AFCAT 2025 Exam Dates Announced: Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially declared the AFCAT 2025 exam dates for the first cycle! The highly anticipated Air Force Common Admission Test will be held on February 22–23, , 2025 with 336 vacancies for Flying, Technical, and Non-Technical branches . Aspiring officers can now gear up for this career-defining opportunity to join one of the world’s most prestigious air forces.
Key Highlights🔥
1. Exam Dates: February 22 & 23, 2025 (online CBT mode) .
2. Admit Card Released: February 7, 2025 (download via [afcat.cdac.in](https://afcat.cdac.in)) .
3. Vacancies: 336 openings for Flying Branch (Short Service Commission) and Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical) branches .
4. Salary: Up to ₹1.77 lakh/month (Level 10 Pay Matrix) + Military Service Pay (₹15,000/month) .
5. Eligibility:
– Flying Branch: 20–24 years + 60% in graduation + 50% in Physics/Maths at 10+2 .
– Ground Duty: 20–26 years + 60% in relevant degree (Engineering for Technical, Graduation for Non-Technical)
How to Download AFCAT 2025 Admit Card📄
1. Visit [afcat.cdac.in](https://afcat.cdac.in).
2. Click the “AFCAT 2025 Admit Card” link.
3. Enter 13-digit Seat Number and Mother’s Name .
4. Verify exam centre, timing, and ID requirements.
5. Print the admit card and carry it with a valid photo ID.
⚠️ Note: Report 2 hours early (8 AM for Shift 1; 1 PM for Shift 2). Latecomers will be barred .
AFCAT Exam Pattern & Syllabus📚
The 2-hour online test includes 100 MCQs (300 marks) across four sections:
1. General Awareness (History, Defence, Current Affairs) .
2. Verbal Ability (Comprehension, Synonyms, Error Detection) .
3. Numerical Ability (Time & Work, Profit/Loss, Probability) .
4. Reasoning & Military Aptitude (Verbal/Non-Verbal Logic) .
Marking Scheme:
– +3 for correct answers.
– -1 for incorrect attempts .
Pro Tip: Focus on Matriculation-level Maths and Graduation-level English/GA .
AFCAT Selection Process 🎯
1. Written Exam: Clear AFCAT (and EKT for Technical roles).
2. AFSB Interview: Includes psychological tests, group tasks, and personal interviews .
3. Medical Exam: Strict physical fitness standards (e.g., 1.6 km run in 10 mins, 10 push-ups) .
AFCAT Salary & Benefits 💰✈️
– Training Stipend:₹56,100/month during training .
– Post-Training Salary:
– Flying Officer: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500/month (Level 10 Pay Matrix) .
– Allowances: Flying (₹17,300/month), Transport, Field Area, and more .
AFCAT Key Dates & Deadlines📅
Event | Date
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| Admit Card Release | February 7, 2025 |
| Exam Date | February 22–23, 2025 |
| Result Declaration | March 2025 (Tentative) |
| AFSB Interviews | April–May 2025 |
| Training Start | January 2026 |
AFCAT Important Links | |
| AFCAT Official Website | Click Here |
| Download AFCAT 2025 Admit Card | Click Here |
Next Steps for Qualified Candidates🚀
– Result Declaration: Expected by March 2025 .
– AFSB Dates: Shortlisted candidates will choose interview slots online .
– Training: Begins in January 2026 at Air Force Academy, Dundigal .
AFCAT FAQs Answered❓
Q: Is EKT mandatory?
A: Yes, for Technical Branch aspirants (50 questions in 45 mins) .
A: Yes, for Technical Branch aspirants (50 questions in 45 mins) .
Q: Can married candidates apply?
A: No – applicants must be unmarried during training .
Q: What’s the AFCAT salary?
A: Flying Branch: ₹85,372/month; Ground Duty: ₹71,872–74,872/month .
Q: Is there negative marking?
A: Yes!-1 for wrong answers; avoid guesswork .
Q: Can women apply for AFCAT?
A: Yes, but only for **Short Service Commission .
Q: What’s the physical fitness criteria?
A: 1.6 km run in 10 mins, 10 push-ups, 3 chin-ups .
Q: How to prepare for AFCAT?
A: Focus on NCERT Maths, daily current affairs, and mock tests .
Q: Is EKT mandatory?
A: Yes, for Technical Branch aspirants .
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