Air Force publishes eligibility for AFCAT to find the best individual for technical and non-technical branches. The AFCAT exam is held two times a year. AFCAT details 2024 have already been released on 18 November 2023.
AFCAT eligibility 2024 includes nationality, marital status, educational qualification, and age limit for different posts for both Males and Females. Air Force decides AFCAT eligibility criteria. Aspirants who want to apply for the AFCAT 2024 exam must meet the eligibility criteria.
AFCAT stands for Air Force Common Admission Test. This test is conducted by Indian Air Force every year in February and August, test is conducted to select officers for Flying and Ground Duties. Male or Female anyone can apply for AFCAT.
Candidates are recruited in the IAF (Indian Air Force) for the following branches-
Ground Duty Technical Branch
Flying Branch
Ground Duty Non-Technical Branch
An overview of AFCAT eligibility criteria is mentioned below:
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Exam |
AFCAT |
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AFCAT Medical Status |
Unmarried |
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AFCAT Nationality |
Indian |
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Conducting Organisation |
Indian Air Force |
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AFCAT Gender |
Male and Female |
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AFCAT Age limit |
Ground Duty – 20 to 26 YearsFlying Branch – 20 to 24 Years |
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AFCAT Physical Eligibility |
Height:Flying Branch – 162.5cmGround Duty (Tech- Non-tech)Male – 157.5 cmFemale – 152 cm |
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AFCAT Educational Qualification |
60% in Maths and Physics in 10+2Graduate |
Here are mentioned below the detailed information for selection in Air Force:
The applicant must be an Indian national.
Candidate must be unmarried and must be below the age of 25. Females who are divorcees and widows under the age of 25 are not eligible.
A candidate is not allowed to marry during the training period, if he/she does, he/she will be expelled from his services and will refund all the expenditure incurred on him by the government.
Candidates who are married and above the age of 25 are eligible to apply but they will not be allowed to live with their family during the training period.
AFCAT age limit for Flying Branch for both Males and Females is 20-24 years.
AFCAT age limit for Ground Duty for both Males and Females for Technical and non-technical is 20-26 years.
The Eligibility for AFCAT for Flying Branch in Air Force are mentioned below:
AFCAT Age Limit – Both Men and Women must be in between 20 to 24 years of age.
Gender – Both Men and Women.
AFCAT Educational Qualification – Minimum 50% marks in Maths and Physics at 10+2. Graduation with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized Board or University. Must have passed in Aeronautical Society of India or sections A & B of Associate Membership of Institute Engineers with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized University.
AFCAT Marital Status – Unmarried and below 24 years of age.
The eligibility criteria for Ground Duty Technical Branch are mentioned below:
AFCAT Age Limit – Must be between 20 to 26 years of age.
Marital Status – The candidate must be below the age of 25 and Unmarried.
Gender – Both Men and Women can apply.
AFCAT Educational Qualification – Candidate must have 50% marks in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2. Completed four-year graduation in Engineering/Technology from a recognized university Or cleared Section A and B examinations for Associate membership of an institution of Engineers (India) or cleared any Aeronautics or Science engineering mentioned on Air Force India official website.
AFCAT Age Limit – Age must be 20-26 years of age.
Marital Status – Candidates must be 25 years of age and unmarried.
Gender – Both men and women can apply.
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AFCAT Educational qualification |
Minimum Education Ground Duty (Non-tech) |
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Administration Branch |
Graduation with 60% marks from a recognized board ORYou have to clear the Aeronautical Society of India or A&B; examination of Associate Membership of Institutions of Engineers with at least 60% marks. |
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Logistic Branch |
Graduation with 60% marks from a recognized board ORYou have to clear the Aeronautical Society of India or A&B; examination of Associate Membership of Institutions of Engineers with at least 60% marks. |
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Accounts Branch |
B.Com degree with minimum 60% marks from a recognized university/Board. |
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Education Branch |
Must have passed 10+2 and Post Graduation with 50% in any discipline |
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Meteorology Branch |
Post Graduation Degree in Statistics/Mathematics/Applied Physics/Environmental Science/Computer Application/Agricultural Meteorology/Geo-Physics/Ecology & Environment/Oceanography/Environmental Biology. Candidates must have secured 50% marks in Post Graduation. |
Conclusion
In conclusion, the AFCAT exam is a reputable examination for those who want to join the Indian Air Force. To apply for the exam, you need to meet all the eligibility criteria like nationality, age, minimum qualification, and more. You need to carefully look into the eligibility criteria to increase the chances to pass the examination.
FAQs
Q1. Which Degree is Best for AFCAT?
Ans. The best required degree for AFCAT is BE/ B Tech degree (four years course) with minimum 60% marks.
Q2. What is the Height for AFCAT?
Ans. The minimum height in AFCAT for duty branches is 157.5 cm
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