Indian Air Force Selection List for Spring Term Courses 2026

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the Selection List for Spring Term Courses 2026, marking a defining moment for aspirants who have successfully navigated one of the most challenging selection processes in the country. The selected candidates will commence their training at the Air Force Academy (AFA) from 29 December 2025.

The list includes candidates selected through CDSE, AFCAT, and NCC Special Entry, following a comprehensive and highly competitive evaluation process. Selection was based on multiple parameters, including branch-wise vacancies, eligibility criteria, order of merit, medical fitness, and candidate preferences. This achievement reflects months—often years—of disciplined preparation, perseverance, and commitment to service.

Courses and Branches Covered

The Spring Term 2026 selection spans a wide range of branches, highlighting the diverse operational and administrative needs of the Indian Air Force:

Flying Branch

Permanent Commission (PC) & Short Service Commission (SSC)
Open to Men and Women

Technical Branch

Aeronautical Engineering (Mechanical)
Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics)

Non-Technical Branches

Weapon Systems
Administration
Logistics
Accounts
Education
Meteorology

Candidates have been inducted through CDSE, AFCAT (Men & Women), and NCC Special Entry, reinforcing the IAF’s merit-based and inclusive selection framework.

Top Performers Across Branches

Flying Branch

CDSE (PC): Ankul Chauhan
NCC Entry (PC): Hitesh M
NCC Entry (SSC – Men & Women): Dharunika Namagiri B V
SSC (Men & Women): Abhay Singh Manhas

Technical Branch

Aeronautical Engineering (Mechanical) – SSC: Abhas Nitin Kamble
Aeronautical Engineering (Electronics) – SSC: Aayush Kumar

Non-Technical Branch

Weapon Systems: Abhishek Rana
Administration: Abhishek Sharma
Logistics: Akshay Kumar Gahlawat
Accounts: Achintya Tiwari
Education: Aditi Gautam
Meteorology: Aditya Pratap Singh Bhadoria

Medical Fitness & Documentation

Final induction is strictly subject to medical fitness, as certified by the Armed Forces Medical Authorities, along with the submission of all mandatory educational documents.

Candidates who have completed their examinations but are awaiting final degree certificates may be inducted on a Bond Basis. This allows provisional joining against a refundable security deposit. Failure to submit the required documents within the stipulated timeline will lead to termination of training, as per IAF norms.

Call Letters & Reporting Instructions

Call Letters: Sent via Speed Post and registered email IDs
Reporting Location:
- Reception Cell, Secunderabad Railway Station (Platform No. 10)
- Or designated Airport Reception
Reporting Dates: 27–28 December 2025
Timing: 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Late reporting will not be entertained under any circumstances.

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