Air Force (Flying) – UPSC
Quick Info
- Vacancies
- Vacancies: 92
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹56,100 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics of the 10+2 pattern or equivalent.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Freshers eligible — no experience required; candidates must meet specific physical and vision standards for flying.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 15 to 18 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The UPSC NDA-II 2026 exam offers 92 vacancies for the Air Force Flying branch, providing an elite opportunity to become a pilot. Candidates receive a monthly stipend of ₹56,100 during their training period at the academy. Eligibility requires a 12th Class pass with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognized board. This role is exceptionally attractive as it includes specialized flying training and the chance to operate advanced military aircraft as a commissioned Flying Officer.
- Candidates must qualify for the Computerised Pilot Selection System (CPSS) in addition to the standard SSB interview.
- The age limit requires applicants to be born between 1st January 2008 and 1st January 2011.
- The selection process includes a written test, SSB interview, and mandatory medical fitness for flying duties.
- The application fee is ₹100, with exemptions for SC, ST, and female candidates.
- Flying branch officers are eligible for a Flying Allowance of ₹25,000 per month upon successful commissioning.
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Additional Salary Information
Fixed Stipend: ₹56,100 per month. Commissioned pay: Level 10 (₹56,100–₹1,77,500) plus Flying Allowance of ₹25,000 per month.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Written Examination (Mathematics & General Ability Test) SSB Intelligence and Personality Test (Stage I & Stage II) Computerised Pilot Selection System (CPSS) for Flying Branch Medical Examination Final Merit List based on Written + SSB marks
Application Fees
General/OBC: 100 SC/ST: 0 Female Candidates: 0 Wards of JCOs/NCOs/ORs: 0
Reservation
Total: 92 (Male: 90, Female: 02)
How to Apply
- Visit the official UPSC application portal at https://upsconline.nic.in.
- Complete the One-Time Registration (OTR) if not already registered.
- Fill out the Common Application Form (CAF) with personal and educational details.
- Upload a scanned photograph and signature as per the specified instructions.
- Capture a live photograph through the portal's module.
- Pay the application fee of ₹100 (if applicable) via net banking or card payment.
- Select your preferred examination center from the available list.
- Submit the application and print the confirmation page for future reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cadets receive a stipend of ₹56,100 per month during training. After commissioning, they receive Level 10 pay plus a Flying Allowance of ₹25,000.
Applicants must have passed 12th Class with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics under the 10+2 pattern.
The process includes a written exam, SSB interview, and the mandatory Computerised Pilot Selection System (CPSS) test.