Education Requirements for Different Branches in AFCAT


To be eligible for the Flying Branch in AFCAT, candidates must fulfill the following educational requirements:

- The candidate must have completed their 10+2 education with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
- They must have obtained a minimum aggregate of 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics.
- The candidate must also have a minimum of 60% marks in any one of the following subjects: Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, or Statistics.


For the Ground Duty Technical Branch, the educational requirements vary depending on the specific fields. The following are the educational requirements for each field:

- Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) [AE(L)]:
- The candidate must have completed their 10+2 education with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects.
- They must have obtained a minimum aggregate of 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics.
- The candidate must also have a minimum of 60% marks in any one of the following subjects: Chemistry, Computer Science, or Statistics.
- Additionally, the candidate must have completed a minimum of four-year graduation or integrated post-graduation degree in Engineering/Technology in Electronics/Telecommunication Engineering or have cleared Section A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India with a minimum of 60% marks.

- Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical) [AE(M)]:
- The educational requirements for AE(M) are similar to AE(L) except for the subjects required for minimum 60% marks. In AE(M), candidates must have a minimum of 60% marks in Physics, Mathematics, and any one of the following subjects: Chemistry, Computer Science, or Statistics.


For the Ground Duty Non-Technical Branch, the educational requirements are as follows:

- Administration & Logistics:
- The candidate must have completed a minimum of three-year graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum of 60% marks.

- Accounts:
- The educational requirement for the Accounts branch is the same as the Administration & Logistics branch.

- Education:
- The candidate must have completed a minimum of three-year post-graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks.

In conclusion, the educational requirements for different branches in AFCAT vary depending on the branch and field. It is important for candidates to carefully review and fulfill the specific educational requirements for their desired branch while applying for AFCAT.