If the blood of the country runs in your veins, then the Indian Air Force is calling you:

News India Live, Digital Desk: Have you also dreamed of flying in the sky after seeing an airplane in your childhood? Is it your passion to rule the skies wearing the national uniform? If yes, then this is a golden opportunity to turn your dream into reality. Indian Air Force has conducted one of its most prestigious examinations, AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) 1 2026 Official notification has been issued.

This is not just a job news, but a call for lakhs of youth of the country who want to touch the heights of the sky by becoming a part of the Indian Air Force.

When will the process start?

This is the first step to become an officer in the Air Force. If you’re ready, mark these dates in your calendar now:

• Last date to apply online: 16 December 2025

You will have about a month to prepare and fill the form, so start your preparations without any delay.

In which branches are there opportunities?

Air Force gives you an opportunity not only to become a pilot but also to serve the country in many other ways. Under this recruitment, one can become an officer mainly in these branches:

1. Ground Duty (Technical Branch): If you love machines and technology, you will work here in aircraft maintenance and engineering. There will be recruitment of Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical and Electronics).
2. Ground Duty (Non-Technical Branch): This branch has the responsibility of handling many important departments like administration, logistics, accounts, education and meteorological department.
3. NCC Special Entry: Youth who have NCC ‘C’ certificate get a special opportunity to get into the flying branch.

How to apply? (How to Apply)

The application process is completely online. When applications start from November 17, you can follow these steps:

1. On the homepage, go to “Candidate Login” and select “AFCAT 01/2026”.
2. If you are applying for the first time then register yourself first.
3. Fill the application form carefully with your personal and educational information.
4. Upload required documents like photo and signature.
5. Submit the form after paying the application fee.
6. Don’t forget to take a printout of your filled form.

This opportunity could be life changing. If you have the passion to serve the country and the courage to touch the sky, then start preparing.