AFCAT Shift Timings 2024: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is conducting AFCAT 2 2024 exam on August 9, 10 and 11, 2024. The admit card was made available on July 24, 2024. The exam is conducted in two shifts-morning and afternoon. According to the AFCAT shift timings, the exam time for the morning session is 9.45 am to 11.45 am. The exam time for the afternoon session is 2.45 pm to 4.45 pm. Read below for more details on AFCAT shift timings.
AFCAT Shift Timings 2024
AFCAT Shift Timings 2024: Indian Air Force (IAF) is conducting the AFCAT 2 2024 exam till August 11, 2024 across various cities spread throughout the country in two shifts. According to the AFCAT shift timings, the exam for the morning shift is conducted from 9.45 am to 11.45 am. The AFCAT 2 2024 exam for the afternoon shift is conducted from 2.45 pm to 4.45 pm. According to the AFCAT exam pattern, the test lasts two hours with no sectional timings. The subjects included in the test are General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability and Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test. The total marks allotted to AFCAT exam are 300. The details related to the AFCAT shift timings are mentioned in AFCAT admit card.
It is advised to reach AFCAT exam centre as per the reporting time mentioned on the admit card to complete the pre-exam verification process. The pre-verification process for Shft 1 is done from 7.30 am to 9.30 am whereas it is done from 12.30 pm to 2.30 pm for Shift 2. In case of any delay, candidates are not allowed to appear for the exam. In this article, we have provided AFCAT exam timings including reporting time, exam day guidelines, exam pattern and other details.
Q: What is the procedure of training of newly appointed Officers through AFCAT exam?
Training of newly appointed officers is conducted at Air Force Academy Dundigal (Hyderabad). The duration of training for Flying and Ground Duty (Technical) Branches is 74 weeks and that of Ground Duty (Non-Technical) Branches is 52 weeks at Air Force Training Establishments. Candidates are advised to keep themselves in good physical condition to adapt to physical training at AFA that encompasses running, swimming, rope climbing and other forms of physical training in which they are required to undergo mandatory tests during the training. Candidates should keep themselves fit by following the below-mentioned routine: Running upto 4 kms in 5 minutes Skipping Push-ups & Sit-ups minimum 20 each Chin ups: 8 Rope Climbing: 3 to 4 meters Swimming (25 m).
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AFCAT Shift Timings 2024
AFCAT exam is conducted to select Class 1 gazetted officers in flying branch and ground duty (technical and non-technical) branch. AFCAT shift timings highlight the time for exam shifts. AFCAT exam timings for Shift 1 is 9.45 am to 11.45 am and 2.45 pm to 4.45 pm for Shift 2. The table below provide AFCAT timings for Shift 1 and 2.
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| Paremeters | Shift 1 | Shift 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Candidates must read the directions |
9.30 am to 9.45 am |
2.30 pm to 2.45 pm |
| Biometrics, Photo/ Thumb Impression/ Sign on Attendance Sheet, and applicant seating in exam hall verification of admit card and ID proof |
7.30 am to 9.30 am |
12.30 pm to 2.30 pm |
| AFCAT shift timings |
9.45 am to 11.45 am |
2.45 pm to 4.45 pm |
AFCAT 2024 Reporting Timings
AFCAT reporting timings highlight the time when candidates need to reach the exam centre for the pre-verification process. AFCAT reporting time for Shift 1 is 7.30 am whereas it is 12.30 for Shift 2. The shift-wise reporting timings are given below.
| Shifts | AFCAT Reporting Time |
|---|---|
| Shift 1 | 7.30 am |
| Shift 2 | 12.30 pm |
Note: Pre-exam Verification is an important step and therefore, candidates should appear on time, else they will not be allowed in the examination hall and do not forget to carry the admit card with them.
Q: When will AFCAT 2 2025 notification be released?
AFCAT 2 2025 notification will be released in May 2025. The notification will be released in PDF form on the official website. The notification will comprise the details related to the exam. Candidates must read the notification before applying for the exam.
Q: When will AFCAT 1 2025 notification be released?
AFCAT 1 2025 notification was released on December 2, 2024. The short notification was released on November 22, 2024. The notification was released in PDF form and comprises the details related to the exam. It is important to read the notification before applying for the exam.
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AFCAT Exam Day Guidelines 2024
AFCAT exam day guidelines are prescribed by IAF. In the exam day guidelines, candidates can check the documents required along with the admit card, items that are allowed and prohibited, dress code, etc. Given below are the AFCAT exam day guidelines 2024.
- Candidates need to carry the following photo-identity proofs along with the AFCAT admit card:
- PAN card
- Adhaar Card
- Passport
- Driving License
- Voter Identity Card
- College Identity Card (or any other valid photo identity proof that mentions - name, father’s name, date of birth, and a clear photograph)
- Candidates must bring two colour photographs the same as the one uploaded during online application
- Candidates must carry a blue or black ballpoint pen for rough work and to sign the attendance sheet
- The following items are prohibited inside the exam centre:
- Textual material
- Calculators
- Docupen
- Slide rulers & log tables
- Electronic watches
- Mobile phones, Bluetooth, pager or any other electronic items
- Watches
- Wristbands
- Bracelets
- Handbags
- Ornaments,
- Coats
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AFCAT Exam Pattern 2024
Exams for the AFCAT and EKT are conducted in online mode. Candidates who choose the Ground Duty (Technical) branch must take the Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT). The question paper is set in English only. AFCAT exam has 100 questions in total, while the EKT exam has 50 questions. Candidates are given two hours to complete the AFCAT paper and 45 minutes to complete the EKT. Questions from the General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Military Reasoning, and Aptitude tests are included in the AFCAT test paper. EKT includes questions from Electrical and Electronics, Mechanical, and Computer Science. EKT carries 150 marks whereas AFCAT carries 300 marks. The structure of AFCAT exam pattern is given below.
| Particulars | AFCAT | EKT (Only for Technical Branch) |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Time |
2 Hours |
45 minutes |
| Exam Mode |
Online |
Online |
| Total Marks |
300 marks |
150 |
| Number of Sections |
|
|
| Total Questions |
100 |
50 |
| Exam Language |
English |
50 |
| Marking Criteria |
3 Mark for each right answer and -1 Mark for each wrong answer |
3 Mark for each right answer and -1 Mark for each wrong answer |
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Scoring above the cut off is esstential as it qualifies you for the next stage of the selection process, which is the AFSB interview. However, merely clearing the cutoff does not guarantee selection; a higher score can improve your chances of advancing in the merit list.
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AFCAT score is a crucial initial screening criterion. Alongside the AFCAT score, factors like performance in the AFSB interview, medical fitness, educational qualifications, and available vacancies determine your final position in the merit list.
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Achieving a good score in AFCAT is important because it increases your chances of qualifying for the AFSB interview. The scores enhances your position in the merit list. This improves the likelihood of selection. This boosts your confidence for subsequent selection stages.
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To be eligible for the AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test), you need to meet specific academic criteria based on the branch you are applying for:
For Flying Branch:
- You must have scored at least 50% marks each in Mathematics and Physics in 10+2.
- You should also have a bachelor's degree (minimum 3 y
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Answered 3 weeks ago
Candidates can calculate the probable scores using the AFCAT answer key in the following way:
- For correct answers, candidates score three marks
- One mark is deducted for every incorrect answer
- No marks are allotted to unattempted questions
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The minimum visual acuity required for the AFCAT exam is 6/9 each eye which can be corrected to 6/6 in each eye if the usual acuity below6/ 6 classic must be worn the corrected visual acuity should be 6/6 in the letter I and 6/18 in the worse side
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AFCAT 1 2024 vacancy break-up is given below.
| Entry Type | Post Code | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
AFCAT | Flying | 28 | 10 | 38 |
AFCAT Ground Duty Technical | AE (L) | 104 | 11 | 125 |
AE (M) | 45 | 05 | 50 | |
AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical | Admin | 44 | 06 | 50 |
LGS | 11 | 02 | 13 | |
Accounts | 11 | 02 | 13 | |
Ground Duty Non Technical | Education | 08 | 02 | 10 |
Ground Duty Non Technical | Weapon Systems WS Branch | 15 | 02 | 17 |
Meteorology Entry | Meteorology | 09 | 02 | 11 |
NCC Special Entry | Flying | 10% seats out of CDSE vacancies for PC and 10% seats out of AFCAT vacancies for SSC. | ||
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AFCAT 2 2024 vacancy break-up is given below.
| Entry Type | Post Code | Male | Female | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AFCAT | Flying | 18 | 12 | |||||
AFCAT Ground Duty Technical | AE (L) | 88 | 23 | |||||
AE (M) | 36 | 09 | ||||||
AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical | Admin | 43 | 03 | |||||
LGS | 13 | 14 | ||||||
Accounts | 10 | 11 | ||||||
Ground Duty Non Technical | Education | 07 | 02 | |||||
Ground Duty Non Technical | Weapon Systems WS Branch | 14 | 02 | |||||
Meteorology Entry | Meteorology | 08 | 02 | |||||
NCC Special Entry | Flying |
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered a month ago
AFCAT 1 vacancy break-up is given below:
| Entry Type | Post Code | Male | Female | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AFCAT | Flying | 21 | 9 | |||||
AFCAT Ground Duty Technical | AE (L) | 95 | 27 | |||||
AE (M) | 53 | 14 | ||||||
AFCAT Ground Duty Non Technical | Admin | 42 | 11 | |||||
LGS | 13 | 3 | ||||||
Accounts | 11 | 2 | ||||||
Ground Duty Non Technical | Education | 07 | 02 | |||||
Ground Duty Non Technical | Weapon Systems WS Branch | 14 | 03 | |||||
Meteorology Entry | Meteorology | 07 | 02 | |||||
NCC Special Entry | Flying |
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