AnyNearJob Description & Details
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released a recruitment notification for 142+ Short Service Commission (SSC) Officer posts through AFCAT 02/2026 for Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) branches including NCC Special Entry.
Post Name
Short Service Commission Officers
(Flying & Ground Duty Branches)
Total Vacancies
142+ Posts
Age Limit
Flying Branch & NCC Special Entry
20 to 24 Years
Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical)
20 to 26 Years
(as on 01 July 2027)
Upper age relaxation applicable as per government rules.
Salary
₹56,100 – ₹1,77,500 per month
(Level-10 Pay Matrix)
Additional Benefits:
MSP ₹15,500
Allowances as applicable
Minimum Qualification
Graduation with minimum 60% marks
(Post-wise qualification applicable)
Technical Branch
Engineering degree in relevant discipline.
Non-Technical Branch
Graduation/Post Graduation depending on branch requirements.
Job Location
All India
Branch Wise Vacancies
Flying Branch (AFCAT)
35 PostsMale: 30
Female: 5
Ground Duty (Technical)
AE(L) / AE(M)
Vacancies: To be notified
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
Administration: 62
LGS: 06
Accounts: 07
Education: 03
Weapon Systems (WS): 26
Meteorology: 03
NCC Special Entry (Flying)
10% of CDSE & AFCAT vacancies
Selection Process
AFCAT Online Examination
Document Verification
AFSB Testing (Stage-I & Stage-II)
Medical Examination
Application Fee
AFCAT Entry
₹550 + 18% GST
(Non-refundable)
NCC Special Entry
NIL
Payment Mode:
Net Banking
Debit Card
Credit Card
UPI
Important Dates
Notification Release Date: 16 May 2026
Online Registration Start: 20 May 2026 (11:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply: 19 June 2026 (11:30 PM)
Job Description
IAF AFCAT officers are responsible for serving in Flying, Technical, and Ground Duty branches of the Indian Air Force. Officers manage aviation operations, administration, technical maintenance, weapon systems, logistics, education, and defense-related duties.
How to Apply
Eligible candidates must apply online through the official AFCAT portal by registering with a valid email ID/mobile number, filling the application form, uploading documents, paying the fee (if applicable), and submitting the application before the last date.