AFCAT 2026
Syllabus | Exam Pattern | Eligibility | Physical | Salary
About AFCAT
The Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) is conducted by the Indian Air Force twice a year to recruit officers in Flying and Ground Duty branches.
Exam Pattern
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Awareness | 25 | 75 | 2 Hours |
| Verbal Ability | 25 | 75 | |
| Numerical Ability | 18 | 54 | |
| Reasoning & Military Aptitude | 32 | 96 |
Total Marks: 300
Negative Marking: -1 per wrong answer
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian
- Age:
- Flying Branch: 20–24 Years
- Ground Duty: 20–26 Years
- Educational Qualification:
- Flying: Graduation with Physics & Maths
- Technical: Engineering Degree
- Non-Technical: Graduation
Physical Standards (Male – Flying Branch)
| Requirement | Standard |
|---|---|
| Height | 162.5 cm minimum |
| Leg Length | 99 cm – 120 cm |
Selection Process
- Written Exam (AFCAT)
- AFSB Interview
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Salary
Flying Officer Salary: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month
Plus Flying Allowance ₹25,000 per month
Sample Question
1. Indian Air Force was established in:
A. 1932
B. 1947
C. 1950
D. 1962
Answer: A. 1932