AFCAT STUDY PLAN IN 60 DAYS (SMART & PRACTICAL STRATEGY FOR FIRST-TIME ASPIRANTS)
The Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT) is one of the most aspirational defence examinations in India, offering graduates a direct pathway to become commissioned officers in the Indian Air Force (IAF). Unlike NDA or CDS, AFCAT is especially popular among graduates, final-year students, and working professionals because of its balanced syllabus, moderate difficulty level, and computer-based format. However, many aspirants ask a crucial question:
Can AFCAT be cracked in just 60 days? The answer is YES; with a focused, realistic, and disciplined study plan. This article presents a complete AFCAT study plan in 60 days, designed for beginners as well as repeat candidates, covering written exam + AFSB preparation in parallel.
Understanding the AFCAT Exam (Quick Overview)
The AFCAT exam tests an aspirant’s mental agility, awareness, and officer-like aptitude, rather than deep academic specialisation. AFCAT Selection Process:
- AFCAT Written Examination
- AFSB Interview (5 Days)
- Medical Examination
- Final Merit List
AFCAT Exam Pattern
| Section | Questions | Marks |
| General Awareness | 25 | 75 |
| Verbal Ability (English) | 30 | 90 |
| Numerical Ability | 18 | 54 |
| Reasoning & Military Aptitude | 32 | 96 |
| Total | 100 | 300 |
Duration: 2 Hours. Negative Marking: –1 for each wrong answer
AFCAT Syllabus Simplified (High-Scoring Areas).
A. General Awareness
- Current Affairs (last 6–8 months)
- History (Modern India focus)
- Geography (basic NCERT level)
- Polity
- Defence & Aerospace awareness
- Science (Class 9–10 basics)
B. Verbal Ability (English)
- Reading Comprehension
- Vocabulary
- Error Detection
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- Sentence Completion
C. Numerical Ability
- Percentage, Profit & Loss
- Time & Work
- Speed, Time & Distance
- Ratio & Proportion
- Simple Interest
D. Reasoning & Military Aptitude
- Verbal & Non-verbal Reasoning
- Spatial ability
- Analogy, Coding-Decoding
- Pattern recognition
60-Day AFCAT Preparation Roadmap (Phase-Wise)
Phase 1: Concept Foundation (Day 1–20). Objective: Build clarity, not speed.
Daily Study Time: 4–5 hours
- English: Grammar basics + vocabulary
- Numerical Ability: Arithmetic fundamentals
- Reasoning: One topic daily
- GA: Daily current affairs + static revision\
Focus on accuracy over attempts.
Phase 2: Practice & Speed Building (Day 21–45). Objective: Convert knowledge into marks. Daily Study Time: 5–6 hours
- Topic-wise AFCAT MCQs
- Timed sectional tests
- Revision of weak areas
- Formula & vocabulary consolidation
Start time-bound practice in this phase.
Phase 3: Mock Tests & Final Revision (Day 46–60). Objective: Exam temperament mastery.
- 2–3 full-length AFCAT mock tests per week
- Analyse every test deeply
- Revise GA notes daily
- Reduce guesswork
- Focus on calmness and confidence
Daily AFCAT Study Timetable (Sample)
Weekdays (5 Hours):
- Reasoning: 1 hour
- Numerical Ability: 1 hour
- English: 1 hour
- General Awareness: 1 hour
- Revision / Mock analysis: 1 hour
Weekends (6–7 Hours):
- Full-length mock test
- Error analysis
- Physical fitness
- AFSB preparation activities
Best Books & Resources for AFCAT (Limited & Effective)
General Awareness
- Lucent GK
- NCERT (History, Geography, Science)
- Monthly current affairs magazine
English
- Wren & Martin (Selective)
- Daily newspaper editorials
Numerical & Reasoning
- AFCAT Pathfinder
- Previous Year Question Papers
- Online mock platforms
Rule: Avoid book overload—revision is the real key.
Mock Test Strategy (Crucial for 60-Day Success)
- Attempt mocks in real exam time slot
- Maintain an error notebook
- Categorise mistakes:
- Conceptual
- Calculation errors
- Time pressure
- Gradually improve attempts with accuracy
Physical Fitness & Lifestyle (AFSB Readiness). Even before clearing AFCAT, start living like an officer.
Minimum Fitness Routine (30–40 Minutes Daily)
- Jogging or brisk walking
- Push-ups, squats, planks
- Flexibility & breathing exercises
Parallel AFSB Preparation (Do Not Ignore). Written exam clearance does not guarantee selection. Focus Areas:
- Officer Like Qualities (OLQs)
- Clear communication
- Decision-making under pressure
- Group behaviour & leadership
- Integrity and self-awareness
Daily AFSB Habits:
- Read & speak on current issues
- Practice situation response thinking
- Improve body language
- Develop self-confidence naturally
AFSB judges’ personality, not memorised answers.
Common Mistakes to Avoid in a 60-Day Plan
- Skipping mock tests
- Ignoring General Awareness
- Over-attempting questions blindly
- Late AFSB preparation
- Neglecting health & sleep
Final Words: 60 Days Can Change Your Life
AFCAT is not a test of brilliance; it is a test of clarity, consistency, and confidence. If you give honest effort for 60 focused days, the Indian Air Force can become your reality.
We believe every aspirant deserves a clear roadmap, not confusion.
JAI HIND!
