Q1. What is the eligibility criteria for Afcat?

A minimum of 50% marks in both Mathematics and Physics at the 10+2 level is required. Candidates must have either: A graduate degree (three-year course) in any discipline from a recognized university with at least 60% marks or equivalent, or A BE/B.Tech degree (four-year course) from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.

Q2. Does 12th marks matter in Afcat?

However, as far as percentage of 12th is concerned, it doesn't matter, but candidates who apply for technical branch should have an aggregate of 50% in both physics and mathematics.

What are the age limits for candidates applying to AFCAT 1 2025?

Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years as of 1st July 2025 (born between 2nd July 2001 and 1st July 2005, both dates inclusive). Candidates with a valid and current Commercial Pilot License issued by DGCA (India) can apply up to 26 years of age (born between 2nd July 1999 and 1st July 2005). Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical) Branches: 20 to 26 years as of 1st July 2025 (born between 2nd July 1999 and 1st July 2005, both dates inclusive).

Who is eligible to apply for AFCAT 1 2025 based on marital status?

Candidates below the age of 25 must be unmarried at the time of the course commencement. Widows/Widowers and divorcees below the age of 25 (with or without dependents) are also not eligible to apply for AFCAT 1 2025.

AFCAT Eligibility Criteria and Age Limit 2025

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The Indian Air Force (IAF) released an official notification has been released on 1st December 2024. Online applications are invited from 02 December 2024 to 31 December 2024 from candidates willing to serve the country in the prestigious Class-I Gazetted Officer posts. The AFCAT exam is a gateway for male and female candidates to join the IAF in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical). Before applying, make sure to review this article thoroughly to get a detailed understanding of the eligibility of AFCAT 1 2025 exam.

AFCAT Eligibility Criteria 2025

AFCAT Eligibility Criteria 2025: AFCAT or Air Force Common Admission Test is a common entrance examination organized by Indian Airforce to select eligible cadets for multiple posts. AFCAT Exam is conducted twice every year and millions of students try their luck to ace this prestigious exam. For those dreaming of joining the Indian Air Force, AFCAT 1 2025 presents a golden opportunity to turn that dream into reality, provided they meet the necessary AFCAT eligibility criteria. Below are key highlights of the AFCAT eligibility Criteria.

AFCAT 1 2025 Important Dates

The Indian Air Force has announced the AFCAT 1 2025 important dates for candidates wishing to join as Class-I Gazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. Take a look at these dates related to the exam

AFCAT 1 2025	Important Dates
AFCAT 1 2025 Notification	01 December 2024
Online Application Starts	2nd December 2024
Last Date to Apply	31 December 2024
Admit Card	February 2025
AFCAT Written Examination	22 and 23 February 2025
Result of Online Examination	To Be Announced Soon
AFSB Call Letters	To Be Announced Soon
AFSB and Interview Round	To Be Announced Soon
Document Verification	To Be Announced Soon
Final Merit List Declared	To Be Announced Soon

AFCAT Eligibility 2025

Indian Air Force has released the official notification for AFCAT 1 2025. This is a great opportunity for Indian citizens (men and women) to become a part of its elite force by appearing in the Group A Gazetted Officers exam in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches starting in February 2025. Eligibility criteria for AFCAT 1 has been given below.

AFCAT Eligibility Criteria for Ground Duty and Flying Branch

(A) Nationality – Candidate must be a citizen of India as per the Indian citizenship act, 1955.

(B) Age

Flying Branch. 20 to 24 years as on 01 January 2026 i.e. born between 02 January 2002 to 01 January 2006 (both dates inclusive). Upper age limit for candidates holding valid and current Commercial Pilot License issued by DGCA (India) is relaxable upto 26 years i.e. born between 02 January 2000 to 01 January 2006 (both dates inclusive).
Ground Duty (Technical/ Non-Technical) Branches. 20 to 26 years as on 01 January 2026 i.e. born between 02 January 2000 to 01 January 2006 (both dates inclusive).

Note: Candidates below 25 years of age must be unmarried at the time of commencement of course. Widows/Widowers and divorcees (with or without encumbrances) below 25 years of age are also not eligible.

(C) Educational Qualification:

Flying branch: Minimum 50% marks each in physics and mathematics at 10+2 level and a three-year degree in graduation OR a BE/BTECH degree with a minimum of 60% from a recognized university.

AFCAT Eligibility Criteria for Ground Duty(Technical)Branch:

(i)Aeronautical engineering (Electronics)(AE(L)):

Minimum 50% marks each in physics and mathematics at 10+2 level and a degree in graduation/post-graduation in the field of engineering and technology from a recognized university.
OR
Those who have cleared examination of associate membership of the institution of engineers (India) in both A and B section, with a minimum of 60% in the following disciplines :

Communication engineering
Computer engineering/technology
Computer engineering & application
Electrical and computer engineering
Electrical and electronics engineering
Electrical engineering
Electronics engineering/technology
Electronics science and engineering
Electronics
Electronics and communication engineering
Electronics and computer science
Electronics and/or telecommunication engineering
Electronics and/or telecommunication engineering(Microwave)
Electronics and computer engineering
Electronics communication and instrumentation engineering
Electronics instrument and control
Electronics instrument and control engineering
Instrumentation and control engineering
Instrument and control engineering
Information technology

(ii)Aeronautical engineering(Mechanical)(AE(M)):

Minimum 50% marks each in physics and mathematics at 10+2 level and a four-year degree in graduation/integrated or post-graduation in the field of engineering and technology from a recognized university.
OR

Those who have cleared examination of associate membership of the institution of engineers (India) in both A and B section, with a minimum of 60% in the following disciplines :

Aerospace Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering and Automation
Mechanical Engineering (Production)
Mechanical Engineering (Repair and Maintenance)
Mechatronics
Industrial Engineering

AFCAT Eligibility Criteria for Ground Duty(Non-Technical)Branches

1. Weapon System (WS) Branches: Candidates must have secured a minimum of 50% marks in both Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level and hold either: A three-year graduation degree in any discipline, OR A BE/B.Tech degree with at least 60% marks from a recognized university.

2. Administration & Logistics: Graduate degree with a minimum of 60% marks with a three-year degree course from a recognized university OR should have cleared section A & B examination with a minimum of 60%.

3. Accounts: Candidates holding B.COM degree with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.

4. Education: 50% marks in MBA/MCA or MA/MSC degree in English/Physics/mathematics/chemistry/statistics/international relations/international studies/defence studies/psychology/computer science/IT/Management/mass communication/journalism public relation and minimum 60% marks in graduation.

5. Special entry (flying branch): NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ Certificate acquired on or after 02 Jun 17 is mandatory and a minimum of 60% marks in graduation. Students mandatorily have passed 10+2 with a minimum of 60% marks in maths and physics.

6. Metereology: Candidates should have scored minimum 50% marks in post graduation and minimum 55% marks in graduation provided that maths and physics were studied.

(D)Physical and Medical Standards:
(i)Candidates should be medically fit as prescribed standards.
(ii)Non- reporting of candidates on the allotted date and venue may cancel their candidature.
(iii)Unfit candidates will be given a time period of 42 days to get fit as per the prescribed standard after that if they do not meet the requirements they will be permanently rejected for the post.