Airforce AFCAT Recruitment 2024
The Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 2024 offers a prime opportunity for Indian men and women to become Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in the Indian Air Force’s Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches.
The online application period for AFCAT Recruitment 2024 starts on May 30, 2024, and ends on June 28, 2024. There are 304 vacancies available in this recruitment.
Graduates with at least 60% marks in any discipline are eligible to apply. The official website will host the application process from May 30, 2024, to June 28, 2024. The notification includes details on the selection process, exam dates, and application procedures. For full application instructions, read this post thoroughly.
Important Dates
✦ Application Start: May 30, 2024
✦ Last Date to Apply: June 28, 2024 (till 5 PM)
✦ Fee Payment Deadline: June 28, 2024
✦ Admit Card: Available Soon
✦ Exam Date: September 2024
Application Fee
✦ AFCAT Entry: ₹500
✦ NCC Special Entry & Meteorology Entry: No fee
✦ Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI) or Offline
Vacancy Details
Branch | Vacancies |
---|---|
Flying | 29 |
Ground Duty (Technical) | 156 |
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | 109 |
Meteorology Entry | 10 |
Total | 304 |
Eligibility Criteria
✦ Flying Branch:
Graduation with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 or B.E/B.Tech.
Age: 20-24 years.
✦ Ground Duty (Technical):
Engineering degree in relevant field.
Age: 20-26 years.
✦ Ground Duty (Non-Technical):
Graduation in any stream with 60% marks.
Age: 20-26 years.
✦ Meteorology:
Master’s degree in any stream.
Age: 20-26 years.
✦ NCC Special Entry (Flying):
NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ certificate.
Age: 20-24 years.
Selection Process
- Written Exam
- Interview
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Physical Standards
✦ Height Requirements:
✦ For Flying Branch:
- Male: 162.5 cm minimum
- Female: 162.5 cm minimum
✦ For Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical):
- Male: 157.5 cm minimum
- Female: 152 cm minimum
Salary Details
✦ ₹56,100/- to ₹1,77,500/-
How to Apply
- Visit the official website.
- Register and fill out the application form.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee.
- Submit the application and keep a copy for future reference.
Important Links
Contact Information
- Help Desk Email: afcatcell@cdac.in
- Phone Number: 020-25503105 or 020-25503106
Additional Information
Training
✦ Flying Branch: Training is conducted at Air Force Academy, Dundigal.
✦ Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical): Training at Air Force Training Establishments.
Career Progression
✦ Flying Branch: Start as a Flying Officer and can rise to Air Marshal.
✦ Ground Duty Branches: Progress from Flying Officer to Air Marshal, with opportunities in various administrative and technical roles.
Benefits
✦ Salary and Allowances: Competitive salary, allowances, and perks including housing, medical facilities, and leave travel concessions.
✦ Additional Perks: Opportunities for higher education, sports facilities, and subsidized schooling for children.
AFCAT 2024 Exam Pattern Information
1. Exam Structure
- Name of Exam: Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT)
- Type of Questions: Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)
- Duration: 2 hours
- Total Questions: 100
- Maximum Marks: 300
2. Subject Areas
- Verbal Ability
- Numerical Ability
- Reasoning
- General Awareness
- Military Aptitude
3. Marking Scheme
- Correct Answer: +3 marks
- Incorrect Answer: -1 mark
4. Detailed Breakdown
Subject Areas | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks |
---|---|---|
Verbal Ability | 25 | 75 |
Numerical Ability | 25 | 75 |
Reasoning and Military Aptitude | 25 | 75 |
General Awareness | 25 | 75 |
Additional Exam: EKT (Engineering Knowledge Test)
- For Technical Branch Candidates
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Total Questions: 50
- Maximum Marks: 150
- Subjects: Relevant engineering disciplines
This structure ensures a thorough evaluation of a candidate’s abilities and knowledge across crucial areas for roles in the Indian Air Force.
Exam Duration | Number of Questions | Maximum Marks | Subjects |
---|---|---|---|
2 Hours | 100 | 300 | Verbal Ability, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, General Awareness, Military Aptitude |
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