AFCAT Exam Highlights

 

 

 

AFCAT  Exam Highlights

 

Features	Details
Exam name	AFCAT
Conducted by	Indian Air Force
Exam level	National
Exam frequency	Twice a year
Exam mode	Online
Exam syllabus	AFCAT: General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability and Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test EKT: Mechanical, Computer Science and Electrical & Electronics
Exam pattern	The question paper of AFCAT comprises a total of 100 objective questions. The total marks allotted to the test are 300 EKT comprises a total of 50 questions. The maximum marks allotted to the test are 150
Exam Language	English
Exam Fees	Rs 250 for AFCAT entry
Exam purpose	To select Group AGazetted Officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches
Contact details	020-25503105 or 020-25503106
Official email ID	afcat.cdac.in

 

 

AFCAT Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for AFCAT exam, candidates need to fulfil the following criteria

Nationality: Candidates must be a citizen of India

Age limit: The age limits prescribed for the exam are different for different branches. The table below contains the age limit for different branches.

 

Branches	Age Limit
Flying branch	Candidates should be between 20 and 24 years. The upper age limit for candidates having a Commercial Pilot License is relaxed up to 26 years
Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branch	The age of candidates should be between 20 and 26 years

 

 

Martial Status

·         Candidates below 25 years of age must be unmarried at the time of commencement of the course

·         Widows/Widowers and divorcees below 25 years are also not eligible

·         Married candidates above 25 years are eligible to apply, but during their training period, they are neither provided married accommodation nor can they live with family

 

Educational Qualifications

 

Branch	Educational qualification
Flying branch	Candidates must have passed Class 12 with 60 per cent in Maths and Physics. They must also hold a graduation degree in any discipline/BE/BTech/cleared section A and B exam of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised University with 60 per cent
Ground Duty Technical Branch	Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) Passed Class 12 with 60  per cent each in Physics and Mathematics and four years degree in Engineering/Technology Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical) Candidates must have passed Class 12 with 60 per cent in Physics and Mathematics and degree/integrated post-graduation in Engineering/Technology.
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches	Administration Graduation in any discipline with minimum 60 per cent
Education	Completed MBA/MCA or MA/MSc in English/Physics/Mathematics/Chemistry/ Statistics/ International relations/ International Studies/ Defence Studies/ Psychology/ Computer Science/ IT/ Management/ Mass Communication/ Journalism/ Public Relation with 50 per cent and 60 per cent in graduation.

 

Physical and Medical Standards

Candidates should be medically and physically fit to be eligible to carry out their duties and responsibilities properly.

To know more on AFCAT eligibility criteria visit:    https://afcat.cdac.in/AFCAT/

Careerbandhu Course for you

 

Our Course

Sl No	Section	Subject	No of sessions	Duration	Total Duration (Hours)	Remarks
1		Intro	1	2 hour	2	AFCAT
2	I	Elementary Mathematics	27	120 min Each	54	AFCAT
3	II	English	30	120 min Each	60	AFCAT
4	III	Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test	24	120 min Each	48	AFCAT
5	IV	General Knowledge	30	120 min Each	60	AFCAT
6	V	Workshop	10		20
		Total Hours	122		244

 

One session comprises 90 min teaching and 30 min assimilation test. Some of the sessions will be pre-recorded.

 

We Cover

·General Awareness: History, Basic Sciences, Geography, Sports, Defence, Culture, Current Affairs, Environment, Civics, Politics, Art, etc.

·Numerical Ability: Decimal Fraction, Average, Ratio & Proportion, Profit & Loss, Simple Interest, Percentage, Simplification.

·Verbal Ability in English: Comprehension, Sentence Completion, Synonyms, Testing of Vocabulary, Antonyms, Error Detection, etc.

·Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test section: Verbal Skills and Spatial Ability

 

 

AFCAT Dates 2022

 

AFCAT dates  are provided below for both sessions of the exam. 

 

AFCAT I dates 2022

AFCAT 2022 Events	AFCAT 2022 Dates	Salient Features
Release of short notification	November 2021	IAF had released the short notice
Release of detailed notification	Last week of November 2021	The detailed notification was released in PDF
Application Form	First week of December 2021	The application forms were made available online on the official website
Last date to apply	Last week of December 2021	Candidates could fill the application form and pay the fees online.
Online Exam	Mid of February 2022	The exam was conducted online across various cities in the country and in multiple sessions.
Admit Card	First week of February 2022	The admit card of AFCAT was available online on the official website. Candidates can download the admit card till the day of the exam.
Result	Second week of March 2022	AFCAT result was announced online. Candidates could check their results from the official website.

 

 

AFCAT II dates 2022

Candidates can check below the tentative dates for AFCAT 2 exam.

AFCAT 2022 Events	AFCAT 2022 Dates (Tentative)	Salient Features
Release of notification	Last week of May 2022	AFCAT notification will be released in PDF form
Application form	First week of June 2022	The application form of AFCAT 2 will be available in online mode
Last date to apply	Last week of June 2022	Candidates could fill the application form and pay the fees online
Exam date	Last week of August 2022	The exam will be conducted across various cities spread throughout the country
Admit Card	Second week of August 2022	The admit card will be made available for candidates who will successfully registered for the exam
Result	Third week of September 2022	The result will be announced online on the official website

AFCAT Vacancies (tentative)

The AFCAT 2022 official vacancies have not been announced yet

                                                                                     

AFCAT Cut off 

Take a look below at AFCAT cut offs from 2014 to 2021.

AFCAT	AFCAT Cut Off	EKT Cut Off
AFCAT (2) 2021	157	18
AFCAT (1) 2021	165	30
AFCAT (2) 2020	155	40
AFCAT (1) 2019	133	50
AFCAT (2) 2018	140	55
AFCAT (1) 2018	155	60
AFCAT (2) 2017	160	60
AFCAT (1) 2017	150	60
AFCAT (2) 2016	148	60
AFCAT (1) 2016	132	52
AFCAT (2) 2015	144	52
AFCAT (1) 2015	126	55
AFCAT (2) 2014	123	45

 

AFCAT – FAQs

 

Q. How many times AFCAT is conducted in a year?

A. AFCAT exam is conducted twice a year in February and August/September by Indian Air Force.  

Q. How many times I can give the AFCAT exam?

A. There is no capping in the number of attempts in the AFCAT exam. Candidates falling with the prescribed age limit can appear for the exam.

 

Q. Can I apply for AFCAT after Class 12?

A. No, to be eligible for the AFCAT exam candidates must be a graduate.

Q: When AFCAT (2) 2021 notification is expected to be released?

A: AFCAT (2) 2021 notification is expected to be released by the IAF in June. 

Q: When AFCAT (2) 2021 exam will be conducted?

A: AFCAT (2) 2021 exam is expected to be conducted on August 21 and 22 for candidates who will successfully apply for the exam.

Q. How the merit list for AFSB Interview prepared?

A. The merit list to select candidates for the AFSB test is prepared from those who scores the minimum qualifying marks.

Q. What is the salary of a flying officer selected through AFCAT?

A. The salary of a flying officer selected through AFCAT is Rs 56,100 to 1,10,700.

Q. How the candidates are selected for training after the final appointment through AFCAT?

A. Candidates recommended by AFSBs and found medically fit are selected for training based on the merit and availability of vacancies.

Q. What is the minimum acceptable height in AFCAT exam?

A. The minimum acceptable height for male candidates in Ground Duty (Technical/Non-technical) Branch is 157.5 cms. For women candidates, the minimum acceptable height is 152 cms. The minimum acceptable height for men and women candidates in Flying Branch is 162.5 cms.

Q. When AFCAT (1) 2021 result was announced?

A. AFCAT (1) 2021 result was announced on March 9. To download the result from the official website, candidates need to enter email ID, password and captcha code.

Q. When were AFCAT (1) 2021 and AFCAT (2) 2021 exam conducted?

A. AFCAT (1) 2021 exam was conducted on February 20, 21, and 22 and Aug 28-30 by the Indian Air Force. The exam was conducted in multiple shifts.

Q. What was the cut off marks for AFCAT (I) 2021 exam?

A. AFCAT (I) cut off was 165 while EKT cut off was 30.

Q. What was the cut off marks for AFCAT (2) 2021 exam?

A. AFCAT (2) cut off was 157 while EKT cut off was 18.

 

Q. Will I be eligible for the AFSB interview if I did not clear the EKT cutoff in the exam but cleared the AFCAT cutoff?

A. Yes, you will be eligible for the AFSB interview only if you have selected other Non-Technical branches such as administration, flying, etc. You will not be considered for the Technical Branch. 

Q. Is it compulsory to clear EKT cutoff along with AFCAT cutoff, if applied for both? 

A. Yes, you need to clear both the cutoffs for EKT and AFCAT if you have applied for both.

Q. Is the score of 191 in AFCAT decent enough to make it to the merit list? 

A. Yes, a score of 191 is very high and it is above average score. You will be considered on the merit list if you clear the AFSB interview.

Q. How AFCAT marks are decided?

A. AFCAT marks are decided based on the number of factors such as difficulty level, number of vacancies, and number of test-takers. 

Q. Do we need to pass separately in each section?

A. There is no sectional AFCAT cut off in AFCAT exam. The total marks of AFCAT exam are 300, out of which you have to score above the cutoff marks. AFCAT cutoff usually ranges from 120 to 150 marks.

Q. Is it true that not every candidate who scored AFCAT cut off is called for AFSB but only 5,000 of them are for the same?

A. No, all candidates who secure above the AFCAT cut off marks are called for AFSB. 

Q. I have scored 166 marks in the AFCAT exam and the cut off is 140, is there any chance of getting through the merit list?

A. Yes, you will be considered for the merit list of the AFSB interview.

Q. I scored one mark above the cutoff, is there any chance of selection?

A. Yes, you will be declared qualified in the online test of AFCAT. You need to prepare well for all the stages of AFSB test. 

Q. How many candidates qualify the AFCAT exam?

A. Around 10,000 candidates are selected for the AFSB test based on their performance in the online test. 

Q. Is there any sectional cut off in AFCAT exam?

A. No, there is no sectional cut off for AFCAT exam. Candidates need to secure the overall cut off marks.

 

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