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AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) exam is conducted by the Indian Air Force twice in a year for recruitment
To be eligible for the AFCAT exam 2023 candidates need to fulfill the criteria prescribed by IAF items of nationality, age limit, educational qualification, and physical standards. AFCAT eligibility Criteria is given below-
Candidates must be a citizen of india as per Indian citizenship act,1955
The age limits prescribed for the exam are different for different branches. The table below contains the age limit for different branches.
Branches |
Age limit (As on July 1 , 2023 ) |
Flying Branch |
Candidates should be between 20 and 24 years. The upper age limit for candidate having a Commercial Pilot License is relaxed up to 26 years |
Ground Duty (Technical & Non- Technical) Branch |
The age of candidates should be between 20 and 26 years |
Branch |
Educational qualification |
Flying Branch |
Candidates must have passed class 12 with 60 percent in Math and Physics. They must also hold a graduation degree in any discipline /BE/BTech/cleared section A and B exam of Associate Membership of institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of india form a recognised University with 60 percent |
Education |
Completed MBA/MCA or MA/M,sc in English/Physics/Mathematics/Chemistry/Statistics/International relations/ international studies/Defense studies/Psychology/computer Science/IT/ Management/ Mass Communication/ Journalism/Public Relation with 50% and 60% in Graduation |
Ground Duty (Non - Technical) Branches |
Administration Graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 60% or , Cleared section A & B examination of Associate Membership of institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India form a recognised university with 60% |
Ground Duty Technical Branch |
Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) Passed class 12th with 60 percent each in Physics and Mathematics and four years degree in Engineering /Technology or, Cleared Section A and B A of Associate Membership of institution of engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of india or Graduate Membership examination of of the institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers by actual studies with 60 percent in disciples specified by the examination authority Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical) Candidates must have passed class 12 with 60 percent in Physics and Mathematics and degree/ integrated post graduation in Engineering/Technology or, Cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India by actual studies with minimum 60% or equivalent in certain disciplines specified by IAF |
The age limit prescribed for AFCAT 2023 exam is 20 and 24 years for the flying branch and 20 to 26 years for the flying branch and 20 to 26 years for the Ground duty posts. Relaxation in age limit is given to the candidate belonging to reserved categories. During , a candidate can attempt 16 times and can clear the AFCAT exam.
Category |
Minimum Age |
Maximum Age |
Flying Branch through AFCAT & NCC Special Entry |
20 years |
24 years |
Ground Duty (Technical & Non - Technical) Branch |
20 years |
26 years |
The selection process of AFCAT 2023 includes three stages which are computer- based, test AFSB, and Medical Exam.
This is the first stage of the selection process. An online examination is conducted, and the candidates performing extremely well and meeting the cutoff will proceed to the subsequent stage of the AFCAT selection process.
The applicants must be medically fit to be eligible for the job.
The official have further divided the AFSB (Air Force Selection Board) also known as the Air-Force Selection Board , into two tiers which are mentioned below.
If you have successfully cleared step - 1 you will receive a Call letter to report to any one of the Air FOrce Selection Boards located at Dehradun, Varanasi, Gandhinagar and Mysore. At the Air Force selection Board (AFSB), you undergo the following tests in order to ascertain your suitability and gauge your potential as an officer in the Indian Air Force.
STAGE -I is a screening test. Those who qualify STAGE -I are eligible to undergo STAGE-II testing. STAGE -I disqualified candidates are routed back after announcement of results.
All STAGE -I qualified candidates undergo following tests as part of STAGE - II testing during the next four to five days. Fifth day is for (CPSS) Computerized Pilot Selection System testing (Flying Branch).
These tests will be explained to you in detail before they are conducted at the selection Board.
If you are recommended by the Selection Board, you will be sent for the medical examination either at Air Force Central Medical Establishment (AFCME), New Delhi or Institute of Aviation Medicine, Bengaluru.
An all India Merit is compiled on the basis of your performance in the written test and AFSB (Air Force Selection Board) interview ,subject to being medically fit . Based on the vacancies available in various branches / sub branches, Joining instructions are issued to join one of the Training establishments.
Year |
AFCAT 1 Cut off |
AFCAT 2 Cut off |
2022 |
157 |
155 -165 |
2021 |
165 |
157 |
2020 |
153 |
155 |
2019 |
133 |
142 |
2018 |
155 |
140 |
2017 |
160 |
150 |
2016 |
132 |
148 |
2015 |
126 |
144 |
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