Post Date: January 22, 2026
4:54 pm
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the Admit Card for the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 01/2026 Batch. This recruitment drive is for the January 2027 course, offering 340 positions in Flying and Ground Duty branches. Candidates who submitted their forms by 19 December 2025 can now download their hall tickets. The AFCAT 01/2026 Exam is scheduled to be held on 31 January 2026. Aspirants must log in to the official portal using their registration credentials to access the document. It is mandatory to carry a clear printout of the admit card to the exam center. For further updates regarding exam city slips and course details, candidates can visit the SarkariExam2026 portal.
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AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Online Admit Card – Available Now
AFCAT 01/2026 Examination 2025 : Short Details
Important Examination Dates
- Online Apply Start Date : 17 November 2025
- Registration Last Date : 19 December 2025
- Exam City Available : 09 January 2026
- AFCAT Exam Date: 31 January 2026
- Admit Card Date: 22 January 2026
- Result Date : To Be Updated Soon
Fee Structure
- AFCAT Entry (All) : ₹ 550/-
- NCC Special Entry : ₹ 0/-
- Meteorology Entry : ₹ 0/-
Note: Payment was accepted via Debit/Credit Card and Net Banking.
Age Limit (As on 01 January 2027)
- Flying Batch : 20-24 Years
- Ground Duty (Tech/Non-Tech) : 20-26 Years
- Age relaxation is applicable per Indian Airforce rules.
Total Vacancy
340 Posts
IAF AFCAT 01/2026 Batch : Selection Roadmap
The selection process for AFCAT 01/2026 is multi-layered, ensuring only the most capable candidates join the officer cadre. Initially, all applicants must clear the Written Exam. Shortlisted candidates are then invited to the Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) for psychological, group, and leadership tests. For those opting for the Flying Branch, the Computerised Pilot Selection System (CPSS) is a mandatory one-time test. The final stages include Document Verification and a comprehensive Medical Examination. Success in all these tiers leads to the final merit list for the course starting in January 2027.
Branch-Wise Eligibility Details
| Branch | Eligibility Criteria |
| Flying Branch | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with Physics/Maths at 10+2 level OR B.E/B.Tech degree. |
| Ground Duty Technical | Aeronautical Engineering with 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level. |
| Ground Duty Non-Technical | Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with 60% marks. B.Com for Accounts branch. |
Steps to Download AFCAT 01/2026 Hall Ticket
- Visit the official AFCAT portal at afcat.cdac.in.
- Click on the “Candidate Login” tab and select the 01/2026 batch.
- Enter your registered Email ID and Password.
- Submit the details to view your personal dashboard.
- Click on “Download Admit Card” to generate the PDF.
- Print the admit card on A4 paper and verify the exam center address.
- Note: उम्मीदवारों को सलाह दी जाती है कि वे एडमिट कार्ड पर दिए गए सभी निर्देशों को ध्यान से पढ़ें।
SOME USEFUL IMPORTANT LINKS
| Download Admit Card | Click Here |
| Check Exam City Details | Check Registered Email/SMS |
| Check Short Notice | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| AFCAT Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| Q: When is the AFCAT 01/2026 written exam date? A: The exam is scheduled for 31 January 2026. |
| Q: What are the login details required for the admit card? A: You need your Registered Email ID and Password. |
| Q: Is there any change in the AFCAT exam center possible? A: No, the center mentioned on the admit card is final and cannot be changed. |
Disclaimer: This information is for candidate awareness. While we ensure data accuracy, candidates must refer to the official Indian Air Force portal at afcat.cdac.in for formal confirmation. We are not liable for any discrepancies.
