| Organization Name | Indian Air Force |
| Name of Posts | AFCAT Entry & NCC Special Entry |
| No of Posts | 317 posts |
| Qualification | 12th Pass |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Fees | Rs. 550 |
| Start Date | 01/12/2023 |
| Last Date | 30/12/2023 |
| Official Website | indianairforce.nic.in |
Indian Air Force Recruitment 2023
Indian Air Force (IAF) has spread its wings of opportunity wide open with the announcement of AFCAT (01/2024) recruitment for Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branches, and NCC Special Entry. This golden chance for aspirants looking to soar in the skies and serve their nation comes with a total of 317 vacancies. Let’s delve into the details that make this opportunity a career milestone.
Indian Air Force Recruitment 2023 Vacancy Details
1. AFCAT Entry:
Flying Branch: Soar to New Heights
Embarking on a journey as an IAF Flying Officer is a dream for many, and with 38 posts available, this dream could soon become a reality. The age limit for applicants is 20 to 24 years as of January 1, 2025, making this an excellent opportunity for young enthusiasts.
Ground Duty (Technical) Branch: Powering the IAF
For those inclined towards the technical aspects, the IAF has 165 posts in this category. The age limit extends up to 26 years for candidates holding a valid Commercial Pilot License, providing a broader spectrum for potential applicants.
2. NCC Special Entry: Carving a Unique Path
Flying Branch: Nurturing Leadership
Reserved for NCC cadets, this entry opens up 10% of CDSE vacancies for Permanent Commission and 10% of AFCAT vacancies for Short Service Commission. A unique path for those with NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ certificates acquired after December 1, 2017.
Eligibility Criteria of Indian Air Force AFCAT Recruitment 2023
Age Limit
(a) Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years as on 01 January 2022 i.e. born between 02 January 2021 to 01 January 2005 (both dates inclusive). Upper age limit for candidates holding valid and current Commercial Pilot License issued by DGCA (India) is relaxable upto 26 year i.e. born between 02 January 1999 to 01January 2005 (both dates inclusive).
(b) Ground Duty (Technical/ Non-Technical) Branches: 20 to 26 years as on 01 January 2025 i.e. born between 02 January 1999 to 01 January 2005 (both dates inclusive).
Marital Status
Candidates must be unmarried at the time of commencement of the course and marriage is not permitted during training.
Educational Qualification
| Flying Branch Candidates should have mandatorily passed with a minimum of 60% marks each in Maths and Physics at 10+2 level and (a) Graduation with minimum three years degree course in any discipline from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. OR (b) BE/B Tech degree (Four years course) from a recognised University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. OR (c) Candidates who have cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. Ground Duty (Technical) Branch Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) {AE (L)}: Candidates with a minimum of 50% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a minimum of four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/ Technology from recognized University OR cleared Sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India or Graduate membership examination of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers by actual studies with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in the following disciplines:- (aaa) Applied Electronics & Instrumentation. (aab) Communication Engineering. (aac) Computer Engineering/Technology. (aad) Computer Engineering & Application. (aae) Computer Science and Engineering/Technology. (aaf) Electrical and Computer Engineering. (aag) Electrical and Electronics Engineering. (aah) Electrical Engineering. (aaj) Electronics Engineering/ Technology. (aak) Electronics Science and Engineering. (aal) Electronics. (aam) Electronics and Communication Engineering. (aan) Electronics and Computer Science. (aao) Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering. (aap) Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering (Microwave). (aaq) Electronics and Computer Engineering. (aar) Electronics Communication and Instrumentation Engineering. (aas) Electronics Instrument & Control. (aat) Electronics Instrument & Control Engineering. (aau) Instrumentation & Control Engineering. (aav) Instrument & Control Engineering. (aaw) Information Technology. (aax) Spacecraft Technology. (aay) Engineering Physics. (aaz) Electric Power and Machinery Engineering. (aba) Infotech Engineering. (abb) Cyber Security. Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) {AE (L)}: Candidates with a minimum of 50% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a minimum of four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/ Technology from recognized University OR cleared Sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India or Graduate membership examination of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers by actual studies with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in the following disciplines:- (aaa) Applied Electronics & Instrumentation. (aab) Communication Engineering. (aac) Computer Engineering/Technology. (aad) Computer Engineering & Application. (aae) Computer Science and Engineering/Technology. (aaf) Electrical and Computer Engineering. (aag) Electrical and Electronics Engineering. (aah) Electrical Engineering. (aaj) Electronics Engineering/ Technology. (aak) Electronics Science and Engineering. (aal) Electronics. (aam) Electronics and Communication Engineering. (aan) Electronics and Computer Science. (aao) Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering. (aap) Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering (Microwave). (aaq) Electronics and Computer Engineering. (aar) Electronics Communication and Instrumentation Engineering. (aas) Electronics Instrument & Control. (aat) Electronics Instrument & Control Engineering. (aau) Instrumentation & Control Engineering. (aav) Instrument & Control Engineering. (aaw) Information Technology. (aax) Spacecraft Technology. (aay) Engineering Physics. (aaz) Electric Power and Machinery Engineering. (aba) Infotech Engineering. (abb) Cyber Security. Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical) {AE (M)}: Candidates with a minimum of 50% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a minimum of four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/Technology from recognised University OR cleared Sections A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India by actual studies with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in the following disciplines:- (aaa) Aerospace Engineering. (aab) Aeronautical Engineering. (aac) Aircraft Maintenance Engineering. (aad) Mechanical Engineering. (aae) Mechanical Engineering and Automation. (aaf) Mechanical Engineering (Production). (aag) Mechanical Engineering (Repair and Maintenance). (aah) Mechatronics. (aaj) Industrial Engineering. (aak) Manufacturing Engineering. (aal) Production and Industrial Engineering. (aam) Materials Science and Engineering. (aan) Metallurgical and Materials Engineering. (aao) Aerospace and Applied Mechanics. (aap) Automotive Engineering. (aaq) Robotics (aar) Nanotechnology (aas) Rubber Technology and Rubber Engineering. Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Branch (aa) Administration: Passed 10+2 and Graduate Degree (Minimum three years degree course) in any discipline from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent or cleared section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. (ab) Accounts Branch: Passed 10+2 and done graduation in any of the following streams with 60 % marks or equivalent from a recognized university:- (aaa) B. Com Degree (Min three years course). (aab) Bachelor of Business Administration (with specialization in Finance)/ Bachelor of Management Studies (with specialization in Finance)/ Bachelor of Business Studies (with specialization in Finance) (aac) Qualified CA/ CMA/ CS/ CFA. (aad) B.Sc. with specialization in Finance. NCC Special Entry (Flying Branch) NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ certificate acquired on or after 01 Dec 17. Minimum of 60% marks each in Maths and Physics at 10+2. Graduates with a minimum three years degree course in any discipline from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent OR BE/B Tech degree (Four years course) from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent OR Candidates who have cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. |
Application Fee of AFCAT
- For AFCATE Entry Only: Rs. 550/-
- Payment Mode: Online
How to apply for Indian Air Force Recruitment 2023?
Interested and eligible candidates are required to apply online through the official link https://careerindianairforce.cdac.in or https://afcat.cdac.in. Candidates may follow the simple steps given below to apply online for Indian Air Force Recruitment 2023.
| ☞ Scroll down, and check the Important Web-Links section. |
| ☞ Click on the “Registration” link. |
| ☞ A new webpage will be opened. |
| ☞ Complete the registration process. |
| ☞ After that, click on the login. |
| ☞ Fill in your all personal and educational details and upload the necessary documents. |
| ☞ Finally, pay the online application fee. |
| ☞ Print out the submitted application form. |
Important Dates of Indian Air Force Recruitment 2023
| Online Application starting date | 1st December 2023 |
| Online Application last date | 30th December 2023 |
Important Web-Links of Indian Air Force Recruitment 2023
| Online Application Form | Click Here |
| Educational Qualification | Click Here |
| Advertisement Details | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
FAQs of Indian Air Force Recruitment 2023
A. The last date of Indian Air Force Recruitment 2023 AFCAT 01/2024 is 30th December 2023.
A.The starting date of Indian Air Force Recruitment 2023 AFCAT 01/2024 is 1st January 2023.
A. Interested and eligible candidates are required to apply online through the official link https://careerindianairforce.cdac.in or https://afcat.cdac.in.
A. AFCAT stands for Air Force Common Admission Test. It is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the Indian Air Force to select candidates for various positions within the organization.
Table of Contents
