AFCAT Syllabus 2026 Guide by Best Defence Academy in Lucknow

The AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) 2026 is one of the most competitive exams for those aspiring to join the Indian Air Force as commissioned officers in Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) branches. At Shield Defence Academy, the best defence academy in Lucknow, we provide a comprehensive and structured approach to mastering the AFCAT syllabus and clearing the exam with flying colours.

This guide covers everything you need to know about the AFCAT Syllabus 2026, preparation strategy, subject-wise breakdown, and expert tips curated by top educators at Shield Defence Academy.

Overview of AFCAT 2026 Exam Structure
The AFCAT 2026 will be conducted in online mode and comprises objective-type questions in English. The exam includes two parts:

AFCAT Paper (For All Branches)

EKT (Engineering Knowledge Test) – Only for Technical Branch candidates

Sections Questions Marks
General Awareness 25 75
Verbal Ability in English 25 75
Numerical Ability 18 54
Reasoning and Military Aptitude 32 96
Total 100 300

EKT (For Technical Branch): 50 Questions | 150 Marks

Duration: AFCAT – 2 Hours | EKT – 45 Minutes
Marking Scheme: +3 for correct answer, -1 for wrong answer

Detailed Subject-Wise AFCAT 2026 Syllabus
1. General Awareness (GA)
This section evaluates your knowledge of current affairs and general studies. At Shield Defence Academy, we provide daily current affairs, weekly quizzes, and monthly digests for maximum retention.

Key Topics:

History (Ancient, Medieval & Modern)

Geography (India & World)

Polity and Constitution

Indian Economy

Science & Technology

Environment and Ecology

Sports and Awards

Important Days & Events

Defence-Related Developments

Current Affairs – National & International

Pro Tip: Focus on last 6–8 months' current affairs. Use Shield Defence Academy’s exclusive "GA Rapid Revision Notes" for final prep.