AFCAT 2 Recruitment 2025 : Apply for Indian Air Force Commissioned Officer Posts, Apply Starts
AFCAT 2 Recruitment 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 Recruitment 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 Recruitment 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 | ₹550 + 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 Recruitment 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
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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.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Apply Online |
| Air Force Official Website | Air Force |
