Indian Air Force Flight Cadet Syllabus
The Indian Air Force (IAF) Flight Cadet syllabus is designed to prepare candidates for a rigorous training program that leads to a career as an officer in the Indian Air Force. The syllabus is comprehensive, covering various subjects related to aviation, military tactics, and general knowledge. Below is a detailed breakdown of the syllabus:
1. Written Examination Syllabus:
General Awareness:
- Current Affairs
- History of India
- Indian National Movement
- Geography
- Indian Polity and Economy
- General Science
- Environment and Ecology
- Defense-related Topics
Verbal Ability in English:
- Comprehension
- Synonyms and Antonyms
- Idioms and Phrases
- Sentence Completion and Correction
- Vocabulary
- Grammar
Numerical Ability:
- Arithmetic (Number System, Percentage, Profit & Loss, etc.)
- Algebra
- Geometry
- Trigonometry
- Statistics and Probability
- Basic Mathematics
Reasoning and Military Aptitude Test:
- Verbal Reasoning
- Non-Verbal Reasoning
- Spatial Ability
- Logical Reasoning
- Military Aptitude (Basic Understanding of Military Protocols, Aviation-related Topics)
2. Physical Fitness Tests:
- 1.6 km Run: To be completed within a specified time.
- Push-ups: A minimum number must be completed within a time frame.
- Sit-ups: A minimum number must be completed within a time frame.
- Chin-ups: A minimum number must be completed.
- Squats: A minimum number must be completed.
3. Pilot Aptitude Battery Test (PABT):
- Instrument Battery Test (INSB): Evaluates the candidate’s understanding of aircraft instruments.
- Control Velocity Test (CVT): Tests the ability to control aircraft under different situations.
- Cyclic Control Test (CCT): Assesses hand-eye coordination in controlling an aircraft.
4. Group Tests (Phase-II Testing):
- Group Discussion: Topics related to current affairs, defense, or general topics.
- Group Planning Exercise (GPE): Problem-solving and decision-making in a group context.
- Progressive Group Tasks (PGT): Practical tasks that require teamwork and leadership.
- Half Group Task (HGT): Practical tasks with fewer group members.
- Lecturette: Short talk on a given topic.
- Individual Obstacles (IO): Physical obstacle course to test endurance and agility.
- Command Task: Leading a group through specific tasks.
- Final Group Task (FGT): A final team-based task requiring strategy and cooperation.
5. Interview:
Personal interview focusing on:
- Personality Assessment
- Motivation for joining the IAF
- Understanding of the IAF and its role
- Leadership qualities
- Communication Skills
6. Psychological Tests:
- Thematic Apperception Test (TAT): Candidates are shown pictures and must write a story.
- Word Association Test (WAT): Quick responses to a series of words.
- Situation Reaction Test (SRT): Responses to hypothetical situations.
- Self-Description Test (SDT): Writing about oneself in a given time.
7. Final Medical Examination:
- Comprehensive medical examination to ensure the candidate is medically fit for flying duties.
8. Flying Training (Post Selection):
Ground Training:
- Basics of aviation
- Aerodynamics
- Meteorology
- Aircraft systems
- Navigation
- Air regulations
Flying Training:
- Basic flying skills
- Advanced flying techniques
- Instrument flying
- Formation flying
- Night flying
