Indian Air Force has released the official Answer Key for the Air Force Common Admission Test AFCAT 02/2026 recruitment on its website. The examination was held on 08 August 2026 while the application window closed on 21 June 2026. A total of 142 posts are available across Flying, Ground Duty Technical and Non-Technical branches for both male and female candidates. Key highlights include the answer key becoming available on 11 August 2026 allowing candidates to verify their responses using enrollment number registration number or date of birth. Eligibility requires a minimum bachelor degree with specific subject requirements for each branch along with age limits between 20 to 26 years depending on the entry type. The selection process consists of a written exam followed by Air Force Selection Board AFSB testing document verification and medical examination. Candidates must pay an application fee of Rs 550 plus 18 percent GST. Physical standards such as height requirements apply for certain branches. The direct link to download the answer key is provided below along with other important resources. This recruitment offers opportunities in various entries including NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry for technical roles.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Online Apply Start Date |
20 May 2026 |
| Online Apply Last Date |
21 June 2026 (Extended) |
| Last Date Pay Exam Fee |
21 June 2026 |
| Exam Date |
08 August 2026 |
| Exam City Details |
29 July 2026 |
| Admit Card |
05 August 2026 |
| Answer Key |
11 August 2026 Available Now |
| Result Declare Date |
Will Be Updated Here Soon |
Application Fee
| Category |
Fee |
| All Category Candidates |
Rs. 550/- (+18% GST) |
Age Limit
| Branch |
Age Limit As On 01 July 2027 |
| Flying Branch |
Minimum 20 Years Maximum 24 Years |
| Ground Duty Technical / Non Technical |
Minimum 20 Years Maximum 26 Years |
Vacancy Details
| Entry Type |
Post Code |
Male |
Female |
Total |
| AFCAT Flying |
Flying |
30 |
05 |
35 |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical |
Admin |
50 |
12 |
62 |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical |
LGS |
04 |
02 |
06 |
| AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical |
Accounts |
05 |
02 |
07 |
| GD Non Technical Education |
Education |
01 |
02 |
03 |
| GD Non Technical WS Branch |
WS Branch |
21 |
05 |
26 |
| Meteorology Entry |
Meteorology |
01 |
02 |
03 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Entry Type |
Branch |
Eligibility |
| AFCAT Entry |
Flying |
Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Level / B.E / B.Tech Course |
| Ground Duty Technical |
Aeronautical Engineering Electronics / Mechanical |
10+2 with 60% in Physics and Math and 4 Year Engineering Degree |
| Ground Duty Non Technical |
Administration and Logistics |
Bachelor Degree in Any Stream with Minimum 60% Marks Height Male 157.5 CMS Female 152 CM |
| Accounts |
Accounts |
B.Com with Minimum 60% Marks |
| NCC Special Entry |
Flying |
NCC Air Wing Senior Division C certificate and other details as per Flying Branch |
| Meteorology Entry |
Meteorology |
For Eligibility Details Read the Notification |
| GATE Score Entry |
GD Technical |
Degree in relevant field and qualified GATE examination |
Selection Process
| Stage |
Description |
| Written Exam |
AFCAT written examination |
| Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) |
Interview and testing |
| Document Verification |
Verification of documents |
| Medical Examination |
Medical fitness test |
How to Download/Check
| Step |
Action |
| 1 |
Visit the official website of AFCAT 02/2026 |
| 2 |
Click on the AFCAT Answer Key 2026 link |
| 3 |
Open the Answer Key PDF |
| 4 |
Verify all details mentioned |
| 5 |
Download the Answer Key PDF and save for future reference |
| 6 |
Take a printout of the answer key |
Important Links
FAQ Section
Q: When will the AFCAT 02/2026 Batch Exam 2026 be conducted?
A: The AFCAT 02/2026 Batch Examination 2026 will be held from 08 August 2026.
Q: How can I check the AFCAT 02/2026 Batch Exam Date 2026?
A: Candidates can visit the official website and download the AFCAT 02/2026 Batch Exam Date Notice from the latest notifications section.
Q: When will the AFCAT 02/2026 Batch Answer Key 2026 be released?
A: The answer key has released online after the examination. Candidates should regularly check the official AFCAT website for the latest updates.
Q: What details are mentioned in the AFCAT 02/2026 Batch Exam Date Notice?
A: The exam date notice generally includes the exam dates, shift timings, reporting time, exam city information, and important instructions for candidates.
Q: What is the official website for AFCAT?
A: The official website for AFCAT is https://afcat.edcil.co.in/
