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🔴 REGISTRATION LIVE NOW (20 May 2026) — AFCAT 2 2026 (CEN 02/2026) registration opened at afcat.cdac.in | Apply NOW for 382 Commission Officer Posts | Eligibility REVISED | Flying Branch, Ground Duty, Technical Branch | Exam Sept-Oct 2026
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🔴 REGISTRATION LIVE — Apply NOW!
AFCAT 2 2026 registration portal is NOW OPEN at afcat.cdac.in (Started 20 May). Eligible candidates can register and apply immediately. Expected application deadline: June-July 2026 (5-7 weeks window). Apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
REGISTRATION OPEN ✓
Major Update
✨ Eligibility REVISED — Good News!
Physics + Maths NOW required in 10th OR 12th for Flying Branch (earlier: only 12th). This is a MAJOR RELAXATION! Engineering graduates get preference in Ground Duty (Technical). Female officer positions EXPANDED.
CHECK DETAILS
🎯 Key Changes in AFCAT 2 2026 (Eligibility Revised):
  • Physics + Maths Requirement (Flying): Now required in 10th OR 12th (relaxed from earlier)
  • Engineering Graduates: B.Tech / B.E. candidates get preference in Ground Duty (Technical)
  • Female Officers: Expanded opportunities for female pilots in Flying Branch
  • Medical Standards Updated: Some relaxations in height for SC/ST candidates
  • Registration Timeline: 5-7 weeks application window (started 20 May)
AFCAT 2 2026
INDIAN AIR FORCE COMMON ADMISSION TEST — CEN 02/2026
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AFCAT 2 2026 Registration OPEN Today (20 May) | 382 Commission Officer Posts | Flying, Ground Duty, Technical | Eligibility REVISED | afcat.cdac.in

🔴 LIVE 20 May 2026 ✈️ Eligibility REVISED Flying, Ground Duty, Tech 382 Officer Posts Exam: Sept-Oct 2026

AFCAT 2 2026 (CEN 02/2026) registration officially opened TODAY (20 May 2026) at afcat.cdac.in. Indian Air Force is recruiting 382 Commission Officers for Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical & Administrative), Meteorology, and Education Branches. Eligibility criteria REVISED — Physics + Maths now required in 10th OR 12th (earlier: only 12th). Age limit: 21-23 years (Flying), 21-27 years (Ground Duty). Exam expected September-October 2026. Selection through Written Exam, Medical Fitness, PAT, SSB Interview, and Final Medical.

AFCAT 2 2026 अधिसूचना — 382 Commission Officer पद | 20 मई से पंजीकरण खुला है

AFCAT 2 2026 (CEN 02/2026) पंजीकरण आज (20 मई 2026) से शुरू हो गया है afcat.cdac.in पर। भारतीय वायु सेना 382 Commission Officer भर्ती कर रही है — Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical), Ground Duty (Administrative), Meteorology, Education। Eligibility REVISED — Physics + Maths अब 10th OR 12th दोनों में चल सकते हैं। Age limit: 21-23 (Flying), 21-27 (Ground Duty)। Exam September-October 2026 में है।

🚀 Apply NOW at afcat.cdac.in ↗ 🌐 IAF Official Website ↗

📋 Registration: 20 May 2026 ✓ LIVE | Expected Deadline: June-July 2026 | Exam Date: September-October 2026 | Eligibility: REVISED | Updated: 06 Jun 2026, 14:13 IST

⏳ Expected Application Deadline (Approx. 5-7 weeks from start):

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💡 Check official notification for exact deadline. Earlier years: 5-7 weeks window. Approx. deadline June-July 2026.

Position Type
Commission Officer
Reg. Status
LIVE ✓ 20 May
Age Limit
21-27 years
Total Posts
382
AFCAT 2 2026 — Key Changes & Eligibility Revision
ChangeDetails & Impact
Physics + Maths (MAJOR)REVISED: Now required in 10th OR 12th (earlier: only 12th). This is a RELAXATION! If you have Physics + Maths in 10th but not in 12th, you're NOW eligible for Flying Branch. Plus Bachelor's degree required.
Engineering GraduatesNEW PREFERENCE: B.Tech / B.E. / B.Sc (Engineering) get priority in Ground Duty (Technical). Better career progression for technical background candidates.
Female OfficersEXPANDED OPPORTUNITIES: Female pilot recruitment in Flying Branch EXPANDED significantly. Earlier very limited slots. Now more opportunities for women officers.
Height RelaxationSC/ST RELAXATION: 2-3 cm height relaxation for SC/ST candidates depending on category. General candidates: strict 162.5 cm minimum.
Medical StandardsUpdated: Some flexibility in medical criteria for SC/ST. Vision standards same. No color blindness for Flying Branch.
Registration DeadlineApprox 5-7 weeks: Started 20 May. Expected deadline June-July 2026. Check official website for exact date.
AFCAT 2 2026 — Complete Timeline
EventDate / Status
Registration Opens20 May 2026 ✓ LIVE
Online Portalafcat.cdac.in
Application Deadline (Expected)June-July 2026 (5-7 weeks from 20 May)
Admit Card2 weeks before exam
Written Exam DateSeptember-October 2026 (Expected)
Exam Duration2 hours | 100 questions | 300 marks
Result Announcement4-6 weeks after exam
SSB InterviewDecember 2026 – March 2027 (approx.)
Final Commission & JoiningJune-July 2027 (approx.)

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Check official website at afcat.cdac.in for exact dates. Timeline may vary.

AFCAT 2 2026 — Branch-wise Vacancies
Branch NamePosts (Approx.)Key Requirements
Flying Branch61Bachelor's degree + Physics & Maths in 10th OR 12th (REVISED) + Excellent eyesight
Ground Duty (Technical)121B.Tech / B.E. in Engineering (preference given)
Ground Duty (Administrative)161Bachelor's degree in any stream
Meteorology Branch21Bachelor's degree with Physics + Mathematics
Education Branch18Bachelor's degree + B.Ed / M.Ed (preferred)
TOTAL POSTS382 Commission Officer Positions

✓ Candidates can apply for their preferred branch as per eligibility. Final vacancy numbers may vary slightly from estimated.

AFCAT 2 2026 — Eligibility Criteria (REVISED)
ParameterDetails
NationalityIndian citizen as per Constitution of India
Age (Flying)21-23 years as on 1 January 2027. SC/ST: +3 years (24-26)
Age (Ground Duty)21-27 years as on 1 January 2027. SC/ST: +3 years (24-30)
Education (Flying) — REVISEDBachelor's degree + Physics + Maths in 10th OR 12th (REVISED — relaxed from earlier)
Education (Ground Duty Technical)B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Aeronautical / Chemical Engineering
Education (Ground Duty Admin)Bachelor's degree in any discipline from recognized university
HeightMinimum 162.5 cm (males), 152 cm (females). SC/ST: 2-3 cm relaxation
VisionFlying: Correctable to 6/6 (glasses OK for some, LASIK NOT allowed). Ground Duty: Glasses/contact lens allowed
Marital StatusMUST BE UNMARRIED at time of commission. Marriage allowed after 5 years (pilots) or 8 years (others)
No DependentsCannot have dependents (children or persons under guardianship)
Medical FitnessExcellent health. No chronic illness, diabetes, asthma, heart conditions
Criminal RecordNo criminal convictions. Character certificate required
Application Fee₹250 (non-refundable). ALL candidates same fee. SC/ST: NO exemption

❌ AUTO DISQUALIFICATION: Married candidates | Candidates with dependents | Height below limit | LASIK surgery (Flying) | Color blind (Flying) | Criminal record | False information in form

AFCAT 2 2026 — Written Exam Pattern
SectionQuestions | Marks | Time
Verbal Ability (English)20 questions | 20 marks
Numerical Ability20 questions | 20 marks
Reasoning & Military Aptitude30 questions | 60 marks | Negative marking: 0.25/wrong
Situational Awareness30 questions | 200 marks | Negative marking: 0.25/wrong
TOTAL: 100 Questions | 300 Marks | 2 Hours (120 Minutes)

📌 Selection Process (6 Stages):

1. Written Exam (Qualifying) — 100 MCQ, 300 marks, 2 hours
2. Medical Fitness Test (MFT) (Qualifying) — Height, weight, vision, hearing check
3. Psychological Assessment Test (PAT) (Qualifying) — 3-4 hours psychological testing
4. Service Selection Board (SSB) Interview (Qualifying) — 4-5 days (Psychological tests, group tasks, personal interview)
5. Final Medical Check-up (Qualifying) — Detailed medical examination
6. Aircrew Test (CFS) — Flying Branch only, at Air Force Academy
Final Merit List — Based on all stages combined

⚠️ ALL stages are QUALIFYING. Failure in any stage = Selection cancelled.

Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for AFCAT 2 2026:

1
Visit afcat.cdac.in NOW (Registration LIVE)
AFCAT 2 2026 portal is LIVE from 20 May 2026. Go to afcat.cdac.in immediately. Bookmark the site. Portal will remain open for ~5-7 weeks (till approx. June-July 2026).
💡 Access during daytime for best speed. Portal may be slow during peak hours (evening). Try early morning or late night.
2
Create New User Account
Click "New Registration" → Fill name, email, phone, DOB, gender → Create username & password → Verify email with OTP. Your registration number will be generated immediately. SAVE IT!
💡 Use only personal email. Password 8+ chars (mix numbers & letters). Use the same email & phone throughout.
3
Fill Personal & Educational Details
Log in → Fill: Full name, DOB, gender, category (Gen/OBC/SC/ST), nationality, address, phone, email → Fill educational details: 10th, 12th, Bachelor's degree marks, stream, university → For Flying: Declare Physics + Maths in 10th OR 12th (this is IMPORTANT with revised eligibility)
💡 DOB must match birth certificate/Aadhaar 100%. Educational details must match certificates exactly.
4
Select Branch & Preferences
Choose preferred branch: (1) Flying, (2) Ground Duty (Technical), (3) Ground Duty (Admin), (4) Meteorology, (5) Education. Select ONLY 1 branch. You can apply ONCE only. Cannot change after submission.
💡 Choose wisely! Research each branch requirements before selecting.
5
Upload Photo, Signature & Documents
Upload: (1) Passport-size color photo (4×6 cm, white background, recent, <100KB), (2) Signature (black ink, white paper, <50KB), (3) Scanned copies of 10th, 12th, graduation certificates (PDF, <500KB each)
💡 Photo must show full face clearly (no glasses). Signature must match official documents. Poor quality = rejection.
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Pay ₹250 Application Fee
Fee: ₹250 (non-refundable, all candidates). No exemptions even for SC/ST. Payment: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI. Fee is MANDATORY for form submission.
💡 Keep payment screenshot. Payment confirmation will be emailed. Required for admit card download.
7
Review & Final Submit
Review all details carefully. Check name spelling, DOB, educational data, documents. Click final "Submit" button. After submission, CANNOT edit form. Download confirmation email. SAVE registration number.
💡 Screenshot confirmation page. Registration number needed for admit card & exam entry.

🚀 APPLY NOW at afcat.cdac.in ↗

A. AFCAT 2 (CEN 02/2026) registration officially started 20 May 2026 at afcat.cdac.in. Portal is LIVE RIGHT NOW. Expected application window: 5-7 weeks (approx. June-July 2026). Eligible candidates can register and apply NOW!
A. YES! Ab haan (with revised eligibility). Physics + Maths 10th OR 12th mein chahiye. Pehle sirf 12th mein hona padta tha. Ye ek MAJOR RELAXATION hai! Agar aapke pass 10th mein Physics + Maths hai aur Bachelor's degree hai to eligible ho sakte ho Flying Branch ke liye!
A. Flying Branch: 21-23 years. Ground Duty & Other: 21-27 years. SC/ST candidates: +3 years additional relaxation (24-26 Flying, 24-30 Ground Duty). Age calculation: 1 January 2027 basis. No upper age relaxation for OBC.
A. YES, MUST BE UNMARRIED at time of commission. Married candidates = automatic disqualification (permanent). Marriage allowed after 5 years of service (pilots) or 8 years (others). If you marry before commission, you're OUT.
A. Expected exam date: September-October 2026 (official date TBA). Admit card will be released 2 weeks before exam. Registration started 20 May, exam approx. 4-5 months later. Check afcat.cdac.in for exact date.
A. Ground Duty Technical ke liye: B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Aeronautical / Production / Chemical Engineering. Other engineering branches nahi hote. IIT/NIT graduates get preference.
A. Commission Officer Basic Pay: ₹56,100 + DA + HRA + Branch allowance. Total in-hand: ₹1.2-1.4 lakh/month approx. Plus: Free housing, ration, medical, travel, family pension after 20 years. Group Captain (8-10 years): ₹1.5+ lakh/month.
A. Maximum 3 attempts allowed. If you fail written exam 3 times = no more attempts. Important: SSB rejection doesn't count as attempt — only written exam failure counts as 1 attempt.
A. Height: Minimum 162.5 cm (males) | 152 cm (females). SC/ST: 2-3 cm relaxation. Vision: Flying — Correctable to 6/6 (glasses OK, LASIK NOT allowed). Ground Duty — Glasses/contact lens allowed. Below height minimum = automatic disqualification.
A. ₹250 (non-refundable). ALL candidates pay same fee. SC/ST, Female, PwD — NO exemption at all. Payment: Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI. Fee is MANDATORY for form submission.
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