✈️ AFCAT 2026 - Air Force Common Admission Test
AFCAT 2026 Mock Tests, Syllabus and Exam Pattern
Indian Air Force - Air Force Common Admission Test - the direct graduate-level entry route into the Indian Air Force as a commissioned officer in Flying, Technical, and Ground Duty branches. AFCAT is conducted by the Indian Air Force twice a year. Includes an Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT) for technical branch candidates. Written exam followed by AFSB Interview. Free mock tests, chapter-wise practice, PYQs, and expert strategy - all in one place.
2 Exams Per Year
300+ Vacancies Per Cycle
Graduate Eligible
Free Mock Tests
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2
Exams Per Year (AFCAT I and II)
300+
Vacancies Per Cycle
Rs.56,100+
Starting Pay After Commission
20-26
Age Limit (Years)
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🎯 Practice Mock Tests - Chapter-wise and Subject-wise
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✈️ Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT): Technical branch candidates additionally appear for a 45-minute EKT (150 marks) covering branch-specific engineering topics in Mechanical, Computer Science, or Electrical and Electronics. Practice your EKT branch topics through the relevant chapter pages on our website. EKT is covered in detail in the dedicated section below.
🔍 AFCAT 2026 - At a Glance
Everything you need to know before you start preparing
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AFCAT - The Fastest Route to the Indian Air Force for Graduates
AFCAT is the only exam that gives graduates direct access to the Indian Air Force across all branches - Flying, Technical, and Ground Duty - through a single written test. Unlike CDS which covers all three services, AFCAT is exclusively for the IAF - making it the most IAF-focused exam available. The written exam tests English, GK, Reasoning, and Math at a balanced moderate level, with no heavy Math requirement unlike NDA. AFCAT Flying branch pilots receive an additional Flying Pay allowance on top of officer pay - making total compensation one of the highest among entry-level government positions.
📊 AFCAT Written Exam Pattern
Single paper with 4 sections. 100 questions - 300 marks - 2 hours. Reasoning carries the highest question count.
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AFCAT - Single Paper CBT (2 Hours)
⚠️ Important: Each correct answer gives 3 marks. Each wrong answer deducts 1 mark (1/3 of 3 marks). Reasoning and Military Aptitude carries the highest marks (105 out of 300 - 35%) and the most questions (35). English carries 90 marks (30%). Numerical Ability has the fewest questions (15) and marks (45) - only 15% of the total.
💡 AFCAT is unique among defence exams - it includes Reasoning and Military Aptitude as a combined section (35 questions, 105 marks) covering both standard reasoning topics and aviation/military-specific aptitude questions. Spatial reasoning, mechanical aptitude, and aviation GK questions appear here. This section rewards candidates who have studied aviation and IAF-specific knowledge alongside standard Reasoning preparation.
⚙️ Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT) - Technical Branch Only
EKT is conducted immediately after AFCAT for Technical branch candidates only. It is NOT required for Flying or Ground Duty branches.
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EKT - Engineering Knowledge Test (45 Minutes)
⚙️ Mechanical EKT Topics
- Thermodynamics - Laws, Cycles, Heat engines
- Fluid Mechanics - Bernoulli, Flow types
- Strength of Materials - Stress, Strain, Bending
- Theory of Machines - Gears, Cams, Governors
- Aircraft Structures and Propulsion
- Manufacturing Processes - Casting, Welding, Machining
- Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
💻 Computer Science EKT Topics
- Data Structures and Algorithms
- Operating Systems
- Computer Networks and Communication
- DBMS and SQL
- Software Engineering - SDLC, Testing
- Digital Electronics - Logic gates, Flip-flops
- Avionics and Communication Systems
⚡ Electrical and Electronics EKT Topics
- Circuit Analysis - KVL, KCL, Thevenin, Norton
- Electrical Machines - Motors, Transformers, Generators
- Power Electronics - Rectifiers, Inverters
- Control Systems - Transfer functions, Bode plots
- Electronic Devices - Diodes, BJT, FET, Amplifiers
- Digital Electronics and Microprocessors
- Radar and Navigation Systems
✅ EKT Key Facts
- No negative marking in EKT - attempt all questions
- EKT is worth 150 marks - added to AFCAT for Technical shortlisting
- Technical branch shortlisting = AFCAT score + EKT score combined
- Non-technical candidates (Flying, Ground Duty) do NOT appear for EKT
- IAF-specific topics (Aircraft, Avionics, Radar) appear uniquely here
- Revise your engineering degree/diploma textbooks for EKT preparation
✈️ Branches, Eligibility and AFCAT vs EKT Requirement
AFCAT covers multiple branches with different eligibility and exam requirements. Identify your branch before applying.
⚠️ 60% aggregate is mandatory for most AFCAT branches - unlike NDA and CDS which do not specify a minimum percentage for the written exam. Verify your graduation percentage before applying. A candidate with less than 60% is ineligible regardless of written exam performance.
🎖️ AFSB Interview - Air Force Selection Board
AFSB is a 5-day personality and aptitude assessment at Air Force Selection Boards (Dehradun, Mysuru, Varanasi). Similar to SSB but with IAF-specific elements.
📅 Stage 1 - Screening (Day 1)
- Officer Intelligence Rating (OIR) test
- Picture Perception and Discussion Test (PPDT)
- Candidates not recommended at Stage 1 are sent back
- Only screened-in candidates continue to Stage 2
📅 Stage 2 - Psychological Tests (Days 2-3)
- Thematic Apperception Test (TAT)
- Word Association Test (WAT)
- Situation Reaction Test (SRT)
- Self Description Test (SD)
- Personal Interview with Interviewing Officer
📅 Group Testing and Conference (Days 3-5)
- Group Discussion
- Group Planning Exercise (GPE)
- Progressive Group Task (PGT)
- Half Group Task (HGT)
- Individual Obstacles (IO)
- Command Task and Final Group Task (FGT)
- Lecturette - 3-minute talk
- Final Conference - recommendation announced
✈️ IAF-Specific AFSB Elements
- Pilot Aptitude Battery Test (PABT) - for Flying branch only
- PABT tests hand-eye coordination, instrument reading, spatial orientation
- PABT is attempted only once in a lifetime - failing it bars you from Flying branch permanently
- Candidates who clear PABT but fail AFSB can re-attempt AFSB
- Non-Flying branch candidates do not appear for PABT
⚠️ PABT (Pilot Aptitude Battery Test) is a once-in-a-lifetime test for Flying branch. Unlike the AFSB which can be reattempted, the PABT result is permanent - if you fail PABT, you can never again apply for the Flying branch in the IAF in any exam (NDA, CDS, or AFCAT). If you are targeting the Flying branch, prepare specifically for PABT - practice instrument interpretation, tracking tasks, and spatial orientation exercises well before your AFSB date.
💼 Branch-wise Roles, Pay and Allowances
All AFCAT commissioned officers start as Flying Officer at Pay Level 10. Allowances vary significantly by branch.
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IAF Flying Officer Pay - One of India's Highest Entry-Level Packages
All AFCAT officers join at Flying Officer rank (Level 10, Rs.56,100 Basic Pay) plus Military Service Pay Rs.15,500. Flying branch pilots additionally receive Flying Pay of Rs.25,000+/month - bringing gross compensation for pilots to approximately Rs.1,10,000 - Rs.1,30,000+ per month. Other allowances include HRA or free accommodation, Transport Allowance, Kit Maintenance, and Field Area Allowance. Many military allowances are tax-exempt. All IAF officers also receive free medical, LTC, and CSD (Canteen Stores Department) access at subsidised rates.
📚 AFCAT Syllabus - Section-wise Topics
Reasoning and Military Aptitude is the highest-weightage section (35%). English is second (30%). Math has the fewest questions (15%).
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Reasoning and Military Aptitude
🔥 35 Questions - 105 Marks - Highest Weightage Section
Standard Reasoning
- Verbal Reasoning - Analogy, Classification, Series
- Non-verbal - Figure Matrix, Paper Folding, Mirror Images
- Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations
- Direction and Distance, Clocks and Calendars
- Syllogism, Statement and Conclusions
Military Aptitude (Unique to AFCAT)
- Spatial Reasoning - 3D rotation, orientation of objects
- Mechanical Aptitude - simple machines, pulleys, gears
- Aviation GK - aircraft types, IAF history, flight principles
- Map Reading and interpretation
- Distance, speed, and time problems in aviation context
💡 Pro Tip: Military Aptitude questions in AFCAT are not covered in standard SSC or banking Reasoning books. Read about IAF aircraft (Rafale, Tejas, Su-30MKI), aviation principles (lift, drag, thrust), and spatial orientation exercises specifically. These 8-10 questions can differentiate you from candidates who only practise standard Reasoning.
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Verbal Ability in English
30 Questions - 90 Marks
- Reading Comprehension - short passages
- Vocabulary - Synonyms, Antonyms, Analogies
- One Word Substitution
- Idioms and Phrases
- Error Detection and Sentence Correction
- Fill in the Blanks - Prepositions, Articles
- Sentence Completion and Para Jumbles
- Cloze Test
💡 Pro Tip: AFCAT English is at graduation level - slightly easier than CDS English but harder than SSC CHSL. Vocabulary and Synonyms/Antonyms are the most frequently tested topics. Build a vocabulary list of 500-700 words from previous AFCAT papers - the exam regularly repeats vocabulary from past years.
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General Awareness
20 Questions - 60 Marks
IAF and Defence GK (Unique to AFCAT)
- Indian Air Force - History, Operations, Aircraft fleet, Air bases
- IAF rank structure and insignia
- Famous IAF operations - Safed Sagar, Operation Poomalai, etc.
- IAF aircraft - Rafale, Tejas, Su-30MKI, C-17, C-130J, Apache
- Gallantry awards - Param Vir Chakra, Vir Chakra, Vayu Sena Medal
- DRDO projects - missile systems, UAVs
- Defence acquisitions and recent inductions
Static GK and Current Affairs
- History, Geography, Polity (Class 10-12 level)
- Science and Technology - Space, Defence technology
- Current Affairs - Last 6-9 months (focus on defence and aviation)
- Sports, Awards, Important Appointments
💡 Pro Tip: AFCAT GK has the strongest IAF and aviation bias of any exam. Know every IAF aircraft by type, role, and specification. Know all IAF air bases, their locations, and commands. These 6-8 questions on IAF-specific GK are the most reliable scoring opportunity in this section and are not covered in any standard GK book.
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Numerical Ability
15 Questions - 45 Marks - Fewest Questions
- Decimal Fractions and Simplification
- Percentage, Profit and Loss
- Average, Ratio and Proportion
- Simple and Compound Interest
- Time and Work, Speed and Distance
- Mensuration - Area and Perimeter of basic shapes
- Number System and LCM / HCF
- Data Interpretation - basic tables and charts
💡 Pro Tip: AFCAT Math has only 15 questions - the fewest of any defence exam. Difficulty is at Class 10 Arithmetic level. Target 12-13 out of 15 correct answers in Math with just 2-3 weeks of focused Class 10 revision. Do not over-invest time in Math - every extra hour on Math is better spent on Reasoning and Military Aptitude.
⚖️ AFCAT vs CDS vs NDA - Defence Exam Comparison
If you want to join the Indian Air Force specifically, here is how AFCAT compares to the other routes.
🎯 Our Recommendation: If you are a graduate specifically targeting the Indian Air Force, always appear for both AFCAT and CDS simultaneously - their written exam preparation overlaps significantly (English, GK, Math at Class 10 level). AFCAT gives you all IAF branches in a single IAF-conducted exam; CDS (AFA) gives you a Permanent Commission but only through AFA Hyderabad. Graduates who are strong in English and Reasoning (and weak in Math) will find AFCAT easier since Math is only 15% of the paper. For Flying branch specifically, PABT is the critical test - prepare for it regardless of which exam route you take.
📈 AFCAT Previous Year Cut-off Marks
Indicative AFCAT written cut-offs from recent cycles - use as your benchmark
ℹ️ Flying branch cut-off is typically around 148-154 out of 300 (49-51%). Technical branch cut-off is for combined AFCAT + EKT scores out of 450. Ground Duty cut-off is slightly lower than Flying. Data is indicative - always refer to official IAF notifications for exact figures. Target 180+ in AFCAT for Flying branch for a comfortable AFSB call margin.
💡 Expert Tips - Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
From our faculty who have trained thousands of AFCAT successful candidates
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Reasoning and Military Aptitude is 35% of AFCAT - the Military Aptitude component is the difference-maker - Reasoning and Military Aptitude is AFCAT's highest-weightage section at 105 out of 300 marks. Standard Reasoning topics (Analogy, Series, Non-verbal) are prepared by all candidates. The Military Aptitude component - spatial orientation, mechanical aptitude, aviation GK, and map reading - is skipped by most candidates who use standard Reasoning books. These 8-12 questions distinguish candidates who have done IAF-specific preparation. Build an aviation and military aptitude module - read about flight principles (lift, drag, thrust, Bernoulli), IAF aircraft roles, instrument panel reading, and spatial orientation exercises. This effort adds 24-36 marks directly.
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PABT is a once-in-a-lifetime test - prepare for it seriously if you want the Flying branch - The Pilot Aptitude Battery Test (PABT) at AFSB is unique to IAF Flying branch selection and is attempted only once. If you fail PABT, you can never again apply for IAF Flying branch - in any exam (NDA, CDS, or AFCAT) for life. PABT tests hand-eye coordination, instrument tracking, multi-tasking ability, and spatial orientation through computerised tests on specialised equipment. You cannot fully simulate PABT at home, but you can build the underlying skills - practice tracking games (flight simulators, driving simulators), develop instrument-reading skills, practise spatial reasoning puzzles daily, and build the ability to process multiple information streams simultaneously. Start this preparation months before your expected AFSB date - not in the final week.
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AFCAT GK has a uniquely strong IAF and aviation bias - standard GK books cover only 60% of it - AFCAT GK is the most aviation and defence-focused GK of any exam covered on this site. Questions about IAF aircraft (Rafale, Tejas, Su-30MKI, Apache, Chinook, C-17, C-130J), IAF air commands (Western, Eastern, Southern, Central, Training, Maintenance), IAF air bases (Hindon, Adampur, Gwalior, Tambaram, etc.), famous IAF operations (Safed Sagar in Kargil, Operation Poomalai in Sri Lanka), and IAF firsts (first air chief, first female pilot, etc.) appear in every AFCAT. Build a dedicated IAF fact sheet from official IAF sources and recent defence news. This module adds 15-20 marks to your GK score over candidates using standard GK books only.
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EKT has no negative marking - attempt every single question - The Engineering Knowledge Test for Technical branch candidates has no negative marking. This is explicitly stated in the AFCAT notification and is a strategic gift - every unattempted question in EKT is a guaranteed zero, while every attempted question (even guessed) has a positive expected value. Never leave any EKT question unanswered. Complete all questions you know, then attempt all remaining questions through elimination or best-guess before time is up. In a 50-question, 150-mark paper with no negative marking, the expected value of random guessing across 4 options is +37.5 marks - a significant addition to your EKT score.
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Math has only 15 questions - do not over-invest time at the cost of Reasoning and English - AFCAT Numerical Ability has only 15 questions worth 45 marks - just 15% of the total. Yet many candidates (especially engineers) spend 40-50% of their preparation time on Math out of habit. For every additional hour you invest in Math beyond the first 2-3 weeks of Class 10 revision, you are getting diminishing returns on a section that can only give you 45 marks maximum. Every extra hour on Math is better spent on Reasoning and Military Aptitude (105 marks) or English (90 marks). Build Math to a solid Class 10 level in the first 2 weeks and then move on - do not try to master advanced topics for a 15-question paper.
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Appear for AFCAT simultaneously with CDS if targeting the IAF - 80% syllabus overlap - AFCAT and CDS (AFA entry) have significant written exam syllabus overlap - English, GK, and Math at broadly similar levels. The key difference is that AFCAT uses a single combined paper while CDS uses three separate papers. Candidates targeting the Indian Air Force should apply for both AFCAT and CDS (AFA) when both are notified within the same academic year. AFCAT gives a Short Service Commission; CDS (AFA) gives a Permanent Commission - different commission types but the same rank and pay on joining. Appearing for both doubles your chances of an AFSB call from a single preparation cycle. Never skip an AFCAT or CDS cycle if you are within the age window.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions - AFCAT 2026
Most searched questions about AFCAT answered by our experts
All AFCAT commissioned officers join as Flying Officer at Pay Level 10 (Rs.56,100 Basic Pay per month) plus Military Service Pay of Rs.15,500 per month. For the Flying branch, an additional Flying Pay of Rs.25,000+ per month is paid - bringing gross compensation to approximately Rs.1,10,000 - Rs.1,30,000+ per month for pilots. Ground Duty and Technical branch officers receive gross compensation of Rs.90,000 - Rs.1,10,000+ per month including HRA or free accommodation, Transport Allowance, Kit Maintenance, and Field Area Allowance for forward postings. Several allowances are tax-exempt. All IAF officers receive free medical treatment for self and dependents, CSD canteen access at subsidised rates, LTC, and Group Insurance - significantly enhancing the effective package beyond gross salary.
PABT (Pilot Aptitude Battery Test) is a computerised aptitude test conducted at AFSB for Flying branch candidates. It tests the cognitive and psychomotor abilities required to safely operate aircraft - including hand-eye coordination, instrument tracking, spatial orientation, multi-tasking, and reaction time. The most critical fact about PABT is that it is attempted only once in a lifetime. If you fail PABT at any AFSB, you are permanently barred from the IAF Flying branch in all future attempts across all exams (NDA, CDS AFA, and AFCAT). However, failing PABT does not affect your eligibility for Technical or Ground Duty branches - you can continue appearing for AFCAT for those branches. Candidates who clear PABT but fail AFSB (personality assessment) can reappear for AFSB in future cycles with their PABT clearance already on record.
Yes - Arts and Commerce graduates can apply for AFCAT Ground Duty branches (Administration, Logistics, Accounts) with a minimum 60% aggregate in graduation from any discipline. For Flying branch, Arts and Commerce graduates with Physics and Mathematics in Class 12 (60%+ in Class 12) are also eligible - the graduation subject is not restricted. For Technical branch, only Engineering graduates (B.E./B.Tech) in relevant branches with 60%+ are eligible. For the Education branch, a post-graduate degree is required. For Meteorology branch, a post-graduate in Science with Physics/Math/Statistics is required. Arts and Commerce graduates without Physics and Math in Class 12 can apply for Ground Duty branches only - Administration, Logistics, and Accounts are the most accessible for them.
Both NDA and AFCAT lead to commissioning as a Flying Officer in the IAF - but they target different age groups and educational levels. NDA is for candidates aged 16.5-19.5 years who have passed or are appearing in Class 12 - it requires strong Class 11-12 Mathematics (Calculus, Vectors, Matrices) in the written exam and leads to Permanent Commission after 3 years of NDA training. AFCAT targets graduates aged 20-26 years with minimum 60% in graduation - the Math requirement is only Class 10 level and leads to Short Service Commission (initially 14 years). NDA officers start their career younger (commission at approximately 22 years after NDA + AFA training) while AFCAT officers commission at approximately 23-24 years after AFA training. Both receive the same rank (Flying Officer), same pay, and same Flying Pay on commissioning. If you missed NDA, AFCAT is the primary route to become an IAF pilot as a graduate.
AFCAT has no official attempt limit - the age window determines how many times you can appear. AFCAT is conducted twice a year (February and August). For Flying and Technical branches (age 20-26 for General category), you can appear in up to 12 cycles over 6 years. For Ground Duty branches (age 20-26, some up to 28), the window is similar. There is no penalty for multiple attempts - each AFCAT cycle is independent. The AFSB interview can be attempted multiple times (unlike PABT which is once). Many successful AFCAT selectees appear 3-5 times before receiving AFSB recommendation. Never miss an AFCAT cycle within your age window. If you clear written but fail AFSB, use the time between cycles to work on your personality, communication, and Officer Like Qualities (OLQs) rather than only repeating written preparation.
SSC through AFCAT provides an initial commission of 14 years (extendable in some cases). During this tenure, SSC officers serve as fully commissioned Flying Officers and progress through ranks exactly like Permanent Commission (PC) officers. After completing the SSC tenure, officers can apply for Permanent Commission through a Merit-based Selection Board. Those granted PC continue their career until mandatory retirement. Those not granted PC exit the force with a terminal gratuity and are also eligible for pension proportional to their service duration. SSC officers are also well-positioned for high-value civilian careers - IAF Flying experience is particularly valued in commercial aviation (airlines), defence PSUs, and DRDO. Many AFCAT SSC officers transition to commercial airlines after their SSC tenure, where IAF experience commands premium placement at senior First Officer or Captain levels.
AFCAT Flying branch has among the strictest vision requirements of any government exam in India. The standard requirements are: Distant Vision - 6/6 in both eyes without glasses (spectacles and contact lenses are not accepted for Flying branch); Near Vision - N5 or better; Colour Vision - normal (must correctly identify all colours); No Squint; No Diplopia (double vision). These standards apply before applying - candidates with any refractive error (myopia, hypermetropia) requiring correction are typically not eligible for Flying branch. LASIK and other laser correction surgeries are accepted for Flying branch under specific conditions - the surgery must have been performed at least 12 months before the medical examination, the post-surgery cornea must meet specific thickness standards, and the corrected vision must be 6/6 in both eyes. Consult an aviation medical examiner (AME) to evaluate LASIK eligibility before assuming disqualification.
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AFCAT 2026 - Complete Guide: Eligibility, Exam Pattern, EKT, AFSB Interview, Branch-wise Syllabus and Free Mock Tests
The AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) 2026 is conducted by the Indian Air Force twice a year (AFCAT I in February and AFCAT II in August) and is the primary graduate-level entry route into the Indian Air Force across all branches - Flying Branch (pilots), Technical Branch (Aeronautical Engineers - Mechanical and Electronics), and Ground Duty Branch (Administration, Logistics, Accounts, Education, Meteorology). With 300+ vacancies per cycle and a minimum 60% aggregate required in graduation, AFCAT is open to graduates from any stream for Ground Duty and Flying branches (with Physics and Math in Class 12) and to Engineering graduates for Technical branches. Commissioned officers start as Flying Officer at Pay Level 10 (Rs.56,100 Basic Pay) plus Military Service Pay Rs.15,500 - with Flying branch pilots additionally receiving Flying Pay of Rs.25,000+ per month.
The AFCAT written exam is a single paper (100 questions, 300 marks, 2 hours) covering General Awareness (20 questions, 60 marks), Verbal Ability in English (30 questions, 90 marks), Numerical Ability (15 questions, 45 marks), and Reasoning and Military Aptitude (35 questions, 105 marks - the highest weightage section). Each correct answer gives 3 marks; each wrong answer deducts 1 mark. Technical branch candidates additionally appear for the Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT) - 50 questions, 150 marks, 45 minutes, with no negative marking - in Mechanical, Computer Science, or Electrical and Electronics streams. After written shortlisting, candidates appear for the 5-day AFSB Interview at Air Force Selection Boards (Dehradun, Mysuru, Varanasi). Flying branch candidates additionally appear for the PABT (Pilot Aptitude Battery Test) - a once-in-a-lifetime test.
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