Technical (SSC)107 (WS: 26, Adm: 62, Lgs: 6, Accts: 7, Edn: 3, Met: 3)
- GATE Entry - Ground Duty Technical AE(L) (PC & SSC)17 (Men PC: 1, Women PC: 1, Men SSC: 12, Women SSC: 3)
- GATE Entry - Ground Duty Technical AE(M) (PC & SSC)9 (Men PC: 1, Women PC: 1, Men SSC: 6, Women SSC: 1)
- NCC Special Entry - Flying Branch10% seats of CDSE & AFCAT vacancies
Total Vacancies379 Vacancies
How to Apply
Candidates are required to apply online through the official AFCAT portal by following these steps:
- Visit the official application portal: https://afcat.edcil.co.in.
- Complete Step-I (Sign-up/Registration) using a valid Email ID and Mobile Number. Verify the details using the sent OTPs.
- Log in and fill up the detailed application form in Step-II, providing personal, communication, and educational details.
- Select course preferences (Flying, Ground Duty Technical, Ground Duty Non-Technical).
- Upload scanned images of passport-size color photograph (100KB to 200KB), signature (80KB to 150KB), and thumb impression (50KB to 100KB) in JPG/JPEG format.
- Pay the non-refundable application fee of Rs. 550/- + GST online (not required for NCC/GATE entries).
- Submit the form and take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.
Application Fee
Candidates registering for the AFCAT entry are required to pay a non-refundable examination fee of Rs. 550/- + 18% GST. The fee is not applicable for NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry candidates.
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Job Analysis
AI-generated insights
Best-Fit Profile
Most suitable for dynamic, physically active, and unmarried Indian citizens (men and women) aged 20-26 who possess strong mathematical/engineering analytical skills and seek a highly disciplined, prestigious lifestyle as a military leader in aviation or specialized ground operations.
Important Considerations
Candidates who are married, fail the strict physical/medical benchmarks (such as height restrictions, vision limits, or permanent non-permissible tattoos), have previously failed the CPSS/PABT pilot assessment, or scored below 60% in Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level will be rejected.
Career Impact
Extremely high. As a Group 'A' Gazetted Officer, selected candidates join one of the world's finest air forces, getting top-tier leadership exposure, competitive Level-10 pay, massive allowance packages (flying, high altitude, etc.), and outstanding post-retirement career pathways.
Note: This is a helpful, AI-generated overview designed to save you time. Always refer to the official PDF notification for complete and final details.
Official Links
Prepare Your Application Documents
🔒 100% Secure & In-Browser: Filling out the application form? Use these free utilities to easily format and compress your uploads. All tools process files locally in your browser—nothing is ever uploaded to our servers.
Smart Image Resizer
Compress photo/signature to exact KB limits (e.g. 20-50KB) for SSC, UPSC.
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Crop and tile photos into printable A4 or 4x6 sheet grids.
Signature Extractor
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