AFCAT Answer Key Calculator

About AFCAT Answer Key & Score Calculator

Check your AFCAT answer key instantly with KeyGuru.in’s free calculator. Paste your response sheet URL to calculate your exact score with official +3/-1 marking, review section-wise performance, and estimate your expected rank and selection chances for the upcoming AFSB (Air Force Selection Board) interview.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) conducts the Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) twice a year to select officers for the Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Technical/Non-Technical) branches. The written exam is a decisive stage before the AFSB interview, and this tool helps you compare your raw score with expected cut-off ranges before the official result declaration.

AFCAT Exam Pattern & Marking Scheme

AFCAT is a Computer Based Test (CBT) of 100 questions / 300 marks, to be completed in 2 hours (120 minutes). Candidates applying for the Ground Duty (Technical) branch must additionally appear for the Engineering Knowledge Test (EKT).

AFCAT Paper Structure (2 Hours, 100 Questions, 300 Marks)

• General Awareness — 25 questions / 75 marks
• Verbal Ability in English — 25 questions / 75 marks
• Numerical Ability — 25 questions / 75 marks
• Reasoning & Military Aptitude Test — 25 questions / 75 marks

Note: There is no fixed sectional time limit — candidates can attempt sections in any order within the overall 2-hour window. The final merit list for AFSB shortlisting is prepared branch- and category-wise based on total score.

EKT — Engineering Knowledge Test (45 Minutes, 50 Questions, 150 Marks)

• Mechanical, Computer Science, Electrical & Electronics — 50 questions / 150 marks

Note: EKT is applicable only for candidates who have applied for the Ground Duty (Technical) branch. Flying Branch and Ground Duty (Non-Technical) candidates do not need to attempt it.

Official Marking Scheme

• ✔ +3 marks for each correct answer
• ✘ -1 mark for each wrong answer
• ➖ 0 marks for unattempted questions

This applies equally to AFCAT and EKT. This calculator uses the same marking pattern so you can estimate your score accurately before the official result.

How to Check Your AFCAT Answer Key?

1. Log in to your official AFCAT response sheet on afcat.cdac.in or afcat.edcil.co.in.
2. Copy the complete answer key URL.
3. Paste it into the Keyguru.in calculator above.
4. Select your category and branch applied for.
5. Click Analyze Response Sheet to view your score and rank estimate.

Why Use Keyguru.in for AFCAT?

• ✔ Instant score calculation
• ✔ Official +3/-1 negative marking applied automatically
• ✔ Section-wise marks breakdown and wrong question analysis
• ✔ Probable cut-off comparison for Flying & Ground Duty branches
• ✔ Downloadable verified PDF scorecard for reference
• ✔ 100% Free, secure & mobile-friendly tool

About Indian Air Force (IAF) AFCAT Examination

The Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) is a national-level competitive exam conducted twice a year by the Indian Air Force to select commissioned officers in Flying and Ground Duty (Technical and Non-Technical) branches.

• Conducting Body: Indian Air Force (IAF)
• Frequency: Twice a year (typically in February and August)
• Entries Offered: Short Service Commission (SSC) for Flying Branch, and Permanent/Short Service Commission for Ground Duty branches
• Online Written Test: Covers General Awareness, Verbal Ability in English, Numerical Ability, Reasoning, and Military Aptitude Test (plus Engineering Knowledge Test for Technical candidates)