AFCAT 02/2026 Result – Declared
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially declared the AFCAT 02/2026 Result on 09/09/2026 for the course commencing in July 2027 across Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. Candidates who appeared for the online examination held on 08/08/2026 can now access their normalized marks and qualification status through the candidate login portal. Qualified aspirants must promptly log in to select their Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) interview center and slot before the selection window closes.
Important Dates
| Event |
Date |
| Online Application Start Date |
20/05/2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online |
21/06/2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment |
21/06/2026 |
| Exam City Intimation Date |
29/07/2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date |
05/08/2026 (11:00 AM) |
| AFCAT 02/2026 Exam Date |
08/08/2026 |
| Result Declaration Date |
09/09/2026 |
| AFSB Interview Dates |
Available Soon |
Application Fees
| Category |
Fee |
| AFCAT Entry (All Candidates) |
Rs. 550/- |
| NCC Special Entry |
Rs. 0/- |
Examination fees were payable strictly through online gateways, including Net Banking, Credit Card, Debit Card, and UPI. NCC Special Entry candidates were fully exempt from paying any registration charges.
Cut-Off Marks & Merit List Details
Age Limit (As on 01/07/2027)
- Flying Branch: 20 to 24 Years.
- Ground Duty (Technical / Non-Technical): 20 to 26 Years.
- NCC Special & Meteorology Entry: Age relaxation and specific age brackets apply as stipulated in the official notification.
Branch-Wise Vacancy & Eligibility Criteria
| Entry Type |
Branch |
Educational Qualification |
| AFCAT Entry |
Flying |
Bachelor Degree in any stream with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 Level, or B.E / B.Tech degree from a recognized University. |
| AFCAT Entry |
Ground Duty (Technical) - Aeronautical Engineering Electronics |
Minimum 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level, alongside a 4-year graduation or integrated PG degree in Engineering / Technology. |
| AFCAT Entry |
Ground Duty (Technical) - Aeronautical Engineering Mechanical |
Minimum 60% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level, plus a 4-year degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Aeronautical Engineering, or equivalent. |
| AFCAT Entry |
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) - Administration & Logistics |
Bachelor Degree in any discipline with at least 60% marks. Minimum height: Male 157.5 cm, Female 152 cm. |
| AFCAT Entry |
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) - Accounts |
Bachelor Degree in Commerce (B.Com) with a minimum of 60% marks. Minimum height: Male 157.5 cm, Female 152 cm. |
| NCC Special Entry |
Flying |
NCC Air Wing Senior Division 'C' Certificate with regular Flying Branch qualification norms. |
| NCC Special Entry |
Meteorology |
Post Graduate Degree in Science stream / Mathematics / Statistics / Geography / Computer Applications / Environmental Science as per notification norms. |
Selection Process
- Stage 1: Online Written Examination: 100 objective questions covering General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude (evaluated with negative marking of 1 mark per wrong answer).
- Stage 2: AFSB Testing: 5-day assessment consisting of Stage-I (Officer Intelligence Rating & Picture Perception and Discussion Test) and Stage-II (Psychological Tests, Group Tasks, and Personal Interview).
- Stage 3: Medical Examination: Comprehensive fitness evaluation conducted at designated Air Force Medical Establishments.
- Stage 4: All India Final Merit List: Prepared by Indian Air Force Headquarters based on combined scores of the online exam and AFSB interview, subject to medical clearance and vacancy availability.
How to Check AFCAT 02/2026 Result – Declared
- Open the official examination login portal at cdn.digialm.com or navigate via afcat.cdac.in.
- Enter your registered Email ID and Password along with the displayed security captcha code.
- Locate the candidate dashboard and select the "AFCAT 02/2026 Result / Scorecard" link.
- Review your raw score, normalized marks, official cut-off mark, and your qualification status for AFSB testing.
- Download your scorecard PDF and print copies for reporting at the assigned Air Force Selection Board.
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FAQs
When was the AFCAT 02/2026 result declared?
The Indian Air Force published the AFCAT 02/2026 examination scorecards on 09/09/2026 through the official candidate login portal.
What is the official website to check the AFCAT 02/2026 score?
Candidates can verify their results and download scorecards at afcat.cdac.in or through the direct Digialm candidate assessment link.
What credentials are needed to check the AFCAT result?
You must log in using your registered Email ID and account Password, alongside completing the image captcha verification.
What is the next step after qualifying in AFCAT 02/2026?
Qualified candidates must immediately complete their AFSB testing date and center selection process on the official portal before slots are auto-allotted.
What is the pay scale for commissioned officers selected through AFCAT?
Selected officers are commissioned in the rank of Flying Officer with pay entitlement under Pay Level 7, along with standard defense allowances.
What should I do if the result login page is not opening?
Clear your browser cache and cookies, switch to a desktop browser in private mode, or attempt logging in during non-peak hours when server traffic stabilizes.
Is there negative marking in the AFCAT examination?
Yes, each correct answer awards 3 marks, while 1 mark is deducted for every incorrect attempt in the objective online examination.
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