AFCAT 1 admit card 2026 released at afcat.cdac.in; check steps to download, exam pattern, important instructions and more
The online written exam is planned to be held on January 31, 2026 at various centers across the country.
Where and How to Download AFCAT Admit Card 2026
Candidates appearing for the AFCAT 1 exam are required to download their admit cards from the official website afcat.cdac.in using their login details.
Steps to Download AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026
Step 1: Visit the official AFCAT website at afcat.cdac.in
Step 2: Click on the AFCAT 1 Admit Card 2026 link on the home page
Step 3: Sign in using the required credentials
Step 4: Download the admit card and print it for use on the exam day
Step 5: Candidates will not be allowed to appear for the exam without a valid admit card.
AFCAT Exam Date and Shift Timings 2026
- AFCAT 1 exam will be held in a single shift on Saturday, January 31, 2026.
- Candidates must be present at the exam center at 08.00, and the entrance gates will close at 09.30.
- Verification of entry cards, proof of identity, biometric verification, photography and seating arrangements will be carried out between 08:00 and 09:45.
- The instructions will be read to the candidates between 09.45 and 10.00, and then the exam will start at 10.00 and end at 12.00.
AFCAT Exam Pattern 2026
AFCAT 1 exam will be conducted in online mode. All questions will be of objective type and prepared in English only.
The article will cover four key areas:
- General Awareness
- English Verbal Ability
- Numerical Ability
- Judgment and Military Aptitude Test
The total duration of the exam is 2 hours and consists of 100 questions worth a maximum of 300 points.
Important Instructions to Candidates
Candidates are advised to carefully check all the details mentioned in their admit card including name, photograph, examination center and reporting time. They are required to carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the examination centre.
