✅ Overview: IAF AFCAT 2 Recruitment 2025 Notification
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the official notification for 284 vacancies for the post of Commissioned Officers through AFCAT 2/2025. The application process begins on 02 June 2025 and ends on 01 July 2025. Eligible candidates can apply online through the official AFCAT website.
📌 Total Vacancies: 284 Posts
🔹 Branch-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
- Flying Branch – 03 Posts
- Ground Duty (Technical) – 156 Posts
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical) – 125 Posts
📅 Important Dates
- Start Date to Apply Online: 02 June 2025
- Last Date to Apply: 01 July 2025
- Admit Card Release: To be announced
- Exam Date (AFCAT 2): To be announced
🧾 Application Fee
- AFCAT Entry: Rs. 550 + GST (Non-refundable)
- NCC Special Entry: No fee required
- Mode of Payment: Online via UPI, Debit/Credit Card, or Net Banking
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
📘 Educational Qualification (Post-wise)
- Flying Branch: Graduation (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2) and a minimum of 60% marks in B.E/B.Tech or equivalent.
- Ground Duty (Technical): B.E/B.Tech in specified disciplines with at least 60% marks.
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical): Graduate Degree in any discipline with minimum 60% marks or equivalent.
- NCC Special Entry: NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ certificate and other specified qualifications.
🎂 Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)
- Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years (Born between 02 July 2002 to 01 July 2006)
- Ground Duty (Tech/Non-Tech): 20 to 26 years (Born between 02 July 2000 to 01 July 2006)
Age relaxation is applicable for candidates holding valid and applicable licenses/certificates.
💼 Job Responsibilities
- Flying Branch: Operate aircrafts, manage combat missions, and lead operations.
- Ground Duty (Technical): Maintain and manage aircraft systems, weapons, and electronic warfare systems.
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical): Admin, Logistics, Accounts, Meteorology, and Education services.
💰 Salary & Perks
- Pay Scale for Commissioned Officers: Rs. 56,100 – Rs. 1,77,500 (Level 10)
- MSP: Rs. 15,500
- Additional benefits include HRA, Transport Allowance, Uniform Allowance, Leave Travel Concession, and medical facilities.
📈 Career Growth
- Initial rank is Flying Officer, followed by regular promotions based on performance and service duration.
- Access to higher defense training, foreign assignments, and staff colleges.
- Fast-track promotions available for top performers.
🔍 Selection Process
- Written Examination (AFCAT)
- AFSB Interview (Air Force Selection Board)
- Medical Examination
For NCC Special Entry, candidates are directly called for AFSB based on merit.
🖥️ How to Apply Online
- Visit afcat.cdac.in
- Click on “AFCAT 2/2025 Recruitment”
- Register with basic details and generate login credentials
- Fill the application form and upload required documents
- Pay the applicable fee and submit the form
- Download and print the confirmation for future use
📎 Official Links
❓ FAQs on IAF AFCAT 2 Recruitment 2025
Q1: What is the last date to apply for AFCAT 2/2025?
A1: The last date to apply is 01 July 2025.
Q2: What is the age limit for the Flying Branch?
A2: 20 to 24 years as on 01 July 2026.
Q3: Is there any fee for NCC Special Entry?
A3: No, there is no application fee for NCC Special Entry.
Q4: What is the selection process for AFCAT 2?
A4: Written exam, AFSB interview, and medical exam.
Q5: Can final year students apply?
A5: Yes, provided they meet all eligibility requirements by the course commencement date.
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