AFCAT

Yes, as a law student, you are eligible to apply for AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) if you meet the required eligibility criteria. AFCAT is conducted by the Indian Air Force to recruit candidates for various branches of the Air Force, including the Flying Branch, Technical Branch, and Ground Duty Branches.

The eligibility criteria for AFCAT may vary slightly from year to year, so it's important to refer to the official notification or website of the Indian Air Force for the most up-to-date information. However, as of my knowledge cutoff in September 2021, the general eligibility criteria for AFCAT are as follows:

1. Nationality: You must be a citizens of India.

2. Age: The age limit varies depending on the branch you are applying for. For the Flying Branch, the age limit is generally between 20 and 24 years, while for the Technical and Ground Duty Branches, it is usually between 20 and 26 years.

3. Educational Qualification: For the Flying Branch, you should have a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate and must have passed Mathematics and Physics at the 10+2 level. For the Technical Branch, you should have a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate in the Engineering discipline. For the Ground Duty Branch, the educational requirements vary depending on the specific positions.

4. Physical Fitness: You must meet the required physical and medical standards set by the Indian Air Force.

It's advisable to visit the official Indian Air Force website or refer to the latest AFCAT notification for the most accurate and detailed eligibility criteria and application procedures.

AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) is an entrance examination conducted by the Indian Air Force for the recruitment of offices in various branches of the Indian Air Force, including Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical).

The salary of AFCAT offices varies depending on the branch and rank they hold. Here is a general overview of the salary structure for AFCAT offices:

1. Flying Branch:

   • Flying Officer (Entry-level): The approximately starting salary is around ?INR 6,100 per month. This includes basic pay, grade pay, military service pay, dearness allowance, transport allowance, and other allowances.

2. Ground Duty Branches (Technical and Non-Technical):

   • Flying Officer (Entry-level): The approximately starting salary is around INR 56,100 per month. This includes basic pay, grade pay, military service pay, dearness allowance, transport allowance, and other allowances.

AFCAT mock test helps in improving speed and accuracy. It also helps candidates identify the level of preparation for the exam. Candidates will be able to find out their strengths and weaknesses. By solving mock test candidates can know what type of questions they can expect in the exam. Aspirants should take as many mock tests as possible to score well in the exam. However, candidates decided the number of mock test depending on the level of their preparation and understanding of the topics. Candidates should start taking AFCAT mock test after completing the syllabus. First go through each and every topics given in AFCAT syllabus and clear their concepts after that attempt mock tests.

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.

Candidates need to secure the minimum qualifying marks separately in the written exam and AFSB test. Candidates are placed in the order of merit on the basis of the total marks secured by them in the written examination and in the AFSB tests. 10 per cent of the vacancies are reserved for NCC Air Wing Senior Division C Certificate holders in Ground Duty (Technical and Nontechnical) Branches. Allotment of branch is based on number of vacancies, performance in the selection process, medical fitness and the choice given by the candidates. Candidates need to secure the section-wise and overall cut off marks inorder to qualify the online test of AFCAT.

Training of newly appointed officers is conducted at Air Force Academy Dundigal (Hyderabad). The duration of training for Flying and Ground Duty (Technical) Branches is 74 weeks and that of Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Branches is 52 weeks at Air Force Training Establishments. Candidates are advised to keep themselves in good physical condition to adapt to physical training at AFA that encompasses running, swimming, rope climbing and other forms of physical training in which they are required to undergo mandatory tests during the training. Candidates should keep themselves fit by following the below-mentioned routine: Running upto 4 kms in 5 minutes Skipping Push-ups & Sit-ups minimum 20 each Chin ups: 8 Rope Climbing: 3 to 4 meters Swimming (25 m).