The Indian Air Force has released the IAF AFCAT 2 2025 notification for recruitment of 284 officers in the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. Eligible candidates can apply online for the AFCAT 2 exam from 30 May 2025. The IAF AFCAT 2 2025 notification provides all key details, including post-wise vacancies, eligibility, important dates, selection process, and salary structure.


IAF AFCAT 2 2025 Notification Overview

FieldDetails
Post NameFlying Officer (AFCAT Entry)
Vacancy284
OrganizationIndian Air Force (IAF)
EducationGraduate/B.E/B.Tech based on branch
Age Limit20 to 26 years (Branch-wise criteria)
Salary₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 (as per 7th CPC Pay)

Important Dates

EventDate
Application Start Date02-06-2025
Last Date to Apply01-07-2025
Admit Card ReleaseTo be announced
AFCAT 2 2025 Exam DateAugust 2025
Result DeclarationTo be announced

AFCAT 2 2025 Posts, Vacancy & Eligibility

BranchTotal
Flying03
Ground Duty (Technical)156
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)125
Post NameVacanciesEligibility Details
Flying Branch38Education: Graduation (Min 60%) in any discipline with Maths & Physics in 10+2 or B.E/B.Tech. Age: 20–24 years. Salary: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500.
Ground Duty (Technical) – AE(L)104Education: B.E/B.Tech with specified streams. Age: 20–26 years. Salary: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500.
Ground Duty (Technical) – AE(M)45Education: B.E/B.Tech with specified streams. Age: 20–26 years. Salary: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500.
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Admin50Education: Graduate (Min 60%). Age: 20–26 years. Salary: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500.
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Edn10Education: Post Graduate (Min 50%) + Graduate (Min 60%). Age: 20–26 years. Salary: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500.
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Other37Education: Specified Degree/Qualification based on sub-branch. Age: 20–26 years. Salary: ₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500.

Important Links

DescriptionLink
Apply OnlineIAF AFCAT 2 2025 Apply Link
Official NotificationDownload AFCAT 2 2025 PDF
Official Websitecareerairforce.nic.in

Detailed Education & Age Limit – AFCAT 2 2025

For IAF AFCAT 2 2025 notification, the educational qualification varies by branch:

Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years as on 01 July 2026 (Born between 02 July 2002 and 01 July 2006).
Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical): 20 to 26 years as on 01 July 2026 (Born between 02 July 2000 and 01 July 2006).
Age relaxation is applicable as per rules.

  • Flying Branch: Graduation in any discipline with at least 60% marks and Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or B.E/B.Tech with 60%.

  • Technical Branch: B.E/B.Tech in relevant disciplines with 60%.

  • Non-Technical Branches: Graduation/Post-Graduation with 60% as per specific stream requirements.

Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026):

  • Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years.

  • Ground Duty Branches: 20 to 26 years.


Salary Details

According to the IAF AFCAT 2 2025 notification, selected candidates will receive a starting pay of ₹56,100 per month (Pay Level 10), with Military Service Pay of ₹15,500. Total in-hand pay is approximately ₹85,000. Allowances are extra as per post and location.


AFCAT 2 2025 Syllabus & Exam Pattern

The IAF AFCAT 2 2025 notification outlines a computer-based test consisting of:

AFCAT Written Exam Pattern:

  • Mode: Online

  • Duration: 2 hours

  • Sections: General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude

  • Total Marks: 300 (100 questions)

EKT (for Technical Branch):

  • Duration: 45 minutes

  • Subjects: Based on engineering discipline

  • Total Marks: 150


Online Application Process – AFCAT 2 2025

The IAF AFCAT 2 2025 notification application process includes:

  1. Visit careerairforce.nic.in.

  2. Register with valid email and mobile.

  3. Fill the online form with personal and educational details.

  4. Upload photo, signature, and relevant documents.

  5. Pay ₹550 + GST via online mode.

  6. Submit and download the filled form.


Admit Card & Exam Date Details

Admit cards for the IAF AFCAT 2 2025 exam will be released on the official portal a few weeks before the exam. The exam is expected to be conducted in August 2025. Candidates must carry a printed admit card and valid ID to the exam center.


Answer Key & Result Details

The official IAF AFCAT 2 2025 answer key will be released a few days after the exam. Candidates can check their responses and raise objections (if any). Results will be declared in PDF format, listing roll numbers of shortlisted candidates for the next phase.


FAQs – IAF AFCAT 2 2025 Notification

Q1. What is the last date to apply for IAF AFCAT 2 2025?
Ans: The last date to apply online is 28 June 2025.

Q2. What is the age limit for Flying Branch in IAF AFCAT 2 2025?
Ans: The age limit is 20 to 24 years.

Q3. How many vacancies are available in AFCAT 2 2025?
Ans: A total of 284 vacancies are announced across various branches.

Q4. What is the exam pattern for AFCAT 2 2025?
Ans: The exam includes 100 questions for 300 marks across four sections, with an additional EKT paper for technical candidates.

Q5. What is the salary offered after selection?
Ans: Initial salary is ₹56,100 per month with additional allowances and MSP of ₹15,500.

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