IAF AFCAT 1 Application Form 2026 Last Date to Apply LIVE Updates
AFCAT 2026 last date to apply online is today. Candidates must note that no further extension will be given to them. Therefore, they must fill out AFCAT 1 application form 2026 online at official website. Check IAF AFACT application form 2026 last date to apply live updates here
AFCAT 1 Apply Online 2026: Indian Air Force will end AFCAT application process today, December 19, 2025. Candidates can fill AFCAT 01/2026 application form at official website afcat.edcil.co.in. They can submit AFCAT application form 2026 till 11:30 PM. Earlier, last date to complete application form was December 14, which has been extended till today.
However, no further extension will be given to them after AFCAT registration deadline. The official website states,"ATTENTION AFCAT ASPIRANTS! AFCAT 01/2026 Registration window will now be open upto 19 Dec 25 (2330 Hr).”IAF aims to fill 340 vacancies across various branches Flying, Ground Duty Technical and Ground Duty Non Technical through AFCAT 1 recruitment.
IAF AFCAT 1 Application Form 2026 Link
Candidates can check AFCAT application link below
| IAF AFCAT 2026 Application |
How to fill AFCAT 1 Application Form 2026?
IAF AFCAT application form can be filled online at official website. They can check these steps to know how to fill apply online for AFCAT
- Go to official website afcat.edcil.co.in
- On homepage, click on - Registration window will now be open upto 19 Dec 25 (2330 Hr) [Click here]
- Complete registration by entering name, mobile number and email address
- Now, log in with email and password
- Fill AFCAT 1 application form
- Pay registration fee and submit it
AFCAT 1 Application Fees 2026
IAF AFCAT application fee is INR 550 for all candidates applying for entry (Flying and Ground Duty), can be paid online, but it has been waived for NCC Special Entry candidates. However, there is no fee concessions for reserved categories like SC/ST/OBC. Also, fees paid are non-refundable.
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Get IAF AFCAT 2026 Last Date to Apply LIVE Updates
- 11:57 AM IST• 19 Dec 2025
What is the AFCAT 1 2026 application fee?
The application fee for AFCAT entry is INR 550. NCC Special Entry candidates are exempted from paying the fee.
- 11:40 AM IST• 19 Dec 2025
What is the age limit to apply for AFCAT 1 2026?
IAF AFCAT 2026 age limit has been given below:
- Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years
- Ground Duty Branches: 20 to 26 years
Age limits are calculated as per dates mentioned in the official notification.
- 11:26 AM IST• 19 Dec 2025
IAF AFCAT 2026 Last Date to Apply LIVE Updates: AFCAT Login Window
- 11:11 AM IST• 19 Dec 2025
Is AFCAT 1 2026 application mode online or offline?
AFCAT 1 2026 application process is completely online. Offline applications are not accepted.
- 11:00 AM IST• 19 Dec 2025
Where can I apply for AFCAT 1 2026?
Candidates can apply for AFCAT 1 online through the official AFCAT website of the Indian Air Force: afcat.edcil.co.in.
- 10:54 AM IST• 19 Dec 2025
IAF AFCAT 2026 Last Date to Apply LIVE Updates: When is deadline to fill application?
Candidates can fill AFCAT 1 application form 2026 till today, Dec 19 by 11.30 PM.
While appearing for AFSB, candidates need to carry the following documents: AFCAT Admit Card Original Matriculation/ Secondary School Certificate and Mark sheets issued by CBSE/ ICSE/ State Board No Other Certificate will be accepted for verification of Date of Birth Original Marks Sheet & Certificate of 10+2 (issued by the relevant Board) Original/ Provisional Graduation Degree/ Post Graduation Degree Certificates and Marksheet of each year/ semester issued by University. Provisional Certificate issued by college principal is not acceptable. However, Provisional Degree Certificate issued by the University is acceptable In case of final year/ semester students, a Certificate from the College Principal with proper stamp is required Two attested photocopies of certificates Original NCC Certificate (if applicable) NOC from employers for candidates working in Central/ State government. Or Public Sector Undertakings Original valid Commercial Pilots' License, issued by DGCA, if applicable Inbound Railway Ticket/ Bus Tickets. (For refund of Travelling Allowance) 20 copies of passport-size photographs.
Applicants need to select the AFCAT test city while filling out the application form. In the AFCAT application form, there will be a field where candidates need to select the test city. They can select five test cities while applying for the exam. The AFCAT exam will be conducted in more than 100 cities. The process for selecting AFCAT test cities is given below: Go to the official website of the IAF. Complete the registration. Fill the form and select the desired test city close to your home city. Pay the application fee.
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The AFCAT application form was released on November 17. Before applying, check the eligibility criteria. The steps to fill out the AFCAT application form are mentioned below.