AIR FORCE COMMON ADMISSION TEST
AIR FORCE COMMON ADMISSION TEST
Every dream of wearing the Indian Air Force uniform, every desire to serve the nation with honor, and every heartbeat that races at the sight of an aircraft begins with one exam — AFCAT.
What Makes AFCAT Entry So Special ?
AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) is the exclusive gateway to becoming aCommissioned Officer in the Indian Air Force. Through this exam, you can join:
Flying Branch – For those who dream of soaring above the clouds
Ground Duty Technical Branch – For engineering minds
Ground Duty Non-Technical Branch – For leaders, managers & thinkersIf the Indian Air Force is your dream — AFCAT is your first checkpoint
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About AFCAT
Conducted by : Indian Air Force (IAF)
- Frequency : Twice a year – February & August
- Entry To: Air Force Academy (AFA) , Dundigal , Hyderabad
CONDITIONS OF ELIGIBILITY
a) Nationality & Marital Status
i. The candidate should be a citizen of India as per the Indian Citizenship Act of 1955.
ii. Candidates must be unmarried during the course commencement, and marriage isprohibited during training.
iii. Anyone who marries during the training period shall be discharged and liable to refundall expenses incurred by the Government.
Age Limit
- For Flying Branch
Age Limit for Flying Branch will be between 20 to 24 years
However, there will be a relaxation in the upper age limit of up to 24 years for aspirantsholding a valid and current Commercial Pilot License issued by DGCA (India). - For Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branch
Age Limit for Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branch will be between 20 to26 years as of 01 January 2026.
Educational Qualifications
- For Flying Branch
Passed with at least 50% marks each in Maths and Physics at the 10+2 level andGraduation in any discipline from a recognised University with a minimum of 60% marksor equivalent. OR
BE/B Tech degree (Four-year course) from a recognised University with at least 60%marks or equivalent OR
Passed Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of the Institution ofEngineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised University with atleast 60% marks or equivalent
For Ground Duty ( Technical & Non-Technical ) Branch
i. For Ground Duty (Technical), candidates must hold an Engineering or Technologydegree from a recognized university.
ii. For Ground Duty (Non-Technical), candidates must hold a graduation degree in anydiscipline with a minimum of 60% marks.
Physical Standards - Height & Weight
- For male candidates, the minimum acceptable height will be 5 cm less (152.5 cm) forGorkhas and individuals from the North-Eastern regions of India and the hilly regionsof Uttarakhand.
In the case of aspirants from Lakshadweep, the minimum acceptable height can be reduced by 2 cm (155.5 cm). - For female candidates, the lower minimum height of 147 cm will be accepted forcandidates from the North East region or the hilly regions of Uttarakhand.
In the case of aspirants from Lakshadweep, the minimum acceptable height will be 150 cm
Selection Process
Written Exam
| Mode of Examination | Online (Computer Based Test) |
|---|---|
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Total No. Of Questions |
100 |
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Total Marks |
300 |
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Marks for Correct Answer |
+3 |
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Marks for Incorrect Answer |
-1 |
SSB INTERVIEW Stage -II
Medical Examination
Training After Clearing AFCAT Exam
After clearing the AFCAT, candidates undergo pre-commissioning training at the AirForce Academy (AFA) in Dundigal, Hyderabad, which varies in length depending on thebranch:
For flying and technical branches – 74 weeks
For non-technical branches – 52 weeks
During the training period at Air Force Academy , Gentleman/Lady Cadets receive a fixedstipend of ₹56,100 per month .
| Subject | No. of Questions | Marks | Negative Marking | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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General English |
20 |
40 |
0.5 marks deducted for
each wrong answe |
30 Minutes |
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General Intelligence |
20 |
40 |
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Total |
40 |
80 |
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| Subject | Topics |
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English |
Synonyms/ Antonyms |
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Spotting the Error |
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Fill in the Blanks |
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Detecting Misspelled Words |
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Idioms and Phrases |
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One Word Substitutions |
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Shuffling of Sentence Parts |
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Shuffling of Sentences in a Passage |
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Cloze Passage & Comprehension Passage |
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General Intelligence |
Number Series |
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Number Series |
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Space Visualization |
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Decision-making & Problem Solving |
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Similarities and Differences |
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Figure Classification |
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Visual Memory |
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Relationship Concepts |
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Non-verbal Series |
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Arithmetical Computation |
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Analytical Functions |
Psychological Assessment Test
As part of the Military Nursing Service (MNS) selection process, candidates will
undergo a stage called the Psychological Assessment Test (PAT). This occurs beforeyour panel interview and acts as an important filtering step in the selection process.
Duration of Test : 30 minutes
No. of Questions : 40
Purpose of Test : To assess your psychological traits and generate a detailed evaluation report
After successfully clearing the Computer-Based Test (CBT) and the PsychologicalAssessment Test (PAT), the next crucial stage in the MNS selection process is the PanelInterview. This phase plays a key role in evaluating a candidate’s overall proficiency,personality, and suitability for the Military Nursing Services.
To perform well, it’s important for candidates to be familiar with the types of questionstypically asked.
The MNS Panel Interview usually covers:
Personal and Family Background : Understanding your upbringing, values, andsupport system.
Academic Experience : Exploring your education and how it has prepared you for acareer in military nursing.
Military Nursing Context : Assessing your knowledge of and attitude toward theMNS.
Indian Armed Forces : Basic awareness about the structure, values, and functioning of the Indian Armed Forces.
Medical Examination
After the interview, the recommended candidates will appear for medical examinationbefore a Special Medical Board (SMB). Candidates declared FIT/UNFIT will beinformed by the President of the Medical board including the procedure of requesting forAPPEAL/REVIEW MEDICAL BOARD.
Final Merit List
Once the all candidates are done with all tests & medical review , a final merit list isdeclared for 220 Candidates , who will be intimated via e-mail & message to join theirselected college with all joining instructions
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