AFCAT 2024 Exam Day Instructions: What to Carry, Reporting Time

AFCAT 2024 Exam Day Instructions: The AFCAT 2 2024 exam is scheduled for August 9, 10, and 11. The examination authority has issued critical guidelines along with the admit card for AFCAT 2 2024. These guidelines cover essential details such as the exam schedule, dress code, and a list of items that are either prohibited or allowed inside the AFCAT 2024 exam centres. It is important for all candidates to thoroughly understand these guidelines to avoid any last-minute mistakes or confusion. This article provides a comprehensive overview of the AFCAT 2 2024 exam day guidelines for 2024.

Candidates can check some AFCAT-related articles provided below:

AFCAT 2 2024 Exam Highlights

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has published the AFCAT 2 vacancy for 2024 on its official website. There are a total of 304 vacancies available in the AFCAT Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical branches). Please refer to the table below for the exam highlights of the AFCAT 2 2024 exam.

AFCAT 2 2024 Exam Schedule

Check the reporting time as well as the exam timings of the AFCAT 2 2024 from the table provided below.

AFCAT 2024 Exam Day General Instructions

Below are the general instructions and guidelines for the AFCAT exam 2024 that all applicants must follow:

• Arrival Time: Candidates should arrive at the exam location in batches. The first shift begins at 08:00 am, and the second shift starts at 12:30 pm. Please refer to the AFCAT 2 2024 admit card for your specific time slot.
• Exam Location and Date: Requests to change the exam location or date will not be entertained under any circumstances.
• Admit Card Instructions: Before entering the test centre, candidates must pre-print their thumb on the admit card. Signatures on the admit card must be validated in front of the invigilator(s).
• Reporting Time: Candidates must arrive at the AFCAT 2024 exam centre on time for frisking, verification processes, biometrics, identification, and examination of the admit card, ID proof, photos, signature, and other materials.
• Familiarization with Exam Centre: Applicants are advised to familiarize themselves with the exam centre's location ahead of time to ensure timely arrival.

For EKT Applicants Only

• Post-AFCAT Paper: Candidates who have registered for the EKT test must stay in the exam room after completing the AFCAT paper.
• Stream-Specific Test: Applicants must take the EKT test in the stream indicated on their admit card.

Dress Code

Here are some important instructions or guidelines related to the dress code for AFCAT exam day 2024 :

• Footwear: Applicants must wear slippers or sandals with flat heels. Shoes and other closed-toed footwear are not permitted in the examination centre.
• Apparel: Large-buttoned apparel is not allowed.
• Religious Attire: Applicants dressed for a religious event will undergo a thorough investigation.

AFCAT 2024 Exam Day Guidelines

Here are some of the important exam day guidelines for the AFCAT 2024 exam.

Carry Your Admit Card and Valid ID Proof

Candidates are advised to carry their admit cards while going for the exam. They can download the AFCAT admit card from the official website of the Air Force Common Admission Test. Candidates should note that they will also have to carry one ID proof such as a Driver's License, Voter ID, Aadhaar or Passport.

Reach on Time

Candidates are advised to reach the exam centre at least one hour before the exam. They can check the exam centre allotted to them from the admit card. The address, as well as the exam timings, will also be available on the AFCAT admit card. Candidates appearing for the Shift 1 exam will not be allowed to enter the examination hall after the entry time and those appearing for the Shift 2 will not be allowed to enter after the deadline.

Read Instructions Provided on the Admit Card

Candidates are advised to read all the instructions provided on the admit card as well as on the question paper. Going through the instructions will allow the candidates to understand the exam pattern as well as the important points that should be kept in mind while answering the questions.

Avoid Wasting Time on Doubtful Questions

Candidates should avoid wasting time on doubtful questions. They should focus on answering the questions in which they are confident. The total duration of the AFCAT exam is 02 Hours (120 minutes) and no extra time will be provided to any candidate.

Manage Your Time Wisely

The question paper of the AFCAT will contain questions from Numerical Ability, Verbal Ability in English and Reasoning and Military Aptitude Tests. Candidates are advised to divide the total time wisely so that they get enough time for all the sections of the exam.

Take Proper Rest

Candidates are advised to take proper rest before going for the exam. They are also advised to avoid learning new concepts and topics on exam day. They can revise the notes prepared by them during the preparation.

Do Not Carry Any Prohibited Items Inside the Exam Centre

Candidates are advised not to carry any prohibited items inside the exam hall. They should not carry any other document except the admit card and ID proof. Those who are carrying any prohibited item will not be allowed to enter the exam centre.

ID Proof Required with Admit Card on AFCAT Exam Day

Provided below is the list of items that the candidates can carry as ID proof on the AFCAT exam day.

• Aadhaar Card
• PAN card
• Driving licence
• Passport
• Voter identity card

AFCAT Exam Day Guidelines: Items Allowed Inside AFCAT Exam Centers

Candidates need to carry the following items while going to the AFCAT examination centre.

• e-Admit Card of AFCAT
• Another valid photo identity card such as a PAN card/ Voter Identity card/ Passport/ Driving Licence/ College identity card or any other valid photo identity proof, with details of the father’s name, date of birth, name and a clear photograph.
• Two passport-size colour photographs- same as the photo uploaded during the application process (to be pasted, not stapled on the Admit Card next to the printed photo and on the attendance sheet at the exam centre).
• The Aadhaar Card of the candidate
• Ballpoint Pen (Blue or Black) for signing on the attendance sheet and rough work.

AFCAT Exam Day Guidelines: Items Not Permitted In AFCAT Centers

Provided below is the list of items not allowed inside the AFCAT examination centre.

• Blue tooth devices, electronic/ communication / digital/ wireless devices like documents, calculators, electronic watches with facilities of calculator, cellular phones, memory cards/stick, personal digital assistants (PDA), pagers, organizers, concealed microphones or cameras, radio, headset, Walkman, recorder, translator etc.
• Textual or stationery materials include log tables, pencil-box/ geometry box, book, clipboard, and slide rule (except blue or black transparent ballpoint pen).
• Personal items (bracelets, wristwatch/wristband, handbags, wallets, purses, headgear, ornaments, scarf, goggles, jackets) and eatable items (chips, chocolates, food, drinks etc.).

If any candidate is found carrying any of the items listed above, his/ her examination will be cancelled. Furthermore, candidates are advised not to bring any valuable or expensive items to the Examination Centers, as their safekeeping cannot be guaranteed. The Indian Air Force will not be held liable for any losses incurred.

Candidates are advised to go through the AFCAT 2 2024 exam pattern to understand the marking scheme of the exam. Besides this, those who have not downloaded the admit card are advised to download the admit card as soon as possible to avoid any last-minute rush.

Candidates who have any questions regarding the AFCAT entrance exam can ask questions on the Collegedekho QnA zone . For admission-related assistance fill out our Common Application Form or call on our toll-free number 1800-572-9877.