The AFCAT 2 Notification 2024 has been released for 304 vacancy, Indian Air Force (AFCAT) inviting applications for positions in the Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches of the Indian Air Force. Aspiring candidates should thoroughly read all the details of AFCAT recruitment 2024 to understand the eligibility criteria, selection process, and important dates which are shared below.
Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2024
1. Important Dates of AFCAT 2
- Release of Notification: 20th May 2024
- Starting Date of Application: 30th May 2024
- Last Date to Apply: 28th June 2024
- Admit Card Release: To be announced
- Examination Date: 9th, 10th, 11th August 2024
2. Application Fees
- For All Candidates: 550/-
- NCC Special Entry : 0/-
3. Post Name
- Flying Branch
- Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical)
4. Eligibility Details
- Flying Branch:
✦ Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s degree (minimum 60%) with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level.
✦ Technical Branch: 4-year degree qualification and must have cleared sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India.
- Ground Duty (Technical):
✦ Educational Qualification: 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics and a minimum 4-year degree graduation/integrated post-graduation in Engineering/Technology.
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical):
✦ Educational Qualification: Graduation in any discipline with a minimum of 60%.
5. Age Details for AFCAT 2 Recruitment 2024
| Branch | Minimum Age | Maximum Age |
|---|---|---|
| Flying Branch | 20 years | 24 years |
| Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) | 20 years | 26 years |
- Age Relaxation: Applicable as per the authority’s rules.
- For detailed information, please refer to the AFCAT 2 Notification 2024.
6. Vacancy Details (Total Post : 304)
| Branch | Number of Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Flying Branch | 29 |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | 119 |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | 156 |
| Entry Type | Post Code | Male | Female | Total | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AFCAT | Flying | 18 | 11 | 29 | |||
| Ground Duty Technical | AE (L) | 88 | 23 | 111 | |||
| AE (M) | 36 | 09 | 45 | ||||
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical | Administration | 43 | 11 | 54 | |||
| WS (Branch) | 14 | 03 | 17 | ||||
| LGS | 13 | 04 | 17 | ||||
| Accounts | 10 | 02 | 12 | ||||
| GD Non Technical | Education | 07 | 02 | 09 | |||
| Meteorology Entry | Meteorology | 08 | 02 | 10 | |||
| NCC Special Entry | Flying | 10% | 10% | — | |||
7. Salary Details
✦ Flying Branch: Starting from ₹85,372 per month
✦ Ground Duty (Technical): Starting from ₹74,872 per month
✦ Ground Duty (Non-Technical): Starting from ₹71,872 per month
8. Selection Process
Stages:
- Online AFCAT Examination
- Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview
- Medical Examination
9. Important Links
| AFCAT 2 Notification 2024 | Click Here |
| AFCAT 2 Apply Online | Click Here |
| Visit Official Site |
Click Here |
11. How to Apply
- Visit the Official Website: Go to the AFCAT official portal.
- Register: Create a new account with a valid email ID and mobile number.
- Fill Application Form: Complete the application form with personal, educational, and professional details.
- Upload Documents: Upload the required documents including photograph, signature, and educational certificates.
- Pay Application Fee: Pay the application fee through online mode.
- Submit Application: Review and submit the application form.
- Print Application: Take a printout of the application form for future reference.
12. Exam Pattern
Online AFCAT Examination:
- Sections: General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test.
- Total Questions: 100
- Duration: 2 hours
- Total Marks: 300
- Marking Scheme: +3 for correct answers, -1 for incorrect answers
EKT (Engineering Knowledge Test) for Technical Branch:
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Total Marks: 150
For further details and updates, candidates should regularly visit the official AFCAT website and utilize the provided important links for direct access to application forms and notification PDFs. Preparing for the exam should include studying the detailed syllabus, practicing previous years’ papers, and understanding the exam pattern to ensure a successful application.
