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AFCAT Exam Date 2023: Indian Air Force (IAF) announced AFCAT 2 2023 result on September 27, 2023. The result was announced on the official website of AFCAT. Candidates qualifying the online test of AFCAT are called for AFSB interview. Qualified candidates can select the exam dates for AFSB interview and download the call letters. AFCAT 2 2023 exam was conducted on August 25, 26 and 27, 2023.
AFCAT 2 application form 2023 was available from June 1 to 30, 2023. The application correction window was available from July 14 to 17, 2023.
AFCAT 1 application form 2023 was released on December 30 along with the detailed notification. Candidates could apply for AFCAT 1 2023 exam till December 30. The online correction window of AFCAT 1 application form 2023 was available from January 10 to 13, 2023.
AFCAT dates highlight the important events pertaining to the exam, such as the release of the application form, issue of admit card, declaration of result. Candidates should keep an eye on the dates so that they do not miss any events. Check below the important events of AFCAT.
Also Read: AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2023
AFCAT 2023 Dates
Take a look at the table below for the complete schedule of AFCAT 2023 exam
Dates | Past Exam Dates |
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27 Sep '23 | AFCAT 2 Result 2023 |
25 Aug '23 - 27 Aug '23 | AFCAT 2 exam date 2023 |
10 Aug '23 | AFCAT 2 admit card 2023 |
AFCAT Important Events
The important events related to AFCAT 2023 exam are explained below:
Release of AFCAT Notification 2023
The short AFCAT 2 notification 2023 was released on May 22, 2023. The detailed notification was released on June 1, 2023. The notification contains details such as exam dates, the application process, AFCAT vacancies, selection process, exam pattern, syllabus, etc.
Also Read: AFCAT 2 notification 2023
Q: When AFCAT 2 notification 2023 was released?
The detailed AFCAT 2 notification 2023 was released on June 1. The short notification was made available on May 22, 2023. AFCAT 2 notification 2023 was released for courses commencing in July 2024. The notification is released in PDF form on the official website of IAF. The notification comprises all the important details related to the exam. Being one of the most sought-after exams, large number of students appear for it to enter the reputed Air Force Academy. To ace the exam, candidates need to follow the proper preparation strategy. Candidates are clearing the exam are selected as Gazetted officers in the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches.
Q: When AFCAT 2 application form 2023 was released?
AFCAT 2 application form 2023 was made available on June 1, 2023. Interested candidates could fill the application form online till June 30, 2023. Candidates who have applied for AFCAT 1 2023 exam could also apply for AFCAT 2 2023 exam. The application process comprises several steps such as registration, changing the password, filling the detailed application form, paying the application fees, etc. Candidates should fill the details in the application form carefully to avoid any rejection in the application process. The steps to fill AFCAT 2 application form are given below:
- Visit the official website of IAF
- Go to the ‘Candidate Login’ on the home page of AFCAT
- New users need to register for the exam by entering the required details
- Two separate OTPs will be sent to the registered email ID and mobile numbers of candidates
- After verifying the OTPs candidates can proceed towards filling the application form
- Before filling the application form, candidates should read the notification carefully
- In the application form, candidates need to enter personal details, course preference, communication details, select the exam centres, upload the documents, sign the declaration and submit the application form
- After successfully filling the application form, candidates can pay the application fees
- Take the printout of the application form and receipt of the transaction receipt
Q: When AFCAT 2 2023 exam was conducted?
AFCAT 2 2023 exam was conducted on August 25, 26 and 27, 2023. The exam dates were announced by the examination authority along with the notification. AFCAT exam comprised questions from General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English Numerical Ability, Military Reasoning, and Aptitude test. The maximum marks allotted to the AFCAT exam were 300. The duration of the test was two hours. The test paper carried a total of 100 questions. For incorrect answers, one mark is deducted whereas candidates get three marks for correct answers. Candidates qualifying the online test are called for AFSB interview. The structure of AFCAT exam pattern is given below.
Subject | Exam Duration | No of Questions | Maximum Marks |
General Awareness | 02 hours | 100 | 300 |
Verbal Ability in English | |||
Numerical Ability | |||
Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test |
AFCAT Shift Timings
Candidates can check the AFCAT exam timings below.
Activity | Shift 1 | Shift 2 |
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Reporting time | 7.30 am | 12.30 pm |
Verification of admit card & ID Proof, Biometrics, Photo/ Thumb Impression/ Sign on Attendance Sheet & candidate seating in exam hall | 7.30 am to 9.30 am | 12.30 am to 2 pm |
Reading of instructions by candidates | 9.30 am to 9.45 am |
2 pm to 2.15 pm |
AFCAT exam | 9.45 am to 11.45 am | 2.15 pm to 4.15 pm |
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AFCAT Exam Dates 2023 FAQs
Candidates below the FAQs related to AFCAT dates.
Q: When AFCAT admit card is released?
Q: When will AFCAT application form be available for correction?
Q: What are the best ways to prepare for the AFCAT?
Q: What is the difference between NDA and AFCAT?
Q: What are the career opportunities after the AFCAT?
Q: What is considered a good score in AFCAT exam?
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