The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the AFCAT 1 2026 admit card (hall ticket) for candidates appearing in the upcoming recruitment examination scheduled on January 31, 2026. Aspirants registered for the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) Cycle 1 can now download their hall ticket online by logging in with required credentials on the official portal.
How to Download AFCAT 1 2026 Admit Card?
To access and download the AFCAT 1 2026 admit card:
- Visit the official AFCAT admit card portal (usually afcat.cdac.in or the IAF candidates’ login page).
- Enter your registered email ID or username and password.
- Complete any security captcha, if prompted.
- Your AFCAT 1 admit card PDF will appear.
- Download and print multiple copies for examination day use.
Candidates must verify all personal and exam details on the admit card, such as name, photograph, exam centre, shift, reporting time and instructions. Any discrepancies should be reported to the examination authority immediately.
AFCAT 1 2026 Exam Date & Shift Timings
The AFCAT 1 2026 exam is scheduled to be conducted on January 31, 2026, in two shifts:
- Shift 1: 9:45 AM to 11:45 AM
- Shift 2: 2:15 PM to 4:15 PM
Candidates are advised to reach their designated exam centre before the reporting time mentioned on their admit card to complete verification formalities smoothly.
Details Mentioned on the AFCAT Admit Card
The AFCAT 1 2026 hall ticket typically includes the following important information:
- Candidate’s full name and photograph
- Registration number or roll number
- Exam centre name and address
- Exam date and shift timing
- Reporting time and exam day instructions
- Parent’s names and other identification details
Candidates should ensure they carry the printed hall ticket and a valid photo ID (such as Aadhaar, passport, or driver’s licence) when they visit the exam centre, as entry without these documents will not be permitted.
Exam Pattern and Selection
The AFCAT exam consists of questions from subjects such as General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test. It is conducted online and leads to recruitment as Group ‘A’ Gazetted Officers in the Indian Air Force. Candidates who qualify the AFCAT 1 written test will move forward in the selection process, which may include further interviews and fitness assessments as per IAF guidelines based on vacancies in Flying and Ground Duty branches.