IAF Recruitment 2025 – AFCAT Entry for 284 Commissioned Officer Posts
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has announced the selection of 284 officers who have been commissioned via the AFCAT (Air Common Admission Test) 2025. These positions are open to applicants from different branches, including the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical as well as Non-Technical). The online application process is open to qualified female and male candidates throughout India. The deadline for submitting application forms is July 1st 2025. Candidates should ensure that they satisfy all requirements for eligibility before submitting their applications.
Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | June 2, 2025 |
| Last Date to Apply | July 1, 2025 |
Job Summary
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Entry Mode | AFCAT 2025 |
| Total Vacancies | 284 |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Employment Type | Permanent Commission / Short Service Commission |
| Eligible States | All States and Union Territories |
| Fee | Rs. 550/- for AFCAT; Free for NCC Special Entry |
| Experience Required | Freshers Eligible |
| Qualification | Graduation/Engineering/Post-Graduation |
| Salary | Rs56,100 – Rs1,77,500 (Level 10 Pay Matrix) |
Vacancy & Eligibility Details
| Entry / Branch | Vacancies (Men / Women) | Age Limit | Educational Qualification | Pay Scale |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry – Flying Branch | 1 / 2 | 20-24 years old | Any stream that has graduation with Physics and Maths 10+2 or BTech or BE. | Rs56,100-1,77,500 |
| AFCAT Entry – Ground Duty (Technical) AE (L) | 85 / 23 | Between 20 and 26 years old | 10-year-olds with 60% marks in Physics and Math plus 4-year Engg./PG in Engg./Tech | Rs56,100-1,77,500 |
| AFCAT Entry – Ground Duty (Technical) AE (M) | 38 / 10 | Between 20 and 26 years old | 10+2 with 60% of Physics and Math and a degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Aero Engg. | Rs56,100-1,77,500 |
| AFCAT Entry – Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Weapon Systems (WS) | 19 / 05 | Between 20 and 26 years old | Graduation of any stream that has minimum. 60% | Rs56,100-1,77,500 |
| AFCAT Entry – Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Administration | 46 / 12 | Between 20 and 26 years old | Graduation in any stream requiring the minimum. 60% | Rs56,100-1,77,500 |
| AFCAT Entry – Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Logistics | 11 / 04 | Between 20 and 26 years old | Graduation of any stream that has the minimum. 60% | Rs56,100-1,77,500 |
| AFCAT Entry – Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Accounts | 09 / 02 | Between 20 and 26 years old | B.Com with a minimum. 60 marks | Rs56,100-1,77,500 |
| AFCAT Entry – Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Education | 07 / 02 | Between 20 and 26 years old | Postgraduate qualification (as per norms) | Rs56,100-1,77,500 |
| AFCAT Entry – Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Meteorology | 06 / 02 | Between 20 and 26 years old | Postgraduate qualification (as per norms) | Rs56,100-1,77,500 |
| NCC Special Entry – Flying Branch | As per norms | Between 20 and 26 years old | NCC ‘C’ Certificate (Air Wing) + Eligibility as per Flying Branch | Rs56,100-1,77,500 |
NOTE: Candidates must refer to the official notice for more detailed requirements regarding education as well as physical requirements.
Selection Process
The process of securing IAF Commissioned Officers through AFCAT 2025 has many phases:
- Written Exam (AFCAT): Covers General Awareness, English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude.
- computerised pilot selection system (CPSS): Applicable to Flying Branch aspirants post-AFCAT.
- AFSB interview Interviews are conducted in two steps
- Stage I: Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) Test and Picture Perception & Discussion Test (PPDT)
- Stage II: Psychological Tests, Group Tests, and Personal Interview
- Medical Exam Final phase for the candidates who have been shortlisted.
- The Final Merit List Based on results of AFCAT, AFSB, and medical fitness.
Application Fee
| Entry Type | Fee Amount | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Entry | Rs. 550/- | Online (Credit/Debit Card/Net Banking) |
| NCC Special Entry | Nil | — |
How to Apply
The candidates must submit their applications online on the IAF’s official IAF AFCAT portal by or on the 1st of July, 2025.. The process for applying involves:
- Completely filling in your personal, academic and other information
- Uploading a passport-sized photograph along with your Signature
- Making payment for the fee via an encrypted payment processor
- The completed application form should be printed to use for reference later on
Make sure that the information is complete as per the official documentation in order to avoid being rejected.