Indian Air Force Recruitment for SSC Officer in Flying & Ground Duty Branches:

Indian Air Force Recruitment :The Indian Air Force is recruiting Short Service Commission (SSC) officers in Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branches. Online applications are invited for the courses commencing in January 2027 for grant of Short Service Commission (SSC) in Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) Branches. Online applications are also invited for NCC Special Entry. The notification was released on 08 Nov 2025. Applications are accepted online via the official website https://careerindianairforce.cdac.in or https://afcat.cdac.in from 01 Dec 2025 to 09 Nov 2025.

Indian Air Force Recruitment -Details of SSC Officer::

Explore the key details of SSC Officer below.

Pay as per Defence Pay Matrix Level 10 MSP Rs. 15500. Flying Officer Rs. 56100 – 177500. Note, Flying Cadets shall receive a fixed stipend of Rs 56,100/- per month during one year of training.

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Eligibility Criteria for SSC Officer:

Candidates must meet specific educational qualifications and age criteria to apply for the posts.
The eligibility details for the post(s) are provided below.
Here are details of Eligibility Criteria that candidates applying for posts in SSC Officer in Flying & Ground Duty Branches. Ensure you meet the following criteria to apply.

Indian Air Force Recruitment -Educational Qualification

• Flying Branch: Candidates should have mandatorily passed with a minimum of 60% marks each in Maths and Physics at 10+2 level and (a) Graduation (any discipline) with minimum 60% marks or equivalent or BE/B Tech with minimum 60% marks or equivalent or Cleared section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers or Aeronautical Society of India with minimum 60% marks or equivalent.
• Ground Duty (Technical) Branch: Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics) or (Mechanical) with minimum 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and four years degree/integrated post graduate qualification or cleared Sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers or Aeronautical Society of India.
• Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Branch: Details not specified in the provided file for specific streams.

Age Limit

• Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years as on 01 January 2027 i.e. born between 02 January 2003 to 01 January 2007 (both dates inclusive). Upper age limit for candidates holding valid and current Commercial Pilot License issued by DGCA (India) is relaxable upto 26 years i.e. born between 02 January 2001 to 01 January 2007 (both dates inclusive).
• Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical) Branches: 20 to 26 years as on 01 January 2027 i.e. born between 02 January 2001 to 01 January 2007 (both dates inclusive).

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Application Fees:

Know the application fee details before applying.
Online testing fee for AFCAT Examination and Fee Structure: Online AFCAT Examination fee Rs. 550/- + GST (non-refundable) for NCC Special Entry and Meteorology Entry not required to pay. Details of conduct of exam, examination centres and mode of payment available on website.

Selection Process:

Here’s how candidates will be selected.

1. The selection process includes AFCAT written exam, AFSB testing, medical examination, and final merit list.
2. For NCC Special Entry, direct entry to AFSB.
3. Physical and medical standards as specified.

Indian Air Force Recruitment :-How to Apply:

Follow these simple steps to submit your application for Indian Air Force Recruitment :

1. Apply online at https://careerindianairforce.cdac.in or https://afcat.cdac.in.
2. One time registration required.
3. Fill details, upload documents as specified.
4. Pay fee online if applicable.
5. No amendments will be allowed subsequently. Candidates should exercise due care while entering their date of birth.

Important Dates:

Heres the important dates for the recruitment.

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FAQs:

Got questions? Check these FAQs for quick answers.

1. Who can apply for SSC Officer in Flying Branch? Men and Women (SSC) aged 20 to 24 years (up to 26 with Commercial Pilot License) with minimum 60% in Maths/Physics at 10+2 and graduation/BE/B Tech.
2. What is the pay for Flying Officer? Pay as per Level 10, Rs. 56100 – 177500 plus MSP Rs. 15500 and other allowances.
3. Is there an application fee for NCC Special Entry? No, not required to pay any amount of Rs. 550/- + GST.
4. What is the tenure for SSC in Flying Branch? Fourteen years from the date of commissioning with no extension.
5. How to check vacancies? For vacancies please refer detailed notification on official website.