The Indian Air Force (IAF) is releasing the AFCAT 02/2026 Admit Card on 4th August 2026 on the official AFCAT portal. The AFCAT 2 written exam is scheduled for 8th August 2026. Candidates can log in with their registered Email ID and Password to download the hall ticket, which carries the exam date, reporting time, exam city, venue address, and roll number.
AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026 - Quick Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Conducting Body | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Exam Name | Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2026 |
| Official Website | afcat.cdac.in (login/admit card) and afcat.edcil.co.in (notification/application) |
| Exam City Intimation Slip | Released on 29th July 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 4th August 2026 |
| AFCAT 2 Exam Date | 8th August 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Online (Computer-Based Test) |
| Login Requirement | Registered Email ID and Password |
| Mandatory at Exam Centre | Printed admit card + valid original photo ID |
AFCAT 2 2026 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| AFCAT 02/2026 Notification Released | May 2026 |
| Online Application Start Date | 20th May 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date (extended) | 21st June 2026 |
| Exam City Intimation Slip Released | 29th July 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 4th August 2026 |
| AFCAT 2 Written Exam Date | 8th August 2026 |
AFCAT 2 2026 Vacancy Details
As per the AFCAT 02/2026 notification, the Indian Air Force has announced 379 tentative vacancies across the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches, under Permanent Commission (PC) and Short Service Commission (SSC) categories. The Indian Air Force's notification explicitly states that these numbers are provisional and may change based on organisational and training requirements, so treat this figure as indicative rather than final.
| Branch | Commission Type |
|---|---|
| Flying Branch | SSC |
| Ground Duty (Technical) | PC / SSC |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) | PC / SSC |
Branch-wise and gender-wise breakup (Men/Women, category-wise reservation) is detailed in the official notification PDF. For the exact numbers applicable to your category, refer to the official AFCAT 02/2026 notification rather than third-party estimates.
How to Download AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026
Follow these steps once the download link is live on the official portal:
- Visit the official AFCAT website: afcat.cdac.in
- Click on the "Candidate's Login" option on the homepage.
- Enter your registered Email ID and Password.
- Enter the Captcha code shown on the screen.
- Click "Sign In."
- Your AFCAT 2 2026 Admit Card will appear on the screen.
- Check every detail carefully, then download and print a coloured copy.
Keep at least two printed copies and a saved digital copy for backup, since the admit card is required at every stage until final selection.
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Details Mentioned on the AFCAT 2 Admit Card
- Candidate's name and photograph
- Roll number and registration number
- Exam date, reporting time, and shift
- Exam city and complete venue address
- Father's/Mother's name
- Signature and identification details
- Exam day instructions
Documents to Carry to the AFCAT 2 Exam Centre
- Printed copy of the AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026 (preferably coloured)
- A valid original photo ID with the same date of birth and signature as on the admit card (e.g., 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 ballpoint pen
Items Not Allowed at the Exam Centre
- Mobile phones and smartwatches
- Calculators or any electronic devices
- Any other communication or recording device
- Books, notes, or written material
Important Instructions for AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026
- Use a stable internet connection and an updated browser (Chrome or Firefox) while downloading the admit card.
- Keep your registration number, Email ID, and password ready before logging in.
- Cross-check your name, photograph, exam centre, and roll number immediately after downloading.
- Report to the exam centre well before the reporting time entry is typically not allowed once the pre-exam verification process begins.
- If any detail on the admit card is incorrect, contact the AFCAT authorities immediately through the official helpdesk/contact details listed on the portal to get it corrected before exam day.
AFCAT 2 2026 Selection Process
Candidates who apply through the standard AFCAT entry must clear the following stages in order:
- AFCAT Written Examination - an online objective test covering General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude.
- AFSB Testing (Stage 1 and Stage 2) - includes the Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) test, Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PPDT), psychological tests, group tasks, and a personal interview.
- Medical Examination - conducted by an Air Force medical board as per prescribed standards.
Candidates applying through NCC Special Entry or GATE Score Entry are exempted from the written exam and proceed directly to the AFSB stage, as per the official notification.
