AFCAT 1 Notification 2025 Out for 336 Posts, Apply Online Begins From 2 December 2024

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the AFCAT 1 Notification 2025, inviting applications for 336 vacancies across Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branches. The online application process will commence on 2nd December 2024 and remain open until 31 December 2024. This recruitment drive offers aspiring candidates a golden opportunity to serve in the esteemed Indian Air Force, with training scheduled to begin in the first week of January 2026 at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal, Hyderabad.

AFCAT 1 Notification 2025 Out

AFCAT 1 2025 opens the gateway to an exciting and prestigious career in the Indian Air Force. With 336 vacancies on offer and structured training programs for all branches, candidates are advised to seize this opportunity. Online applications are invited for Short Service Commission (SSC) in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branches, commencing in January 2026.

AFCAT 1 Application Process 2024

Interested candidates can submit their applications through the official Indian Air Force recruitment portal starting 2nd December 2024. Ensure all eligibility criteria are met and necessary documents are prepared for a smooth application process.

The application fee for AFCAT 1 2025 is ₹550 + GST, which must be paid online while submitting the application form.

AFCAT 1 2025 Vacancy

A total of 336 vacant posts will be filled through this process. This recruitment is also eligible for the NCC Special Entry Scheme (for the Flying Branch)- 10% seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC and 10% sects out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC. The branch-wise men’s & women’s vacancies breakdown is tabulated below.

AFCAT 1 Training Details

The training duration varies based on the branch:

• Flying & Ground Duty (Technical): 62 weeks
• Ground Duty (Non-Technical): 52 weeks

AFCAT 2025 Age Limit

The candidates applying for the AFCAT 1 2025 must fall under the following age limit set, to be eligible for the course and training.

• Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years as of the commencement of the course.
• Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical): 20 to 26 years.

Candidates must be unmarried at the time of the course’s commencement.

AFCAT Salary Structure

Candidates selected through the AFCAT 1 2025 exam will be entitled to a starting basic pay of ₹56,100 under the 7th CPC Pay Matrix (Level 10). Additional allowances, perks, and benefits will further enhance the compensation, making it an attractive career opportunity. However, during the training period, flight cadets will receive a fixed stipend of ₹56100 p.m.