The Indian Air Force conducts the AFCAT exam twice each year to select suitable candidates for the officer-level position in different branches of the Air Force. Every year several thousands of students appear for the AFCAT exam to get selected for one of the branches i.e. the flying branch, the technical branch, and the ground duty branch of the Indian Air Force Department. Our AFCAT coaching in Delhi has trained a large number of students for the AFCAT examination, out of which most of the students got selected for their applied positions.

AFCAT Exam Highlights 2024-25:

Name of the Exam AFCAT Exam
Conducted by Indian Air Force
Post Name Ground Duty (Non-Technical and Technical) and Gazetted Officers in Flying Branches
Exam level National
Exam Language English
Exam Frequency Twice in a year
Vacancies 317
Mode of Application Online
Online Registration 01st December 2022
Mode of Exam Online (Computer Based Test)
Total Number of Questions AFCAT: 100 & EKT: 50
Selection Process Written test- AFSB Test- Medical Examination
Salary Rs 85000 (approx.)
Official Website afcat. cdac.in

We have a pool of highly qualified and experienced faculty members who are always ready to go the extra step to help our students in the best possible manner. Being a part of the Indian Air Force is not a cakewalk, but our coaching institute for the AFCAT exam eases the process for you. We offer both regular and crash courses to meet the varied learning needs of different students.

Our Classrooms and Online AFCAT coaching in Delhi have trained the end number of students for the AFCAT examination, out of which most of the students got selected for their applied positions.

AFCAT Exam Date-

Event Exam Date
Notification 18 November 2023
Online Application form 1 December 2023
Last Date of Application 30 December 2023
Admit Card 30 January 2024
Exam Date 16 to 18 February 2024
Answer Key To be announced
Result To be announced
AFSB interview To be announced

Our AFCAT Online Coaching Study Plan

Our AFCAT online coaching is beneficial as it helps to complete the syllabus on time. We offer 100% course completion in the expected time along with the flexibility of attending the classes offline and online. We conduct regular doubt-clearing sessions for AFCAT aspirants to help in their preparation. Study Campus has the most experienced faculties for your guidance throughout your digital and offline classroom program.

Highlights of Study Campus Online AFCAT Coaching: 

The best study material for the AFCAT exam
With several years of research and experience from our faculties, we provide the best study material for the preparation of syllabus-related concepts.

Comprehensive Study Plan
At Study Campus, our faculties focus on attention to detail; therefore, we pay attention to every section of the syllabus and devise a strategy that is best suited for the exam.

Up-to-date Study Notes, Quizzes, PDFs
Our expert faculty members design the study materials according to the latest pattern. Students are provided e-notes in the form of PDFs. Also, if a student finds difficulty in grasping the e-notes, he or she is free to attend our classroom sessions and participate in quizzes every week offline as well as online.

Top-rated facilities
Our online classes for AFCAT support multiple devices. The online classes are desktop-compatible as well can be attended through mobile phones.

Small batch size
We conduct the classes in small batch sizes to make the classes more interactive and for the active participation of each student.

Affordable fees
Our live classes for AFCAT are incredibly affordable. Students can get to experience the best AFCAT guidance at minimal costs.

We at the Study Campus offer you the best faculties with an experience of more than 20 years working in the educational field.

We have a pool of highly qualified and experienced faculty members who are always ready to go the extra step to help our students in the best possible manner. Being a part of the Indian Air Force is not a cakewalk, but our offline and online coaching classes for the AFCAT exam ease the process for you. We offer both regular and crash courses to meet the varied learning needs of different students.

Course Number and Vacancies-

Entry Branch Course Number Vacancies
Men (SSC) Women (SSC)
AFCAT Entry Flying 217/25F/SSC/M & W 28 10
Ground Duty (Technical) 216/25T/SSC/ 106AEC/M & W AE(L): 104

AE(M) : 45

AE(L) : 11

AE(M) : 05

Ground Duty (Non-Technical) 216/25G/SSC/M & W Weapon Systems (WS) Branch: 15 Admin: 44

Lgs: 11

Accts: 11

Edn: 08

Met: 09

Weapon Systems (WS) Branch: 02 Admin: 06

Lgs: 02

Accts: 02

Edn: 02

Met: 02

NCC Special Entry Flying 217/25F/PC/M and 217/25F/SSC/M & W 10% seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC and 10% seats out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC

AFCAT Exam Pattern-

AFCAT is a 2-hour duration examination that checks the suitability of a candidate for being an officer in the Indian Air Force. The exam consists of 100 questions and each correct answer is awarded 3 marks. There is negative marking as well, so candidates need to be cautious while answering the questions. A candidate can lose 1 mark for each wrong answer. Our AFCAT exam preparation center prepares our students well enough and also acquaints them with some useful tips and tricks that can help them score more marks in the examination.

✔ Exam Mode – Online
✔ Marking Criteria – 3 marks for each correct answer
✔ Negative Marking – 1 mark

                                                                                      AFCAT
Subject No of Questions Total Marks Duration
General Awareness 100 300 2 hours
Verbal Ability in English
Numerical Ability
Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test
                                                                             EKT
Subject No of Questions Total Marks Duration
Mechanical 50 150 45 minutes
Computer Science
Electrical & Electronics

AFCAT Selection Process-

To bag a top-notch position in the Indian Air Force, the candidate is required to score the minimum marks as declared by the concerned authority. After clearing the written test, a series of screening tests are required to be cleared that including a psychology test, a group test, a medical test, and a personal interview. Being among the top 5 educational institutes for preparation for the AFCAT entrance exam, we prepare our students for all the stages of the selection process.

Comprehensive Course- Each term includes covering things like-

✔ Extensive coverage of current affairs
✔ Exhaustive Classroom preparation
✔ Comprehensive Study Material
✔ Revision and Doubt clearing
✔ Subjects covered
✔ Testing

Why Study Campus for AFCAT Eame preparation?

✔ We have the best faculty members having years of experience and relevant qualifications to train our students.
✔ Timely syllabus completion is followed by a series of evaluation tests.
✔ Affordable fees are charged on offered courses without compromising the education quality.
✔ Comprehensive study material is offered.
✔ Unlimited doubt-clearing classes are offered on students’ requests and much more.

Our students consider our AFCAT classes to be the best coaching classes for the AFCAT exam, so you can rely on our unique teaching methods. You can visit our institute to get detailed information on our offered courses.

                                              AFCAT EXAM Eligibility-

Flying Branch  ☑ Age Limit – Candidates should be between 20 and 24 years
 ☑ Educational Qualification-
Candidates must have passed Class 12 with 60 percent in Maths and Physics and graduated in any discipline/BE/BTech/Cleared section A and B exam of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India with 60 percent.
 Technical Ground Duty 
Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) (AE (L)) ☑ Age Limit – Candidates must be aged between 20 and 26
☑ Educational Qualification-Candidates must have completed Class 12 with 60 percent in Physics and Mathematics and a minimum of four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation in Engineering/ Technology from a 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 60 percent in the following disciplines.Communication Engineering
Computer Engineering/Technology/Application
Computer Science and Engineering/Technology
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Electronics Engineering/ Technology
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering/Computer Science
Electronics Communication and Instrumentation Engineering
Electronics Instrument & Control Engineering
Instrumentation & Control Engineering
Instrument & Control Engineering
Information Technology
Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical)  ☑ Age Limit – Candidates must be aged between 20 and 26
 ☑ Educational Qualification-
 Candidates must have passed Class 12 with 60 percent in Physics and Maths and a four-year graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/Technology from a recognized  university or cleared sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of the Institute of Engineers with 60%Aerospace Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Mechanical Engineering (Automation; Production; Repair and Maintenance)
Industrial Engineering
Technical Ground Duty (Non-Technical) 
Administration & Logistics ☑ Age Limit – Candidates must be aged between 20 and 26 years
☑ Educational Qualification-
 Graduation in any discipline/cleared sections A and B of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India with 60 percent.
Accounts  Graduation in Commerce with 60 percent or equivalent marks.

Teaching Methodology at Study Campus Delhi-

✔ Regular AFCAT coaching classes from guest lectures and expert staff
✔ One-to-one counseling sessions with aspirants
✔ Weekly, monthly, and mock tests for assessment
✔ Special personality development classes
✔ Specific study material for the course
✔ Feedback and support

Course Fees for AFACT-

Our AFCAT coaching fees do vary depending on various factors viz: course type, duration, materials provided, refreshments, transportation for the outdoors, and other taxes as applicable.

Students consider our AFCAT classes to be the best AFCAT Coaching in Delhi, so you can rely on our unique teaching methods. You can visit our institute to get detailed information on our offered courses.

Allowances & Additional Benefits and Salary Package-

S. No. Additional Benefits
1 Scholarship & Welfares
2 Loan Facility
3 Insurance
4 Medical
5 Post-Retirement Benefits
6 Educational Opportunities
7 Placement Cell
8 Accommodation
9 Casual leave of twenty days per year
10 Annual leave for sixty days per year
11 Leave travel concessions
12 Institute & Messes membership
13 Secured camp life
14 CSD facilities
15 Grants from the AFWWA (Air Force Wives Welfare Association)
16 School facilities
17 Recreational & sports facilities
18 Rail concessions

 

                                                                  Annual Salary Package of AFCAT
Branch Package (annual)
Flying Branche Rs. 14 -15 Lakhs
Ground Duty (Tech) Rs. 12-13 Lakhs
Ground Duty (Non-Tech) Rs. 11-12 Lakhs

 

                                                                            Branch Wise Salary
Rank Level AFCAT Salary 
Flying Officer Level 10 56,100 – 1,77,500
Flight Lieutenant Level 10 (B) 6,13,00 – 1,93,900
Squadron Leader Level 11 6,94,00 – 2,07,200
Wing Commander Level 12A 1,21,200 – 2,12400
Group Captain Level 13 1,30,600 – 2,15,900
Air Commodore Level 13A 1,39,600 – 2,17,600
Air Vice Marshal Level 14 1,44,200 – 2,18,200
Air Marshal HAG Scale Level 15 1,82, 200 – 2,24,100
HAG + Scale Level 16 2,05,400 – 2,24,400
VACS/Air force Cdr / Air Marshal (NFSG) Level 17 2,25,000/- (fixed)
CAS Level 18 2,50,000/- (fixed)

AFCAT Exam FAQ

1. How many papers are in AFCAT?

AFCAT comprises of following papers Numerical Ability, General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Military Reasoning, and Aptitude test.

2. What are the subjects in AFCAT?

The following subjects are in the syllabus of AFCAT includes: Verbal ability in English, Numerical Ability, General Awareness, Military Reasoning, and Aptitude test.

3. What is the salary of AFCAT?

Pay in Pay Band (common to all regions) – Level 56,100 per month (Level 10 in VIIth CPC’s Pay Matrix –Rs. 56,100 – Rs.1, 10,700. Other allowances such as child education allowance, transportation allowance, HRA, etc.

4. Is AFCAT exam tough?

The candidate just need to have a good command over English and general awareness about the current scenario. Even people not clearing clerk examinations can easily clear the AFCAT examination.

6. Is coaching necessary for AFCAT?

For AFCAT, coaching is necessary for avarage students, it also depends on your preparation. The basics of quants, reasoning, English, and general awareness is tested in the AFCAT exams.

7. Do questions repeat in AFCAT?

Though the questions are not repeated in the Afcat exam, the pattern remains almost the same. A lot of queries are based on a similar concept.

8. Is maths compulsory for AFCAT?

Though maths is not compulsory for AFCAT, the candidate should have maths as a compulsory subject in 10+2.

9. How many candidates are selected in AFCAT?

As per the notification of AFCAT 2020, there is a total of 249 vacancies.

10. How many times can I give AFCAT?

A candidate can apply any number of times for the Afcat examination before the candidates cross the framed age limit.

11. Is AFCAT negative marking?

The AFCAT exam consists of 100 questions, and each question awards three marks. There is also negative marking, so the candidates need to be cautious while answering the questions.

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