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Indian Air Force (IAF) conducts the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) exam every year. The AFCAT exam is the national level examination. The exam authority conducts the AFCAT exam twice a year. Around 1.5 to 2 lakhs candidates appear for the AFCAT exam each session. Out of this nearly 200 men and 140 women are selected by the IAF. About 350 to 450 AFCAT vacancies are announced separately for each session of the AFCAT exam.
Candidates can check the AFCAT exam important details from the below table.
Particulars | Details |
Exam name | Air Force Common Admission Test |
Commonly known as | AFCAT |
Exam Conducting Authority | IAF (Indian Air Force) |
Official Website | afcat.cdac.in |
Exam Level | National |
Educational Qualification | Graduation |
Age limit | 20 years - 24 years for Flying Branch 20 years - 26 years for Technical and Non-technical Branches |
Application mode | Online mode |
Stages of Exam |
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Exam Mode | Online |
Exam language | English |
Exam Duration | AFCAT: 2 hours EKT: 45 minutes |
Total Vacancies | AFCAT 1 2024 -317 |
AFCAT Posts |
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IAF announces the AFCAT 2024 result in online mode. Candidates will be able to check the result at candidates login at afcat.cdac.in. Those who qualify in the first stage will be eligible to appear in the next stage. The steps to check the AFCAT result status are as follows.
Open the AFCAT official website - afcat.cdac.in.
Click the AFCAT candidate’s login section
Enter the login credentials such as email ID and Password and Captcha
Click the AFCAT merit list
AFCAT result and the scorecard will appear on the window.
Aspirants can check the AFCAT expected cut off here. With the help of AFCAT cut off, candidates can predict their score to qualify the AFCAT exam.
Cut Off (Out of 300 Marks) | Cut Off (Out of 150 Marks) | ||
AFCAT 1 2024 | AFCAT 2 2024 | EKT 1 Cut Off | EKT 2 Cut Off |
164 | 160-170 | 31 | 35-40 |
The various factors determined to arrive at the AFCAT 2024 cut off mentioned below.
Total number of seats available
The difficulty level of the AFCAT exam
Number of candidates appearing for the exam
To get qualified in the AFCAT exam candidates have to appear for three stages. According to the notification, the three stages of AFCAT selection criteria are
AFCAT written test
AFSB Interview/Personality Test
Medical Test
Candidates who qualify in the AFCAT exam will be paid the AFCAT salary. The salary is paid under the 7th pay commission. As per the 7th pay commission, the AFCAT salary range is from Rs. 56,100 to Rs. 1,77,500. Initially candidates will receive a stipend of Rs. 56,100 per month for a training period of one year.
IAF announces the AFCAT result in online mode only.
Nearly 200 men and 140 women are selected by the IAF.
Candidates will be able to check the AFCAT result at afcat.cdac.in.
The AFCAT result is announced 30 to 45 days after the conclusion of examination.
Application Date:20 February,2025 - 02 April,2025
Application Date:22 April,2025 - 21 May,2025
So, you've cleared all the AFCAT stages? That's fantastic news and a huge step towards becoming a commissioned officer in the Indian Air Force! Now, what's next on this exciting journey? Let's break it down:
1. AFSB (Air Force Selection Board Testing): If you aced the AFCAT written exam, expect a call letter inviting you to the AFSB interview. You could be heading to Dehradun, Mysuru, Gandhinagar, or Varanasi – exciting, right? This isn't just a quick chat; the AFSB evaluation is a pretty intense five-to-six-day process designed to really see if you've got what it takes for a career in the IAF. It's split into two stages:
Stage I: This is the initial screening. You'll face the Officer Intelligence Rating Test and the Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PPDT). How you perform here decides if you move on to Stage II, so bring your A-game!
Stage II: Made it through Stage I? Awesome! Now, over the next few days, get ready for:
Psychological Tests: These are written tests designed to evaluate the psychological attributes that are essential to military service.
Group Testing: Think indoor and outdoor activities designed to see how well you lead, work in a team, and handle the physical demands.
Personal Interview: A one-on-one with an interviewing officer. They'll be looking at your motivation, how aware you are, and if you're truly suited for a career in the IAF. Be prepared to talk about yourself and why you want this!
Computerized Pilot Selection System (CPSS): Aiming for the Flying Branch? This test is all about figuring out your pilot training aptitude.
2. Medical Examination: If the AFSB gives you the thumbs up, it's time for a thorough medical exam. This happens either at the Air Force Central Medical Establishment (AFCME) in New Delhi or the Institute of Aviation Medicine in Bengaluru. They need to make sure you meet the IAF's strict medical and fitness standards – no cutting corners here!
3. Merit List and Commissioning: Finally, an All India Merit List is compiled. This is based on your performance in the AFCAT written exam, the AFSB assessments, and those medical results. Where you land on this list, combined with how many vacancies there are in different branches, determines if you'll get joining instructions.
If you're selected, you'll report to a training academy, like the Air Force Academy in Dundigal, Hyderabad, and begin your training. Successfully complete that, and you'll be commissioned as an officer in the IAF – ready to start that distinguished career serving our nation! J
ust remember, Charanidhi, the AFCAT selection process is super competitive. Meeting the basic requirements doesn't guarantee you a spot. So, prep hard for each stage, and keep an eye on the official IAF recruitment channels for any updates. Best of luck!
Hello aspirant,
The eligibility requirements for AFCAT included age, educational attainment, nationality, and health standards. Candidates must meet these requirements in order to apply for the exam; otherwise, their applications will be denied. The AFCAT eligibility criteria state that candidates must be between the ages of 20 and 24 and that graduation is the required educational background for this exam.
As you will be 23 years old in 2027, you are eligible for this exam.
Thank you
A minimum of 50% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level and a minimum of three years of graduation degree (or appearing for the final semester exam) with 60% marks from a recognized university.
Since you have completed your B.Sc. with Botany, Zoology, and Environmental Science, and are confident of passing with over 60%, you meet the educational qualifications for the Flying Branch in AFCAT 1 2025.
Hello,
Yes, you are eligible to sit for the Combined Defence Services (CDS) and Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) exams provided you meet certain criteria. For CDS, you need a degree from a recognized university for Indian Military Academy (IMA) and Officers' Training Academy (OTA), and for the Air Force Academy (AFA), you need a degree with Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level or a Bachelor of Engineering. The age limits for CDS are 19–24 years for IMA and INA, 19–24 years for AFA, and 19–25 years for OTA. For AFCAT, you need a graduation degree with at least 60% marks and Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level for the Flying Branch, or a B.E./B.Tech degree for Ground Duty (Technical), and a three-year graduation degree with 60% marks for Ground Duty (Non-Technical).
The age limits for AFCAT are 20–24 years for the Flying Branch and 20–26 years for Ground Duty. Since you are pursuing a B.P.Ed and have completed 10+2 with science, you meet the basic educational qualifications, provided you also meet the age and other specific criteria.
Hope this helps,
Thank you
Dear aspirant !
Hope you are doing good !
Candidates between 19 to 25 years of age are eligible to apply for CDS recruitment 2024. Before filling up the application form, aspirants must check UPSC CDS eligibility criteria carefully. CDS exam 2024 for both sessions will be conducted on April 21, 2024 and September 1, 2024.
From now you will get 4-5 attempts of both so don't worry about attempt.give your best in preparation only .
Hope it helps you !!
Thanking you
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