The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the AFCAT 02/2025 notification, inviting applications from eligible Indian citizens to join as Commissioned Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. A total of 284 vacancies are available for courses commencing in July 2026.
🗓️ Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release
27 May 2025
Application Start Date
2 June 2025 (11:00 AM)
Application End Date
1 July 2025 (11:30 PM)
AFCAT Exam Date
September 2025 (Tentative)
Course Commencement
July 2026
📋 Vacancy Details
Branch
Gender
Vacancies
Flying Branch (SSC)
Men
01
Women
02
Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics)
Men
85
Women
23
Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical)
Men
38
Women
10
Weapon Systems
Men
19
Women
05
Administration
Men
46
Women
12
Logistics
Men
11
Women
04
Accounts
Men
09
Women
02
Education
Men
07
Women
02
Meteorology
Men
06
Women
02
NCC Special Entry (Flying)
Both
10% of AFCAT vacancies
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Branch Type
Age (as on 1 July 2026)
Educational Qualification
Flying Branch
20 to 24 years (Relaxable up to 26 for CPL holders)
10+2 with 50% in Physics & Math + Graduation with 60% or BE/B.Tech
Ground Duty (Technical)
20 to 26 years
10+2 with 50% in Physics & Math + 4-year degree in Engg/Tech with 60%
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
20 to 26 years
Graduation with 60% (specific branches have additional PG/B.Com requirements)
Meteorology
20 to 26 years
PG in relevant Science subjects with 50% + Graduation with Physics & Math (55%)
NCC Special Entry
As per Flying Branch age criteria
NCC ‘C’ Certificate + other Flying Branch qualifications
Prepare thoroughly and apply within the deadline to take your first step toward becoming an Air Force Officer. For regular updates, stay connected to the official website.
Let your dreams take flight with the Indian Air Force!✈️
