Maharaja Ranjit Singh AFPI Mohali – Admission Guide for 16th Course (April 2026)
The Maharaja Ranjit Singh Armed Forces Preparatory Institute (AFPI), Mohali is one of India’s most successful feeder institutes for the National Defence Academy (NDA). If you’re a Punjab-domiciled student aiming to become an officer in the Indian Armed Forces, the 16th AFPI Course starting April 2026 is a major opportunity worth understanding clearly.
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About AFPI Mohali
Founded in 2010 by the Punjab Government, AFPI’s mission is to train Punjab’s youth to become disciplined, confident and capable officers in the Army, Navy and Air Force.
Located in Sector 77, Mohali, the institute runs under direct state supervision and maintains one of the strongest training ecosystems for NDA aspirants.
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Course Structure
Duration: Two-year fully residential program during Class 11 and Class 12.
Total Seats:
48 cadets per batch
96 cadets on campus
Training Includes:
• Academics (Non-Medical, CBSE)
• Physical training, sports, swimming, firing
• Drill, discipline and military lifestyle
• Personality and communication skills training
• NDA written exam preparation
• In-house SSB interview training
The environment is structured and disciplined, designed to build officer-like qualities from Day 1.
Eligibility
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Only Punjab domicile boys can apply
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Must be born on or after 02 January 2009
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Must be studying in Class X
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Class XI students may apply only if:
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They meet the age limit
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They are willing to repeat Class XI after selection
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Important Dates
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Entrance Exam Date: 04 January 2026 (Sunday)
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Application Start: 15 October 2025, 11 a.m.
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Application Last Date: 15 December 2025, 5 p.m.
Apply Here : Link
Application Process
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Apply online only at: recruitment-portal.in
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Fill the form with correct details and upload required documents
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Submit the application before the deadline
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Keep the confirmation/registration number safe
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For queries visit the official website: mrsafpipunjab.gov.in
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Helplines: 0172-2219707 / 9041006035 (working hours)
Entrance Exam Details
Written Exam Date: 04 January 2026
Exam Pattern:
English – 40 marks
Mathematics – 80 marks
Social Studies – 30 marks
Total – 150 marks
The paper is based on CBSE Class 10 level, objective type and OMR-based.
Next Steps After the Written Exam:
Shortlisted candidates will undergo an interview and a communication skills assessment. These processes will be held from January to March 2026, depending on the Class 10 board exam schedule.
Candidates who clear these stages will undergo a medical examination. The top 48 candidates in the final merit list will receive admission offers for April 2026.
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Fees and Financial Details
AFPI provides boarding, lodging, messing, uniforms, sports facilities, military-style training, and NDA/SSB preparation free of cost.
The only payment required is the school fee, which is approximately ₹62,000 per year, payable in three installments. This amount may increase slightly as decided by the school.
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AFPI’s Remarkable Achievements
AFPI has one of the highest NDA success rates in India.
Some of the notable achievements include:
• 179 cadets commissioned as officers
• 278 cadets inducted into NDA and other defence academies
• Multiple All India Rank 1 NDA toppers (2015, 2017, 2025)
• Sword of Honour winners
• Gallantry award (Sena Medal) recipient
• 47 out of 63 cadets cleared the NDA September 2024 written exam
The institute’s results consistently demonstrate its effectiveness.
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Important Dates for AFPI Admission 2026
Written Entrance Test: 04 January 2026
Interviews: January to March 2026
Course Begins: April 2026
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Official Disclaimer
AFPI is a Government of Punjab institution.
It has no connection with any private coaching centre or any institute with a similar name.
The institute does not recommend any books, guides or coaching for the entrance exam.
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Contact Information
Maharaja Ranjit Singh AFPI
Sector 77, Mohali, Punjab – 140308
Email: [afpi_mohali@yahoo.com](mailto:afpi_mohali@yahoo.com)
Phone: 0172-2219707, 9041006305
Website: mrsafpi.punjab.gov.in