The second cycle of AFCAT is over now, and most of you may be in a position to judge your performance finally. However, if you are someone planning to take the exam next year, you must be thorough with the changing exam pattern. Hence, today we share the complete list of AFCAT GK questions asked in the real exam.
What Are AFCAT GK Questions?
The AFCAT exam is conducted by EdCIL twice every year to shortlist candidates for the Air Force Selection Board. This is the primary way to become a commissioned officer in the Indian Air Force. Owing to the stakes, the syllabus for the exam has four components:
- English
- General awareness or GK
- Numerical ability
- Reasoning and military aptitude
As you can see, the syllabus comprises General Awareness. These are the AFCAT GK questions that we are speaking of.
Difference Between GS and GK
Now you might wonder how GS is different from GK. Most candidates use the terms interchangeably, however, there is a difference between the two.
GS stands for General Studies and it comprises subjects like History, Polity, Geography, Economics, and Science. Here, the subject knowledge is assessed among candidates.
GK, on the other hand, stands for General Knowledge. This comprises of all the subjects mentioned above as well as static awareness like dance forms, cultures, current affairs, et cetera. Clearly, the scope of AFCAT GK questions is wider than simple GS.
Complete List of AFCAT GK Questions
Let us look at the complete list of AFCAT GK questions asked in the two shifts of the exam. For your convenience, we have divided these subject-wise:
Geography
There were a total of 4 AFCAT GK questions from Geography this time.
Q1. Consider the following statements regarding mineral and energy resources in India:
I. The Chota Nagpur Plateau is one of India’s most important mineral-producing regions.
II. Petroleum reserves in India are confined exclusively to offshore areas.
III. Lignite deposits are found in parts of Tamil Nadu and Rajasthan.
IV. Uranium is an atomic mineral and is used for generating atomic/nuclear power.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
A. I, III, and IV only
Q2. Match the following:
A. A-2, B-4, C-3, D-1
Q3. Consider the following statements regarding the drainage pattern of Indian rivers:
I. A dendritic drainage pattern usually develops over regions having homogeneous rock structure.
II. A trellis drainage pattern commonly develops where alternating hard and soft rock strata are present.
III. Radial drainage develops where streams flow inward towards a central depression.
IV. Rectangular drainage is generally associated with well-faulted or jointed rock structures.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. I, II and IV only
Q4. Which process is most directly responsible for the generation of tsunamis following underwater earthquakes?
1. Surface-level atmospheric wind circulation
2. Gravitational interaction between the Earth and the Moon
3. Sudden vertical displacement of a large mass of seawater
4. Gradual movement of tectonic plates along the ocean floor
A. Sudden vertical displacement of a large mass of seawater
History
There were a total of 4 AFCAT GK questions from History this time.
A. A-3, B-2, C-4, D-1
Q2. Consider the following statements regarding the Rome-Berlin-Tokyo Axis alliance during the Second World War.
I. Its was an alliance formed between Germany, Italy, and Japan.
II. Under this influence, Japan was allowed to expand its influence in Europe.
III. Germany and Italy were permitted to expand their influence in Europe.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
A. I and III only
Q3. Match the following:
A. A-3, B-2, C-4, D-1
Q4. Match the historical events in List 1 with their corresponding features or results in List 2.
| List 1 — (Event/Development) | List 2 — (Feature/Result) |
| A. Surat Session 1907 | 1. Division between Moderates and Extremists |
| B. Morley-Minto Reforms | 2. Introduction of separate electorates for Muslims |
| C. Home Rule Movement | 3. Demand for self-government within the British Empire |
| D. Alipore Bomb Case | 4. Arrest and trial of Aurobindo Ghosh |
A. A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4
AFCAT GK Questions from Polity
There was only 1 question from Polity section.
Q1. Which of the following options about the given statement is correct?
Assertion (A): The recognition of a political party as a National Party in India is determined by the Constitution of India
Reason (R): The Electoral Commission of India grants recognition to political parties based on prescribed electoral performance criteria.
A. A is false, but R is true
Economics
There were 3 questions from Economics this time.
Q1. Mark the correct statement.
A. Both statement I and II are correct.
Q2. Which Sustainable Development Goal emphasizes measures to address climate change and strengthen climate resilience?
A. SDG-13
Q3. Which of the following correctly evaluates the two statements regarding India’s Foreign Direct Investment policy?
Statement I: The Government of India permits Foreign Direct Investment under either the Automatic Route or the Government Route, depending on the sector.
Statement II: Investment proposals under the Government Route require prior approval from the competent authority before investment is made.
A. Both the statements are correct
Science
Candidates only saw 2 Science-related questions in AFCAT (2) 2026:
Q1. Select the option that is true regarding the following two statements labelled Assertion (A) and Reason (R).
Assertion (A): Fructose has the molecular formula C₆H₁₂O₆ and on the basis of its reactions it was found to contain a ketonic functional group.
Reason (R): Fructose is an amino acid, which is chemically defined as an optically active polyhydroxy aldehyde or ketone, or a compound that yields such units on hydrolysis.
A. A is correct but R is incorrect
A. A is false but R is true
Awards
A total of 4 AFCAT GK questions were asked in both the shifts.
Q1. Which of the following statements about Indian Sports Awards is correct?
I. The Maulana Abul Kalam Azad trophy is conferred upon individual athletes for excellence in university sports.
II. The Arjuna Award is conferred only for achievements in Olympic sporting disciplines.
III. The Dronacharya Award is conferred upon coaches for training outstanding medal-winning sportspersons.
IV. The Dhyan Chand Award is conferred upon active players for exceptional international performances.
A. Statement III is correct.
Q2. Which of the following awardees of the National Florence Nightingale Awards 2026 represented the UT of Lakshadweep?
I. Poonam Verma
II. Ayesha Beebi K
III. Deepa Biju
IV. Raksha Rupo Parvatkar
A. Ayesha Beebi K
Q3. Which of the following personalities was posthumously honoured with the Padma Bhushan in 2026?
1. P. Narayanan
2. V. S. Achuthanandan
3. Shibu Soren
4. Dharmendra Singh Deol
A. Shibu Soren
Q4. According to the Padma Awards announced by the Government of India in January 2026, which individual was conferred the Padma Vibhushan in the field of Literature and Education?
1. Mammootty
2. Dr. Tessy Thomas
3. Vijay Amrita
4. P. Narayanan
A. P. Narayanan
Defence
The relevance of defence has grown with 9 questions, but remain easily doable for most.
A. Both statement I and statement II are correct.
Q2. Consider the given statements with reference to the Joint Military Exercise LAMITIYE-2026.
1. It is a military exercise between India and Seychelles that has been conducted annually since 2001.
2. The 2026 edition marked a significant milestone with the participation of all three services of the Indian Armed Forces.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 2 only
A. Neither 1 nor 2
Q4. Consider the following statements regarding Exercise Tiger Triumph:
1. The fourth edition of Exercise Tiger Triumph was conducted in 2025 at the Kushok Bakula Rimpochee Airport in Ladakh.
2. The participation of the Indian Air Force in Exercise Tiger Triumph enhances India’s capability to undertake integrated air, land, and maritime operations during humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) missions.
A. 2 only
A. 1 only
Q6. Consider the following statements regarding Operation Him Setu:
1. The operation was undertaken by the Indian Army’s Trishakti Corps to rescue tourists stranded in North Sikkim following a landslide in April 2026.
2. The operation was carried out jointly by the Indian Army, the Indian Air Force, and the Indian Coast Guard, while it was launched solely by the Indian Army.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
Q8. Flying Officer Nirmal Jit Singh Sekhon became the first member of the Indian Air Force to receive which gallantry award?
A. Param Vir Chakra
Sports-Related AFCAT GK Questions
Candidates could easily secure 6 marks from sports section this time.
Q1. Which athlete became the first Indian woman to win two individual Olympic medals after securing a medal at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games?
1. Mirabai Chanu
2. Mary Kom
3. Saina Nehwal
4. P. V. Sindhu
A. P. V. Sindhu
A. A-2, B-4, C-3, D-1
Art & Culture
AFCAT GK Questions: Current Affairs
Knowledge of global affairs was checked thoroughly this time with both the shifts having a combined total of 10+ questions.
Q1. What was the primary objective of the Green India Mission (GIM)?
A. Ecological resilience through forest and ecosystem restoration
Q2. The Union Cabinet approved the Mission for Cotton Productivity (2026–27 to 2030–31) in 2026. The mission aligns with the Government of India’s 5F vision. Which one correctly expands the 5F vision?
A. Farm to Fibre to Factory to Fashion to Foreign
Q3. As part of the Nuclear Energy Mission, Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) is developing a High-Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactor (HTGCR) primarily for ________.
A. Hydrogen generation
Q4. Consider the following statements regarding Operation Ganga:
1. It rescued and evacuated thousands of stranded Indian citizens from Ukraine following the Russian invasion.
2. The entire cost of air travel for Indians evacuated under the operation was borne by the Government of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. Both 1 and 2
Q5. In 2026, the Government of India launched the Cell Broadcast System (CBS) to strengthen emergency communication during disasters. The system was developed by which organisation?
A. C-DOT
Q7. The United Nations observed the International Day of Cooperatives in July 2026 under which theme?
A. Cooperatives for a Peaceful World
Q8. In September 2025, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) approved a resolution that transformed the existing mission in Haiti into what new entity?
A. Gang Suppression Force
Q9. In which country was the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting held in January 2026, centred on the theme “A Spirit of Dialogue” to address global challenges?
A. Switzerland
Q10. Which country participated as an observer at the 68th session of the Asian Productivity Organization Governing Body held in May 2026?
A. Kazakhstan
