IAF (Indian Air Force) is one of the most nurturing and progressive organization which emphasizes on “Sky is the Limit”. It offers the most promising career for overall continuous growth and life full of adventures for women and young aspiring girls. There are many ways through which you can pursue your dreams and join IAF:

AFCAT ENTRY (SHORT SERVICE COMMISSION (SSC) WOMEN)

Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) exam is conducted twice a year: February and July-August; for the Graduate and Post Graduate candidates to join Air Force.

FLYING:

Eligibility Criteria

Through AFCAT Exam:

• Age: 20 to 24 years (at the time of commencement of course).Upper age limit for Candidates holding valid and current Commercial Pilot Licence issued by DGCA (India) is relaxed up to 26 years(at the time of commencement of course).
• Nationality: Indian
• Marital Status: Single
• Educational Qualifications:
• Minimum of 60% marks each in Maths & Physics at 10+2 level.
• Graduates (Three Year Course) in any discipline from a recognised University who have attained minimum 60% marks or equivalent OR BE/B Tech (Four Year Course) from a recognised university with minimum 60% marks or equivalent.
• Cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institute Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
• Final Year students are also eligible to apply, provided they do not have any backlog at the time of AFSB Testing and produce Degree certificate issued by the University as per the date stipulated in the advertisement.

Through NCC Special Entry:

As an Air Wing Senior Division ’C’ Certificate holder of the National Cadet Corps, you can apply to the Flying Branch of the Indian Air Force.

• Age: 20 to 24 years (at the time of commencement of course). Upper age limit for Candidates holding valid and current Commercial Pilot Licence issued by DGCA (India) is relaxed up to 26 years (at the time of commencement of course).
• Nationality: Indian
• Marital Status:  Single
• Educational Qualifications
• Minimum 60% marks in each in Maths & Physics at 10 + 2 level.
• Graduate (Three Year Course) in any discipline from a recognised University with minimum 60% marks or equivalent.

                                                             OR

• BE/B Tech (Four Year Course) from a recognised University with minimum 60% marks or equivalent

                                                             OR

• Cleared Section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institute Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised University with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.
• Final Year/semester students are also eligible to apply, provided they do not have any present backlogs at the time of AFSB Testing and produce Degree certificate issued by the University as per the date stipulated in the advertisement.
• NCC Air Wing Senior Division ’C’ certificate and validity of the certificate would be two years before the date of advertisement.

GROUND DUTY (TECHNICAL SSC):

As an officer in the Ground Duty (Technical) Branch, you manage the technical work with your team using sophisticated equipment and software. Entry into this is via AFCAT exam. Different subdivisions are:

Eligibility Criteria:

Aeronautical engineering course:

• Age:  20 to 26 years (at the time of commencement of course)
• Nationality:  Indian
• Marital Status: Candidates below the age of 25 years should be unmarried
• Education Qualification:
• After completion of Engineering degree or while in your final year/semester of Engineering
• Marks: Must have scored a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in any one of the listed disciplines.
• Final year students are eligible to apply provided they do not have any present backlog at the time of SSB testing and they produce provisional/ original degree issued by the University as per the date stipulated in the advertisement.
• Depending upon your stream of Engineering, you could join one of the sub branches of the Technical branch.
• Aeronautical Engineer (Electronics) {AE (L)}: Candidates with a minimum of 60% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a minimum of four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/ Technology from recognized University OR cleared Sections A and B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India or Graduate membership examination of the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers by actual studies with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in the following disciplines:-
• Communication Engineering
• Computer Engineering/Technology
• Computer Engineering & Application
• Computer Science and Engineering/Technology
• Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronics Engineering/ Technology
• Electronics Science and Engineering
• Electronics
• Electronics and Communication Engineering
• Electronics and Computer Science
• Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering
• Electronics and/or Telecommunication Engineering (Microwave)
• Electronics and Computer Engineering
• Electronics Communication and Instrumentation Engineering
• Electronics Instrument & Control
• Electronics Instrument & Control Engineering
• Instrumentation & Control Engineering
• Instrument & Control Engineering
• Information Technology.
• Aeronautical Engineer (Mechanical) {AE (M)}: Candidates with a minimum of 60% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level and a minimum of four years degree graduation/integrated post-graduation qualification in Engineering/Technology from recognised University OR cleared Sections A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India by actual studies with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent in the following disciplines:-
  •  Aerospace Engineering
  • Aeronautical Engineering
  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering and Automation
  • Mechanical Engineering (Production)
  • Mechanical Engineering (Repair and Maintenance)
  • Mechatronics
  • Industrial Engineering

GROUND DUTY (NON TECHNICAL SSC):

The ground duty officers are supposed to effectively manage both the men and material of the resources. This includes the accounting of the salaries of the IAF employees and also maintenance of the inventories of the Air Force equipment.

Eligibility Criteria:

Administration Branch:

• Age: 20 to 26 Years for Graduates (at the time of commencement of course).
• Marital Status: Candidates below the age of 25 years must be Unmarried.
• Nationality: India
• Work: Responsible for the efficient management of both human and material resources. Some of the officers of the Administration Branch are selected and trained to carry out the following duties also:
  • Air Traffic Controller – Involves maintaining an orderly flow of traffic and airspace management
  • Fighter Controller – Involves close contact and supervision between the air and radar for effective airspace management
• Educational Qualifications
  • Graduate Degree (Minimum three-year degree course) in any discipline from a recognised university with 60% marks or equivalent or cleared section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.

Accounts Branch:

•  Age: 20 to 26 Years for Graduates (at the time of commencement of course).
• Marital Status: Candidates below the age of 25 years must be Unmarried.
• Nationality: India
• Work: Responsible for efficient financial management of funds. You will also act as internal auditor to ensure a zero-defect audit from outside agencies.
• Educational Qualifications: B.Com degree (minimum three-year degree course) from a recognised university with a minimum 60% marks or equivalent.

Logistics Branch:

• Age: 20 to 26 Years for Graduates (at the time of commencement of course).
• Marital Status: Candidates below the age of 25 years must be Unmarried.
• Nationality: India
• Work: Responsible for materials management of all Air Force resources. You would ensure efficient supervision of inventories, and involve in procurement processes of various ranges of equipment.
• Educational Qualifications: Graduate Degree (Minimum three-year degree course) in any discipline from a recognised university with 60% marks or equivalent or cleared section A & B examination of Associate Membership of Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognised university with a minimum of 60% marks or equivalent.

Education Branch:

• Age: 20 to 26 Years for Graduates (at the time of commencement of course).
• Marital Status: Candidates below the age of 25 years must be Unmarried.
• Nationality: India
• Educational Qualifications
  • MA/M.Sc degree in English/ Physics/ Mathematics/ Chemistry/ Statistics/ International Relations/ International Studies/ Defence Studies/ Psychology/ Computer Science/ IT/ Management/ MBA/ MCA/ Mass Communication/ Journalism/ Public Relations with minimum 50 % marks in aggregate in all papers put together in Post-Graduation (minimum two years programme) and 60% marks in Graduation (both recognised by UGC/Competent Accreditation Authority).
  • For integrated courses (single degree without permission to exit and lateral entry), the minimum duration must be as per prevailing UGC guidelines with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate of all papers put together.

Meteorology Branch:

• Age: 20 to 26 Years for Graduates (at the time of commencement of course).
• Marital Status: Candidates below the age of 25 years must be Unmarried.
• Nationality: India
• Work: As a Meteorology Branch Officer you would be involved handling the latest satellite imagery and state-of-the-art monitoring equipment, you would render specific advice to the operators on all aspects of weather.
• Educational Qualifications:
  • Post-Graduation Degree in any science stream/ Mathematics/ Statistics/ Geography/ Computer Applications/ Environmental Science/ Applied Physics/ Oceanography/ Agricultural Meteorology/ Ecology & Environment/ Geo-physics/ Environmental Biology. All candidates should have scored a minimum 50% marks in aggregate in all papers of Post-Graduation put together (provided Maths & Physics were studied at Graduation level with a minimum of 55% marks in both).

These are the gateways to Live your Dreams and Serve the nation by joining the Indian Air Force. Go for it!