AFCAT 2026 Complete Guide
Eligibility, Exam Pattern & Syllabus
Essential official details for Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) aspirants. Review age limits, educational qualifications, CBT exam scheme, and subject syllabus.
AFCAT 2026 Eligibility Criteria
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General Conditions & Nationality
Applicable across all AFCAT 2026 entry schemes
Nationality
Candidate must be a Citizen of India as per Government regulations.
Marital Status Rules
- Flying Branch: Candidates must be Unmarried.
- Ground Duty: Must be Unmarried if under 25 years of age.
AFCAT 2026 Exam Pattern
Comparison between AFCAT Main CBT and Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT).
| Feature | AFCAT Written Exam | EKT (Technical Only) |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Online CBT (Computer Based Test) | Online CBT (Computer Based Test) |
| Duration | 2 Hours (120 Mins) | 45 Minutes |
| Total Questions | 100 Questions | 50 Questions |
| Maximum Marks | 300 Marks | 150 Marks |
| Marking Scheme | +3 Correct • -1 Incorrect • 0 Unattempted | +3 Correct • -1 Incorrect • 0 Unattempted |
AFCAT Main CBT
Mandatory for all candidate categories (Flying, Ground Duty Technical, Ground Duty Non-Technical). Tests general aptitude across 4 subjects.
Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT)
Conducted immediately after AFCAT written exam for Ground Duty (Technical) candidates. Tests Core CS, Electronics, or Mechanical engineering fundamentals.
AFCAT 2026 Subject Syllabus
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Vocabulary & Grammar
- Reading Comprehension
- Error Detection
- Sentence Completion
- Cloze Test
- Synonyms & Antonyms
Comprehension & Usage
- Idioms & Phrases
- One-Word Substitution
- Analogy
- Sentence Rearrangement (Para Jumbles)
Arithmetic Basics
- Decimal & Fractions
- Simplification
- Percentage
- Profit & Loss
- Ratio & Proportion
- Average
Commercial & Applied Math
- Simple & Compound Interest
- Time & Work
- Time, Speed & Distance (Trains, Boats & Streams)
- Basic Area & Perimeter (Mensuration)
- Clocks
- Mixtures & Alligation
Verbal Reasoning
- Analogy & Classification
- Series Completion
- Coding-Decoding
- Blood Relations
- Venn Diagrams
Non-Verbal / Spatial Ability
- Pattern Completion
- Rotated Blocks
- Hidden/Embedded Figures
- Spatial Visualization
Defense & IAF Specific
- Joint Military Exercises
- Aircraft Inductions (Fighters, Transports, Helicopters)
- IAF Commands, Air Ranks & Insignias
- Operations & Weapon Systems
Current Affairs & Static GK
- National & International Current Events (Last 12 Months)
- Sports & Awards
- Indian History & Freedom Movement
- Geography, Indian Polity, Economy & Basic Science
AFCAT 2026 Preparation Milestone Checklist
Track key prerequisites prior to filling the application form.