The Indian Air Force (IAF) is currently accepting online applications for the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 1 2026. Students who wish to join the IAF as officers must apply by December 14, 2025 . The AFCAT 1 2026 examination is set to take place on January 31, 2026 .
This recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 340 officer positions across various branches. These include roles in Flying, Ground Duty Technical, and Ground Duty Non-Technical departments, offering a clear path to becoming an officer in the Indian Air Force.
To apply, candidates need to visit the official website: afcat.cdac.in . An application fee of INR 550 must be paid by all candidates. It is important to review the application form carefully before making the payment. Once candidates select their 'Course Preferences' and complete the payment step, they will not be able to change any details entered earlier in the form.
Important Dates and Details
| Event | Detail |
| Application Last Date | December 14, 2025 |
| AFCAT 1 2026 Exam Date | January 31, 2026 |
| Application Fee | INR 550 |
| Total Vacancies | 340 |
How to Apply for AFCAT 1 2026
Follow these simple steps to complete your application:
- Go to the official AFCAT website: afcat.cdac.in .
- On the homepage, click on the 'Apply Now' link.
- Complete the registration process by providing the required information.
- Log in to your account using your registered email and password.
- Fill out the AFCAT 1 application form with all your details.
- Pay the application fee of INR 550 .
- Submit your final application form.
AFCAT 1 2026 Exam Structure and Selection
The AFCAT 1 2026 exam will test candidates in four main sections:
- General Awareness
- Verbal Ability in English
- Numerical Ability
- Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test
The exam will be for a total of 300 marks . Be aware that marks will be deducted for wrong answers. Candidates who pass this online test will then move to the next stage, which is the Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview. The final selection of candidates will be based on their performance in both the online test and the AFSB Interview.
Make sure to apply before the deadline on December 14, 2025 , if you want to join the Indian Air Force. For more details, visit afcat.cdac.in .
