Indian Air Force Recruitment for 284 AFCAT, NCC Special Entry Posts – Apply Now
Are you ready to serve the nation? The Indian Air Force Recruitment for 284 AFCAT, NCC Special Entry Posts has been officially announced, offering an incredible opportunity to join one of the world’s most prestigious military forces. Candidates passionate about aviation, engineering, or administrative roles in defense should not miss this chance to apply online between 2nd June 2025 to 1st July 2025.
✈️ Overview of Indian Air Force Recruitment 2025
The AFCAT 02/2025 notification invites unmarried Indian men and women to join the Indian Air Force as Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in Flying, Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches, and through NCC Special Entry. The courses will commence in July 2026.
- Total Vacancies: 284 Posts
- Application Period: 2 June to 1 July 2025
- Exam Dates: 23 and 24 August 2025
- Official Website: https://afcat.cdac.in
🔍 Vacancy Details
AFCAT Entry:
- Flying Branch: 3 Vacancies
- Ground Duty (Technical): 156 Vacancies
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical): 99 Vacancies
NCC Special Entry:
- Flying Branch: 10% of total vacancies reserved for NCC Air Wing ‘C’ Certificate holders.
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Nationality:
- Must be a citizen of India.
Age Limit:
- Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years (Relaxation up to 26 years for CPL holders).
- Ground Duty (Tech & Non-Tech): 20 to 26 years.
Educational Qualifications:
Flying Branch:
- Minimum 60% in Graduation (any discipline) or B.E./B.Tech with Physics and Maths in 10+2.
Ground Duty (Technical):
- B.E./B.Tech in relevant engineering disciplines with 60% or equivalent.
Ground Duty (Non-Technical):
- Graduate/Postgraduate in relevant fields like Administration, Logistics, Education, Accounts, or Meteorology.
📝 Selection Process
- AFCAT Online Written Exam
- Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview
- Medical Examination
NCC Special Entry candidates are exempted from the written exam and are directly called for AFSB testing.
💻 How to Apply Online
- Visit https://afcat.cdac.in
- Register with email ID and mobile number.
- Fill in personal, academic, and communication details.
- Upload required documents and pay the application fee (₹550 + GST for AFCAT entry).
- Download the confirmation and admit card once issued.
Note: Aadhaar card is mandatory for registration.
🏅 Salary & Benefits
- Flying Officer Pay: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month + MSP ₹15,500
- Stipend During Training: ₹56,100/month
- Additional Benefits: Flying/Technical Allowance, Travel Allowance, Insurance up to ₹1.25 Cr, and Pension (for PC).
🏃♂️ Training & Physical Fitness
Training begins in July 2026:
- Flying & Technical: 62 weeks
- Non-Technical: 52 weeks
Candidates must be physically fit and capable of running 1.6 km in 10 minutes, performing 20 push-ups and 8 chin-ups.
📅 Important Dates
- Application Start Date: 2nd June 2025
- Application End Date: 1st July 2025
- AFCAT Exam Dates: 23rd and 24th August 2025
- Admit Card Release: 7th August 2025
📌 Final Note
If you dream of soaring the skies or leading ground operations in India’s defense sector, this is your moment. Don’t miss the Indian Air Force Recruitment for 284 AFCAT, NCC Special Entry Posts—Apply now and take the first step towards an elite and honorable career in the Indian Air Force.
