Last updated: September 11, 2026 at 12:03 AM
The Indian Air Force has declared the result of the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2026, which was held on 08.08.2026, on the official AFCAT portal. Candidates can view their individual result and download their scorecard by signing in at afcat.edcil.co.in using their registered login credentials. The cut-off for GATE Score Entry has also been declared, and qualified candidates will now move on to the AFSB interview stage for courses commencing in July 2027.
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AFCAT 02/2026 Result Overview
| Exam Name | Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 02/2026 |
| Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF), Ministry of Defence — AFCAT portal operated by EdCIL (India) Limited |
| Notification / Advertisement No. | AFCAT 02/2026 |
| Location | All India / Central Govt |
| Exam Date | 08.08.2026 |
| Result Declared On | 09.09.2026 |
| Result Status | Declared — individual result available only on candidate login; no public merit list PDF has been released |
| Branches / Entries Covered | Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical), Ground Duty (Non-Technical), NCC Special Entry, GATE Score Entry |
| Courses | Courses commencing July 2027 |
| Vacancies Advertised | 379 posts, as per the AFCAT 02/2026 notification |
| Next Stage | AFSB Interview (Stage I and Stage II), followed by document verification and medical examination |
| How to Check | Sign in at the AFCAT portal with your registered User ID and password |
| Official Website | afcat.edcil.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application window | 20.05.2026 (1100 hrs) to 21.06.2026 (2359 hrs) |
| Last date extended from | 19.06.2026 to 21.06.2026 |
| Application correction window | 29.06.2026 (1100 hrs) to 30.06.2026 (2330 hrs) |
| AFCAT 02/2026 written examination | 08.08.2026 |
| Objection window on provisional answer key | Opened after the exam and has since closed |
| AFCAT 02/2026 result declared | 09.09.2026 |
| GATE Score Entry cut-off declared | 09.09.2026 |
| AFSB interview schedule | Intimated individually through the AFCAT portal and registered email |
AFCAT 02/2026 Cut-off Marks
| Entry | Cut-off |
|---|---|
| AFCAT written exam (Flying and Ground Duty branches) | The Indian Air Force has not published a common cut-off in its public notice. The qualifying cut-off applicable to your entry is printed on your individual scorecard inside the candidate login. |
| GATE Score Entry (Ground Duty Technical) | Declared. Candidates who secured the prescribed minimum GATE cut-off are eligible for the AFSB stage through GATE Score Entry and are not required to qualify through the AFCAT examination. Status and further AFSB instructions are visible on the candidate login. |
Note: Figures circulating on third-party websites as the AFCAT 02/2026 overall cut-off are not from the official IAF notice. Treat only the cut-off shown on your own scorecard as final.
Next Stage After the Result
| Stage | Details |
|---|---|
| AFSB Stage I (Screening) | Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) test followed by the Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PPDT), held on day one at the allotted Air Force Selection Board. Candidates who do not clear screening are released the same day. |
| AFSB Stage II | Conducted over about five days for candidates who clear Stage I — psychological tests, Group Testing Officer (GTO) outdoor and indoor tasks, and a personal interview. Assessment is on the Officer Like Qualities model, not on marks alone. |
| CPSS / PABT | The Computerised Pilot Selection System applies to Flying Branch candidates and to those who opt to be considered for flying. It can be attempted only once in a lifetime. |
| Document Verification | Originals of educational, identity, category, NCC and GATE documents are verified at the AFSB centre alongside the testing. |
| Medical Examination | Recommended candidates undergo a detailed medical board as per Indian Air Force medical standards. |
| All India Merit List | Final selection is made from an All India merit list of AFSB-recommended and medically fit candidates, against the vacancies available for the courses commencing July 2027. |
| AFSB Centres | Air Force Selection Boards are located at Dehradun, Mysuru, Gandhinagar, Varanasi and Guwahati. The centre and dates are allotted individually. |
How to Check Your AFCAT 02/2026 Result
- Open the official AFCAT portal at afcat.edcil.co.in and click Candidate Login.
- Select the AFCAT 02/2026 link, or open the direct applicant login page.
- Enter your registered User ID and Password, then type the numbers shown in the captcha image.
- Click Sign In to open your candidate dashboard, where the AFCAT 02/2026 result and your qualifying status are displayed.
- Download the scorecard PDF, save a copy and take a printout to carry to the AFSB.
Note: The Indian Air Force has not released a public merit list or result PDF for AFCAT 02/2026. The result is available only through individual candidate login. If you have forgotten your password, use the Forgot Password link on the login page and check your spam folder for the reset mail.
Documents to Carry to the AFSB
| Document | Format / Notes |
|---|---|
| AFSB call-up letter | Printed copy, downloaded from the AFCAT portal once your AFSB centre and dates are allotted |
| AFCAT 02/2026 scorecard and admit card | Printed copies of the downloaded PDFs |
| Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates | Originals plus attested photocopies |
| Graduation / post-graduation mark sheets and degree | Originals plus attested photocopies; final-year candidates carry proof of appearing |
| Photo identity proof | Aadhaar, PAN, Passport or Driving Licence — original |
| Passport-size photographs | Recent colour photographs, in the number specified in the call-up letter |
| NCC certificate | Original, for NCC Special Entry candidates |
| GATE scorecard | Original, for candidates applying through GATE Score Entry |
The result notice itself does not itemise documents. The list above is general guidance for AFSB reporting — always follow the exact list printed on your own call-up letter.
Important Links
| Check AFCAT 02/2026 Result (Candidate Login) | Sign In to Check Result |
| Official AFCAT Portal | afcat.edcil.co.in |
| AFCAT 02/2026 Official Notification (PDF) | Download Notification PDF |
| Telegram Channel | Join Telegram Channel |
| WhatsApp Channel | Join WhatsApp Channel |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Do not go looking for a downloadable merit list — AFCAT results are released only through individual candidate login, so a result you cannot find on a third-party site is not a result that is missing.
- Do not treat a cut-off figure quoted on a coaching or news website as official; only the cut-off printed on your own scorecard decides your status.
- Keep your registered email and password safe, because the same login is used later for the AFSB call-up letter and every subsequent update.
- Download and save the scorecard PDF immediately instead of relying on a screenshot — a printed copy is needed at the AFSB centre.
- GATE Score Entry candidates should check their GATE status separately on the portal rather than assuming a low AFCAT score means rejection.
- Do not book non-refundable travel before the AFSB call-up letter actually appears in your login, since centres and dates are allotted individually.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Has the AFCAT 02/2026 result been declared?
Yes, the Indian Air Force declared the AFCAT 02/2026 result on 09.09.2026 for the examination held on 08.08.2026.
2. How can I check my AFCAT 02/2026 result?
Sign in at afcat.edcil.co.in with your registered User ID and password, enter the captcha, and open the AFCAT 02/2026 result in your candidate dashboard.
3. Is there a merit list PDF for AFCAT 02/2026?
No, the IAF has not released a public merit list or result PDF; the result and qualifying status are shown only through individual candidate login.
4. What is the AFCAT 02/2026 cut-off?
The IAF has not published a common cut-off in its public notice, so the qualifying cut-off applicable to your entry is the one printed on your individual scorecard.
5. What happens to candidates who applied through GATE Score Entry?
The GATE Score Entry cut-off has been declared, and candidates who secured the prescribed minimum GATE score are eligible for the AFSB stage directly without qualifying through the AFCAT examination.
6. What is the next stage after the AFCAT 02/2026 result?
Qualified candidates are called for the AFSB interview (Stage I screening and Stage II testing), followed by document verification and a medical examination.
7. When will the AFSB interview be held?
No common AFSB date has been announced; call-up letters, centres and dates are intimated individually through the AFCAT portal and registered email, so candidates should keep checking their login.
8. Which courses is AFCAT 02/2026 for?
AFCAT 02/2026 was conducted for 379 vacancies in the Flying Branch and the Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches, including NCC Special Entry and GATE Score Entry, for courses commencing in July 2027.
Disclaimer: The information above has been compiled from the official notification for the convenience of job seekers. Candidates are advised to verify all details from the official website before applying.
