The Indian Air Force has announced the AFCAT 2025 notification, offering commissions in the Flying Officer, Technical, and Ground Duty branches. Applications open on November 10, 2025. Candidates can apply
at afcat.cdac.in.
To apply for the Indian Air Force AFCAT 2025, candidates must be between 20 and 24 years old. The flying branch has no higher age limit. Candidates need a graduation degree in any non-technical field with at least 50% marks. For technical fields, a B.Tech or BE degree with 60% marks is required. The application fee is Rs 550 for all categories with no concessions.
The selection process consists of four stages. Initially, candidates must pass an online written exam. Next, selected individuals are invited for a five-day SSB interview. This is followed by document verification and a medical examination. The medical exams are conducted only at the Institute of Aviation Medicine in Bengaluru and the Air Force Central Medical Establishment in New Delhi.
The written exam carries 300 marks with 100 questions to be answered in 2 hours. The subjects include General Awareness, English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude Test. Each question is worth 3 marks, and 1 mark is deducted for incorrect answers. Thorough preparation is crucial to avoid negative marking.
The basic pay for a Flying Officer ranges from ₹56,100 to ₹1,77,500 per month. Upon promotion to Squadron Leader, the salary ranges from ₹69,400 to ₹2,07,200. A Wing Commander earns ₹1,21,200 to ₹2,12,400, while a Group Captain earns ₹1,30,600 to ₹2,15,900. Air Marshals receive up to ₹2,25,000. The CAS (Chief of Air Staff) receives a monthly salary of ₹2,50,000. Additional benefits include DA, HRA, flying allowance, kit maintenance, house, vehicle, medical care, and a pension.
To apply, visit afcat.cdac.in, click on the AFCAT 2025 link, and fill in details such as name, date of birth, and qualifications. Upload your scanned photo, signature, and marksheet. Pay the ₹550 fee online, and print a copy of the completed form for your records.
Mark November 10th on your calendar. Begin studying current affairs, English grammar, mathematics, and reasoning now. For the SSB, focus on group discussions and physical fitness. The medical exam will assess your eyesight, height, and weight.
