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Challenging Careers in Indian Air Force (IAF)

Working in the Indian Air Force (IAF) is about being in the middle of supersonic jets, state-of-the-art technology and best of the people. You are where the action is. Air Force provides you with the most modern facilities, gives you an unparalleled way of life and creates an environment, where the best in you comes out.

Whether you are a graduate or you have finished your schooling or you have passed your class tenth, Air Force has an exciting career opportunity for you. To know how you can join the Indian Air force to jumpstart a secure future for you and your family.

Type of Entry	Qualification	Age Limit (Yrs)	Schedule
Flying Branch
1)National Defence Academy (NDA)	10+2 (Phy & Maths)	16.5 -19	Mar / Oct
2) Combined Defence Services Exam (CDSE)	Any Graduate passed Phy & Maths at 10+2	19- 23	Apr / Sep
3) NCC Special Entry	Any Graduate (60 %) passed Phy & Maths at 10+2 & ‘C’ Certificate in NCC Air Wing	19- 23	Apr / Oct
4) Short Service Commission (SSC)	Any Graduate (60 %) passed Phy & Maths at 10+2	19- 23	Mar / Sep
Technical Branch
1) Aeronautical Engineer (EC) 2) Aeronautical Engineer ( ME)	Engineering Degree (60%) marks	18-28	Feb / Aug
3) University Entry Scheme (UES)	Pre- Final Year Engineering Degree (60%) marks	18-28	Feb
Ground Duty Branches
1)Administration 2)Logistics 3)Accounts 4)Education 5)Meteorology	Any Graduate (60 %) / Post Graduate (50%) marks	18 -23 (G) 20-25 (PG)	Mar / Sep