AFCAT Syllabus and Exam Pattern 2025

The AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) syllabus is divided into four sections:

1. General Awareness
This section tests the candidate's knowledge of current affairs, history, geography, and other general knowledge topics. It includes:

History (Ancient, Medieval, Modern)
Geography (Indian and World Geography)
Indian Polity and Constitution
Economy & Finance
Science & Technology
Environment & Ecology
Sports
Defense (Indian Armed Forces, Missiles, Exercises, etc.)
Awards & Honors
Books & Authors
Important Current Affairs
2. Verbal Ability in English
This section evaluates English language proficiency, including:

Comprehension Passage
Error Detection
Sentence Completion & Correction
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & Phrases
One Word Substitution
3. Numerical Ability
This section tests basic mathematical concepts and calculations:

Simplification
Percentage
Ratio & Proportion
Average
Profit & Loss
Simple & Compound Interest
Time & Work
Time, Speed & Distance
Number System
Decimal & Fractions
4. Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test
This section assesses logical reasoning and spatial ability:

Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning
Coding & Decoding
Blood Relations
Odd One Out
Analogy
Venn Diagrams
Figure Series
Embedded Figures
Exam Pattern for AFCAT
Total Questions: 100
Total Marks: 300
Time Duration: 2 hours
Negative Marking: 1 mark deducted for each wrong answer
For technical branches, candidates applying for the EKT (Engineering Knowledge Test) must also appear for an additional section focused on engineering subjects (Mechanical, Computer Science, Electrical & Electronics).