IAF AFCAT 2 Recruitment 2025 notification has been released for the recruitment of 284 Commissioned Officer vacancies in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. Interested and eligible candidates can apply for AFCAT 2 2025 from 2 June to 1 July 2025.
Please read this article thoroughly for details regarding eligibility, vacancies, selection process, pay scale, and application steps.
IAF AFCAT 2 Recruitment 2025 Overview
Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the AFCAT 2 2025 Notification for recruiting 284 Commissioned Officers in Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches.
Candidates can also apply through NCC Special Entry for the Flying Branch. The course will commence in July 2026. Interested aspirants must apply.
IAF AFCAT 2 2025 – Highlights
| Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | AFCAT 2/2025 & NCC Special Entry |
| Post Name | Commissioned Officer (Flying & Ground Duty) |
| Total Vacancies | 284 |
| Application Dates | 2 June 2025 to 1 July 2025 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Training Start | July 2026 |
AFCAT 2 Vacancy 2025 Details
Indian Air Force has announced 284 vacancies under various branches. The detailed post-wise and gender-wise vacancy distribution is as follows:
| Branch | Total |
| Flying | 03 |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | 156 |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | 125 |
IAF AFCAT 2 Eligibility Criteria 2025
Candidates applying for AFCAT 2 2025 must meet the educational qualification and eligibility criteria:
Flying Branch (AFCAT & NCC Entry):
- 10+2 with 50% marks in Physics and Mathematics.
- Graduation (any discipline) with 60% OR B.E./B.Tech with 60%.
Ground Duty (Technical):
- 10+2 with 50% in Physics and Mathematics.
- Four-year degree in Engineering/Technology.
Ground Duty (Non-Technical):
- Graduation in relevant field with minimum 60% marks.
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IAF AFCAT 2 Age Limit
| Branch | Age Limit (as on 1 July 2026) |
|---|---|
| Flying Branch | 20 to 24 years (born between 02 July 2002 to 01 July 2006) |
| Ground Duty | 20 to 26 years (born between 02 July 2000 to 01 July 2006) |
AFCAT 2 Selection Process 2025
The selection process for IAF AFCAT 2 Recruitment 2025 will involve the following stages:
- Written Test (for AFCAT applicants only)
- AFSB Interview (Air Force Selection Board)
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
Note: Candidates applying via NCC Special Entry are exempted from AFCAT written test.
IAF AFCAT 2 Salary & Allowances
Pay Scale (7th CPC):
| Branch | Pay Band | MSP |
|---|---|---|
| Flying/Ground | Rs. 56100 – 177500 | Rs. 15,500 |
Other Benefits:
- Furnished accommodation
- Medical cover for family
- Travel concession
- Insurance cover (Rs. 1 Cr.)
- LTC, leave encashment, and sports facilities
AFCAT 2 Application Form 2025
Candidates can apply online for AFCAT 2 Recruitment 2025 between 2 June 2025 (11:00 hrs) and 1 July 2025 (23:30 hrs). Applications must be submitted only through the official portals mentioned below.
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Steps to Apply Online for AFCAT 2 2025
- Visit the official AFCAT portal: afcat.cdac.in
- Register with a valid email ID and phone number.
- Login and fill out the AFCAT 2 application form.
- Upload scanned documents (photo, signature, certificates).
- Pay the application fee (Rs. 550 + GST) via online mode.
- Submit and print the application for future reference.
Official AFCAT 2/2025 & NCC Special Entry Notification
Documents Required
- Passport-size photograph
- Signature
- Class 10/12 Marksheet
- Graduation/Engineering Degree
- Aadhaar Card
- NCC Certificate (if applicable)
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release Date | 28 May 2025 |
| Application Start Date | 2 June 2025 (11:00 hrs) |
| Application End Date | 1 July 2025 (23:30 hrs) |
| AFCAT 2 2025 Exam Date | To Be Announced |
| Admit Card Release | To Be Notified |
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IAF AFCAT 2 2025 Apply Online Link
To apply for IAF AFCAT 2 Recruitment 2025 for 284 Commissioned Officer posts, click the direct link below:
Apply Online for AFCAT 2 2025 (Soon)