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
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 Criteria 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 for Female
The eligibility criteria for female candidates applying to AFCAT remain consistent across both the Ground Duty and Flying Branch, with slight variations in physical requirements. For the Flying Branch, the minimum acceptable height is 162.5 cm, while for other branches, it is 152 cm.
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
(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.
AFCAT 2025 Eligibility: Physical Standards, Height, and Weight
Candidates must meet the physical requirements for the Flying and Ground Duty branches in AFCAT. Below are the branch-wise details for height, weight, and other physical parameters:
AFCAT Physical Eligibility for Flying Branch:
- Height: Minimum 162.5 cm
- Sitting Height: Between 81.5 cm and 96.0 cm
- Leg Length: Between 99.0 cm and 120.0 cm
- Thigh Length: Maximum 64.0 cm
AFCAT Physical Eligibility for Ground Duty
- Height for Male Candidates: Minimum 157.5 cm
- Height for Female Candidates: Minimum 152 cm
For male candidates, the height requirement is relaxed by 5 cm for Gorkhas and individuals from the North-Eastern regions of India and the hilly areas of Uttarakhand. Aspirants from Lakshadweep can have a height reduced by 2 cm, i.e., a minimum of 155.5 cm.
For female candidates, those from the North-Eastern region or hilly areas of Uttarakhand are eligible with a height of 147 cm, while candidates from Lakshadweep need a minimum height of 150 cm.
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