After completing our post-graduation, we might find it difficult to get into Indian armed forces as there are very few entries for postgraduates. Also, after post graduation many candidates are not eligible for few entries as the age limit is less for those entries.
As a Post- Graduate, you could join any of the Ground Duty Branches of the IAF. Interested candidates can apply for AFCAT exam conducted by Indian air force twice every year. Other eligiblity conditions are as mentioned below.
(For Graduates/ Post Graduates)
Managing human and material resources, the Ground Duty Branch is the mechanism that steers the Indian Air Force.
General Eligibility Criteria for Ground Duty Branches
- Age – 20 to 26 Years for Graduates Post Graduates (at the time of commencement of course).
- Marital Status – Candidates below the age of 25 years must be Unmarried.
- Nationality – Indian
- Gender – Both men and women.
As a Graduate/ Post Graduate you can join as an officer in any of the following Ground Duty Branches
ADMINISTRATION BRANCH
- Permanent Commission (for Men) / Short Service Commission (for Men & Women)
- Responsible for the efficient management of both human and material resources. Some of the officers of the Administration Branch are selected and trained to carry out the following duties also:
- Air Traffic Controller  – Involves maintaining an orderly flow of traffic and airspace management.
- Fighter Controller  – Involves close contact and supervision between the air and radar for effective airspace management.
Educational Qualifications
- Graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum 60% marks in aggregate in all papers put together?
OR
- Post Graduation degree / equivalent diploma in any discipline with a minimum 50% marks in aggregate in all papers put together.
ACCOUNTS BRANCH
- Permanent Commission (for Men) / Short Service Commission (for Men & Women)
- Responsible for efficient financial management of funds.You will also act as internal auditor to ensure a zero-defect audit from outside agencies.
- Educational Qualifications
- Graduate Degree in Commerce (B Com) with a minimum 60% marks in aggregate in all papers put together
OR
- Post Graduate Degree in Commerce (M Com) / CA / ICWA with a minimum 50% marks in aggregate in all papers put together.
LOGISTICS BRANCH
- Permanent Commission (for Men) / Short Service Commission (for Men & Women)
- Responsible for materials management of all Air Force resources. You would ensure efficient supervision of inventories, and involve in procurement processes of various ranges of equipment.
- Educational Qualifications
- Graduation degree in any discipline with a minimum 60% marks in aggregate in all papers put together
OR
- Post Graduation Degree/ equivalent diploma in any discipline with a minimum 50% marks in aggregate in all papers put together.
