The Indian Airforce has released the Answer Key for the Air Force Common Admission Test AFCAT 01/2026 Batch (January 2027 Course) recruitment on its official website Candidates should review the details provided below regarding the AFCAT 01/2026 Batch Answer Key 2026
AFCAT 01/2026 Examination Details
| Event |
Date |
| Online Application Start Date |
17 November 2025 |
| Online Application Last Date |
19 December 2025 (Extended) |
| Fee Payment Last Date |
19 December 2025 |
| Exam Date |
31 January 2026 |
| Exam City Details |
09 January 2026 |
| Admit Card Release |
22 January 2026 |
| Result Date |
Will Be Updated Here Soon |
| Answer Key Release |
01 February 2026 Available Now |
| Important Note |
Candidates are advised to confirm from the AFCAT 01/2026 official website. |
Application Fee Details
| Category |
Fee |
| All Candidates |
₹ 550/- |
| NCC Special Entry |
₹ 00/- |
| Meteorology Entry |
₹ 00/- |
- Payment Mode (Online):
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- Internet Banking
- IMPS
- Cash Card / Mobile Wallet
Total Posts: 340 Posts
Age Limits for AFCAT 01/2026 Batch
Age Limits as on 01 January 2027
| Category |
Age Limit |
| Minimum Age |
20 Years |
| Maximum Age |
26 Years |
| Flying Branch |
20-24 Years |
| Ground Duty (Technical/ Non-Technical) |
20-26 Years |
| Note |
Indian Airforce provides age relaxation for the AFCAT 01/2026 position as per their regulations. |
AFCAT 01/2026 Vacancy Details
| header |
value |
male |
female |
| Entry Type |
Post Code |
Male |
Female |
| AFCAT |
Flying |
34 |
04 |
| AFCAT (Ground Duty Technical) |
AE (L) Men- (SSC) |
100 |
23 |
| AFCAT (Ground Duty Technical) |
AE (M) Men- (SSC) |
38 |
09 |
| AFCAT (Ground Duty Technical) |
AE (L) Men- (PC) |
03 |
03 |
| AFCAT (Ground Duty Technical) |
AE (M) Men- (PC) |
09 |
03 |
| AFCAT (Ground Duty Non Technical) |
Admin |
48 |
12 |
| AFCAT (Ground Duty Non Technical) |
LGS |
09 |
02 |
| AFCAT (Ground Duty Non Technical) |
Accounts |
08 |
02 |
| AFCAT (Ground Duty Non Technical) |
Education |
02 |
02 |
| AFCAT (Ground Duty Non Technical) |
WS Branch |
21 |
05 |
| AFCAT (Ground Duty Non Technical) |
Meteorology |
01 |
02 |
| NCC Special Entry |
Flying |
10% of the seats from CDSE vacancies are reserved for Permanent Commission (PC), and 10% of the seats from AFCAT vacancies are reserved for Short Service Commission (SSC). |
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AFCAT 01/2026 Eligibility Criteria
| Branch Name |
AFCAT Entry Eligibility Criteria |
| Flying |
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level, or hold a B.E./B.Tech degree from a recognized university. |
| Ground Duty Technical |
Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics): Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Intermediate) examination with at least 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics, and must hold a minimum 4-year Graduation or Integrated Postgraduate Degree in Engineering or Technology. Aeronautical Engineering (Mechanical): Candidates must have passed the 10+2 (Intermediate) examination with at least 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics, and possess a 4-year Degree in Engineering or Technology in Mechanical, Industrial, or Aeronautical Engineering. |
| Administration & Logistics |
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s Degree in any stream with a minimum of 60% marks. Physical Eligibility: Male Candidates: Minimum height – 157.5 cm Female Candidates: Minimum height – 152 cm |
| Accounts |
Candidates must have a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (B.Com) with a minimum of 60% marks. Physical Eligibility: Male Candidates: Minimum height – 157.5 cm Female Candidates: Minimum height – 152 cm |
| Education |
Candidates must possess an MBA, MCA, MA, or M.Sc. degree with a minimum of 50% marks. Physical Eligibility: Male Candidates: Minimum height – 157.5 cm Female Candidates: Minimum height – 152 cm |
| Meteorology Entry |
Candidates must have a Master’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university. |
| NCC Special Entry : Flying |
Candidates must possess an NCC Air Wing Senior Division “C” Certificate, along with other qualifications as per the Flying Branch eligibility criteria. |
How to Check & Download AFCAT 01/2026 Answer Key
- Visit the official AFCAT answer key portal where AFCAT admit cards are released
- On the homepage, find and click the AFCAT 01/2026 Answer Key link
- You will be redirected to a candidate login page
- Enter your login credentials, such as your Registration / Application Number and Password / Date of Birth
- After submitting, your AFCAT 01/2026 Answer Key will appear on the screen
- Check all the details carefully your name, roll number, exam date & time, exam centre address, and reporting time
- Download and save the answer key (usually in PDF format)
AFCAT 01/2026 Selection Process
- Written Exam
- Air Force Selection Board (AFSB)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
