Exam for flying branch of IAF after B.Tech

Hi I have completed B.Tech now I want to join flying branch of IAF so what is the procedure of this?

[Kiran Chandar]

Ok, you want to join flying branch of IAF so for this you have to appear in the Combined Defence Services Examination exam. It is conducted by UPSC.

There are 3 modes by which you can join the IAF. They are-

Combined Defence Services Examination (CDSE)
National Cadet Corps Special Entry (Through CO NCC Unit / DG NCC)
Flying (Pilot) Short Service Commission (For Men & women)

Eligibility Criteria for IAF-

CDSE (Men)-

Graduation with specialization in science.
Age must be between 19 to 23 years.
Final year students can also apply.

CO NCC Unit / DG NCC (Men) -

Graduates in any discipline.
Age must be between 19 to 23 years.

Flying (Pilot) Short Service Commission-

Graduation with a background in science. 12th with a minimum of 60 percent in Mathematics and Physics.
Age must be between 19 to 25 years.
This method is for both men and women.

Selection procedure of the IAF-

The selection of the students is done by 4 steps. They include-

Scrutiny of Applications
Testing Officer Like Qualities
Conducting of Medical Examinations
Preparing All India Merit List