About the AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026 for the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2026. This hall ticket is crucial for candidates appearing in the written examination scheduled for 8 August 2026. Aspirants can download their admit cards from the official AFCAT portal, afcat.cdac.in, by logging in with their registered credentials.
Key Dates for AFCAT 2 2026
The AFCAT 02/2026 written examination is set for 8 August 2026. The admit card for this exam was released on 4 August 2026.
| Event |
Date |
| Online Application Start Date |
20 May 2026 |
| Online Application Last Date (extended) |
21 June 2026 |
| Exam City Intimation Slip Released |
29 July 2026 |
| Admit Card Release Date |
04 August 2026 |
| AFCAT 2 Written Exam Date |
08 August 2026 |
AFCAT 2 2026 Vacancy Overview
A total of 379 tentative vacancies have been announced by the Indian Air Force for the AFCAT 02/2026 recruitment. These positions are available across the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches, under both Permanent Commission (PC) and Short Service Commission (SSC) categories.
| Branch |
Commission Type |
| Flying Branch |
SSC |
| Ground Duty (Technical) |
PC / SSC |
| Ground Duty (Non-Technical) |
PC / SSC |
The official notification PDF contains detailed branch-wise and gender-wise breakdowns, including category-wise reservations.
Steps to Download AFCAT 2 Hall Ticket 2026
Candidates can easily download their AFCAT 2026 Admit Card by following these steps:
- Visit the official AFCAT website: afcat.cdac.in
- Click on the "Candidate's Login" option on the homepage.
- Enter your registered Email ID and Password.
- Input the Captcha code displayed on the screen.
- Click "Sign In" to proceed.
- Your AFCAT 2 2026 Admit Card will be displayed.
- Carefully verify all details, then download and print a coloured copy for the exam.
It is advisable to keep at least two printed copies and a digital backup of the admit card, as it is required throughout the selection process.
Information on Your AFCAT 2 Admit Card
The admit card will contain several important details for the candidate and the examination.
- Candidate's name and photograph
- Roll number and registration number
- Exam date, reporting time, and shift
- Exam city and complete venue address
- Father's/Mother's name
- Signature and identification details
- Essential exam day instructions
Documents Required at the Exam Centre
On the day of the AFCAT 2 2026 exam, candidates must carry specific documents.
- A printed copy of the AFCAT 2 Admit Card 2026 (preferably coloured).
- A valid original photo ID (e.g., Aadhaar Card, PAN Card, Passport, Driving Licence, or Voter ID) with the same date of birth and signature as on the admit card.
- Passport-size photograph (identical to the one uploaded during registration), if explicitly requested on the admit card.
- A blue or black ballpoint pen.
Prohibited Items at the Exam Centre
To maintain exam integrity, certain items are strictly forbidden inside the examination hall.
- Mobile phones and smartwatches.
- Calculators or any other electronic devices.
- Any communication or recording device.
- Books, notes, or any other written material.
Important Instructions for Admit Card
Candidates should adhere to the following guidelines regarding their admit card:
- Ensure a stable internet connection and use an updated browser (Chrome or Firefox) when downloading the admit card.
- Have your registration number, Email ID, and password readily available before attempting to log in.
- Immediately after downloading, thoroughly cross-check your name, photograph, exam centre, and roll number for any discrepancies.
- Report to the exam centre well in advance of the specified reporting time, as entry is typically restricted once the pre-exam verification process commences.
- If any information on the admit card is incorrect, contact the AFCAT authorities without delay via the official helpdesk or contact details provided on the portal to facilitate corrections before the exam date.
AFCAT 2026 Selection Stages
The selection process for candidates applying through the standard AFCAT entry involves multiple stages.
- AFCAT Written Examination — an online objective test covering General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude.
- AFSB Testing (Stage 1 and Stage 2) — includes the Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) test, Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PPDT), psychological tests, group tasks, and a personal interview.
- Medical Examination — conducted by an Air Force medical board as per prescribed standards.
Candidates applying via NCC Special Entry or GATE Score Entry are exempt from the written exam and proceed directly to the AFSB stage, as detailed in the official notification.
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