The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the Exam City Intimation Slip for the AFCAT 02/2025 (Air Force Common Admission Test) scheduled to be conducted this year. This is a crucial announcement for all the aspirants who have applied for this prestigious examination and are aiming to join the Indian Air Force as commissioned officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches.
If you are one of the candidates waiting eagerly to know your exam location, you can now check the AFCAT exam city details online via the official portal. Please note that this is not the admit card but a prior intimation of the exam city allotted to help candidates make their travel arrangements in advance.
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Event |
Date |
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Application Start Date |
2nd June 2025 |
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Last Date for Apply Online |
1st July 2025 |
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Pay Exam Fee Last Date |
1st July 2025 |
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Correction Window |
14th to 15th July 2025 |
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Exam Date |
Will be notified later |
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Admit Card Release |
Before the Exam |
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Exam City Details |
07 August 2025 |
💰 Application Fee Details
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Category |
Amount |
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For AFCAT Entry |
₹550 for all categories |
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For NCC Special Entry |
No fee |
Payment can be made online through Net Banking, Credit Card, or Debit Card.
🎯 Age Limit (as on 01 July 2026)
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Category |
Age |
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Minimum Age |
20 Years |
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Maximum Age |
26 years |
· Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years (Born between 2nd July 2002 and 1st July 2006)
· Ground Duty Branch: 20 to 26 years (Born between 2nd July 2000 and 1st July 2006)
📢 Vacancy Details
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Post Name |
Total Posts |
Eligibility Criteria |
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Flying Branch |
03 |
3-year degree (60% marks) + 10+2 Physics/Math (50% each). OR 4-year BE/B.Tech (60% marks). NCC Special Entry: NCC ‘C’ certificate (post-15 Feb 2023). CDSE: Same as Flying Branch. |
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Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics - L) |
108 |
10+2 Physics/Math (60% each). 4-year BE/B.Tech (Electronics, Computer Science, etc., 60% marks). |
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Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical - M) |
48 |
10+2 Physics/Math (60% each). 4-year BE/B.Tech (Mechanical, Aerospace, etc., 60% marks). |
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Weapon Systems (WS) Branch |
24 |
10+2 Physics/Math (50% each). 3-year degree or 4-year BE/B.Tech (60% marks). |
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Administration (Admin) |
58 |
3-year degree or 4-year BE/B.Tech (60% marks). |
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Accounts (Accts) |
11 |
B.Com or Finance-related degree (60% marks). |
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Logistics (Lgs) |
16 |
Bachelor’s degree (3 years) in any discipline with 60% marks or equivalent. OR Cleared Section A & B of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India with 60% marks. |
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Education (Edn) |
09 |
B.Sc (Physics/Math, 60% marks) or 4-year BE/B.Tech (60% marks). |
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Meteorology (Met) |
09 |
B.Sc (Physics/Math, 60% marks) or 4-year BE/B.Tech (60% marks). |
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Based on CDSE and AFCAT vacancies |
10% seats |
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How to Check AFCAT 02/2025 Exam City Details?
Follow the steps below to check your allotted AFCAT exam city:
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Visit the official AFCAT website:
Go to https://afcat.cdac.in or search “AFCAT official site” on Google. -
Login using credentials:
Use your registered email ID and password (used during application). -
Navigate to the exam section:
Once logged in, locate the section that mentions “Exam City Intimation” or “View Exam Details.” -
Download the slip:
The system will display the exam city assigned to you. You can take a screenshot or download the slip for future reference. -
Wait for Admit Card:
Please remember that this slip is not your admit card. The final admit card will be released soon and will contain your exam centre address, timings, reporting time, and instructions.
What to Do After Knowing Your Exam City?
Knowing your exam city in advance is helpful for multiple reasons. Here's what you should do next:
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Book tickets: If your exam center is in a different city, book your travel tickets (train/flight/bus) at the earliest to avoid last-minute fare hikes or unavailability.
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Plan accommodation: Search for affordable hotels or hostels near the exam centre. It is best to reach a day before to avoid last-minute stress.
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Stay updated: Keep checking the official AFCAT portal for further updates like the exact exam date, admit card release, and exam-day guidelines.
Key Documents Required on Exam Day
You will need the following on the day of the examination:
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Printed AFCAT Admit Card (when released)
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Original valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar card, Passport, Driving License, Voter ID, etc.)
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Recent passport-size photographs
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A blue or black ballpoint pen
Candidates are advised to carefully read the instructions mentioned on the admit card before appearing for the exam.
Pro Tips for Candidates
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Prepare with focus: With the exam date nearing, now is the time to revise concepts, practice mock tests, and brush up on current affairs.
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Stay healthy: Don’t ignore your health. Eat well, sleep enough, and maintain a regular study routine.
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Avoid last-minute rush: Ensure you reach your exam city a day in advance if it’s not your hometown.
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Follow official updates only: Stick to the official AFCAT website or IAF’s notifications for any update. Avoid relying on unofficial sources.