🔷 Indian Air Force • Air Defence
Indian Air Force —
Touch the Sky with Glory
The fourth-largest air force in the world. Rafale, Sukhoi Su-30 MKI, Tejas, Apache, Chinook — and the officers who lead them. Will you be one of them?
Entry Schemes
How to Join the IAF as an Officer
| Entry | Qualification | Age | Selection | Branch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NDA Air Force Wing | 10+2 PCM | 16.5–19.5 | UPSC NDA → SSB | Flying |
| CDS (AFA) | Graduation + PCM in 12th | 20–24 | UPSC CDS → SSB | Flying |
| AFCAT Flying | Graduation 60%+, PCM in 12th | 20–24 | AFCAT → AFSB | Flying (14yr SSC) |
| AFCAT Technical | B.E./B.Tech | 20–26 | AFCAT → AFSB | Ground (Tech) |
| AFCAT Non-Tech | Graduation 60%+ | 20–26 | AFCAT → AFSB | Ground (Admin/Accts/Logistics) |
| NCC Special | Grad + NCC Air C | 20–24 | Direct AFSB | Flying |
| Agniveer (AF) | 12th Science | 17.5–21 | Written + PFT | Airmen |
Branches & Roles
What You'll Do
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Flying Branch (Pilot)
Rafale, Su-30 MKI, MiG-29, Tejas, C-17, C-130J, Apache, Chinook.
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Flying Branch (Navigator)
Navigation & weapon systems operation.
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Technical (Mechanical)
Aircraft maintenance, engine overhaul.
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Technical (Electronics)
Radar, communication systems, avionics.
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Administration
Base administration, logistics, HR.
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Meteorology
Weather forecasting for flying operations.
“This Is Not a Metaphor”
At 30,000 feet above the earth, in the cockpit of a Rafale, the world looks different. The clouds are below you. The sky goes on forever. And you are one of a rare few trusted to defend it.
“Wings are earned. Not given. Let us help you earn yours.”
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