The Indian Air Force AFCAT 1 recruitment Notification 2025 announces 336 government job vacancies for Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in the Flying and Ground Duty branches, both Technical and Non-Technical, offering exciting Sarkari Naukri opportunities. Released by the Indian Air Force, this employment notice opens applications from 2nd December 2024 to 31st December 2024. Candidates meeting eligibility criteria can apply for this central government job opening to join the January 2026 courses. The AFCAT recruitment process involves a written test, AFSB test, and medical examination. Aspirants must review the official notification on afcat.cdac.in for detailed guidelines on this job vacancy and submit their application forms before the deadline.
AFCAT 1 Recruitment Notification 2025 Overview
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Name of Organization | Indian Air Force |
| Name of the Posts | Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branches |
| No. of Vacancies | 336 |
| Job Location | Across India |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Free Sarkaari Result Home Page | Free Sarkaari Result Home |
| Official Website | afcat.cdac.in |
Vacancy Details Post-Wise
Candidates can review the post-wise vacancy details in the table below. The positions are distributed across Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches, with both men and women eligible for different categories.
| Entry | Branch | Course Number | Vacancies (Men) | Vacancies (Women) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | Flying | 219/26F/SSC/M & W | 21 | 09 |
| Ground-Duty (Technical) | AE(L): 218/26T/SSC/M & W | AE(L): 95, AE(M): 53 | AE(L): 27, AE(M): 14 | |
| Ground-Duty (Non-Tech) | 218/26G/SSC/M & W | WS: 14, Admin: 42 | WS: 03, Admin: 11 | |
| NCC Special Entry | Flying | 219/26F/PC/M and SSC/M&W | 10% seats from CDSE/AFCAT vacancies (for PC/SSC). |
Essential Qualification
Flying Branch: Candidates must have passed Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level with at least 50% marks each and hold a three-year degree in any discipline or BE/B.Tech with at least 60% marks.
Ground Duty (Technical): Requires a degree in Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics or Mechanical) with a minimum of 60% marks. Candidates must also have studied Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level.
Ground Duty (Non-Technical): A graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent is required.
Age Limit
- Flying Branch: Candidates must be aged 20 to 24 years (born between 2nd January 2002 and 1st January 2006).
- Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical): The age limit is 20 to 26 years (born between 2nd January 2000 and 1st January 2006).
Age Relaxation
Age relaxations apply as per Indian Air Force norms for reserved category candidates, including SC/ST, OBC, and ex-servicemen. Candidates must provide valid certificates at the time of application to claim relaxation.
Application Fee
Applicants registering under the AFCAT Entry must pay ₹550 + GST as an examination fee. Candidates applying under NCC Special Entry or Meteorology Entry are exempted from paying the fee.
Selection Process
The selection process for AFCAT 1 2025 includes three stages:
- Written Test: Covers general awareness, verbal ability, reasoning, numerical ability, and military aptitude.
- AFSB Test: Shortlisted candidates are called for the Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) interview.
- Medical Examination: Ensures physical fitness and medical eligibility.
Salary
The pay scale varies by rank:
| Rank | Pay Scale (₹) |
|---|---|
| Flying Officer | 56,100 – 1,77,500 |
| Flight Lieutenant | 6,13,00 – 1,93,900 |
| Squadron Leader | 6,94,00 – 2,07,200 |
| Wing Commander | 1,21,200 – 2,12400 |
For detailed salary structures at higher ranks, refer to the official notification.
Crucial Dates
- Notification Release Date: 21st November 2024
- Application Start Date: 2nd December 2024
- Application End Date: 31st December 2024
- Admit Card Release Date: January 2025
- Exam Date: February 2025
How to Apply
| Steps to Apply |
|---|
| Visit the official websites: afcat.cdac.in or careerindianairforce.cdac.in. |
| Register with your email and mobile number to receive login credentials. |
| Fill out the application form, upload required documents, and pay the fee. |
| Review and submit your application. |
Crucial Links
| Link Description | Access |
|---|---|
| AFCAT 1 2025 Short Notification PDF | Check Notification |
| Apply for AFCAT 1 2025 | The link will be activated on 2nd December 2024 |
| Indian Air Force AFCAT Official Website | https://afcat.cdac.in/AFCAT/ |
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