AFCAT Answer Key 2026 Out: Check Answer Key, Response Sheet and Objection Details
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the AFCAT Answer Key for candidates who appeared in the Air Force Common Admission Test 02/2026. The AFCAT 2 exam was conducted on 08 August 2026 for candidates applying for Flying and Ground Duty branches.
Candidates can now log in to the AFCAT candidate portal and check their AFCAT Answer Key 2026, question paper and individual response sheet. The answer key helps candidates compare their marked answers with the official answers and get an idea of their expected score.
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AFCAT Answer Key 2026 – Overview
Particulars | Details |
Organization | Indian Air Force |
Exam Name | Air Force Common Admission Test |
Exam | AFCAT 02/2026 |
Course | July 2027 |
Exam Date | 08 August 2026 |
Answer Key | Released |
Answer Key Release Date | 11 August 2026 |
Response Sheet | Available through candidate login |
Objection Facility | Available |
Total Vacancies | 142 |
Mode of Examination | Online |
Official Website |
How to Check AFCAT 02/2026 Answer Key 2026
Follow these simple steps to check the AFCAT 02/2026 answer key and response sheet. Candidates should use the official website and keep their login details ready before starting the process.
Visit the official AFCAT website.
Open the candidate login section.
Enter your registered login credentials.
Look for the AFCAT 02/2026 Answer Key / Response Sheet option.
Click on the available link.
Your question paper, marked responses and answer key will appear on the screen.
Check every answer carefully.
Download or save the response sheet for future reference.
If required, use the objection facility within the given deadline.
Note : The Indian Air Force has provided the question paper with answer key and individual response through the candidate's webpage during the objection-management period.
AFCAT 02/2026 Answer Key Objection Process
Candidates who find an incorrect answer in the provisional key can raise an objection through the official candidate portal. An objection should be submitted only when the candidate has a valid reason or supporting evidence.
The objection process generally requires candidates to select the concerned question, provide the required explanation or supporting document and submit the objection through the portal. Candidates should carefully check the instructions shown on the official website before submitting any challenge.
The objection window is time-bound. According to the recruitment information, the question paper, answer key and individual response are available during the objection-management period, so candidates should not wait until the last moment.
AFCAT 02/2026 Application Fee
Candidate / Entry | Application Fee |
AFCAT Entry | ₹550 + applicable GST |
NCC Special Entry | As applicable as per notification |
GATE Score Entry | As applicable as per notification |
Note : The official notification should be checked for the latest fee and payment instructions.
AFCAT 02/2026 Vacancy Details
Entry / Branch | Vacancy Details |
Flying Branch | 35 |
Ground Duty Non-Technical – Administration | 62 |
Ground Duty Non-Technical – Logistics | 06 |
Ground Duty Non-Technical – Accounts | 07 |
Ground Duty Non-Technical – Education | 03 |
Ground Duty Non-Technical – Weapon Systems | 26 |
Meteorology | 03 |
Total | 142 |
AFCAT 02/2026 Eligibility Criteria |
Eligibility for AFCAT 02/2026 depends on the branch selected by the candidate. The Flying Branch generally requires a bachelor's degree with Physics and Mathematics at the 10+2 level or an eligible engineering qualification. Ground Duty branches have separate educational requirements. |
AFCAT Age Limit | |
Entry | Age Limit |
Flying Branch | 20 to 24 years |
Ground Duty Technical / Non-Technical | 20 to 26 years |
AFCAT 02/2026 Selection Process
The AFCAT selection process includes multiple stages. Candidates who qualify at one stage are considered for the next stage as per the Indian Air Force recruitment rules.
The main stages are:
AFCAT Written Examination
Air Force Selection Board (AFSB)
Document Verification
Medical Examination
Final Selection / Merit List
Note : The official notification states that candidates are admitted to the different stages provisionally and must satisfy the required eligibility conditions.
Some Useful Important Links & PDFs
Important Resource | Click & Download Links |
Check Answer Key Link | |
Check Official Notification | |
AFCAT Official Website | |
Join airGurukul Channel |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
When was the AFCAT 02/2026 Answer Key released?
The AFCAT 02/2026 Answer Key was released on 11 August 2026. Candidates can access it through their official candidate login.
When was the AFCAT 02/2026 exam conducted?
The AFCAT 02/2026 examination was conducted on 08 August 2026 in online mode for eligible candidates.
Can candidates raise objections against the AFCAT answer key?
Yes. Candidates can raise objections against answers through the official portal during the specified objection-management period.
Where can I check the AFCAT 02/2026 Answer Key?
Candidates can check the AFCAT 02/2026 Answer Key by logging into the official AFCAT candidate portal using their registered credentials.
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