AFCAT 01/2026 Admit Card – Updated Details
If you’re appearing for the AFCAT 01/2026 examination, the Indian Air Force (IAF) has released your admit card on the official AFCAT portal.
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Admit Card Release Date: 22 January 2026 (Available Now)
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Exam Date: 31 January 2026 (single day)
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Mode of Exam: Online (Computer-Based Test)
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Official Website for Download: afcat.cdac.in / AFCAT candidate login portal
Your admit card is essential - it includes your exam centre, reporting time, roll number, and other exam-related instructions. Without it, you will not be allowed to enter the exam hall.
Overview - AFCAT 01/2026 Admit Card
| Particulars | Details |
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| Conducting Body | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Exam Name | Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) 01/2026 |
| Branches | Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) |
| Total Vacancies | 340 |
| Admit Card Release Date | 22 January 2026 |
| Exam Date | 31 January 2026 |
| Exam Mode | Online (CBT) |
| Official Website | afcat.cdac.in |
Why the Admit Card Matters
Your AFCAT admit card serves several key purposes:
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Confirms successful registration for AFCAT 01/2026.
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Shows your exam date, time, and centre details.
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Displays your photo and signature for identity verification.
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List important exam day instructions you must follow.
Remember: Entry to the exam hall is not allowed without the admit card.
How to Download the AFCAT 01/2026 Admit Card
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Visit afcat.cdac.in (official portal).
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Click on the AFCAT 01/2026 admit card download link.
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Log in with your registered Email/Username and Password (or Date of Birth as required).
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Your admit card will appear - download and save it.
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Take clear printouts (at least 2) to carry on exam day.
Make sure you keep your login credentials handy to avoid last-minute login issues.
Information Printed on the Admit Card
Check that the following are correctly mentioned on your AFCAT 01/2026 admit card:
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Candidate’s Name
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Exam Name & Conducting Authority
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Roll Number / Registration Number
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Exam Date & Timing
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Reporting Time
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Centre Name & Full Address
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Candidate’s Photo & Signature
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Exam Day Instructions
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Important Guidelines (e.g., reporting cutoff time)
Documents to Carry on Exam Day
You must carry:
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Printed AFCAT 01/2026 admit card.
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Original Aadhaar Card (no photocopies).
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Another valid original ID (PAN, Passport, Driving License, Voter ID, etc.).
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Two passport-size colour photos (same as uploaded).
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Blue/Black ballpoint pen for rough work and attendance.
What Not to Bring to the Exam Hall
The following items are strictly prohibited:
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Mobile phones, smartwatches, or any electronic devices.
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Calculators, notes, or books.
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Any unauthorized material or accessories that could aid malpractice.
Exam Centres
The AFCAT 01/2026 exam is conducted across various cities nationwide. Your specific exam centre and address will be on your admit card. Once allotted, centre changes are generally not permitted.
Tips for a Smooth Exam Day
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Download your admit card immediately after release.
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Visit the exam centre before exam day to plan travel.
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Arrive at least 90 minutes before your reporting time.
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Carefully read all instructions printed on your admit card.

