The Indian Air Force (IAF) continues to open its doors to passionate and dedicated aspirants through competitive examinations like AFCAT, NDA, and Airmen X/Y Group. These exams serve as a golden gateway for young individuals to serve the nation with pride and honor.
📌 Key Updates
- AFCAT 2/2025 Notification: Expected to be released around June/July 2025. The exam will likely be held in August/September 2025 for Flying, Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) branches.
- NDA 2/2025 Exam: UPSC will conduct the exam in September 2025, offering entry into the Air Force wing along with Army and Navy.
- Airmen (Agniveer Vayu) Recruitment: The IAF is expected to release its next notification for Agniveer intake later in 2025.
📅 Important Dates to Remember
- AFCAT 2/2025 Notification: June/July 2025
- AFCAT 2/2025 Exam Date: August/September 2025
- NDA 2/2025 Exam Date: September 2025
- Agniveer Vayu Intake: Dates to be announced
🎯 Eligibility Snapshot
- Flying Branch: 20–24 years, Graduation with Physics & Maths at 10+2.
- Ground Duty (Technical): 20–26 years, B.Tech/B.E. in relevant stream.
- Ground Duty (Non-Technical): 20–26 years, Graduation with 60% marks.
- NDA (Air Force Wing): 16.5–19.5 years, 12th pass with Physics & Maths.
📖 Exam Pattern Highlights
- AFCAT: 100 questions, 300 marks, 2 hours (General Awareness, English, Maths, Reasoning & Military Aptitude).
- NDA: Written test (Maths & GAT) + SSB Interview.
- Agniveer Vayu: Online test + Physical Fitness Test + Medicals.
🏆 Why Join the Indian Air Force?
- Prestigious and adventurous career.
- Attractive pay, allowances, and lifestyle.
- Opportunity to serve the nation with honor.
- Training at the Air Force Academy (AFA), Hyderabad.
🔑 Preparation Tips
- Build strong fundamentals in Physics, Maths, and English.
- Practice reasoning and aptitude daily.
- Attempt mock tests (like Agani Defence Test Series) to simulate exam conditions.
- Focus on time management and accuracy.
✨ Stay tuned for official notifications and begin your preparation early to stay ahead in the race. Your dream to touch the sky starts with consistent effort and discipline!