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AFCAT 02/2026 Answer Key: 35 Posts Across Various Branches
AFCAT has released the answer key for 35 posts across various branches including Flying and Ground Duty. Open to candidates with relevant educational qualifications as specified for each branch. Selection involves a written exam, AFSB, document verification, and medical examination.
- Air Force Jobs
- Graduate Level
- Technical Roles
- Female Candidates Only
- Central Government
Timeline
- Application opens 20 May 2026
- Application closes 21 Jun 2026
- Admit card released 5 Aug 2026
- Exam 8 Aug 2026
- Answer key 11 Aug 2026
Important Dates
- Online Apply Start Date 20 May 2026
- Online Apply Last Date 21 June 2026 (Extended)
- Last Date Pay Exam Fee 21 June 2026
- Exam Date 08 August 2026
- Exam City Details 29 July 2026
- Admit Card 05 August 2026
- Answer Key 11 August 2026 Available Now
- Result Declare Date Will Be Updated Here Soon
Application Fee
All Category Candidates
Rs. 550 /- (+18% GST)
Pay via Debit Card · Credit Card · Internet Banking · IMPS · Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Programs
| Entry Type | Post Code | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT | Flying | 30 | 05 | 35 |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Technical | AE (L) | --- | --- | --- |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Technical | AE (M) | --- | --- | --- |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical | Admin | 50 | 12 | 62 |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical | LGS | 04 | 02 | 06 |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical | Accounts | 05 | 02 | 07 |
| GD Non Technical | Education | 01 | 02 | 03 |
| GD Non Technical | WS Branch | 21 | 05 | 26 |
| Meteorology Entry | Meteorology | 01 | 02 | 03 |
| NCC Special Entry | Flying | — | — | — |
| GATE Score Entry | GD Technical | — | — | — |
AFCAT 02/2026 Branch Wise : Eligibility Details
| Entry Type | Branch Name | Indian Airforce AFCAT Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | Flying | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Level / B.E / B.Tech Course. |
| Ground Duty Technical | — | Aeronautical Engineering Electronics : 10+2 Intermediate Minimum 60% Marks in Physics and Math and Minimum 4 Year Graduation / Integrated PG Degree in Engineering / Technology Aeronautical Engineering Mechanical : Candidates with Minimum 60% Marks Each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Level and 4 Year Engineering / Technology Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering or Equivalent Degree. |
| Administration and Logistics | — | Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with at Least Minimum 60% Marks Physical Eligibility Height Male : 157.5 CMS | Female : 152 CM |
| Accounts | — | Bachelor Degree in Commerce B.Com with at Least Minimum 60% Marks. |
| NCC Special Entry | Flying | NCC Air Wing Senior Division ’C’ certificate and Other Details as per Flying Branch Eligibility. |
| Meteorology Entry | Meteorology | For Eligibility Details Read the Notification. |
| GATE Score Entry | GD Technical | Candidates must have a degree in the relevant field and should have qualified the GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) examination. |
Selection Process
- 01 Written Exam
- 02 Air Force Selection Board (AFSB)
- 03 Document Verification
- 04 Medical Examination
How to Check Answer Key
- Visit AFCAT's official website.
- Navigate to the Answer Key section.
- Select the AFCAT 02/2026 answer key link.
- Enter your details as required.
- Review the answer key for accuracy.
- Download and save the answer key for reference.
Age Limits
AFCAT 02/2026 Notification : Age Limits As On 01 July 2027
- Minimum Age 20 Years (For AFCAT Flying Batch Candidates)
- Maximum Age 24 Years
- Minimum Age 20 Years (For Ground Duty Technical / Non Technical Candidates)
- Maximum Age 26 Years
Important Links
Apply
Admit Card
Answer Key
Notification
Official website
Exam city
Frequently Asked
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Who is eligible to apply?Candidates with a Bachelor Degree in any stream, or specific engineering degrees as per branch requirements.
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What is the selection process?Selection is through a written exam, AFSB, document verification, and medical examination.
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How many vacancies are open?There are 35 vacancies across various branches.
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What are the educational requirements for Flying?A Bachelor Degree with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or a B.E/B.Tech course.
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What is the age limit for AFCAT?Refer to the Important Dates section for specific age criteria.