The AFCAT 2 Result 2026 is out as of 9 September, 2026, and candidates can now check their qualifying status through the official AFCAT portal.

Direct link: https://www.digialm.com/EForms/configuredHtml/1258/100343/login.html

The AFCAT 2 2026 written exam was conducted on 8 August 2026, followed by the provisional answer key and response sheet on 11 August 2026.

Note: Check your result, save the scorecard, compare your marks with the cutoff, and prepare for AFSB if shortlisted.

Is the AFCAT 2 2026 Result Out?

Yes. The Indian Air Force declared the AFCAT 2 Result 2026 on 9 September 2026. Qualifying status, section-wise marks, and the official cut-off appear together on the candidate scorecard, accessible through login on the AFCAT result portal.

The result arrived 32 days after the 8 August exam, earlier than the previous two AFCAT 2 cycles. The AFCAT 2 2025 result was declared on 16 September 2025, and the AFCAT 2 2024 result followed in late September 2024.

How to Check AFCAT 2 Result 2026 and Download the Scorecard?

Follow these steps to access your scorecard:

1. Open the official AFCAT result link on the candidate login page.
2. Select the AFCAT 02/2026 cycle from the available options.
3. Enter your registered email ID and password.
4. Submit the login form to open your candidate dashboard.
5. Click the result or scorecard tab to view your marks.
6. Download the scorecard PDF and save a printed copy.

Pro Tip #1: Portal traffic peaks in the first few hours after declaration

Pro Tip #2: Secure the credentials; the same login opens your AFSB call letter later

What to Do If You Forgot Your AFCAT Password

• Use the forgot password option on the login page
• The reset link is sent to your registered email ID
• Contact the AFCAT helpdesk if the registered email is inaccessible

What Does Your AFCAT 2 2026 Scorecard Show?

The AFCAT 2 Scorecard 2026 shows more than just whether you qualified. Candidates should carefully verify the details displayed after logging in.

Check the following on your scorecard:

• Candidate name and registration details
• Overall AFCAT marks
• Section-wise marks, if displayed
• Official AFCAT 2 cut-off
• Qualifying status
• Instructions for the next stage

Key Takeaway: Download the scorecard immediately and keep a copy safe. Qualified candidates should also review any AFSB-related instructions visible on their dashboard before proceeding to the medical examination centre and date selection.

AFCAT 2 Cutoff 2026 - Check Qualifying Marks

The AFCAT 2 Cutoff 2026 is 135 marks for the AFCAT written examination. Candidates who meet the required qualifying standard and fulfil the eligibility conditions can move ahead to the next stage of the selection process.

AFCAT Cut-off 2026 & Previous Cycles

Key Takeaway #1: Clearing the AFCAT 2 cutoff only qualifies candidates for the AFSB stage, not final selection. 

Key Takeaway #2: Cutoffs fluctuate with vacancy count, paper difficulty, and candidate turnout. A falling trend across recent cycles does not guarantee a lower bar next time.

Is the AFCAT Cut-Off Different for Each Branch?

No. IAF declares one overall AFCAT cut-off applicable to all candidates, plus a separate EKT cut-off for technical branch applicants only.

There is also no category-wise cut-off. SC, ST, and OBC candidates clear the same score as everyone else. Several widely read exam portals publish branch-wise cut-off ranges that do not appear on the actual scorecard; check your own PDF rather than a comparison table.

What Happens After You Clear the AFCAT 2 2026 Cutoff

Clearing the written exam is the first of five stages. Shortlisted candidates move through AFSB testing before any final selection is made.

The AFCAT selection process runs in this order:

1. AFSB call letter and centre selection: choose your board and testing date
2. Stage 1: Officer Intelligence Rating and Picture Perception & Discussion Test
3. Stage 2: psychological tests, group testing tasks, and the personal interview
4. Medical examination: conducted at AFCME Delhi or IAM Bengaluru
5. All India Merit List: final selection, followed by joining instructions

Stage 1 is held on day one and screens out a large share of candidates. Those who fail it return home the same day, which is why written-exam success alone is no guarantee of reaching Stage 2.

Select Your AFSB Date and Centre

The Indian Air Force conducts AFSB testing at five centres:

• Dehradun - 1 AFSB
• Mysuru - 2 AFSB
• Gandhinagar - 3 AFSB
• Varanasi - 4 AFSB
• Guwahati - 5 AFSB

After selecting your available date and centre, download the AFSB call-up letter and carefully check the reporting instructions and required documents.

When Will the AFSB Call Letter Be Released for AFCAT 2 2026?

Call letters are typically issued within a few weeks of result declaration and appear on the same candidate dashboard used to download the scorecard.

Complete AFSB Selection Process for AFCAT 2 2026

AFSB testing runs across five to six days. Only candidates who clear Stage 1 stay for the full duration.

Stage I: Screening Test (Day 1)

• OIR Test: Verbal and non-verbal reasoning questions
• PPDT: Candidates see a hazy picture, write a short story, and discuss it in a group
• Screening Result: Announced after lunch; candidates who do not qualify are sent back on Day 1

Stage II: Psychological and Group Testing (Days 2 to 4)

• Psychological Tests: TAT, WAT, SRT, and Self-Description
• GTO Tasks: Group discussion, group planning, outdoor group tasks, and obstacle courses
• Personal Interview: One-to-one on background, general awareness, and experiences
• CPSS/PABT: A special test for Flying Branch candidates

Stage III: Conference and Medical (Days 5 to 6)

• Final Conference: Board officers discuss overall performance and decide the recommendation
• Medical Examination: Recommended candidates undergo medical tests at designated military hospitals before the final merit list is prepared

One Thing Flying Branch Candidates Must Know

CPSS can be attempted only once in a lifetime. A failure permanently closes Flying Branch entry across all Indian Armed Forces.

Didn't Clear the AFCAT 2 2026 Cutoff? Your Next Move

Not clearing the AFCAT 2 2026 cutoff does not mean you should start again from zero. Use your scorecard to identify where marks were lost and build your next attempt around those weak areas.

A missed cutoff is a scoring gap, not a verdict on your ability. AFCAT runs twice yearly, and the AFCAT 1 2027 notification is expected around December 2026.

Work on these three things before the next attempt:

• Compare your section-wise marks against the cutoff to locate the real weakness
• Fix accuracy before speed; negative marking costs more than unattempted questions
• Move to full-length timed mocks rather than repeating topic revision

A large share of serving officers cleared AFCAT on a second or third attempt.

How Major Kalshi Classes Support AFCAT Aspirants After the Result?

The written exam and AFSB test are entirely different things. Candidates who clear the cut-off often reach Dehradun or Varanasi with no preparation for Stage 1 screening and are sent home on day one.

Major Kalshi Classes, based in Prayagraj, works with AFCAT aspirants at both ends of this result. Shortlisted candidates receive AFSB interview guidance from faculty with defence service backgrounds, covering OIR, PPDT, and the personal interview. 

Candidates preparing for AFCAT 1 2027 get structured classroom and online courses, sectional and full-length mock tests, and result counselling to work out where the marks were actually lost.

AFCAT 2 Result 2026 - What Should Candidates Do Now?

The AFCAT 2 Result 2026 marks the beginning of the next stage, not the end of the selection journey. Download your scorecard, check the 135-mark cutoff, and follow the instructions on your candidate dashboard.

If shortlisted, begin AFSB preparation immediately. If not, use your scorecard to identify weak areas and prepare strategically for the next AFCAT attempt.

Unsure where your score leaves you? Speak to an MKC counsellor for a straight assessment of your next step.