Anangsha
Anangsha Patra
Deputy Manager – Editorial
New Delhi, Updated on Nov 9, 2025 18:30 IST

AFCAT 1 2026 will be conducted on Jan 31. The AFCAT 2026 apply online link will be activated on November 17. The last date to fill the application form is December 14. 

AFCAT 1 2026 notification released

AFCAT 1 2026 notification released

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the notification for AFCAT 2026 exam. The AFCAT 2026 apply online link will be activated on November 17. The last date to fill the application form is December 14. The online test will be conducted on January 31, 2026.

AFCAT application fees are INR 550 with GST charges. The application fees are common across various categories. The application correction window of AFCAT exam will be made available after the registratioin process is over.

Download here AFCAT 1 2026 notification PDF-file:///C:/Users/anangsha.patra/Downloads/Notification_AFCAT_01-2026.pdf

How to Apply AFCAT 1 2026 Exam?

The process to apply for AFCAT exam is given below.

  • Click on ‘Candidate Login’ on the home page of AFCAT for sign-in
  • Applicants need to select ‘Not yet Registered? Register Here’
  • Fill the application form
  • Pay the required fees
  • Upload the required documents
  • Take printout of the application form

AFCAT Eligibility 2026

The age limit and educational qualification is given below.

Age Limit

Branches Age Limit 

Flying Branch

Candidates should be between 20 and 24 years old. The upper age limit for candidates having a Commercial Pilot License is relaxed up to 26 years

Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branch

The age of candidates should be between 20 and 26 years

Educational Qualification

Candidates must be a Graduate in any discipline.

Follow Shiksha.com for latest education news in detail on Exam Results, Dates, Admit Cards, & Schedules, Colleges & Universities news related to Admissions & Courses, Board exams, Scholarships, Careers, Education Events, New education policies & Regulations.
To get in touch with Shiksha news team, please write to us at news@shiksha.com

About the Author
author-image
Anangsha Patra
Deputy Manager – Editorial
A mass communication and journalism post-graduate, Anangsha has worked as a reporter and sub-editor and enjoys working in the education domain.

Next Story