Documents Required to Fill AFCAT 2024 Application Form: Photo Specifications, Scanned Images

Documents Required to Fill AFCAT 2024 Application Form: The Indian Air Force (IAF) conducts the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) twice annually, providing opportunities to join various IAF branches, both in flying and non-flying roles. AFCAT 2 2024 opened for applications on May 30, 2024, closing on June 28, 2024. This session is for candidates aiming to commence courses at the Air Force Academy in July 2025. The AFCAT 2 2024 exam dates are scheduled for August 9, 10, and 11, 2024. Previously, AFCAT 1 2024 saw applications closing on December 30, 2023, and exams conducted on February 16, 17, and 18, 2024. To apply, candidates must register, complete the AFCAT 2024 application form, and pay a fee of INR 550 plus applicable GST charges. Below is a detailed list of the documents required to fill AFCAT 2024 application form!

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AFCAT 2024 Important Dates

AFCAT happens two times each year, usually around February and August. The official announcements for these occasions usually come out in December and June annually. Below are the expected dates for AFCAT 1 and 2 in 2024:

AFCAT 2024 Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the AFCAT 2 2024 exam, you need to meet specific requirements outlined by the IAF regarding your nationality, age, education, and physical fitness. Ensure you meet these criteria before applying for the exam. Check out the eligibility criteria for AFCAT 2 2024 below:

Nationality

Candidates who are applying for the AFCAT 2024 exam must be citizens of India

Age Limit

Different branches of the Indian Air Force (IAF) have varying age requirements for candidates appearing in the AFCAT 2 2024 exam. Below is the updated age limit for different branches as of January 2024:

Marital Status

Here are the updated guidelines for candidates' marital status:

• To be eligible, candidates must be under 25 years old and unmarried at the start of the course. Those who are divorced or widowed under the age of 25 are not eligible.
• Candidates who are married and over 25 years old can still apply. However, they won't have the option to live with their families or receive family accommodations during training.

Educational Qualification

Here are the educational qualifications needed for different branches in the Indian Air Force (IAF):

Physical and Medical Standards

To be eligible to work for IAF, candidates must be medically as well as physically fit to carry out their duties and responsibilities perfectly.

How to Fill the AFCAT 2024 Application Form?

Now that the AFCAT 2024 Registration is on, we bring you a step-by-step guide to filling in the application form and uploading all documents as instructed by the conducting authority. Going through these steps and keeping all documents handy will make the application process easier for candidates.

Step 1: Registration for AFCAT 2024 Exam

• Visit the AFCAT official website (https://afcat.cdac.in)

• Go to the login tab on the homepage

• Click on ‘New Registration’ and register yourself with a new User ID and Password

• Candidates will receive the Password on their email ID after a successful registration

The initial ‘Sign up’ format is tabulated below:

Step 2: Filling AFCAT Application Form 2024 

• Visit the AFCAT Exam login page

• Enter the login credentials to access your account

• Select the entry type – AFCAT/NCC Special Entry for Flying Branch/Meteorology Entry

• Go through the instructions carefully before proceeding to the next page i.e. the AFCAT 2024 Application Form

• Start filling in the application form with personal details – 
  Name, parents' names (will be auto-filled from sign-up data), email address, secondary email address, nationality, mobile number, visible identification mark, CPSS/PABT status, CPSS/PABT batch number, CPSS/PABT date of passing, CPSS/PABT chest no, CPSS/PABT attended which Air Force Selection Board, Select Rank in IAF, service number, currently posted unit, select command, gender, marital status, and date of birth. 

• Enter educational qualification details –

The instructions for filling out the educational qualification-related sections on the AFCAT application form are listed below.

Essentials for AFCAT 2024 Registration

While filling up the AFCAT 2024 Application Form, candidates must have all the documents, photographs, and other essentials ready. A valid email ID and contact no. are needed since all updates regarding the entrance exam will be sent to candidates through mail/SMS. Check out the list of prerequisites for smooth AFCAT Registration 2024:

• Marksheets of Class 12 and graduation/diploma/integrated postgraduation
• A functional email address
• An operational mobile no.
• Aadhaar card and other photo ID proof details
• Passport-sized colour photograph
• Debit Card/Credit Card/Net Banking Details for paying the AFCAT 2022 Application Fee
• High-speed, stable internet connection

Selection of Course As Per Preference

Next comes the selection of courses from the list of AFCAT 2024. Candidates are to pick the course which they want to apply for – Flying Branch, Ground Duty, Technical etc. Those with the required technical qualifications will need to take the EKT (Engineering Knowledge Test) exam. Candidates will be allotted branches depending on the vacancies. It must be noted that the allocation of courses may differ from the candidate’s choice.

Providing Communication Details

Applicants must provide their correspondence/permanent address when filling up the application form.

Permanent Address Details

In this section, one has to write down the following:

• Full address

• City name

• Name of state/UT

• PIN code

• Aadhaar card

• Landline no.

• Nearest railway station

Correspondence Address Details

• This section needs to be fulfilled with the following:

• Full address

• Name of the state

• PIN code

• Nearest railway station

Instructions for Image/Signature Uploading

One of the most important sections of the AFCAT 2024 Application online form is the uploading of images and signatures. One has to be cautious of the specifications as given by the authority when uploading these.

Photograph

• Applicants are required to upload a scanned copy of their recently taken passport-sized, coloured photograph

• The image should be taken against a white background

• The image should be in JPEG format

• Image size should be between 10 KB and 50 KB

• Name of the image file should be Photo.jpeg or Photo.jpg

Signature

• Applicants are required to upload a scanned copy of their digital signature

• The signature should be in digital format

• The signature file size should be between 10 KB and 50 KB

• The signature file name should be Signature.jpeg or Signature.jpg

Thumb Impression

• Candidates must upload a scanned copy of their thumb impression

• Male candidates are required to provide an impression of their left thumb

• Female applicants are required to provide an impression of the right thumb

• The size of the file should be between 10 KB and 50 KB

• The file should be named Thumb Impression.jpeg or Thumb impression.jpg

The details are tabulated below for reference:

*Candidates must note that applications with wrong/inappropriate images/signatures/thumb impressions will be considered invalid and therefore, rejected.

Selection of the City of Examination

After successfully uploading all documents, candidates must select the city from the ‘Drop down’ where they wish to take the AFCAT 2022 exam. As many as 5 cities can be chosen. Once done, candidates can click on the self-declaration checkbox and proceed to the payment page.

Step 3: AFCAT 2024 Application Fee Payment

The next step involves paying the requisite amount for AFCAT Application 2024. For this, one has to:

• Click on the option that says ‘Make Payment’

• Pay INR 550 through the online mode after filling up the application form – Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI/Challan payment (fees once paid cannot be refunded; candidates registering for Meteorology and NCC Special Entry need not pay the requisite amount)

• View the ‘Confirmation Page’ to check the status of payment onscreen (A confirmation message will also be sent via mail/SMS)

The amount to be paid for AFCAT Application Form 2024 and the mode of payment are discussed below:

*No charges applicable for Meteorology/NCC Special Entry candidates

Step 4: Take a Printout of AFCAT Application Form 2024

Once the registration fee of INR 250 is transacted successfully and the application form is finally submitted, candidates should save and take a copy of the ‘Confirmation Page’ to be able to show it as and when needed at the time of verification on the day of AFCAT Exam 2024.

Required Documents for AFCAT Application Form

Candidates must have the following documents ready in the approved format to fill out the AFCAT Application Form. The documents are as follows:

• Recent coloured passport-size photograph
• Scanned copy of signatures
• Scanned image of thumb impression (Male- Left, Female- Right)
• Working Mobile No.
• Active Email ID
• Credit/ Debit card/ Net Banking credentials

How to Check AFCAT Application Status?

To ascertain the status of the AFCAT application form for 2024, applicants should adhere to the following steps:

• Visit the official website at https://indianairforce.nic.in/.
• Click on the "Candidate login" tab.
• Choose the AFCAT year cycle relevant to you.
• Input your credentials and click on submit.
• A new page will open, presenting the candidate's personalized login window.
• Within this window, candidates can review the status of their AFCAT application form.

Note: It is important to ensure that all of the information on the application form is correct and corresponds to the supporting documentation. During the allocated repair time, any mistakes or inconsistencies should be corrected. 

AFCAT 2024 Application Form Correction Window

Only applicants who complete the AFCAT application process on time are eligible for the AFCAT Correction Window. However, all applicants must submit all information carefully and accurately, rather than waiting for the AFCAT correction opportunity. 

Candidates will be able to modify their father's and mother's names and gender, picture, signature, and post choice. There is no need to pay a fee to make changes to the AFCAT application form.

Steps to Edit the AFCAT Application Form

Candidates can make the needed corrections to the application form by following the processes outlined below:

• Go to the official website. 
• Click the AFCAT login tab on the home page.
• Enter your login information, such as your email address and password.
• On the screen, a pop-up window will appear.
• Click on the "I Agree" option and begin making the necessary modifications.
• Click "Save" to save the application form and print it for future reference.

Things to Keep in Mind When Filling Up AFCAT 2024 Application Form

All candidates are advised to keep the following points in mind when applying for the AFCAT 2024 test:

• Carefully read all instructions and guidelines before starting with the AFCAT 2024 Application Form fill-up process

• Check for spelling/typing errors

• Provide details in the designated fields

• Provide accurate information to avoid discrepancies

• Refer to the recommended image/signature/thumb impression specifications

• Keep all the documents handy at all times

• Registration fee, once paid, will not be refundable

• If an applicant has submitted multiple application forms, only the latest one with Aadhaar Card details will be considered valid and will be issued the AFCAT 2024 Admit Card.

• Once the payment is done and the form is finally submitted, candidates must download and save the ‘Confirmation Page’, and take a printout of it for future reference.

Candidates seeking assistance with any queries related to the online AFCAT 2024 Application Form, AFCAT 2024 Admit Card etc. can contact the AFCAT authorities for information.

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We hope this article has provided you with all the information related to the AFCAT 2024 Registration process and the documents required to fill the AFCAT 2 2024 Application Form. For all the latest AFCAT exam updates and information, stay tuned to CollegeDekho!