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AFCAT Recruitment 02/2021 Online Application – Indian Airforce, IAF has invited applications for the posts of AFCAT Group A Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground duty, technical and non-technical started on the official website. The candidates who wish to apply can visit afcat.cdac.in for the application form and follow the steps shared below to fill the application. Candidates with the qualification of B.E/B.Tech/Any Degree can apply for this exam.

Eligible candidates can apply for this post online before 30 Dec 2020. The application process will be started on 01 Dec 2020. The detailed eligibility and application process of AFCAT 2021 are given in below. Candidates can also try other Indian Air Force Jobs

Check the official notice, important dates, how to fill application form here. The exam would be conducted on 20 & 21-02-2021. The eligibility, pattern and other details on the exam are available here too.

AFCAT Recruitment 2/2021 – Indian Air Force AFCAT for Commissioned Officers

Job Role Commissioned Officers
Exam Name AFCAT 02/2021/NCC Special Entry -Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT)
Qualification B.E/B.Tech/Any Degree
Total Posts 235+6
Job location Across India

Indian Airforce-AFCAT 2021: Important dates

  • Starting Date to Apply Online: 01-12-2020
  • Closing Date to Apply Online: 30-12-2020
  • Closing Date to Apply Online for Women: 11-01-2021
  • Date of Add/ Modify Branch Preference for Women: 18 to 21-01-2021
  • Dates for AFCAT Examination: 20 & 21-02-2021

AFCAT Application Fee 2021

Candidates applying for the AFCAT entry will have to pay an application fee while submitting the application form. Candidates applying for the NCC and Meteorology entry need not pay any application fee. The application fee should only be paid through an online mode. Payment through cash or demand draft (DD) will not be entertained. Candidates should keep the transaction details for future records.

Entry Application Fee
AFCAT Entry INR 250/-
NCC special Entry NA
Meteorology Entry NA

Note: Application Fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances.

For Flying Branch:
  • Minimum Age: 20 Years
  • Maximum Age: 24 Years
  • Candidates born between 02-01-1998 to 01-01-2002 (both dates inclusive)
For Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branch:
  • Minimum Age: 20 Years
  • Maximum Age: 26 Years
  • Candidates born between 02-01-1996 to 01-01-2002 (both dates inclusive).

AFCAT Recruitment 2021 – Branch wise vacancies: 235 Posts

Vacancy Details
Post Name Branch Total
AFCAT Entry Flying 69
Ground Duty (Technical) 96
Ground Duty (Non – Technical) 70+6
NCC Special Entry Flying 10% Seats

Indian Airforce – AFCAT Recruitment 2021: Eligibility and other details 

The candidates must be aged between 20-24 years to apply for the posts, that is they must be born not before July 1997 and not after July 1, 2001, to apply for the exam.  For ground duty staff the age limit os from 20- 26 years.

Also, AFCAT asks for candidates to be unmarried if they are below 25 years of age. The candidates must have secured more than 50% marks in 10+2 in physics and mathematics to apply for the exam.

AFCAT Eligibility 2021 Details 

Nationality

  • The Candidate must be a Citizen of India. 

Marital Status

  • The candidates must be unmarried at the time of commencement of course.
  • Widows/Widowers are not eligible to apply.
  • A candidate who marries subsequent to the date of his application even after successfully clearing the SSB and medical will also not be eligible for training.

Age Limit

For Flying Branch through AFCAT and NCC Special Entry

  • Maximum Age – 24 years.
  • Minimum Age – 20 years.
  • The candidates should be of this age as on 1st July 2021.

For Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branch:

  • Maximum Age – 26 years.
  • Minimum Age – 20 years.
  • The candidates should be of this age as on 1st July 2021.

Educational Qualification

For Flying Branch:
  • Minimum of 60% marks each in Maths & Physics at 10+2 level.
  • Graduates (Three Year Course) in any discipline from a recognised University who have attained minimum 60% marks or equivalent OR
  • BE/B Tech (Four Year Course) from a recognised university with minimum 60% marks or equivalent.
  • Cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institute Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
For Ground Duty (Technical):

Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics)/(Mechanical):

  • Candidates with a minimum of 50% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a minimum of four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/ Technology from recognized University
  • OR cleared Sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India)
For Ground Duty (Non-Technical)

Administration

  • Passed 10+2 and Graduate Degree in any discipline from a recognised university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent or cleared section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.

Education:

  • Passed 10+2 and Post-Graduation with 50% in any discipline including integrated courses offering PG (Single degree without permission to exit and lateral entry) and with 60% marks in Graduation in any discipline.

Meteorology:

  • Post Graduate Degree in any Science stream/ Mathematics/ Statistics/ Geography/ Computer Applications/ Environmental Science/ Applied Physics/ Oceanography/ Meteorology/ Agricultural Meteorology/ Ecology & Environment/ Geophysics/ Environmental Biology with minimum of 50% marks
For NCC Special Entry (Flying Branch):
  • Minimum 60% marks in each in Maths & Physics at 10 + 2 level.
    Graduate (Three Year Course) in any discipline from a recognised University with minimum 60% marks or equivalent. (OR)
  • BE/B Tech (Four Year Course) from a recognised University with minimum 60% marks or equivalent(OR)
  • Cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institute Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
  • Final Year/semester students are also eligible to apply, provided they do not have any present backlogs at the time of AFSB Testing and produce Degree certificate issued by the University as per the date stipulated in the advertisement.
  • NCC Air Wing Senior Division ’C’ certificate and validity of the certificate would be two years before the date of advertisement.

Note: Candidates who are studying in the final year/semester Degree course and are yet to pass the final year degree examination can also apply provided candidate should not have any present backlog and should have secured a minimum of 60% marks upto the last semester/year for which results have been declared upto the time of submission of application.

AFCAT 2021 Physical Fitness Test:

  • Candidates should aim to achieve an ability to run 01 miles (1.6 km) in 10 mins, do 10 pushups and 03 chin-ups.
  • Prospective candidates are also advised to keep themselves in good physical condition to adapt to physical training at AFA which encompasses running, swimming, rope climbing and other forms of physical training/ conditioning in which they would undergo mandatory tests during training.

Note : For Detailed AFCAT Eligibility Criteria 2021 Click Here

AFCAT Recruitment 2021 Selection Process

  • AFCAT written examination
  • Stage-I – Officer Intelligence Rating Test along with Picture Perception and discussion test
  • Stage-II – Psychological test, Group Tests and Interview would commence after document check for the next five days.
  • Medical Examination
  • An All India Merit List is compiled on the basis of your performance in the written test and AFSB interview, subject to being medically fit.

How to Apply for AFCAT 2021 Exam?

  • The candidates need to visit the official website of afcat.cdac.in
  • Visit the homepage to find application forms for AFCAT 2021
  • Register yourself using your phone number or email id to generate a password
  • Enter the details in the form and submit the exam fee
  • Submit the form and keep a copy for future reference

AFCAT Recruitment 2/2021 Important Links

Important Links
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Last Date Extended Notice 
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Detailed Notification Click Here
Official Website
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AFCAT Previous Year Question Papers: Click here

AFCAT Syllabus 2021

The questions that will be asked in the AFCAT written exam will be based on different subjects. Various topics for the AFCAT syllabus for various subjects are as given below.

  • English
  • General Awareness
  • Numerical Ability
  • Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test

Note : For Detailed AFCAT Syllabus & Exam Pattern 2021 Visit Here

AFCAT Exam Pattern 2021

The written examination for the AFCAT will consist of two different sections. The first section will consist of subjects like General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning which will be of 100 marks in total. Section two will consist of questions related to the graduation stream, namely; Mechanical, Computer Science and Electrical & Electronics. The AFCAT Exam Pattern is as follows.

Exam Section Exam Duration Total No. of Questions Marks
AFCAT General Awareness, Verbal Ability, Reasoning, and Numerical Ability and Military Aptitude Test 02 Hours 100 300
EKT Mechanical/Computer Science/Electrical & Electronics 45 Minutes 50 150
  • The written exam will consist of two different sections.
  • The subjects under the sections will be (Section I – Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning and Section II – Mechanical, Computer Science and Electrical & Electronics).
  • Section I will be of 300 marks in total with 100 questions.
  • Section II will be of 150 marks and 50 questions in total.
  • The section I exam will be of a duration of 2 hours and section II will be of 45 minutes.
  • +1 mark will be awarded for every correct answer.
  • There will be a negative marking of -1 for every wrong answer.
  • There won’t be any marking for unattempted questions.

AFCAT Exam Date

The  AFCAT recruitment 2021 important dates are given below. Candidates can go through the table to keep in mind the important dates.

Event Dates
Online Application Process Date 15th June 2021
Online Application Process End Date 14th July 2021
Admit Card Release Date To be Announced
AFCAT Exam 19th and 20th September 2021
AFSB Exam To be announced

AFCAT Admit Card 2021

Admit cards will be issued to the candidates before every stage of the selection process. Candidates will receive their admit cards on the registered email ID and can download it from there. Candidates can also download the admit cards from the official website. Check the steps below to know how to download the admit card.

Direct Link To Download AFCAT Admit Card

  • Click on the link given above. You will get Direct Link To Download AFCAT Admit Card
  • Candidates should Log in by entering the login credentials.
  • The candidate’s admit card will appear on their screens.
  • Double check if all details on the admit card are correct.
  • Candidates can download the admit card and also take a print out of it.
  • Alternatively, candidates can visit the official website of AFCAT click on the link given on the homepage to download the admit card.
  • Candidates can then follow the steps as given above.

AFCAT Answer Key 2021

The answer key of the AFCAT written test will be published on the official website, 15 days after the completion of the exam. The answer key will consist of all the correct responses to the questions asked in the exam. Candidates must note that they can also raise objections against the answer key. There will be a deadline to do so. Along with that, the candidates will also have to pay relevant charges as per objection raised. The instructions for this process will be released along with the answer key. 

AFCAT Result 2021

The AFCAT Results for the written test will be published by the board within a month after the completion of the examination. The final result after the SSB will be in the form of a merit list.  Candidates can check the steps given below to know how to check their results.

Direct Link To Check/Download AFCAT Result 2021

  • Click on the direct link as given above.
  • Enter your credentials details and click on the login button.
  • Search for your roll number/name in the list using CTRL+F.
  • The candidates whose roll numbers/names are in the list have qualified the written test.
  • Alternatively, candidates can visit the official website of AFCAT and follow the same steps as mentioned above to download the AFCAT result.

AFCAT Cut Off 2021

The AFCAT releases a cut off every time along with the result. The candidates who have scored more than the cut off marks qualify for the SSB stage. Hence, an aspirant must have an idea regarding the cut-off and should try to score at least the cut-off marks. The following are the cut off marks from previous years.

Year of Examination AFCAT Cut Off (Out of 300) EKT Cut Off (Out of 150) 
AFCAT (1) 2019 133 50
AFCAT (2) 2018 140 55
AFCAT (1) 2018 155 60
AFCAT (2) 2017 160 60

Aspiring candidates must now be having a fair idea and a clear understanding of the AFCAT recruitment 2021. The candidates who had missed out on applying for the AFCAT (1) can apply for the AFCAT (2) as soon as the application process begins. Candidates can now start preparing themselves for the exam by undertaking mock tests and series which will help them do better in the examination. 

Hopefully you found this article on the AFCAT recruitment 2021 informative and useful. We have provided the candidates with all the details they require regarding the recruitment. You can also reach out to us in case of any doubts or queries. 

AFCAT Salary – Payscale

The following AFCAT salary pay would be applicable on the grant of Commission to Flying Officers:-

Pay in Pay Band (Common to all Branches) – Rs 56,100 Per Month (The officer will be placed in Level 10 in the Pay Matrix of VIIth CPC – 56,100-1,10,700).

Military Service Pay:– Rs 15,500 Per Month.

Apart from this, the newly Commissioned Officers in Flying and Technical Branches will also get:-

  • Flying Allowance to Flying Branch Officers

  • Technical Allowance to Technical Branch Officers

AFCAT 2021 Salary Highlights:

  • This job comes with its challenges, a handsome paycheque and more than that endless benefits and facilities for you and your family so much that you will not need any other luxury in the world.

  • The proper AFCAT pay scale of each post differs for each post.

  • Apart from the basic salary, candidates will also get Grade Pay, Military Service Pay, Dearness Allowance, Allowances for Kit Maintenance & Transport Allowance separately.

  • IAF has a separate AFCAT pay scale for each branch – Flying duty, Technical duty and Ground duty.

  • After being a part of IAF a candidate enjoys the luxury of working for the best defence organisations in the world apart from the respect and honour.

  • As the candidate grows in rank and stature their income, responsibilities and other entitlements will also increase

AFCAT 2021 Salary – Payscale

Being an IAF officer is one of the most challenging jobs but the authorities know how to take great care of the recruits making it one of the well-paid jobs in the world. After qualifying the AFCAT and completing the training period successfully, an officer can earn a salary of Rs. 56,100-1,10,700. Apart from the salary the Indian Air Force also provides its officers with various other benefits and perks. In the following table, we have shared the branch-wise payscale of AFCAT and the benefits.

AFCAT Salary 2021 – Branch-wise Payscale

Flying Branch Salary

Rs. 85,372/-

Ground Duty (Tech) Branch Salary

Rs. 74,872/-

Ground Duty (Non-tech) Branch Salary

Rs. 71,872/-

AFCAT 2021 Salary – Benefits

Once you join the Indian Air Force, you get entitled to many facilities and benefits which range from housing facilities, medical facilities, schools for your kids and all the other day-to-day needs. Not just this, but you also continue to avail these benefits after your retirement. Few of the benefits are mentioned here:

AFCAT 2021 – Various Benefits

Insurance
  • Air Force Personnel – Rs. 75 lacs
  • Air Force Personnel (Pilots) – 85 lacs

Scholarships and Welfare

Grants from the AFWWA (Air Force Wives Welfare Association)

Medical

All Air Force Officers, their families and dependants get free access to medical rooms and hospitals equipped with the best facilities.

Loan facility
  • Computer Loan
  • Conveyance Loan
  • House Building Loan

Post-retirement Benefits
  • Pension
  • Insurance
  • Medical (Lifetime access)

Educational Opportunities
  • M.Tech for officers of Technical Branches in IIT & BHU-IT
  • Stuy leave of up to 24 months
  • Tie-ups with IGNOU

Placement cell

Helping retired officers get a civil job matching their profile

Other benefits
  • Accommodation
  • Leave- Annual leave for 60 days and casual leave of 20 days per year
  • Leave travel concessions
  • Institute and Messes membership
  • School facilities
  • Rail concessions
  • Secured camp life
  • CSD facilities
  • Recreational and sports facilities

Promotions in AFCAT

The promotions are applicable on the basis of the timescale for the first three ranks. For the other posts, the promotions are done on the basis of selection which depends upon the frequency with which the job positions get vacant. Promotion after this stage becomes a little abrupt because of the pyramidal promotional scene.

  • Once an individual has served the Flying officers for complete 3 years, they will be promoted to Flight lieutenants. They will have to qualify a department test to be eligible.

  • The Air Force is currently hiring Commissioned Officers as Flying Officers. So, Technical Officers who are actually engineers are provided seniority of 2 years for the purpose of pay and promotion as compared to Officers of the IAF.

  • If a candidate completes 6 years of service IAF, they will be granted the rank of Squadron Leader.

  • To climb up in the hierarchy, all Officers are mandatory to clear the promotion exam ‘C’ (Departmental).

Apart from the salary in AFCAT 2021, there are various growth opportunities as well. As an IAF officer, the sky’s the limit for the candidates. Starting a career as a Flying Officer a candidate can spruce up to the rank of Air Marshal. Check out the rank structure of the commissioned officers in IAF:

Rank Structure in AFCAT 2021

Level Posts
Junior level Flying Officer
Flight Lieutenant
Executive Level Squadron Leader
Wing Commander
Group Captain
Director Level Air Commodore
Air Vice-Marshal
Air Marshal
Chief Air Chief Marshal
 About AFCAT Recruitment

AFCAT is  Air Force Common Admission Test conducted by Indian Force in National level. AFCAT will be conducted twice in the year for the recruitment of Flying Branch, Technical Branch, and ground Duty Staff under Indian Air Force. After the written test (AFCAT) result candidates are shortlisted based on the fixed cutoff for the further interview or personality test. The personality test will be conducted for 6 days with two stages of intelligence test, Psychological test, Group tasks, and Personal Interview. For all the three branches in the Air Force, both men and women can apply. While for Women Short Service Commission will be offered, for men both Short Service Commission and Permanent service will be offered. An individual can have a maximum of 16 attempts (2 attempts per year) while a total of 8 attempts for AFCAT written and 8 attempts through fast track selection entry.

Contact Details:

For queries related to conduct of online examination, registration process and admit cards:

Telephone: 020-25503105 / 020-25503106
Tele Timing: Monday to Friday (9.30 am-1 pm) and (2 pm to 5.pm)
E.mail:[email protected]

For queries regarding eligibility, allotment of AFSB centres, date of AFSB interview, merit list and Joining Instructions:

  • Contact: 011-23010231
  • Extn 7610 or Toll-free number 1800-11-2448.

AFCAT Exam 2021 FAQs

  1. Question: How can I apply for the AFCAT exam 2021?

    Answer1: The application can be done through the online portal of Indian Airforce or AFCAT.

  2. Question: What is the nationality criterion to apply for AFCAT?

    Answer2: Only Indian citizens can apply for the AFCAT exam.

  3. Question: What is the total number of vacancies for the AFCAT 01/2021 recruitment?

    Answer3: A total of 235 vacancies are announced for the AFCAT 02/2020 recruitment.

  4. Question: What is the full form of AFCAT?

    Answer4: AFCAT: Air Force Common Admission Test.

  5. Answer: Candidates who are required to pay an application fee will have to pay a sum of INR 250/-

    Answer5: Candidates who are required to pay an application fee will have to pay a sum of INR 250/-

  6. Question: Can I pay the application fee in a DD form?

    Answer6: No, candidates need to pay the application fee through an online payment method using credit/debit cards. No other means of payment will be accepted.

  7. Question: What is the last date to apply for the AFCAT exam 2021?

    Answer7: 30 Dec 2020 is the last date to apply for the AFCAT exam 2020.

  8. Question: When will the AFCAT written test take place?

    Answer8: The AFCAT written test will take place on the 20-21 Feb 2021.

  9. Question: What is the selection process of AFCAT recruitment?

    Answer9: AFCAT Exam, Air Force Selection Board Exam (SSB), Physical and Medical Test will be the selection process of the AFCAT recruitment.

  10. Question: Is there negative marking in the marking scheme of the written test?

    Answer10: Yes, there will be a negative marking of -1 for every wrong answer.

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