The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the notification for the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 2 2024, aimed at recruiting officers in various branches, including Flying and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical). This article provides detailed information on the AFCAT 2 2024 notification, including the number of vacancies, important dates, eligibility criteria, application process, and more.
Overview of AFCAT 2 2024 Notification
The AFCAT 2 2024 notification was officially announced on May 30, 2024. Interested candidates can apply online from May 30 to June 28, 2024, through the official AFCAT portal. The recruitment drive aims to fill 304 officer positions in the Indian Air Force.
Key Dates
- Notification Date: May 30, 2024
- Application Start Date: May 30, 2024
- Application End Date: June 28, 2024
- Exam Date: September 2024 (tentative)
- Admit Card Release: A week before the exam
Number of Vacancies
The AFCAT 2 2024 recruitment drive offers a total of 304 vacancies distributed among various branches as follows:
Flying Branch
- Men (SSC): 18
- Women (SSC): 11
Ground Duty (Technical)
- Men (AE(L)): 88
- Women (AE(L)): 23
- Men (AE(M)): 36
- Women (AE(M)): 9
Ground Duty (Non-Technical)
- Men (WS Branch): 14
- Women (WS Branch): 3
- Men (Admin): 43
- Women (Admin): 11
- Men (Edn): 7
- Women (Edn): 2
- Men (Met): 8
- Women (Met): 2
- Men (LGS): 13
- Women (LGS): 4
- Men (Accts): 10
- Women (Accts): 2
Note: 10% of the positions in the Flying Branch are reserved for NCC cadets in AFCAT 2 2024.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria to apply for AFCAT 2 2024:
Educational Qualifications
Flying Branch
- 12th standard with a minimum of 50% marks each in Physics and Mathematics.
- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 60% marks.
Ground Duty (Technical) Branch
- 12th standard with a minimum of 50% marks each in Physics and Mathematics.
- Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) with a minimum of 60% marks from AICTE recognized institutions.
Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Branch
- Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 60% marks from a UGC recognized university.
Age Limit
- Candidates must be between 20 to 24 years old as of July 1, 2025. They should have been born between July 2, 1999, and July 1, 2005.
Application Process
To apply for AFCAT 2 2024, candidates need to follow these steps:
- Visit the Official Website: Go to https://afcat.cdac.in.
- Register: Create an account by providing the required details.
- Fill the Application Form: Enter your personal, educational, and contact information.
- Upload Documents: Upload scanned copies of necessary documents.
- Pay Application Fee: Submit a fee of ₹500 through the provided payment gateway. NCC candidates are exempt from the application fee.
- Submit: Review and submit the application form before the deadline.
Admit Card
The Indian Air Force will release the AFCAT 2 2024 admit cards approximately a week before the exam. Candidates must download the admit card from the official website and bring a printed copy to the exam center. The admit card will not be sent to candidates by post.
Exam Date
While the exact date for the AFCAT 2 2024 exam has not been confirmed, it is expected to take place in September 2024. The official exam date will be updated on the IAF website once it is announced.
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Conclusion
The AFCAT 2 2024 notification provides a great opportunity for aspiring candidates to join the Indian Air Force as officers in Flying and Ground Duty branches. Ensure that you meet the eligibility criteria and apply within the specified dates. Stay updated with the official website for any new announcements regarding the exam date and other important information.
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