AFCAT Previous Year Question Papers with Answers: Check Sample Paper PDF

Air Force Common Admission Test 2025 ( AFCAT )

Anangsha Patra
Updated on Sep 16, 2025 15:10 IST

By Anangsha Patra, Deputy Manager – Editorial

AFCAT Question Papers 2026: Are you preparing for the AFCAT exam? If yes, you are at the right place. On this page, we have provided the previous years' AFCAT question papers. Aspirants need to practice the AFCAT question papers, as it will help them to understand the types of questions asked in the exam, as well as the difficulty level of questions. AFCAT question paper carries questions from General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Military Reasoning, and Aptitude test. Besides, solving the question papers of AFCAT exam improves speed and accuracy. Candidates must also attempt the AFCAT mock test to get an idea of the actual test. Questions in the exam are framed based on the topics given in the AFCAT syllabus. Read below for more details on the AFCAT question papers.

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  • AFCAT Question Papers
  • AFCAT Model Questions Papers
  • EKT Model Question Papers Subject-Wise
  • AFCAT Exam Pattern
  • AFCAT Syllabus
  • AFCAT Question Papers FAQs
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AFCAT Question Papers

The most important part of preparation is practising the AFCAT previous years’ question papers and sample papers. Candidates appearing for the exam should solve the maximum number of question papers and sample papers. Solving AFCAT question papers and sample papers will give candidates an understanding of the overall structure and pattern of the exam. By solving the question papers, candidates can find out their weaknesses and strengths. It also builds accuracy and speed in solving questions in the exam. 

AFCAT Previous Years' Question Papers

Candidates must attempt AFCAT previous year question paper within the specified time frame so that candidates get acquainted with the time limit of the actual exam. Candidates must first get fully equipped with the exam pattern and syllabus before solving AFCAT previous year question papers. Candidates must first get in touch with all the parameters of AFCAT exam and then effectively formulate a preparation strategy along with the aim of solving the AFCAT previous year question paper.

How to Download AFCAT Question Papers?

IAF has released AFCAT question/sample papers on the official website. All the question papers are provided on this page for free of cost. The steps to download the question/sample papers from here are given below.

  • Visit our website
  • Click the ‘Register’ link on the home page
  • Enter the full name, email address, and password
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  • After registering, you will be able to download the sample papers

Importance of Solving AFCAT Question Paper

After completing the syllabus, candidates must solve AFCAT previous year papers to know the type of questions asked in the exam. By solving the AFCAT question papers, candidates can identify their strong and weak areas. Below we have provided the importance of AFCAT previous year papers:

  • To use the sample papers efficiently, applicants must solve the question paper as per the prescribed exam pattern
  • Candidates must try to solve AFCAT sample papers within the allotted exam time. This will help aspirants to enhance their time management skills
  • Aspirants can also calculate their probable scores by solving AFCAT sample papers based on the marking scheme
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Commonly asked questions
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Download previous year AFCAT question papers and sample papers. Use them for practice and improve your speed and accuracy. You can download AFCAT previous year question papers and the preparation guides for free.

AFCAT Model Questions Papers

AFCAT Model Question Paper I

AFCAT Model Question Paper I

AFCAT Model Question Paper II

AFCAT Model Question Paper II

AFCAT Model Question Paper III

AFCAT Model Question Paper III

AFCAT Model Question Paper IV

AFCAT Model Question Paper IV

EKT Model Question Papers Subject-Wise

EKT Model Question Paper for Computer Science 1

AFCAT EKT Question Paper for Computer Science 1

EKT Model Question Paper for Computer Science 2

AFCAT EKT Question Paper for Compuer Science II

EKT Model Question Paper for Electrical & Electronics I

AFCAT EKT Question Paper for Electrical & Electronics I

EKT Model Question Paper for Electrical & Electronics II

AFCAT EKT Question Paper for Electrical & Electronics II

EKT Model Question Paper for Mechanical I

AFCAT EKT Question Paper for Mechanical I

EKT Model Question Paper for Mechanical II

AFCAT EKT Question Paper for Mechanical II
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AFCAT Exam Pattern

The online test of AFCAT is divided into four sections: General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability and Reasoning, and Military Aptitude Test. The duration of the test is two hours. The question paper of AFCAT comprises a total of 100 questions. The maximum marks allotted to the test are 300.

The EKT exam, conducted for Ground Duty (Technical) branch, is held for 45 minutes. Questions are asked from Mechanical, Computer Science, and Electrical & Electronics. The test carries a total of 50 questions. The maximum marks allotted to the exam are 150. 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

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AFCAT Syllabus

AFCAT technical and non-technical syllabus is given below.

AFCAT Technical Syllabus

Candidates who apply for the Ground Duty (Technical) branch are required to appear for Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT). AFCAT Technical syllabus is given below.

Engineering Mathematics

Matrix Algebra, Eigenvalues and Eigenvectors, Theorems of integral calculus, Partial derivatives, Maxima and minima, Multiple integrals, Stokes, Gauss, and Green's theorems. The first-order differential equation (linear and nonlinear), Cauchy's and Euler's equations, Complex variables, Taylor's and Laurent's series, Sampling theorems, Mean, Median, Mode, and Standard deviation, Random variables, Discrete and Continuous Distributions, Fourier transform, Laplace transform, Z-transform.

AFCAT Syllabus for Engineering Physics

Description of Motion in One, Two, and Three Dimensions, Units for measurement, Work, Energy and Power, Rotational Motion, Gravitation, Electrostatics, Electric Current, Heat and Thermodynamics, Magnetic Effect of Currents, Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Currents and Electromagnetic Waves, Magnetism, Ray Optics, and Optical Instruments, Laws of Motion, etc.

Engineering Drawing

Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting, Projection of straight line, planes and solids, Isometric Projection, Sectional Views of solids, Full section, Intersection of surfaces.

AFCAT Non-Technical Syllabus

Subjects AFCAT Non-Technical Syllabus 

General Awareness

History,

National & International Organisations,

Geography, Art & Culture,

Personalities,

Sports,

Environment & Ecology,

Economy,

Indian Polity,

Basic Science Based Knowledge,

Science & Technology,

Current Affairs (National & International),

Defence.

English

Comprehension,

Error Detection in Sentence,

Sentence Completion/ Fill in the correct word,

Cloze Test / Fill in the blanks in a paragraph,

Synonym/ Antonym,

Idioms and Phrases,

Sentence Rearranging,

Analogy,

Substitution in a Sentence/ One Word Substitution.

Numerical Ability

Time and Work,

Decimal Fraction,

Profit & Loss,

Ratio & Proportion,

Average/Percentage,

Simple and Compound Interest,

Time & Distance and Races (Trains/ Boats & Streams),

Probability,

Area and Perimeter,

Mixture & Allegation Rules,

Number System & Number Series,

Clocks.

Reasoning and military aptitude test

Odd One Out,

Analogy,

Venn Diagram,

Pattern Completion,

Dot Situation Analysis,

Blood Relation,

Missing Figures,

Figure Classification,

Coding and Decoding,

Spotting the Embedded Figures.

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Commonly asked questions
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AFCAT Question Papers FAQs

Candidates can check below AFCAT question papers FAQs.

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Answered a month ago

AFCAT 2 2025 result was announced on September 16, 2025. The result was announced on the official website. However, we have provided the direct link to check the result on this page. Candidates qualifying the online test are called for AFSB interview.

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Sumridhi Singh

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Answered a month ago

AFCAT question paper is framed in English. The test paper carries questions from General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability and Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test. Total marks allotted to the test are 300.

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Indrani Thakur

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

Aspirants should practice the AFCAT previous year question paper for five to seven years. Practising the previous years' question papers helps candidates to know the difficulty level of the exam. This also helps candidates to solve the question paper in the exam with accuracy. 

 

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Abhishek Kumar

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

There is a medical test in the AFCAT selection process. The medical test is conducted at the time of AFSB Interview. It is one of the most important factors in the selection process of AFCAT. Candidates not clearing the medical test are rejected from further processes.

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Mani Shukla

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

AFCAT selection process is the same for men and women candidates. However, the eligibility in terms of height and weight is slightly different from the male counterparts. Candidates applying for the AFCAT exam are required to appear for the online test and AFSB interview.

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Ishita Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

AFCAT official answer key is released by the examination authority. However, the unofficial answer keys are released by the coaching institutes. Candidates can use the unofficial answer keys till the time the official answer keys are not released.

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Bhumika Lama

Contributor-Level 7

Answered a month ago

The memory-based AFCAT answer keys are provided by the coaching institutes based on the feedback provided by the students. They are not 100 percent accurate, therefore, candidates should not completely rely on the same. 

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Anangsha Patra

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

AFCAT 1 notification 2026 will be released in December 2025. AFCAT 2 notification will be released in May 2026. The notification will be released in PDF form and comprises the important details related to the exam. Candidates must check the notification before applying for the exam.

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Raushan Pradhan

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