AFCAT 2 Merit List 2025 Out: 744 Candidates Recommended, Check Rank And Selection Details
The Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT 2 2025 merit list for courses scheduled to begin in June 2026 at the Air Force Academy. A total of 744 candidates have been recommended across AFCAT male, AFCAT female, AE branch, NCC Special Entry and Service Entry Commission categories.
AFCAT 2 Merit List 2025 Released
The Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT 2 2025 merit list for courses starting in June 2026 at the Air Force Academy. Candidates who completed the Air Force Selection Board process can now check their names, ranks and category-wise merit status in the published list.
The merit list includes candidates recommended through different entry categories. However, the Indian Air Force has clarified that being included in the merit list does not automatically guarantee final selection.
AFCAT 2 2025 Merit List: Category-Wise Candidates
The merit list has been released category-wise for AFCAT male, AFCAT female, AE branch, NCC Special Entry and Service Entry Commission candidates.
| Category | Candidates Included | Selection Note |
|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Male | 380 | Included in order of merit |
| AFCAT Female | 226 | Included in order of merit |
| AE Branch | 106 | Engineering branch candidates included |
| NCC Special Entry | 23 | Special entry category candidates included |
| Service Entry Commission | 9 | Service entry candidates included |
| Total | 744 | Final selection depends on further conditions |
Top Rank Holders In AFCAT 2 2025 Merit List
The Indian Air Force has also listed top-ranked candidates across different categories. Alok Singh secured the top position in the AFCAT male category, while Mehakpreet Kaur topped the AFCAT female category.
| Category | Top Candidate | Rank Detail |
|---|---|---|
| AFCAT Male | Alok Singh | Rank 1 in AFCAT male category |
| AFCAT Female | Mehakpreet Kaur | Rank 1 in AFCAT female category |
| AE Branch Male | Saurabh Saini | Top-ranked male candidate in AE branch |
| AE Branch Female | Suhani | Top-ranked female candidate in AE branch |
| NCC Special Entry Male | Rahul Kumar | Top position among male candidates |
| NCC Special Entry Female | Riddhi Malhotra | Top position among female candidates |
| Service Entry Commission | Pradeep Kumar | Rank 1 in Service Entry Commission category |
Final Selection Not Guaranteed By Merit List Inclusion
The Indian Air Force has clarified that inclusion in the AFCAT 2 2025 merit list does not guarantee final selection. Candidates must also meet medical fitness requirements and other selection conditions.
Final joining will depend on the candidate’s position in merit, medical fitness, branch-wise requirement and availability of seats in the course scheduled to start in June 2026.
Medical Fitness
Candidates must be medically fit as per Indian Air Force standards.
Merit Position
Final selection depends on the candidate’s merit position and category.
Seat Availability
Joining depends on the number of vacancies and available seats in the course.
How To Check AFCAT 2 2025 Merit Status
Candidates can check their AFCAT 2 2025 merit status through the official AFCAT website. The merit list PDF can be searched using roll number.
- Visit the official AFCAT website.
- Go to the “What’s New” section on the homepage.
- Click on the link titled “ORDER OF MERIT OF ALL AFSB RECOMMENDED CANDIDATES: Jun 26 Course(s)”.
- The AFCAT merit list PDF will open on the screen.
- Press Ctrl + F on your keyboard.
- Enter your roll number in the search box.
- Check your name, rank and category details carefully.
- Download and save the merit list PDF for future reference.
Details Candidates Should Check In The Merit List
After opening the merit list PDF, candidates should carefully verify all details. Any mismatch should be checked with official AFCAT communication and instructions.
- Candidate name
- Roll number
- Merit rank
- Entry category
- Branch or course detail
- AFSB recommendation status
- Course starting month
- Official instructions
What Candidates Should Do After Checking Merit List
Candidates whose names appear in the list should keep all required documents ready and continue monitoring official updates. They should also follow medical, joining and course-related instructions issued by the Indian Air Force.
| Next Step | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Save merit list PDF | Useful for checking rank and future reference |
| Check official communication | IAF may issue further instructions for shortlisted candidates |
| Keep documents ready | Required for joining, verification and training-related formalities |
| Track medical fitness updates | Final selection depends on medical fitness |
| Do not rely on unofficial messages | Only official AFCAT and IAF updates should be followed |
AFCAT 2 Merit List 2025 Timeline
FAQs On AFCAT 2 Merit List 2025
Has AFCAT 2 Merit List 2025 been released?
Yes. The Indian Air Force has released the AFCAT 2 2025 merit list for courses starting in June 2026.
How many candidates are included in the AFCAT 2 2025 merit list?
A total of 744 candidates have been included in the merit list.
How many AFCAT male candidates were included?
A total of 380 candidates from the AFCAT male category have been included.
How many AFCAT female candidates were included?
A total of 226 candidates from the AFCAT female category have been included.
Who topped the AFCAT male category?
Alok Singh secured the first position in the AFCAT male category.
Who topped the AFCAT female category?
Mehakpreet Kaur secured the top rank in the AFCAT female category.
Does inclusion in the merit list guarantee final selection?
No. Final selection depends on medical fitness, merit position and availability of seats.
