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 end number of students for the AFCAT examination, out of which most of the students got selected for their applied position.

AFCAT Exam 2023 Highlights:

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

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

AFCAT Exam Date-

Event Exam Date
AFCAT-I AFCAT-II
Notification 25 November 2022 May 2023
Online Application Form 1 December 2022 June 2023
Last Date of Application 30 December 2022 June 2023
Admit Card 8 February 2023 onwards August 2023
Exam Date 24 February 2023

25 February 2023

26 February 2023

August 2023
Result March 2023 September 2023

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

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 AFCAT exam

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

  •     Comprehensive Study Plan

At Study Campus, our faculties focus on attention-to-detail; therefore, we put attention on 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 that are always ready to go an 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 eases the process for you. We offer both regular course and crash courses to meet the varied learning needs of different students.

AFCAT Eligibility Criteria:

Flying Branch –

Age Limit – Candidate should not be born earlier than 2nd July 1995 and not later than 1st July 1999.

Educational Qualification – Candidate must have obtained 60% marks in graduation in any discipline with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or B.E./B. Tech. or Must have secured 60% marks in Section A & B examination of the Aeronautical Society of India or Associate Membership of Institute Engineers (India).

Ground Duty (Technical) –

Age Limit – Candidate should not be born earlier than 2nd July 1993 and not later than 1st July 1999.

Educational Qualification – Minimum 60% marks in graduation level in any discipline with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level or Completed four-year graduation or integration PG in Engineering/Technology or Must obtain 60% marks in Section A & B examination of Aeronautical Society of India or Associate Membership of Institute Engineers (India).

Ground Duty (Non-Technical) –

Age Limit – The candidate should not be born earlier than 2nd July 1993 and not later than 1st July 1999.

Educational Qualification – Must be secured 60% marks in Graduation level in any discipline and 60% marks in Section A & B examination of Aeronautical Society of India or Associate Membership of Institute Engineers (India).

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 forces. 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 to 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 include a psychology test, group test, medical test, and a personal interview. Being among the top 5 educational institutes for preparation for AFCAT entrance exam, we prepare our students for all the stages of the selection process.

Why Study Campus for AFCAT 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 AFCAT exam, so you can rely on our unique teaching methods. You can visit our institute for getting detailed information on our offered courses.

AFCAT EXAM Eligibility-

                                                                                 Flying Branch
Flying Branch Age Limit – Candidates should be between 20 and 24 years.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have passed Class 12 with 60 per cent 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 per cent.

                                                                          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 per cent in Physics and Mathematics and a minimum of four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation 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 60 per cent in the following disciplines.

Communication Engineering

Computer Engineering/Technology

Computer Engineering & Application

Computer Science and Engineering/Technology

Electrical and Computer Engineering

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Electrical 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 & Control

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 per cent in Physics and Maths and four-year graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/Technology from recognized university or cleared sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institute of Engineers with 60%

Aerospace Engineering

Aeronautical Engineering

Aircraft Maintenance Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical Engineering and Automation

Mechanical Engineering (Production)

Mechanical Engineering (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 per cent.

Accounts Graduation in Commerce with 60 per cent or equivalent marks.

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 Branch 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 not necessary. 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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