AFCAT Medical Test Sequence
- AFSB-recommended candidate is referred to a designated Armed Forces Medical Services hospital.
- Candidate fills the medical questionnaire truthfully.
- Doctors conduct medical, surgical, dental, ophthalmic and ENT examination.
- Mandatory lab and radiology investigations are completed.
- SMB records results on AFMSF-2 and declares Fit or Unfit.
- Unfit candidate may request Appeal Medical Board; Review Medical Board is at DGAFMS discretion.
Mandatory Investigations
- Questionnaire and truthful declaration of medical history on AFMSF-2.
- Complete medical and surgical examination, including dental examination.
- Ophthalmic examination and ENT examination.
- USG abdomen and pelvis for all candidates before commissioning.
- Complete hemogram, liver function tests, renal function tests, urine RE/ME and ECG.
- X-ray chest PA view and lumbosacral spine AP/lateral views.
- For flying duties: cervical spine and dorsal spine X-rays; EEG when indicated by history or examiner judgement.
Extra Checks for Flying Duties
- Cervical spine AP/lateral X-ray.
- Dorsal spine AP/lateral X-ray.
- EEG when indicated by family epilepsy, head injury, neurological/psychological history, or examiner judgement.
- Detailed ocular muscle balance standards.
- Motion sickness and vestibular function enquiry.
What AFCAT Medical Commonly Catches
Vision
Myopia, colour perception, squint, night blindness, retinal lattice and LASIK issues.
ENT
Hearing loss, tinnitus, Eustachian tube dysfunction, nasal polyps, allergic rhinitis.
Dental
Dental points, calculus, orthodontic appliances, malocclusion and poor oral hygiene.
USG
Kidney stones, fatty liver, gall bladder stones, cysts, fibroids and pelvic findings.
Orthopedic
Flat feet, knock knees, spine findings, ligament surgery, ACL reconstruction.
Blood
Anaemia, thalassaemia trait, eosinophilia, monocytosis and polycythaemia.
Before the Medical Board
- Carry operative notes, discharge summaries and current fitness certificates for any past surgery.
- Fix dental issues early; active dental problems can cost dental points.
- Check weight against height-weight chart rather than guessing.
- Flying candidates should check eye power, colour vision and anthropometry before relying on written-exam preparation alone.
- Disclose history truthfully; undeclared disease detected later can disqualify the candidate before commissioning.
Medical board decisions are made by Armed Forces medical specialists. This page is a structured preparation guide, not a substitute for an official medical board opinion.
FAQs
What happens in AFCAT medical test?
SMB conducts full medical, surgical, dental, eye and ENT examination plus lab/radiology investigations, then declares Fit or Unfit.
Is USG done in AFCAT medical?
Yes. USG abdomen and pelvis is mandatory for all candidates and cadets before commissioning.
Is ECG done in AFCAT medical?
Yes. ECG is listed among mandatory investigations.
Can I appeal if unfit?
Yes. Unfit candidates may apply for Appeal Medical Board. Review Medical Board is at DGAFMS discretion.
Are Flying Branch medical tests extra?
Yes. Flying duties add extra spine imaging and EEG where indicated, plus stricter vision and aircrew checks.