What is the dress code for AFCAT exam?

AFCAT is one of the most sought-after defence exam in the country. The exam is conducted to select eligible candidates as gazetted officers in the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. As it is the important defence exam in the country, therefore, the examination authority prescribes dress for candidates appearing in the exam. The guidelines related to dress code are given below: Candidates need to wear slippers/sandals with flat heels Closed footwear such as shoes is not allowed in the exam centre Clothes with large buttons are not permitted. Candidates wearing attire for religious purpose will be thoroughly frisked Candidates colour photograph will be taken during verification process. Candidates are required to put the thumb impression on the admit card in advance (at home) before proceeding to the examination centre and to sign on the same in front of the invigilators Candidates will be allowed to leave the exam hall after completion of AFCAT/EKT For rough work, A4 size sheet will be kept at each candidate's desk. Additional sheets will be provided to candidates on demand. Candidates are required to write name and particulars on the rough sheets and drop the same in the drop box/handover to the staff before leaving the exam hall.

What are the details required to download AFCAT admit card?

AFCAT admit card can be downloaded by logging with email ID, password, and captcha code. The admit card is released online only. There is no facility to download the admit card offline. The hall ticket is released one week before the exam.

Where can I find the download link of AFCAT admit card?

Candidates can download their AFCAT admit cards by logging with the required credentials. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post. The admit card is released one week before the exam.

How to correct errors in AFCAT admit card?

After downloading AFCAT admit card, candidates must check the details carefully. In case of any error, they should report to the examination authority for correction. The hard copy of the admit card is not sent to candidates by post.

What is the full form of AFCAT?

AFCAT full form is Air Force Common Admission Test. The exam is conducted twice a year to pick up Class-1 Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. Career in Air Force is loaded with opportunities. Candidates starting their career as Flying Officer can reach to the position of Air Marshal/Chief of Air Staff based on their experience and performance.

I am taking the AFCAT for the first time. How should I prepare for it to crack it in my first attempt?

The preparation tips for the AFCAT exam are mentioned below: Know the exam syllabus and pattern. Solve the previous year question paper to know the exam difficulty level. Focus on the weak topics. Read more about these topics, solve related problems, and take online quizzes. AFCAT exam GA section will assess the knowledge of current affairs.

What are the important topics for Numerical Ability in AFCAT exam?

Topics for the AFCAT Numerical Ability section are Decimal Fraction, Time and Work, Average, Profit & Loss, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion and Simple Interest, Time and Distance. Candidates can prepare this section only through practice. They should also learn the shortcut tricks of solving questions.

I have forgotten the password while checking AFCAT result. What to do?

To retrieve the password while checking AFCAT result, candidates need to click the ' Forgot Password' tab. The system will ask candidates for some details to retrieve the password. After entering the details, the verification link will be sent to the candidate's registered email ID. After verification, the password will be reset. AFCAT result is valid till the merit list of that particular course is out. Once candidates get eliminated in any of the stages of recruitment. They need to take the test again and apply for a new course.

Does AFCAT has sectional cutoff?

Yes, there is sectional cut-off marks in the exam. Candidates need to secure the overall cut-off marks to get selected for AFSB Interview. Candidates securing equal to or more than the cut off marks are selected for the subsequent rounds of the selection process. Around 10,000 candidates are selected for the AFSB test based on their performance in the online test. The final selection is done based on the performance in the AFCAT and AFSB interview.

What is the stipend offered to AFCAT officers during training?

The stipend offered to men and women cadets during the entire duration of training at any of the Air Force Training Institutions is INR 56,100 per month (Starting pay in Level 10). On successful completion of the training, the AFCAT salary of candidates in the pay matrix of Commissioned Officers will be fixed in the first cell of Level 10.

What is the significance of scoring above the cutoff in AFCAT?

Candidates securing AFCAT cut off are called for the next round of selection process. The final selection of candidates is done based on the online test and AFSB interview. The total marks allotted to the online test are 300.

Where can I download AFCAT admit card?

To download AFCAT admit card Visit the official website of IAF, Go to the Candidate Login section on the home, Candidates need to click on the AFCAT cycle for which they have submitted their application forms, AFCAT login page opens, In the login page, candidates need to enter their email IDs, password and captcha code, AFCAT admit card appears on the screen, Download AFCAT admit card and take its printout.

What if there are discrepancies in AFCAT admit card?

Candidates are required to check all the details in AFCAT admit card carefully. In case of any error, candidates need to inform the examination authority for corrections. New admit card is issued after correction.

What are the items prohibited at the AFCAT exam centre?

Candidates are not allowed to carry certain items inside AFCAT exam centre. The following items are prohibited inside the exam centre premises: Blue tooth device, communication/ electronic/ digital/ wireless devices such as calculators, docupen, electronic watches with facilities of calculator, cellular phone, memory card/ stick, pager, organizer, personal digital assistant (PDA), concealed microphone or camera, earphones, radio, headset, walkman, recorder, translator, etc. Pencil-box, book, geometry box, paper, log tables, clip board, slide rule, etc. Personal items such as wristwatch/wristband, bracelets, handbags, ornaments, wallet, purse, head gear, scarf, goggles, jacket, eatables items, etc. Candidates are frisked by the exam centre officials before they are given entry to the exam centre. Candidates carrying these barred items need to deposit those at the entry. They can carry those while exiting the exam centre.

Which are the cities where AFCAT exam is conducted?

AFCAT exam cities are prescribed in the notification. Candidates are required to choose five test cities while filling the application form. The details regarding AFCAT exam centres are mentioned on the admit card.

What are the dos for AFCAT exam day?

Candidates need to follow the guidelines laid down by the examination authority on the day of AFCAT exam. The examination authority prescribes the exam day guidelines in terms of reporting time, shift-wise exam timings, items allowed inside the exam centre, items not allowed inside the exam centre, COVID-19 related guidelines, etc. There are dos that candidates need to follow on the day of AFCAT exam day, check below for more details: Candidates are required to report to the exam centre in batches from 07:30 am onwards (for first Shift) and 12:30 pm onwards (for second Shift) as per the time slot mentioned in the admit card Candidates are required to put only the thumb impression on the admit card in advance, before proceeding to the exam centre. Signatures on the admit card are to be endorsed in front of the invigilator Candidates should carry their admit cards along with one original photo-identity proof to the exam centre Candidates are advised to familiarize themselves with the location of the exam centre in advance and ensure that they report in time Candidates should take back-to-back printout of AFCAT admit card Candidates can carry ballpoint pen to the exam centre.

What are the don'ts for AFCAT exam day?

Candidates are not allowed to carry certain items inside the exam centre. Candidates must follow the instructions provided in the AFCAT admit card. Candidates not following the guidelines are debarred from appearing in the exam. Following are the don'ts for AFCAT exam day. Candidates are not allowed to carry Bluetooth device, communication/ electronic/ digital/ wireless devices such as calculators, docupen, electronic watches with facilities of calculator, cellular phone, memory card/ stick, pager, organizer, personal digital assistant (PDA), concealed microphone or camera, earphones, radio, headset, walkman, recorder, translator, etc. Pencil-box, book, geometry box, paper, log tables, clip board, slide rule, etc. Are also not allowed inside the exam centre Personal items such as wristwatch/wristband, bracelets, handbags, ornaments, wallet, purse, head gear, scarf, goggles, jacket, eatables items, etc. Are not allowed Clothes with large buttons are not permitted Closed footwear such as shoes is not allowed in the exam centre Candidates wearing attire for religious purpose will be thoroughly frisked.

AFCAT Admit Card 2026 (OUT): Check Steps to Download AFCAT 1 Hall Ticket Here

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Exam On - 31 Jan '26

Updated on Jan 22, 2026 14:48 IST

By Anangsha Patra, Deputy Manager – Editorial

AFCAT Admit Card 2026: The Indian Air Force (IAF) released AFCAT 1 admit card on January 22. The direct link to download the admit card is provided on this page. Candidates can get their admit cards by logging with the required credentials. AFCAT admit card comprises all the necessary details related to the exam. Candidates need to carry the printed copy of their admit cards along with one photo-identity proof to the exam centre. AFCAT 1 2026 exam is scheduled to be conducted on January 31, 2026. AFCAT shift timings are 9.45 am to 11.45 am and 2.15 pm to 4.15 pm. Read below for more details on AFCAT admit card.

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Dates	Upcoming Exam Dates
31 Jan ' 26	AFCAT 1 2026 exam

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22 Jan ' 26	AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026
23 Dec ' 25 - 24 Dec ' 25	AFCAT 1 Online Correction Window 2026
17 Nov ' 25 - 19 Nov ' 25	AFCAT 1 application form 2026
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