AFCAT

The tips and tricks to prepare for AFCAT AFSB interview are given below:
Candidates should start reading the newspaper daily. It also helps candidates in improving their communication skills as well as current affairs. Besides, reading newspapers helps candidates in keeping themselves updated with the latest news
Candidates should exercise daily to increase the stamina and physical strength
Candidates must learn some basic things about Indian Air Force such as missiles, commands and aircrafts
Since the OIR test comprise Non-Verbal/Verbal Reasoning skill test, they should try to solve the maximum number of questions from figure embedded, series completion and odd figure out

The important topics for AFCAT General Awareness section are History, Geography, Civics, Politics, Current Affairs, Environment, Basic Science, Defence, Art, Culture, Sports, etc. The tips and tricks to crack the AFCAT General Awareness section are given below:
Candidates must review the syllabus for General Awareness section. This give candidates an idea of the topics that are covered in the test
Candidates must look for study materials such as online resources that have extensively covered the General Awareness section
Make a study schedule for General Awareness section
Practice through mock tests
Stay up to date with current events
Candidates should stay calm and take enough rest

Practice and revise topics such as Time & Work, SI, Profit & Loss, Percentages, Series Completion, DI, etc. Learn the logic behind the formulas and shortcut tricks of solving questions. Candidates need to clear the concepts of every topic so that they can solve the questions easily. The tips and tricks to crack AFCAT Numerical Ability section are given below:
Candidates must write down all the formulae in one place so that they easy access to them during revision
Candidates must work on the topics that have more weightage in the exam first
Candidates must solve Numerical Ability questions daily to get the concepts clear
Candidates must refer to the good books for Numerical Ability section

To prepare for the Reasoning Ability section of AFCAT candidates must practice topics such as Venn Diagram, Blood Relation, Missing Figures, Embedded Figures, Sequencing, etc. Practice questions on figures (3D and 2D) to get a better understanding of the Spatial Ability Test. Solve previous years' question papers as much as possible. This will give candidates a better insight into the types of questions that are asked. The tips and tricks to prepare AFCAT Reasoning section are given below:
The Reasoning Section of the AFCAT consists of questions related to verbal and non-verbal reasoning. Candidates need to understand the format of the test. It is important to familiarise themselves with the types of questions that will be asked in the exam
Practice makes man perfect. Practising will help candidates to become acquainted with the type of questions that are asked in the exam. It is important to practice AFCAT Reasoning section within the defined time frame. This is to ensure that candidates have enough time to complete all the questions
Candidates should stay focused during the test.

To prepare for AFCAT English Language, candidates must have a strong command of grammar and vocabulary. To improve vocabulary, read the editorial section of the newspaper. Questions in English are asked from Antonyms and Synonyms, English Grammar, Idioms and phrases and comprehension. Read Newspaper and Books
Reading newspapers and books will help candidates to understand new vocabulary and sentence structure. This also helps in brushing up Current Affairs. Candidates should also watch international news channels to build their English language skills. Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension forms an integral part of English Language section. Maximum number of questions are asked from this section. Candidates can score well by practicing three reading comprehension passages from previous years' question papers or sample papers. Grammar Revision
It is also important to do some grammar revision. Topics like Antonyms and Synonyms, Fill in the Blanks, Error Detection, Sentence Completion, Tenses and Basic Grammar requires knowledge of grammar. Try to solve at least 30 grammar questions daily. Vocabulary Building
Candidates must spend some time going through new words and looking for their meaning in the dictionary. Candidates must work towards improving their vocabulary skills.

AFCAT is an online exam with objective type questions, having multiple options. Questions are framed in English only and cover these four sections: Verbal Ability, General Awareness, Reasoning and Numerical Ability and Military Aptitude Test. The duration of the AFCAT test is two hours. A total of 100 questions are asked in the question paper carrying weightage of 300 marks. The EKT exam is conducted for Engineering Knowledge Test. EKT test is conducted only for candidates who opt for Ground duty technical branch. Candidates are given 45 minutes to solve 50 questions in the EKT test. The maximum marks allotted to the exam are 150. The EKT test carries questions from Mechanical, Computer Science and Electrical & Electronics.

Solving AFCAT question papers makes candidates familiar with the exam pattern, topics asked in the exam, the difficulty level of questions, marking schemes, etc. Candidates should regularly solve AFCAT question papers inorder to improve their question solving ability. AFCAT question papers can be a valuable tool in preparing for the exam. It helps candidates in identifying the areas where they need additional study. However, it is important to also use other study materials and resources to ensure they are fully prepared. Additionally, it is important to practice time management and test-taking strategies, as well as to take mock tests to get a feel for the actual exam experience. Overall, solving previous year question papers can be a useful part of your study plan.

The following are the guidelines related to AFCAT exam:
Candidates are required to follow social distancing in the exam centre
There will be a gap between two seats
Ropes will be put outside the exam centre such that only 20 girls and 20 boys are given entry at a time
Markings will be made on the floor to ensure that candidates maintain social distancing while in the queue
All candidates must fill the self-declaration form before going to the exam centre
The staff will check the body temperature of the candidates using the thermal gun
Candidates will have to sanitise/wash their hands before entering the examination hall
Candidates carry personal hand sanitiser of 50 ml and transparent water bottle
Candidates are required to sanitize their hands before and after the use of PC
Candidates must drop the rough sheets in the drop boxes after displaying them to the staff.

AFCAT is one of the most sought-after defence exam in the country. The exam is conducted to select eligible candidates as gazetted officers in the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches. As it is the important defence exam in the country, therefore, the examination authority prescribes dress for candidates appearing in the exam. The guidelines related to dress code are given below:
Candidates need to wear slippers/sandals with flat heels
Closed footwear such as shoes is not allowed in the exam centre
Clothes with large buttons are not permitted. Candidates wearing attire for religious purpose will be thoroughly frisked
Candidates colour photograph will be taken during verification process. Candidates are required to put the thumb impression on the admit card in advance (at home) before proceeding to the examination centre and to sign on the same in front of the invigilators
Candidates will be allowed to leave the exam hall after completion of AFCAT/EKT
For rough work, A4 size sheet will be kept at each candidate's desk. Additional sheets will be provided to candidates on demand. Candidates are required to write name and particulars on the rough sheets and drop the same in the drop box/handover to the staff before leaving the exam hall.

Candidates are not allowed to carry certain items inside the exam centre. Candidates must follow the instructions provided in the AFCAT admit card. Candidates not following the guidelines are debarred from appearing in the exam. Following are the don'ts for AFCAT exam day. Candidates are not allowed to carry Bluetooth device, communication/ electronic/ digital/ wireless devices such as calculators, docupen, electronic watches with facilities of calculator, cellular phone, memory card/ stick, pager, organizer, personal digital assistant (PDA), concealed microphone or camera, earphones, radio, headset, walkman, recorder, translator, etc. Pencil-box, book, geometry box, paper, log tables, clip board, slide rule, etc. Are also not allowed inside the exam centre
Personal items such as wristwatch/wristband, bracelets, handbags, ornaments, wallet, purse, head gear, scarf, goggles, jacket, eatables items, etc. Are not allowed
Clothes with large buttons are not permitted
Closed footwear such as shoes is not allowed in the exam centre
Candidates wearing attire for religious purpose will be thoroughly frisked.