AFCAT stands for Air Force Common Admission Test and is also referred to as the Indian Air Force Exam. AFCAT is a national level competitive exam conducted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) to select officers for all its branches, except for the medical and dental branches. The AFCAT is conducted twice every year, once in February, and the other time in August. The IAF recruits its officers broadly under three branches, they are, the Flying Branch, the Technical Branch, and the Ground Duty Branch.
The Flying Branch consists of Fighters, Transports, and Helicopters. The Technical Branch deals with the Mechanical and Electronic aspects, while the Ground Duty Branch comprises of Administration, Accounts, Logistics, Education and Meteorology.
Through AFCAT you can apply for all the three branches of the IAF which are Flying Branch, Technical Branch and Ground Duty Branches. The eligibility criteria for different branches vary. Both men and women can apply for all the three branches. While for women there is short service commission only in all the three branches, for men there is Permanent as well as Short Service Commission for men. However for Flying Branch only Short Service Commission is there through AFCAT. Thus if you clear the written exam and then clear the AFSB also then you have a chance of joining the Air Force Academy.
If you have successfully cleared Step 1, you will receive a Call letter to report to any one of the Air Force Selection Boards located at Dehradun, Varanasi, Gandhinagar and Mysore. At the Air Force Selection Board (AFSB), you undergo following tests in order to ascertain your suitability and gauge your potential as an Officer in the Indian Air Force.
Stage I Testing
- Officer Intelligence rating Test
- Picture perception and Discussion Test
Stage I is a screening test. Those who qualify Stage-I are eligible to undergo Stage II testing. Stage I disqualified candidates are routed back after announcement of results.
Stage II Testing
All Stage I qualified candidates undergo following tests as part of Stage II testing during next three to four days
- Psychological Tests are written tests that are conducted by a Psychologist.
- Group Tests are interactive indoor and outdoor activities which are a combination of mental and physical work.
- Interview involves a personal conversation with an Interviewing Officer.
NCC entry
- Air Sqn NCC Senior division ‘C’ certificate holders are to apply through DG NCC/ respective NCC Air Squadron
- They would then appear for AFCAT
ATTENTION: SSB, 2019 SCHEDULE ; 14 Days Comprehensive Course starts on every Monday.
Useful Information
SSB Details
| AFCAT / SSB |
- Forms- May & June & Number December
- Exam- February & September
- SSB (AFCAT-I) – September / October/ November
- SSB (AFCAT –II) – March / April/ May
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| Age Limit |
- FLYING : 20 to 24 years Men/ Women (Unmarried)
- TECHNICAL/ GROUND DUTY: 20 to 26 years
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| EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION |
- FOR FLYING BRANCH : Degree from a recognized university With 60 % & 12th Passed with 60% marks in Each Physics & Maths
- For Ground Duty Technical: Degree from a recognized university With 60 % marks
- For Ground Duty Non-Technical: Degree of a recognized University with Physics , Mathematics, chemistry, statistic, International Relation ,Defence studies, Psychology, computer science , IT, Management , Mass Communication etc. with a 50% marks in aggregate all papers put together in Post Graduation and 60% Marks in Graduation
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| MODE OF SELECTION |
- Online Written Examination conducted by Indian Air Force
- AFSB Interview by Air Force Selection Board (AFSB)
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14 DAYS SSB SCHEDULE AT CDAF CAMPUS
NOTE – 14 Days , 108 hrs, Intensive course starts on every Monday of the every month . student should report for admission one day before starting date.
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The SSB Interview class terms starts at 9:00 am to 5 pm. On every 12 days & Sunday special 10:00 to 4:00 pm.
| DAY |
DETAILS |
| DAY- 1 |
Introduction to SSB
(5 days SSB Procedure , Officer Like Qualities & PIQ form) |
| DAY- 2 |
Screening |
| DAY-3 |
Screening test, Mock practice and Feedback |
| DAY-4 |
Introduction to Psychological Test & Thematic Apperception Test |
| DAY-5 |
Word Association Test & SRT (Situation Reaction Test) |
| DAY-6 |
Self Description Test & Complete Psychological Test |
| DAY-7 |
OIR , (Verbal and Non-verbal Reasoning class) |
| DAY-8 |
Personal Interview Briefing |
| DAY-9 |
Mock Interview & Feedback to Student |
| DAY-10 |
Mock Interview & Feedback to Student |
| DAY-11 |
G.T.O. Briefing , GD and Lectureate |
| DAY-12 |
P.G.T, H.G.T, G.P.E, & G.O.R. |
| DAY-13 |
IO, CT, FGT and Conference |
| DAY-14 |
PABT |
- SPOKEN ENGLISH CLASSES 1 HOUR’S PER DAY ++
- CURRENT AFFAIR CLASS 1 HOURS PER DAY ++
- PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST ++
- MOTIVATIONAL VIDEOS & MOTIVATIONAL SPEECH BY – Retired Officer & Academic Director ++
- REGULAR INTRODUCTION WITH RECOMMENDED STUDENTS ++
5 Days SSB Procedure
1 Day
Stage I Screening Test (Intelligence Test)
Picture Perception and Discussion Test Result
Large number of candidates report for selection in SSB. All may not have the desirable qualities to be selected for armed forces so there is no point to go through the stage-II tests. Hence, the need to filter out these candidates on the very first day so that they can return to their home stations without wasting time.
The stage-I test has two distinct parts:
- Intelligence Test This is a simple test of logic / analytical aptitude based on which an intelligence rating ranging from I to V is awarded to the candidates which is based on the number of total correct answers. It is but obvious that the candidate with a higher intelligence rating will benefit in the entire process of testing including stage-II.
- Picture Perception and Discussion Test You were shown a picture on the screen which you were required to perceive correctly. Time was thereafter given to pen down what you perceived by way of number of characters, their age, their mood, etc as also to write a story relating to the pictures. Your perception needs to be correct in order to do well in this test. This was followed by individual story telling and discussion test. Your power of expression, clarity of language (both grammatical and logical), confidence, participation and ability to accept others' ideas were all important facets of this test. Your body language and attitude during the whole test is also of consequence. What you must do is to remain involved with the test throughout.
- Result Passing of stage-I test is a combination of your intelligence rating, individual story content, method at narration, command over language and overall performance in discussion and complete task. Once the results are announced, relevance of your stage-I performance in no longer there except your intelligence rating which still affects your overall results during the stage-II.
2 Day
Stage-II Psychological Test
Picture Perception and Discussion Test Result
The stage-II tests comprise of three different techniques, namely the psychological tests, group tasks and personal interview. This shall be elaborated separately. However, it is emphasised that in all the three techniques the assessment is of your personality which is based on specified 15 OLQs (Officer Like Qualities). The highlights of the three different techniques are as follows:
The Psychological Test The psychologist does not interact with you nor does he know you by your physical appearance or attributes. He will assess your personality merely through the inputs which you have given him in the answer sheet. It is a test of your mind. Your answers are required to be natural responses and not preconceived. In case you have tried to think and modify your natural responses you will run out of time and will not be able to complete the tests. Large gaps in your response will make it difficult for him to assess you. An endeavor has to be made to complete all the SRTs, 60 TATs and the 60 WATs. Any candidate can achieve proficiency in completing these tests through adequate practice. Various books are available which explain the essentials of these tests and may help you in practicing them before you take on the actual test. You cannot change your personality but you can certainly complete the tests in the given time and be in a better position to be assessed well by the psychologist. What is important is you should be positive in thoughts and your application to the test.
3 & 4 Day
Stage-II GTO Test
Unlike the psychologist, the GTO is actually interacting with you throughout the tests. Each and every action of yours is observed. It is a test of your body and coordination between your body and mind. Your physical and mental qualities get highlighted in these tests. Project your qualities to the GTO and do not remain a passenger. Come out with work sense, ideas and ensure that others accept them. If they are logical and workable they will be acceptable. While you expect others to accept your ideas you should be willing to accept others ideas as well. You need to remain confident and cheerful throughout the tests and learn to comprehend all instructions and ensure that no rules are violated. Your overall performance in all the GTO tasks brings out your personality. You need to be good in every aspect. Outstanding performance in some and poor in others is not acceptable. You need to introspect and find out shortcomings which you noticed in your performance. You ought to be physically fit to do well here. Focus on your shortcomings and you will surely be able to come up to the required standards.
5 Day
Stage-II Interview
The interviewing officer discusses by way of questions and answers the opportunities you had in your life and the positive or otherwise benefit you have derived from them. It is a test of your heart. The interviewing officer is fairly senior and experienced in the armed forces. While he interacts with you he discerns whether you have the qualities required to be an army officer. What you have done till date with regard to your academics, competitive exams, your achievements in extra curricular activities, your interests in life, sports you play, your feelings for your parents, friends, teachers and society at large, your general knowledge and awareness and your physical and mental fortitude are all important facets of his assessment. The interviewing officer understands and gives you more than adequate benefit for shortcomings or mistakes which you may have committed, thus, do not try and hide anything. The tendency of lying or making false pretences is negatively viewed and is easily discernable.
Stage-II Conference
The three assessors have individually carried out their assessment. However, there is no discussion as sharing of facts of assessment between them nor any results of your performance is known to them or anybody else at the beginning of the conference. For the final result on the performance of a candidate all the three assessors and all members of the board must interact as also meet the candidate in person. Thus, we have the final board conference. During this, the individual assessments are discussed and a candidate's plus points and weak qualities are deliberated upon in detail. All aspects of a candidate are analysed to see if he / she has the required qualities to be trained to become a good armed forces officer. Whereas benefit of any doubt with an individual assessor is given to a candidate; during the conference benefit of doubt adequately probed normally is given to the organisation. Also, candidates with higher intelligence rating can get an additional credit as compared to those with lower intelligence rating. When the conference terminates the results are finalized and communicated to the candidate. Suitable advice by one of the assessors is rendered to all Non Recommended Candidates.
SSB Test Center
All three tests are conducted independently-
| Services |
SSB Center Location |
Name of SSB Center |
| Army |
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Allahabad, UP |
Selection Centre East (SCE) |
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Bhopal, MP |
Selection Centre Central (SCC) |
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Bangalore, KA |
Selection Centre South (SCS) |
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Ropar, PB (proposed) |
Selection Centre North (SCN) |
| Navy |
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Bhopal, MP |
33 SSB, SCC |
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Bangalore, KA |
12 SSB, SCS |
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Coimbatore, TN |
Naval Selection Board (NSB), Agrani |
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Visakhapatnam, AP |
NSB Visakhapatnam |
| Air Force |
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Dehradun, UK |
1 AFSB |
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Mysore, KA |
2 AFSB |
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Gandhinagar, GJ |
3 AFSB |
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Varanasi, UP |
4 AFSB |
Course Details
14 Days Classroom Course @ CDAF
| Course Duration |
Two Weeks(14 Days) |
| Course code |
1301 |
| Timing |
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Course Fees* |
Rs. 10000/- |
| Application Form Fee |
Rs. 525/- |
| Total Fee |
Rs. 10525/- |
Individual Course
Screening + Psychology (Course Code- 3303) |
Duration- 7 Days
Admission Form Charge- Rs. 525
Course Fee*- Rs.4000/-
Total– Rs.4525/- |
GTO (Course Code- 3303) |
Duration- 4 Days
Admission Form Charge- Rs. 525/-
Course Fee*- Rs.4000/-
Total– Rs.4525/- |
Interview (Course Code-3304) |
Duration- 3 Days
Admission Form Charge- Rs. 525/-
Course Fee*- Rs.3000
Total– Rs.3525/- |
PABT (Course Code-3305) |
Duration- 1 Day
Admission Form Charge- Rs 525/-
Course Fee*- Rs.1500/-
Total– Rs.2025/- |
Things To Carry In SSB
- SSB Interview Call Letter
- 10th/12th Original and Photocopy(2 each) Mark sheet & Certificate
- Original and Photocopy(2 each)Graduation/Post Graduation Degree Certification
- Certificate from principal if in final year.
- NCC Certificate (Original & Photocopy) (For NCC Special Entry)
- Valid Commercial Pilots License, issued by DCGA (If applicable)
- Original Ticket (If eligible for Travelling Allowance)
- Identity Proof (Voter ID/Passport/DL/PAN Card) (Original and 2 Photocopies)
- NOC Certificate (for those who are currently working in Govt. Org or PSUs)
- Risk certificate duly signed by parent/guardian. ( for minors)
- 20 Passport Size Colour Photographs (with light coloured clothes and against white background)
Stationary
- 2 Pens (Black or Blue)
- Pencil, Rubber & Sharpener
- Glue
- Stepler
Clothing
- 2 Pair of Formal Shirt, Pant, Tie and Belt (for Screening, Interview & Conference)
- Formal Shoes & Socks (2 pair for Socks)
- 2 Pair of Informal Shirt and Pant (proper dress is required even to enter in mess)
- GTO Dress 1 Pair (white T-shirt and Shorts)
- White PT/Sports Shoes & Socks
- 2 Handkerchiefs
NOTE:
Kindly avoid carrying any valuable items such as Laptops, Expensive phone, Jewelry. Also keep the cash in your pocket to the minimum. It is better to carry an ATM rather than having too much cash stashed in your wallet. Don’t forget to keep your original journey ticket(s) safe with you in case you are appearing for the SSB for the first time.
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