Overview
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has declared the AFCAT 02/2026 result for candidates who appeared in the Air Force Common Admission Test. Applicants can log in at afcat.edcil.co.in to view their qualifying status and download the scorecard; the total number of vacancies was not specified in the result update and should be confirmed from the detailed recruitment notification.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Indian Air Force |
| Post Name | Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branches |
| Total Vacancies | TBA in the detailed notification |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | afcat.edcil.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | TBA |
| Result Date | September 9, 2026 |
Candidates should check their login dashboard and the official notification for the exact examination schedule, cut-off details and subsequent AFSB reporting dates.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Eligibility varies according to the branch selected under AFCAT 02/2026:
- For the Flying Branch, candidates are generally required to have passed Class 12 with Mathematics and Physics, securing the prescribed marks, along with a recognised graduation degree or BE/BTech degree with at least 60% marks.
- For Ground Duty Technical branches, applicants must normally have studied Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level and hold an eligible engineering or technology degree in the relevant discipline.
- For Ground Duty Non-Technical branches, a graduation or postgraduate degree in the specified subject is required, depending on the post.
- Candidates must possess their qualifying degree from a recognised university or institution and meet the branch-specific percentage requirements.
- Final-year students may be considered subject to the conditions and document-submission deadline stated in the detailed notification.
Age Limit
- Flying Branch: Generally 20 to 24 years on the cut-off date prescribed by the Indian Air Force.
- Ground Duty branches: Generally 20 to 26 years on the applicable cut-off date.
- Candidates holding a valid and current Commercial Pilot Licence may receive relaxation for the Flying Branch, subject to notification rules.
- The date-of-birth range mentioned in the official AFCAT 02/2026 notification will determine final eligibility.
Fees
- The AFCAT examination fee is generally ā¹550 plus applicable GST for candidates applying through AFCAT entry.
- Fee exemptions, where applicable for NCC Special Entry or other categories, are governed by the detailed notification.
- The examination fee is non-refundable and must be paid through the available online payment methods.
Selection Process
- AFCAT Online Examination: Candidates must qualify in the computer-based test by securing the required overall and sectional standards, wherever applicable.
- Air Force Selection Board Testing: Shortlisted candidates are called for AFSB testing, which includes screening, psychological tests, group tasks, interviews and branch-specific assessments such as the Computerised Pilot Selection System.
- Medical Examination and Final Merit: Recommended candidates undergo medical examination. Final selection is based on merit, medical fitness, branch preference and vacancy availability.
Merely qualifying in the written examination does not guarantee selection or an AFSB recommendation.
How to Apply
The application window for AFCAT 02/2026 is closed. Registered candidates can now access their result by following these steps:
- Visit the AFCAT candidate portal at afcat.edcil.co.in.
- Select the link for AFCAT 02/2026 Result or open the candidate login page.
- Enter the registered email address, password and displayed captcha code.
- Open the result or scorecard section after logging in successfully.
- Check the marks, qualifying status and any instructions regarding AFSB selection.
- Download the scorecard and save a clear PDF copy for future reference.
- Qualified candidates should complete AFSB centre and date selection within the permitted period, if the option is activated in their dashboard.
- Keep the application form, admit card, scorecard, identity proof and educational documents ready for verification.
Candidates facing login problems should use the password-recovery facility and ensure that they enter the same email address used during registration. They should avoid relying on screenshots alone and retain the downloadable scorecard.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Is the AFCAT 02/2026 result out?
Yes. The AFCAT 2 Result 2026 has been released through the official candidate portal.
2. How can I download the AFCAT scorecard?
Log in at afcat.edcil.co.in using the registered email address and password, then open the result section and download the scorecard.
3. What happens after qualifying for AFCAT 02/2026?
Qualified candidates may be invited to select an AFSB centre and reporting date. They must then clear AFSB testing, medical examination and the final merit process.
