The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the AFCAT 02/2026 Admit Card on 4 August 2026 for the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) Written Examination scheduled on 8 August 2026. The admit card is available for download on the official AFCAT portal afcat.cdac.in through the Candidate Login section, using the candidate’s registered Email ID and Password. The AFCAT 02/2026 notification was released in May 2026 for 379 tentative vacancies across Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches, offering Class-I Gazetted Officer commissions under both Permanent Commission (PC) and Short Service Commission (SSC). The Exam City Intimation Slip was released on 29 July 2026 ahead of the admit card. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card and a valid original photo ID to the examination centre without fail.
Important Note: Four things every AFCAT 02/2026 candidate must act on immediately. First, the exam is on 8 August 2026 – just 4 days from today – download the admit card now and take multiple printouts. Report to the exam centre well before the reporting time printed on your admit card; entry is generally not permitted once pre-exam verification begins. Second, the NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry candidates are exempt from the written test and proceed directly to the Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) stage – the admit card and written exam are applicable only to candidates applying through the standard AFCAT entry. Third, the Exam City Intimation Slip released on 29 July 2026 is not a substitute for the admit card – the city slip only indicates the allotted exam city for travel planning; only the admit card permits entry to the examination hall. Fourth, if any detail on your admit card (name, photograph, exam centre) is incorrect, contact the AFCAT helpdesk immediately through the official portal – do not wait until 8 August to raise the issue.
AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Exam Name | Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2026 |
| Tentative Vacancies | 379 (provisional; subject to change) |
| Branches | Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) |
| Commission Type | Permanent Commission (PC) and Short Service Commission (SSC) |
| Exam City Intimation Slip Released | 29 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Released | 4 August 2026 |
| AFCAT 2 Written Exam Date | 8 August 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Computer-Based Test (CBT) – Online |
| Login Credentials | Registered Email ID and Password |
| Admit Card Download Portal | afcat.cdac.in |
| Notification and Application Portal | afcat.edcil.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| AFCAT 02/2026 Notification Released | May 2026 |
| Online Application Opens | 20 May 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date (extended) | 21 June 2026 |
| Exam City Intimation Slip Released | 29 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Released | 4 August 2026 |
| AFCAT 2 Written Exam | 8 August 2026 |
| AFSB (Air Force Selection Board) Testing | To be notified after written exam result |
| Medical Examination | Final stage |
AFCAT 02/2026 – Vacancy Summary
| Branch | Commission Type |
|---|---|
| Flying Branch | Short Service Commission (SSC) |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | Permanent Commission (PC) and SSC |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | Permanent Commission (PC) and SSC |
| Total Vacancies | 379 (tentative) |
The vacancy count is provisional as stated in the official notification and may be altered without prior notice based on organisational requirements, training vacancies and cadre control measures. Branch-wise, gender-wise and category-wise vacancy breakup is detailed in the official AFCAT 02/2026 notification at afcat.edcil.co.in.
Details on the AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026
The following details are printed on the admit card. Candidates must verify each field carefully after downloading:
- Candidate’s full name and photograph
- Roll number and registration number
- Exam date – 8 August 2026
- Reporting time and shift timing
- Exam city and complete exam centre address
- Father’s/Mother’s name
- Exam day instructions
How to Download the AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026
- Visit the official AFCAT admit card download portal – Click Here
- Click on the “Candidate’s Login” option on the homepage.
- Enter your registered Email ID and Password.
- Enter the captcha code shown on screen.
- Click “Sign In”.
- Your AFCAT 2 2026 Admit Card will appear on screen.
- Verify all details carefully – name, photograph, roll number, exam centre and reporting time.
- Download the PDF and take a coloured printout. Keep at least two printed copies – one for the exam centre and one as backup.
AFCAT 2 Exam Pattern (Written Test – 8 August 2026)
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Mode | Online – Computer-Based Test (CBT) |
| Total Questions | 100 (Multiple Choice) |
| Total Marks | 300 |
| Duration | 2 hours |
| Subjects | General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning and Military Aptitude |
| Negative Marking | Yes (as per AFCAT pattern – 1 mark deducted per wrong answer) |
Documents to Carry to the AFCAT 2 Exam Centre
- Printed copy of the AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026 (coloured printout preferred) – mandatory for entry
- Valid original Government-issued Photo ID matching the date of birth and details on the admit card (Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driving Licence, or Voter ID)
- Passport-size photograph (same as uploaded during registration), if specified on the admit card
- Blue or black ball-point pen
Items NOT Permitted at the Exam Centre
- Mobile phones, smart watches and Bluetooth devices
- Calculators or any electronic gadgets
- Books, notes or any written material
- Communication or recording devices of any kind
Selection Process – AFCAT 02/2026
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| Stage 1 – AFCAT Written Test | Online CBT – 100 MCQs, 300 marks, 2 hours. Covers General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning and Military Aptitude. Applicable for standard AFCAT entry candidates. |
| Stage 2 – AFSB Testing | Air Force Selection Board testing in two stages: Stage 1 – Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) test and Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PPDT); Stage 2 – Psychological tests, group tasks and personal interview. |
| Stage 3 – Medical Examination | Conducted by an Air Force medical board as per IAF prescribed standards. |
Note: Candidates applying under NCC Special Entry or GATE Score Entry are exempted from the written examination and proceed directly to the AFSB stage, as per the official AFCAT 02/2026 notification.
Important Instructions
- Use a stable internet connection and an updated browser (Chrome or Firefox) when downloading the admit card.
- The admit card is required at every stage until final selection – keep it safely throughout the process.
- Report well before the reporting time printed on the admit card – late entry is generally not permitted once pre-exam verification begins.
- Do not confuse the Exam City Intimation Slip (released 29 July 2026) with the admit card – only the admit card permits entry to the exam hall.
- Cross-check your name, photograph, exam centre and roll number immediately after downloading.
- If any detail is incorrect, contact the AFCAT authorities through the official helpdesk/contact details on afcat.cdac.in immediately – before 8 August 2026.
- No electronic devices of any kind are permitted inside the examination hall.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Download AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026 (Candidate Login) | Click Here |
| AFCAT Official Notification and Application Portal | Click Here |
AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026 – FAQs
Q1. Has the AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026 been released?
✅ Yes. The Indian Air Force released the AFCAT 02/2026 Admit Card on 4 August 2026 on the official portal afcat.cdac.in. Candidates can download it now using their registered Email ID and Password.
Q2. When is the AFCAT 2 Written Exam 2026?
✅ The AFCAT 02/2026 written examination is scheduled on 8 August 2026 in Computer-Based Test (CBT) mode.
Q3. How do I download the AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026?
✅ Visit afcat.cdac.in, click on “Candidate’s Login”, enter your registered Email ID and Password, complete the captcha, and your admit card will appear on screen for download and printing.
Q4. What details are printed on the AFCAT 2 Admit Card?
✅ The admit card carries the candidate’s name, photograph, roll number, registration number, exam date (8 August 2026), reporting time, shift timing, exam city and complete centre address, and exam day instructions.
Q5. Is the Exam City Intimation Slip the same as the Admit Card?
✅ No. The Exam City Intimation Slip (released on 29 July 2026) only indicates the allotted exam city and is issued to help candidates plan travel. Only the Admit Card permits entry to the examination centre – the city slip alone is not sufficient.
Q6. What documents must I carry to the AFCAT 2 exam centre?
✅ A printed copy of the AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026 (coloured preferred) and a valid original Government-issued Photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN Card, Passport, Driving Licence or Voter ID) that matches the date of birth on the admit card. A blue or black ball-point pen is also required. Both the admit card and a valid photo ID are mandatory.
Q7. How many vacancies are there in AFCAT 02/2026?
✅ 379 tentative vacancies across the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches, under Permanent Commission (PC) and Short Service Commission (SSC). The number is provisional and may change based on organisational requirements.
Q8. Do NCC Special Entry and GATE Entry candidates need to appear in the written test?
✅ No. Candidates applying through NCC Special Entry or GATE Score Entry are exempt from the written examination and proceed directly to the Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) stage, as per the official AFCAT 02/2026 notification.
Q9. What is the AFCAT exam pattern?
✅ The AFCAT written test consists of 100 multiple-choice questions carrying 300 marks, to be completed in 2 hours, covering General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude. Negative marking applies.
Q10. What should I do if there is an error on my AFCAT 2 Admit Card?
✅ Contact the AFCAT authorities immediately through the official helpdesk or contact details listed on afcat.cdac.in. Raise the discrepancy well before 8 August 2026 – do not wait until the exam day.
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled from the official AFCAT 02/2026 admit card release and notification, issued by the Indian Air Force (IAF), available on the official AFCAT portals afcat.cdac.in and afcat.edcil.co.in. The 379 vacancies are provisional and subject to change as stated in the official notification. Candidates are advised to download their admit card directly from afcat.cdac.in and verify all details immediately. All links above lead only to the official AFCAT/IAF portals.
