AFCAT 2023: Indian Air Force Opens 276 Vacancies for BE/B.Tech Students

Indian Air Force (IAF) has commenced the registration process for the Air Force Common Admission Test 2 (AFCAT 2) 2023, presenting an excellent opportunity for aspiring candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering (BE/B.Tech). This recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies in the esteemed Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branch.

Please note: The application window for Indian Air Force Recruitment 2023 is open till June 30, 2023 (5:00 PM). No offline application will be accepted.

AFCAT 2023: Key Highlights

Organization	Indian Airforce
No. of vacancies	276
Posts	3 (Flying branch, Technical ground duty and Non-technical ground duty)
Education qualification	B.E/B.Tech
Upper age limit	Flying branch - 20 to 24 years as on 01 July 2024 Ground Duty - 20 to 26 years as on 01 July 2024
Mode of application	Online
Application fees	INR 250
Last date to apply	June 30, 2023

AFCAT 2023 | Eligibility Criteria

The AFCAT 2 exam serves as a gateway for individuals dreaming of a career in the Indian Air Force. What sets this year's AFCAT apart is its inclusivity, as even final-year students pursuing their BE/B.Tech degrees are eligible to apply. This widens the scope for passionate individuals who are on the cusp of completing their engineering education.

As per Indian Air Force Recruitment 2023, aspiring candidates should meet the following criteria for the respective posts.

Interested candidates for the post of Flying Branch and Ground Duty can apply here: Air Force Recruitment 2023

A. Flying Branch of the Indian Airforce

Age	20 to 24 years
Nationality	Indian
Marital Status	Single
Gender	Men and Women
Educational Qualification	A minimum of 50% marks each in Maths and Physics at 10+2 level.
	BE/B. Tech degree (Four years course) from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. OR -
	Candidates who have cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
	Final-year students who do not have any present backlog and have secured a minimum of 60% marks up to the last semester

B. Ground Duty - Technical Branch of the Indian Airforce

Age	20 to 26 years
Nationality	Indian
Marital Status	Single
Gender	Men and Women
Educational Qualification	A minimum of 50% marks each in Maths and Physics at 10+2 level.
	BE/B. Tech degree (Four years course) from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. OR -
	Candidates who have cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India). OR -
	Candidates who have cleared Section A & B of the Aeronautical Society of India from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. OR-
	Candidates who have cleared the Graduate membership examination of the Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in given disciplines.*

*Some of the disciplines eligible for the post of Ground Duty (Technical) branches:

Aerospace Engineering
Aeronautical Engineering
Aerospace and Applied Mechanics
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
Applied Electronics & Instrumentation
Automotive Engineering
Communication Engineering
Computer Engineering/Technology
Computer Engineering & Application
Computer Science and Engineering/Technology
Cyber Security
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electronics Engineering/Technology
Electronics Science and Engineering
Electronics
Electronics and Communication Engineering
Electronics and Computer Science
Electronics and/ or Telecommunication Engineering
Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering (Microwave)
Electronics and Computer Engineering
Electronics Communication and Instrumentation Engineering
Electronics Instrument & Control
Electronics Instrument & Control Engineering
Electric Power and Machinery Engineering
Engineering Physics
Industrial Engineering
Infotech Engineering
Instrumentation & Control Engineering
Instrument & Control Engineering
Information Technology
Manufacturing Engineering
Materials Science and Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering and Automation
Mechanical Engineering (Production)
Mechanical Engineering (Repair and Maintenance)
Mechatronics
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
Nanotechnology
Production and Industrial Engineering
Robotics
Rubber Technology and Rubber Engineering.
Spacecraft Technology

C. Ground Duty - Non-Technical Branch of the Indian Airforce

Age	20 to 26 years
Nationality	Indian
Marital Status	Single
Gender	Men and Women
Educational Qualification - Weapon Systems (WS) branch	A minimum of 50% marks each in Maths and Physics at 10+2 level.
	BE/B. Tech degree (Four years course) from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent. OR -
	Candidates with a minimum of three years degree course in any discipline from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
Educational Qualification - Weapon Systems (WS) branch	A minimum of 60% marks each in Maths and Physics at 10+2 level. OR -
	Candidates who have cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India). OR -
	Candidates who have cleared Section A & B of the Aeronautical Society of India from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
Educational Qualification - Accounts Systems branch	A minimum of 60% marks each in Maths and Physics at 10+2 level.
Educational Qualification - Accounts Systems branch	Graduation in one of the following: B.Com degree Bachelor of Business Administration (with specialization in Finance) Bachelor of Management Studies (with specialization in Finance) Bachelor of Business Studies (with specialization in Finance) Qualified CA/ CMA/ CS/ CFA B.Sc. with specialization in Finance
Educational Qualification - Logistics branch	A minimum of 60% marks each in Maths and Physics at 10+2 level. OR -
	Candidates who have cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India). OR -
	Candidates who have cleared Section A & B of the Aeronautical Society of India from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
Educational Qualification - Education branch	Passed 10+2 and Post-Graduation with 50% in any discipline including integrated courses offering PG.
Educational Qualification - Education branch	60% marks in Graduation in any discipline.
Educational Qualification - Meteorology branch	Passed 10+2
	B.Sc. in Physics and Mathematics with a minimum of 60% marks. OR -
	Four-year Graduation in Engineering/Technology discipline with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in the select streams.

AFCAT 2023 | Application Fees and Salary

If you aspire to be part of the Indian Air Force and meet the eligibility criteria, seize this opportunity to apply for AFCAT 2.

As per the Indian Air Force Recruitment 2023 notification, shortlisted candidates will be granted a monthly salary ranging from a bracket of INR 56,100 to INR 1,77,500, depending on rank and position.

It is crucial to complete the AFCAT 2023 application process before the specified deadline, as no offline applications will be accepted.

The application fee for AFCAT-2 2023 is INR 250. Stay tuned to the official notification of Air Force Recruitment 2023 for revised numbers.

AFCAT 2023 | How To Apply

Eligible candidates who wish to apply for the post of Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branch can access the online application form here: Air Force Recruitment 2023

Please refer to the official notification of the Indian Air Force Recruitment 2023 to ensure you do not overlook any important information. Good Luck!

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