how to admit in Indian air force

Dear aspirant,

You can join INDIAN AIR FORCE in following ways:-

The valiant boys could be part of the Indian Air Force family by applying for NDA( National Defence Academy)

Candidates, short-listed for Indian Air Force after the initial selection procedure, go through a rigorous three-year training regimen at the National Defence Academy at Khadakwasla, followed by specialised training at one of the training establishment. Thereafter, they are Commissioned as Permanent Commission Officers and posted as officers at any of the Air Force Stations.

To be in the NATIONAL DEFENCE ACADEMY

You can join NDA by taking the exam conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). This exam is conducted twice a year in all major cities throughout India.

• ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
  • Age - 16 ^1/2 to 19 ^1/2 years(at the time of commencement of course)
  • Nationality – Indian
  • Gender - Men and Women
  • Educational Qualifications - 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics. Appearing final year students can also eligible to apply.
• ADVERTISEMENT SCHEDULE
  • Visit www.upsc.gov.in (http://www.upsc.gov.in/)
• Branches
• The entry through NDA is open for Flying branch, Ground duty (tech) and Ground duty(non tech). All cadets of Flying branch and Ground duty (tech) would be offered B Tech in NDA and cadets of Ground duty (Non-tech) would be offered B Sc degree.

CDSE (COMBINED DEFENCE SERVICES EXAMINATION) (FOR MEN ONLY)

1. Men can enter through this mode of entry and will get a Permanent Commission.
2. Eligibility criteria:
   • Age - 20 to 24 years (at the time of commencement of course)
   • Nationality – Indian
   • Marital Status - Single
   • Gender - Men only.
   • Educational Qualifications
     • Graduate (Three Year Course) in any discipline from a recognised University (with Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level)/BE/B Tech (Four Year Course).
     • Final Year/semester students are also eligible to apply, provided they produce Degree certificate issued by the University as per the date stipulated in the advertisement.
     • No Percentage Bar for CDSE entry.
3. Advertisement Schedule: Advertisements are released by UPSC in the months of November and August.
4. For more details visit www.upsc.gov.in (http://www.upsc.gov.in/)

SSC (SHORT SERVICE COMMISSION ) ENTRY( FOR MEN AND WOMEN)

1. You can apply through AFCAT for Short Service Commission (SSC) in the Flying Branch.
2. Short Service Commission in Flying branch is for 14 years with no further extension.
3. Eligibility criteria:
   • 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
   • Gender - Men and Women.
   • Educational Qualifications
     • Minimum of 50% 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.

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Hi Dear,

There are many ways in which you can join Indian Air force. Following are few ways in which you can get into Indian air force at different levels and for different posts:

• After 10th you can join IAF for civilian posts like Multi Tasking Staff, Stenographer, Content Assistant etc.
• After 12th you can give NDA exam and join Indian Air force after clearing written and interview rounds.
• After graduation you can appear for CDS exam or AFCAT exam to get into IAF
• You can also get into IAF if you have ‘C’ Certificate in NCC Air wing.

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To get selected as a Lieutenant or Flying Officer in Indian Air Force you have following ways to join:

• National Defense Academy: After 12th you can apply for NDA which is conducted twice a year, through this candidates get selected in either IMA, INA,, IAF or Naval Academy. There is a written round followed by SSB. You must have studied Physics/mathematics in your School (PCM/PCMB)
• Combined Defense Services: After Graduation, you can apply for CDS, which is also held twice a year. Through CDS the candidate can join INA, IMA, IAF or OTA. There is a written round followed by SSB. You must have studied Physics/mathematics in your Graduation
• Air Force Common Admission Test ( AFCAT ) : This is a special recruitment conducted by Indian Air Force, which is a technical examination followed by Interview. Candidates with graduation in Technical field (BE/BTech) are eligible

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