AFCAT 2 2025: Application Ends, Exam Date, Syllabus, Pattern, Marking Scheme

AFCAT 2 2025 Registration Closed! The notification PDF was released on May 28, 2025. The Indian Air Force started the application process on June 2, 2025. While the last date to fill out the AFCAT application form 2025 was July 1, 2025. The registration link along with the notification PDF was shared below for your ease (now closed). You must have passed the 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and must be aged between 20 to 24 years.

The AFCAT vacancy has been announced for a totl of 184 seats for Group A Gazetted Officers across flying and ground duty branches (both male and female). You must note that the AFCAT Exam is held twice every year- February and August. In case any of you have missed the Feb session registration, it can be done in August.

You will be selected based on your attendance in the online exam and Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) meeting. However, newcomers in the Ground Duty Technical branches must take both, the Engineering Knowledge Test and AFCAT. Further details on the exam are provided below.

About AFCAT

Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) is a National Level Entrance Examination conducted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) for admission into the Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical Branch) and Ground Duty (Non-Technical Branch). The Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) is conducted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) every year in two sessions.

Candidates who aspire to qualify for AFCAT 2 2025 Examination must perform well in the online examination, and the Air Force Selection Board Interview (AFSB). Candidates who will apply for the AFCAT Ground Duty Technical Branch must appear and clear both the online examination and the Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT).

AFCAT 2025 Highlights

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	AFCAT
Full Form	Air Force Common Admission Test
Administered by	Indian Air Force
Exam Level	National
Eligibility Criteria	Bachelor's Degree
Age Limit	Flying Branch: 20-24 Years Tech and Non-Tech Branch: 20-26 Years
Exam Mode	Online
Exam Language	English
Exam Posts	Flying Branch Groun Duty (Tech and Non-Tech)
AFCAT Vacancies	Phase 1- 317 Phase 2- 304
Stages of Exam	Online Test AFSB Interview Medical Test
Exam Duration	AFCAT: 02 Hours EKT: 45 Minutes
Frequency	Twice a Year
AFCAT Exam Centres	112 Cities in India
Official Website	afcat.cdac.in

Also Read: Difference Between AFCAT and CDS

AFCAT Job Profile

You will be assigned different profiles under different branches. The list of the same has been shared below:

AFCAT Branches	AFCAT Departments
Flying	Transport Fighter Helicopter
Technical Ground Duty	Mechanical Electrical
Non Technical Ground Duty	Logistics Meteorology Logistics Accounts Education

AFCAT 2 2025 Important Dates

The commission has notified the AFCAT 2 Exam Date 2025 along with the release of the notification. The complete details on the AFCAT important dates 2025 are listed in the table below.

AFCAT Events	Important  Dates
Past Events
AFCAT Notification Release	May 28, 2025
AFCAT Online Application Form Start Date	June 2, 2025
Last Date to Submit the AFCAT Application Form	July 1, 2025
Upcoming Events
AFCAT Admit Card Download Date	A few days before
AFCAT Exam Date	Aug 23-25, 2025
AFCAT Announcement of Result	Sep 2025

AFCAT Exam Schedule 2025

The AFCAT 2025 Exam will be held in two shifts. The ones appearing for the exam must have a proper understanding of the reporting time to reach the exam hall on time. The AFCAT 2025 Exam time is as follows:

Particulars	Shift 1 Details	Shift 2 Details
Reporting Time	7:30 AM	12:30 PM
Verification, Frisking, Biometrics, Signature, and Seating Arrangement	7:30 AM to 9:30 AM	12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
Reading of Instructions by Candidates	9:30 AM to 9:45 AM	2:00 PM to 2:15 PM
AFCAT Exam Timing	9:45 AM to 11:45 AM	2:15 PM to 4:15 PM

Check These AFCAT 2025 Preparations Tips to Score Better:

• AFCAT Last Minute Preparation Tips 2025
• How to Score 200+ in AFCAT 2025?

AFCAT 2 2025 Notification

The Indian Air Force (IAF) issued the AFCAT 2 notification 2025 on May 28, 2025. The registration process for it commenced on June 2, 2025, and will conclude on July 1, 2025. You are supposed to go through the notification before applying for the exam.

Particulars	Details
AFCAT Notification Release Date 2025	May 28, 2025
AFCAT Notification PDF Link 2025	Download Here

AFCAT 2 Application Form 2025

AFCAT 2 2025 application form has closed. The form was released on June 2, 2025. The last date to apply for the exam was July 1, 2025. You can find the AFCAT 2 exam application form 2025 on the official website. The application process consists of registration which requires you to first register with a valid mail ID, and phone number and sign up with personal information.

The application process includes uploading documents such as an Aadhar card (optional for candidates belonging to Jammu and Kashmir, Assam, and Meghalaya), Marksheets, Thumb impression, scanned photograph and signature, followed by an AFCAT 2 2025 application fee, which was INR 250 for all categories.

AFCAT 2 Application Process 2025

The AFCAT application process 2025 includes the following steps.

• Step 1: Registration for AFCAT

You have to first visit AFCAT homepage and sign in or click on "Not registered yet? Register here" option. You have to sign in by updating your name, father's name and mother's name, phone number, valid mail ID, birth date, nationality, etc. After the successful registration, you will receive a password on the registered mail ID.

• Step 2: Login and Fill Out the Form

You can then login using the registered mail ID and the password. Then select the entry and click on the checkbox to proceed with the form filling process. Here you have to give each information and details, select the educational qualifications, GATE score, etc. You also have to select five cities of their preference for the exam centre.

• Step 3: Uploading the Documents

You have to upload the scanned photograph, signature, and LTI or Left thumb Impression. The documents should not be less than 10 KB and not over 50 KB in size, and all images must be JPEG/JPG.

• Step 4: Fee Payment

You have to pay the Registration Fee of INR 250 for General/OBC/SC/ST/PWD category candidates through an online mode of Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking or Challan Payment. No relaxation will be provided to candidates of the reserved category in terms of the exam fee. After the successful payment, you shall receive the payment confirmation either through the registered mobile number or through the mail ID or both.

• Step 5: Application Correction

Candidates in case of any mistakes can correct the application form. The application form correction window for AFCAT 2 2025 will allow you to rectify or edit information such as name, parent's name, address, course preferences, signature, thumb image, and photo. You will not be charged with extra fees to correct such information.

AFCAT Vacancy 2025

The AFCAT 2 Notification 2025 was released on May 28, 2025, for a total of 284 seats. The opening is for two branches- Flying Ground and Ground Duty posts. The divsion of the seats for the AFCAT 2 Vacancy 2025 are as follows:

Entry	Branch	Course Number	Vacancies (Men) (SSC)	Vacancies (Women)
AFCAT Entry	Flying	220/26F/SSC/M & W	01	02

AFCAT Exam 2025 Eligibility

AFCAT Eligibility Criteria 2025 needs to be satisfied by you to be fit to appear for the exam. However, it varies for different posts, which are as follows.

AFCAT Flying Branch Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for AFCAT Flying Branch are as follows:

AFCAT Age Limit

• The ones applying for the Flying Branch would be taken through AFCAT and NCC Special Entry.
• Your age should be between 20 - 24 years as of Jul 1, 2025, i.e., he/she should be born between Jul 1, 1999, to Jul 1, 2003, with both dates inclusive. The upper age limit for the ones who hold a valid and currently active Commercial Pilot License issued by DGCA (India) can be relaxed up to 26 years, i.e., you should have been born between Jul 2, 1997, and Jul 1, 2003, with both dates inclusive.

AFCAT Education Qualification

• To be eligible for AFCAT 2025, you should have qualified 10+2 with a minimum of 60% marks each in Maths and Physics. Along with that, you should also have a Graduation Degree for a period of a minimum of three years in any discipline with a minimum of 60% marks from a recognized University in India or equivalent. OR,
• You should possess B.E./B.Tech degree (4-year course) with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent from a recognized University in India. OR,
• Also, the ones qualifying the Sections A & B of the exam conducted by Associate Membership of the Institution of Engineers, India, or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognized University in India with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.

AFCAT Ground Duty (Technical Branch) Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for AFCAT Ground Duty Technical Branch are as follows:

AFCAT Age Limit

• For Technical branches in Ground Duty, your age should lie between 20 to 26 years as completed on Jul 1, 2025 i.e. he/she should have been born in between July 2, 1999, to July 1, 2003, with both dates standing inclusive.

AFCAT Educational Qualification For Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) [AE (L)]

• To sit for AFCAT 2025 1, you should have qualified 10+2 with a minimum of 60% aggregate each in Physics and Mathematics. Also along with that, you should possess a Graduation or Integrated Post Graduation degree for a period of a minimum of four years in Engineering/Technology from a recognized University in India. OR,
• You should have cleared Sections A and B of the examination conducted by the Aeronautical Society of India or Associate Membership of the Institution of Engineers, India. OR,
• You should have cleared the Graduate membership examination with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent, which is conducted by the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers by actual studies 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, 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

For Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical) [AE (M)]

• The ones who have qualified 10+2 with a minimum of 60% marks each in Physics and Mathematics. Also you should possess a Graduation or a Post Graduation Degree pursued for a minimum of four years of Engineering/Technology from a recognized University in India. OR,
• A ones who has cleared Sections A & B exam of Aeronautical Society of India or Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) by actual studies obtaining a minimum of 60% aggregate or equivalent 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 Ground Duty (Non-Technical Branch) Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical Branch are as follows:

AFCAT Age Limit

• For Technical branches in Ground Duty, your age should lie between 20 to 26 years as completed on July 1, 2025, i.e. you should have been born between July 2, 1999, to July 1, 2003, with both dates standing inclusive.

AFCAT Educational Qualification

• You should possess an MBA/MCA or MA/M.Sc degree in English/Physics/Mathematics/Chemistry/Statistics/International Studies/Management/International Relations/Defence Studies/Psychology/Computer Science/IT/Mass Communication/Journalism/Public Relations with a minimum of 50% aggregate in of all papers put together in Post-Graduation (Minimum two years programme) and 60% marks in graduation (both recognized by UGC/ Competent Accreditation Authority in India).
• For integrated courses (single degree without permission to exit and lateral entry), the minimum duration to pursue must be as per existing UGC guidelines with a minimum of 50% aggregate in all papers put together.

For Administration

You should possess a Graduate Degree with a minimum of 60% marks in any discipline from a recognized university or equivalent or cleared section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognized university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.

NCC Special Entry (Flying Branch)

• You should have earned an NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ certificate on or after Jun 2, 2017. Applying candidates should have qualified 10+2 with a minimum of 60% marks each in Maths and Physics. You should possess a Graduation Degree completed with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent with a minimum of three years duration in any discipline from a recognized University in India. OR,
• You should have completed B.E./B.Tech degree (4-year course) with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent from a recognized University of India. OR,
• The ones who have cleared Section A & B exam of the Aeronautical Society of India or Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers, India with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent from a recognized University in India.

Meteorology

• You should have a PG Degree in any Science stream/Mathematics/Statistics/Geography/Computer Applications/Environmental Science/Applied Physics/Oceanography/Meteorology/Agricultural Meteorology/Ecology & Environment/Geo-physics/Environmental Biology with a minimum of 50% aggregate in all papers put together given Physics and Maths were studied in Graduation with a minimum of 55% aggregate in each).

Note: AFCAT II 2025 has announced a total number of 256 vacancies. Out of the CDSE vacancies, 10% of seats are for PC and out of the vacancies for SSC 10% will be for the NCC Special Entry Flying Branch.

Physical Conditioning

• You are advised to be physically fit when arriving on the day of the SSB physical tests in the AFSB. You are required to be capable of running 1.6 km in 10 minutes and perform 10 pushups, along with 3 chin-ups.
• Physical fitness is important to endure and adapt to the various physical training in the Air Force Academy. The training comprises running, swimming, rope climbing and other physical tests that you should undergo.

Read More: AFCAT Physical Eligibility for Female

AFCAT Exam Pattern 2025

The ones preparing for the exam must have a detailed understanding of the AFCAT exam test pattern. It is a guideline to understand the marking scheme, total sections, division of the marks, etc. The AFCAT 2025 Exam Pattern is given in the table below.

AFCAT 2025 Exam Pattern

Particulars	Details
Mode	Online i.e. Computer-based Test
Question Type	Multiple Choice Question's (MCQ's)
No. of Question	100
Topics	General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, and Reasoning & Military Aptitude
Marks	+3 Marks for Correct Answers and -1 for Incorrect Answers
AFCAT Total Marks	300
Duration	AFCAT: 2 Hours, i.e., 120 Minutes EKT: 45 Minutes
Language	English

Note: EKT (Engineering Knowledge Test) is taken for the ones who will apply for any branches in the Technical Field. It will be conducted for 45 minutes. You will be tested in the domains of Engineering Sciences of Mechanical, Computer Science, Electrical & Electronics. The number of questions asked will be 50, which will be 150 marks in total. The examination will be conducted in English medium.

AFCAT Exam 2025 Syllabus

The AFCAT 2 Syllabus 2025 has been set by the Indian Air Force (IAF) for the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) in the Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical Branch), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical Branch). Go through the AFCAT 2025 syllabus to plan your preparation well. It covers the following sections.

• General Awareness - History, Sports, Geography, Environment, Civics, Basic Science, Defence, Art, Culture, Current Affairs, Politics, etc.
• Verbal Ability in English - Comprehension, Error Detection, Sentence Completion, Synonyms, Antonyms, and Testing of Vocabulary.
• Numerical Ability - Decimal Fraction, Simplification, Average, Profit & loss, Percentage, Ratio & Proportion, and Simple Interest.
• Reasoning & Military Aptitude - Verbal Skills and Spatial Ability.

AFCAT 2025 EKT Syllabus for you who will opt for Ground Duty (Technical) Branch must prepare from all three sections namely Computer Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Electrical & Electronics Engineering. The following are the topics for each of the sections-

• Computer Science Engineering - Information Technology, Network Theory Design, Switching Theory, Electronic Devices, Control Engineering, Radar Theory, Telecommunication Systems, etc.
• Mechanical Engineering - Thermodynamics, Materials Science, Machine Drawing, Aerodynamics, Power Plant Engineering, Aircraft Structures, Industrial Engineering, Automotive Engineering, etc.
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering - Microwave Engineering, Computer Networks, Analog and Digital Electronics, Control Engineering, Instrumentation, Information Technology, etc.

Read More: AFCAT Non-Technical Paper Syllabus 2025

AFCAT Previous Year Question Papers

Previous year exam papers are one of the best ways to prepare for any examination. It helps you get an insight into the paper pattern and the difficulty level of the exam. The AFCAT previous year question paper must be solved at least thrice by you before attempting the exam. You will develop a strong sense of confidence and assurance after solving the AFCAT model question paper.

Some of the benefits of solving AFCAT previous question papers are as follows:

• A student's focus and endurance are increased due to cultivating this habit of solving the AFCAT question paper sets.
• You can understand the common topics in every AFCAT previous year question paper sets.
• You can understand the level of difficulty of the AFCAT question paper pattern. The candidate knows the AFCAT questions format.

AFCAT Mock Tests 2025

The AFCAT 2025 mock tests have already been released by IAF. You will be required to enter their login details, i.e., hall ticket number and email ID to access them. Mock tests are a replica of the actual exam and help you to judge their performance.

Some of the benefits of taking the AFCAT 2025 mock tests are as follows:

• You can judge and analyze their exam preparation so far.
• It will help you mark the sections where you are weak and need to work more.
• It is a good way to practice time management, as the mock test window will close when the time is up.

AFCAT 2025 Reference Books

The Indian Airforce conducts the AFCAT 2025 exam for recruiting Flying and Ground Duty Branches for the post of gazetted officers. AFCAT 2025 Syllabus consists of sections like General Awareness, Verbal Ability, Numerical Ability, Reasoning and Military Aptitude. Additionally, there are different sections for you opting for Ground Duty like Engineering concepts of Computer, Mechanical, Electrical and Electronics Engineering.

You must prepare well for all the topics of all these sections. There is plenty of study material and reference books available for the AFCAT 2 2025 exam, so it becomes difficult to choose the best books. You have to consider a few things while selecting AFCAT Books 2025.

The books should be of the latest editions, and they should cover all the topics in the AFCAT 2025 syllabus. It is important that the reference books also have old question papers sample papers, and mock tests. The following list contains some useful AFCAT reference books 2025.

• AFCAT for Flying, Technical and Ground Duty Branch with Solved Papers - Arihant Experts
• AFCAT - Arihant Experts
• Let's Crack AFCAT - SSBCrack
• SSB Interview: The Complete Guide - Dr N. K. Natarajan
• Manorama Yearbook - Philip Mathews
• AFCAT Exam Guide: For Flying and Technical Branch - R. Gupta
• Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations - R. S. Agarwal.

AFCAT 2 Preparation Tips 2025

Every candidate opts for a strategy to prepare for the exam. However, there are a few tips and tricks that are evergreen for the exam preparation which ease your preparation labour and complete the syllabus on time.

• You must read the syllabus carefully and know all the topics/subjects to study.
• After knowing the syllabus, you must make a study plan accordingly.
• You must be consistent with their study timetable and must revise the subjects thoroughly every week.
• You must start studying the subjects and topics months before the examination date.
• To be accurate and manage the time, you must also take online mock tests and practice the previous year's question papers.
• Candidates in case of any doubts must seek professional help and guidance to clear all the doubts of a particular subject or topic.
• Most importantly, you must remain consistent with your study plan and avoid last-minute preparations.
• Also on AFCAT exam day, you must remain calm and confident.

Candidates can also check the Best AFCAT Online Coaching

AFCAT 2 2025 Admit Card

AFCAT Phase 2 admit card 2025 will be released on the official website by the conducting body in August 2025. The admit card contains details such as the name of the candidate, roll number, exam centre, exam date, venue details, photograph, signature, and more.

You are advised to print out the AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2025 and verify the details mentioned. You must ensure that you read the instructions carefully and adhere to them. In case of any discrepancy in the admit card detail, you may contact the AFCAT Cell on 020 - 25503105 / 106 from Monday to Friday (9:30 AM - 1 PM & 2 PM - 5:00 PM) or email at afcatcell@cdac.in.

You must note that the AFCAT 2 Call Letter 2025 will not be issued offline and no one of you will get the admit card through post. Therefore, you must download it by logging in with your login credentials and keep a printout of the same as it is a very important document. The hall ticket must be carried to the AFCAT 2025 Exam Centre along with other essential documents.

AFCAT Exam Centres 2025

AFCAT will conducted in 102 cities across India on the scheduled AFCAT 2 2025 exam date. You could typically choose the exam cities while filling out the application form. They could choose a specified number of options, however, they will be allotted only one exam centre.

The AFCAT exam centre list 2025 is as follows:

AFCAT 2025 Exam Centre List
Muzzafarpur	Nasik	Ludhiana	Warangal
Udaipur	Kolkata	Silchar	Dibrugarh
Vadodara	Behrampur	Tirunelveli	Kohima
Belagavi	Gaya	Meerut	Mumbai
Thane	Guwahati	Kurukshetra	Hissar
Bikaner	Mumbai	Chandigarh	Rourkela
Jamshedpur	Sambalpur	Kurukshetra	Leh
Mathura	Allahabad	Ludhiana	Alwar
Madurai	Meerut	Jodhpur	Jorhat
Kochi	Mysore	Imphal	Solapur
Varanasi	Thiruvananthapuram	Mysore	Nagpur
Hyderabad	Patiala	Gwalior	Lucknow
Diu	Nizamabad	Gurugram	Kohima
Durgapur	Bhubaneswar	Bhuj	Mangalore
Bhilai	Mangalore	Bhopal	Nasik
Ghaziabad	Vijayawada	Kolkata	Tirupati
Patna	Muzzafarpur	Jalpaiguri	Amritsar
Nagpur	Jabalpur	Itanagar	Kolhapur
Haldwani	Noida	Leh	Dhanbad
Panaji	Delhi and NCR	Jaipur	Ranchi
Indore	Gorakhpur	Port Blair	Guntur
Agartala	Puducherry	Pune	Ajmer
Jalandhar	Rajkot	Dehradun	Kota
Jammu	Rourkee	Kannur	Lucknow
Jhansi	Faridabad	Shillong	Ganganagar
Kakinada	Shimla	Kochi	Mangalore
Kanpur	Sonipat	Ambala	Ludhiana
Aurangabad	Srinagar	Bathinda	Meerut
Vellore	Thrissur	Bhagalpur	Bengaluru
Visakhapatnam	Ahmedabad	Aizawl	Kota
Chennai	Kolhapur	Coimbatore	Bengaluru
Maharashtra	Kerala	Odisha	--

Note: No request for a change of centre would be considered under any circumstances.

AFCAT Exam Day Guidelines 2025

You must make sure to follow the AFCAT exam day guidelines when appearing for the examination. In case you miss out on the major rules, you may be debarred from taking the exam. Make sure to follow the do's and don'ts of the exam.

The list of items not to be brought to the AFCAT Exam Hall 2025 is as follows:

• Electronic Gadgets
• Textbooks or Notebooks
• Water Bottles
• Food

The list of items to bring at the exam centre is as follows:

• Admit Card
• Identity Proof
• Photograph
• Blue/Black Ball Point Pen

AFCAT Guidelines for Dress Code 2025

The ones appearing for the AFCAT 2 Exam 2025 must strictly follow the AFCAT dress code guidelines or else they won't be permitted entry into the exam hall. The AFCAT 2025 dress code guidelines are as follows:

1. Avoid wearing covered footwear, instead opt for slippers or sandals with flat feet only.
2. Avoid clothes with too many buttons, pockets, or chains, or full-sleeved dresses.
3. For Girls- simply wear a kurta or top
4. For Boys- simply wear a shirt
5. Any additional accessories won't be allowed in the exam hall.
6. Religious accessories should be gone through frisking.

Read More: AFCAT Exam Day Instructions 2025

AFCAT 2 Exam Analysis

The exam analysis is shared just after the exam concludes. The Phase 2 analysis will also be shared with the applicants. However, you are advised to check the Phase 1 analysis for their reference.

Particulars	Details
General Awareness	Moderate
Verbal Ability in English	Moderate
Numerical Ability	Moderate
Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test	Moderate

AFACT 2 Answer Key 2025

The commission will release the AFCAT 2025 2 answer key on the official website in August 2025, along with the response sheet. It will be available on the website, online in a PDF format and video format.

How to Calculate AFCAT Tentative Score 2025

You can easily calculate your AFCAT score even before the answer key is released. However, the result may be tentative, but will give you an idea of the marks being secured.

• Understand the AFCAT marking scheme, i.e., each correct answer is for +1, while each wrong answer gets a -1.

Now follow the AFCAT formula shared below:

AFACT Tentative Score= (3 x total correct answers)- (total incorrect answers)

AFCAT 2 Result 2025

AFCAT 2 2025 Result will be released on the official website of the Indian Air Force (IAF) in September 2025. The results will be published in the form of a PDF, where you have to look for their registration number and name for the result.

A separate merit list will be prepared based on the score secured by you for the next selection process. You must enter the login credentials prescribed to download their result PDF through the official website.

Also Check: AFCAT Normalization Process 2025

AFCAT 2025 Cutoff

The AFCAT cutoff 2025 marks will be released by the conducting authority along with the result. It is the minimum mark that you must fetch to pass the examination. It varies every year and is different for all posts and categories, however, you can refer to the previous year cutoff details to get a tentative idea of the current exam session.

The AFCAT cut-off marks 2025 will depend on various factors such as:

• Total candidates appearing in the exam
• Difficulty level of the exam
• Total Number of seats

The AFCAT previous year cutoff details have been listed below for your reference.

AFCAT Exam Year	AFCAT Cut Off	EKT Cut Off
AFCAT 1 Cut Off 2025	121	-
AFCAT 1 Cut Off 2024	137	-
AFCAT 1 Cut Off 2023	155	-
AFCAT 1 Cut off 2022	157	18
AFCAT 1 Cut off 2021	165	30
AFCAT 1 Cut off 2019	133	50
AFCAT 1 Cut off 2018	155	60
AFCAT 1 Cut off 2017	150	60
AFCAT 1 Cut off 2016	132	52
AFCAT 1 Cut off 2015	126	55

AFCAT Selection Process 2025

The AFCAT 2025 selection process will begin after the declaration of the result. You must check the AFCAT Interview Process 2025 in detail to pass it easily. The steps included in the same are as follows:

• Stage 1: Release of Application Form

Once the application form is released, you must register themselves by paying the mentioned application fee. Make sure to fill out the important details and upload scanned documents as required.

• Stage 2: Admit Card Release

After the application process closes, the commission announces the call letter around 10 days before the exam date. You must download it using their login credentials.

• Stage 3: Attempt the Exam

You must then appear for the exam on the scheduled date and time. The exam is held online and includes topics from sections, namely- General Awareness, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude Test, Verbal Ability in English, and Numerical Ability. There will be 100 questions while the total marks is 300.

• Stage 4: Declaration of Result

The commission will then declare the result on the website which again you can check by entering their login details. Following this, you will be called for the AFSB test.

• Stage 5: Attempt the AFSB Test

The AFSB test has three stages- The first stage comprises the Officer Intelligence Rating Test which has a picture perception and discussion round. The next stage comprises of a psychological test, a group test, and an interview.

• Stage 6: Final Selection List 

The final merit list is prepared based on your performance in the online test and the AFSB meeting.

AFCAT Salary Structure 2025

The AFCAT Salary Structure and Allowances for all the posts is given below.

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

AFCAT Officers are also given many benefits and allowances, which are mentioned below.

• Besides the salary AFCAT 2025 Officers shall also receive insurance cover of 1 Crore Rupees (serving officers) and an additional 12 Lakh Rupees to Flying Branch Officers.
• AFCAT 2 2025 Officers will also receive medical coverage for themselves and their family or other dependents, Loans, LTC, furnished accommodation, etc.
• They will also receive allowances accordingly as to the nature of their duty.

AFCAT 2025 Coaching Centres

You can refer to the below-mentioned coaching centres that you can go to for your AFCAT preparation 2025.

• Coaching Centres: Bangalore/ Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai, and New Delhi are the major coaching centres for AFCAT 2 2025 in India.
• Bangalore/ Bengaluru - Allen Career Institute/ No. 41, 6th Block, 17th Main, 100 Feet Road, Near Malabar Gold, Koramangala
• Chennai - Defence Academy Chennai/ No. 51, Cee Dee Yes Raceview Apartments, 600042, Five Furlong Rd, Guindy, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
• Mumbai - Tara Institute (Andheri Centre)/ No. 407/B, 4th Floor, Vertex Vikas, Near Railway Station, Behind Police Station, Andheri-East
• New Delhi - Cadets Academy/ No. M-3, Mukherjee Tower, Dr Mukherjee Nagar Near Batra Tower, Delhi.

AFCAT Contact Details

In case of any doubts or queries, you should contact AFCAT 2025 Exam authorities. The contact details of the exam authorities are stated below.

• Phone Number: 020-25503105 or 020-25503106
• Email ID: afcatcell@cdac.in.
• Timings: Monday to Friday - 09:00 AM - 01:00 PM & 02:00 PM - 05:00 PM