AFCAT 1 Application Process 2026: Apply Online till 14 December

AFCAT 1 Application Process 2026 starts on November 17, 2025, and will end on December 14, 2025. For this, candidates must at first register themselves at the official AFCAT portal, then fill in the application form, upload required documents, pay the application fee and submit. After application process ends, IAF will open a correction window, through which candidates can edit their application form. Candidates who are Indian citizens (men and women), aged 20 to 24 years for the Flying Branch and 20 to 26 years for Ground Duty, and have meet the required educational qualifications as per branch can apply for AFCAT 1 2026 before the last date.

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AFCAT 1 Application Dates 2026

Indian Air Force has released AFCAT 1 2026 notice on November 3, 2025. Candidates can check the important AFCAT 1 2026 application dates in the table below:

How to Apply Online for AFCAT 1 2026?

AFCAT 1 2026 application process begans on November 17, 2025. Candidates interested in joining Indian Air Force must complete the online application form within the specified dates. Candidates can follow the steps below to apply for AFCAT 1 2026:

AFCAT 1 2026 Registration

1. Visit the official AFCAT 1 application portal.
2. Click on the link for “AFCAT 1 2026 Application Form.”
3. Complete the registration by entering basic personal details.
4. Click on the submit button. The registration ID and password of the candidate will be generated.

AFCAT 1 2026 Application Form :

1. Log in using the Registration ID and Password.
2. Fill in personal, educational, and communication details.
3. Select your Exam City Preference from the available options.
4. Upload scanned copies of your Photograph, Signature, and Thumb Impression as per specifications.
5. Pay the application fee through online payment modes (Credit/Debit Card or Net Banking).
6. Verify all the entered details and click on ‘Submit’.
7. Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

AFCAT 1 2026 Application Fee

Candidates can pay AFCAT 1 2026 application fee only through online mode only. The payment can be made using a Credit Card, a Debit Card, or Net Banking. The application fee for various categories is given below:

AFCAT 1 2026 application fee, once paid, will not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates must ensure the payment is made successfully to complete the application process.

AFCAT 1 Application Correction Window 2026

AFCAT 2026 Application Correction Window will be available for the candidates to make corrections in the necessary fields. Applicants can edit specific details such as personal information, educational qualifications, and can also re-upload documents, photographs, or signatures if needed. Follow the steps below to make corrections in AFCAT 2026 application form:

Step 1: Visit the official AFCAT website - afcat.cdac.in and click on the ‘AFCAT 2026 Application Correction’ link.

Step 2: Log in using your registered email ID and password.

Step 3: Make the necessary corrections in the form, such as updating personal details, academic qualifications, or re-uploading documents, photographs, or signatures if required.

Step 4: Review all the updated details carefully and click on ‘Submit’ to confirm the changes.

Candidates must note that once AFCAT 2026 Application Correction Window closes, no further modifications will be allowed. Candidates who have successfully submitted their applications can download AFCAT 2026 Admit Card from the official website a few days before the exam.