AFCAT 1 Exam Dates 2026 (Out): Exam, Application Form, Admit Card

Updated By Ankita Jha on 04 Feb, 2026 10:38

AFCAT 1 exam dates are released by IAF along with the official notification on its official website. AFCAT 1 exam date 2026 is today January 31, 2026. The exam is being conducted today by EdCIL in one single shifts from 10 AM to 12 Noon. The authorities will release the answer key along with the question paper and response sheet tomorrow February 1, 2026 at 5 PM. 

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AFCAT 2026 Exam Dates

AFCAT 2026 Exam Dates has been announced. It is expected that the AFCAT 1 2026 result will be released tentatively by the last week of February or first week of March 2026. AFCAT 1 2026 Result Date will be announced soon by IAF.

As per AFCAT 2026 Important Date, the answer key of AFCAT 2026 was released by IAF on its official website on February 1, 2026 at 5 PM. The authorities opened the AFCAT 1 2026 answer key challenge window from February 1 to 3, 2026 till 5 PM.

AFCAT 1 Exam Date 2026 was January 31, 2026. The application form for AFCAT 1 was released on November 17, 2025 and the last day to submit AFCAT 1 2026 application form was December 19, 2025. AFCAT 1 2026 Admit Card Download Link 2026 was activated on January 22, 2026.

The Indian Air Force administers the online CBT mode AFCAT Exam in two phases each year to invite students to get trained across flying as well as ground duty branches. To crack the AFCAT 2026 exam on the first attempt, you must gain a clear understanding of the nature of questions, total sections, subjects, marking scheme, and syllabus. Students eager to know more about AFCAT 2026 exam dates can go through the registration dates, admit card dates, etc.

AFCAT 2026 Latest Updates

  • Jan 31, 2026:
    • 1 to 2 questions asked from Average
    • 2 to 3 questions asked about percentages
    • 3 to 4 questions asked from Simplification

AFCAT 2026 Important Events and Schedule

AFCAT 1 2026 exam dates have not been released by the exam authorities yet. Till then, students can go through the AFCAT 2026 important dates given below. 

Events

AFCAT 1 Exam Dates 2026

AFCAT 2 Exam Dates 2026 

AFCAT Notification 2026

November 10, 2025 September 2026 (Tentative)

Online Application Begins

November 17, 2025September 2026 (Tentative)

Last Day for Application Submission

December 19, 2025September 2026 (Tentative)

AFCAT 2026 Application Form Correction Window Dates

December 23-24, 2025September 2026 (Tentative)

AFCAT 2026 Admit Card Release Date

January 22, 2026September 2026 (Tentative)

AFCAT Exam Date 2026

January 31, 2026 October 2026 (Tentative)
AFCAT 1 2026 Answer Key February 01, 2026October 2026 (Tentative)
AFCAT 1 2026 Answer Key Challenge WindowFebruary 01 - 03, 2026October 2026 (Tentative)

AFCAT Result 2026 Date

Last Week of Feb - First Week of March 2026October 2026 (Tentative)

Date for the Release of Cut-Off Marks

TBAOctober 2026 (Tentative)

AFCAT Final Merit List 2026

TBAOctober 2026 (Tentative)

AFSB Interview Dates 2026

TBANovember 2026 (Tentative)

Declaration of Final Results

TBANovember 2026 (Tentative)

AFCAT 2026 Exam Event-wise Time Slots

AFCAT 2026 exam will be conducted by the Air Force in two shifts. Students are recommended to reach the exam centre at least 30 minutes before the commencement exam so that they can avoid the last-minute rush. If students are willing to appear for the entrance, explore the event-wise time slots to stay updated.

Activity 

Details

Reporting time

8 AM

Gate Closing Time

9.30 AM

Verification of Admit Card, ID Proof, Biometric & Photograph capturing and Seating of Candidates

8 AM to 9.45 AM

Reading of instructions by candidates

9.45 AM to 10 AM

AFCAT exam 

10 AM to 12 Noon

Read here:AFCAT 2026 Syllabus

AFCAT Exam 2026 Events to Remember

We have compiled the AFCAT 2026 events that students must remember to stay away from any sort of inconvenience. 

AFCAT 2026 Notification

The official notification contains details on the application date, AFCAT 2026 exam pattern, syllabus, vacancies, and other necessary updates. 

AFCAT 2026 Application Form

AFCAT 1 2026 application form began on November 17, 2026. The application process is conducted online by the exam authorities. You can complete the AFCAT 2026 application process till December 19, 2025.

AFCAT 2026 Admit Card

Admit cards for the AFCAT 2026 exam are shared on the official website. Only registered candidates can access the hall tickets by entering their login credentials.

AFCAT 2026 Exam

The exam will be conducted in an online Computer-Based Test mode at various exam centres in India. Students have to answer questions on general awareness, reasoning, numerical ability, English, and military aptitude.

AFCAT 2026 Result

AFCAT results will be released along with the answer key and response sheets. Those securing equal or more than the cutoff score will be invited for an AFSB interview. Students can keep track of AFCAT 2026 results here.

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FAQs about AFCAT

By what time the document verification will start?

The authorities will verify the admit cards and identity cards from 7:30 am to 9:30 for the shift 1 AFCAT exam. Those appearing for the evening shift have to verify their documents within 12:30 to 2 pm.

Which are the top exam centers for the AFCAT exam?

Some of the popular exam centers for AFCAT include:

  • Ahmedabad
  • Bhilai
  • Chennai
  • Kolkata
  • Mumbai
  • Greater Noida

Is the AFCAT exam conducted in a single shift?

No, the AFCAT exam will be conducted in two shifts. The morning shift will be from 10 am to 12 pm while the second shift will be from 3 pm to 5 pm.

Where can I apply for the AFCAT I exam 2026?

You can apply for the AFCAT I exam 2026 by visiting the official website of the Air Force i.e. careerindianairforce.cdac.in or afcat.cdac.in.

When will the AFCAT 1 exam notification be released?

AFCAT 2026 exam has not yet been released by the IAF authorities. It is expected to be out in December 2026. 

Is the age criteria different for flying and ground duty branches in the AFCAT exam?

Yes, candidates applying for flying barcnhes must belong to the age group of 20 to 24 years. While ground duty branch applicants can apply for AFCAT if they are between 20 to 26 years old.

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