Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026

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Indian Air Force has released the official notification for the recruitment of Agniveer Vayu  vacancy for Agniveer Vayu Intake 02/2027 under Agnipath Scheme or Agneepath Scheme across the country. Interested and eligible candidates who want to enter Indian Air Force as a soldier may apply online here.

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Recruitment Details :

Name of post: Agniveer Vayu

No of posts: To be updated later

Name of Batch: Agniveer Vayu Intake 02/2027

Name of Scheme: Agnipath Scheme

Duration of Service: 4 Years

Name of Department: Indian Air Force

Name of Ministry: Ministry of Defence, India

Date of launch of the scheme: 14th June 2022

Job location: All India

Mode of application: Online

Helpline: For queries pertaining to filling up of online application form, candidates may also contact on Telephone No. 020-25503105/25503106.

Eligibility Criteria for Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 :

Age Limit: Candidates born between 1st January 2005 and 1st July 2010 (both days inclusive) are eligible to apply for Agniveer Vayu posts. In case, a candidate clears all the stages of the Selection Procedure, then the upper age limit as on date of enrollment is 22 years.

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Educational Qualifications :

A) Science Subjects: Candidates who are going to submit their application under the Science Subjects category must have any one of the following educational qualifications. Candidates should have passed the Intermediate/ 10+2/ Equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics and English from an Education Board listed as a COBSE member with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English. Who have passed three years of Diploma Course in Engineering (Mechanical/ Electrical/ Electronics/ Automobile/ Computer Science/ Instrumentation Technology/ Information Technology) from a Government recognized Polytechnic institute with 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English in diploma course (or in Intermediate/ Matriculation, if English is not a subject in Diploma Course). Who have passed two years of Vocational Courses with non-vocational subjects viz. Physics and Maths from State Education Boards/Councils which are listed in COBSE with 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English in vocational courses (or in Intermediate/ Matriculation, if English is not a subject in Vocational Course).

B) Other Than Science Subjects: Candidates who are going to submit their application under the Other Than Science Subjects category must have any one of the following educational qualifications. Passed Intermediate/ 10+2/ Equivalent Examination in any subject approved by Central/ State Education Boards listed as COBSE member with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English. Those who have passed two years of vocational courses from Education Boards listed as COBSE members with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English in vocational courses or in Intermediate/ Matriculation if English is not a subject in Vocational Course.

 

Pay Scale of Air Force Agniveer :

Year	Customised Package	In Hand	30% Fund
1st Year	₹30,000/-	₹21,000/-	9000/-
2nd Year	₹33,000/-	₹23,100/-	9900/-
3rd Year	₹36,500/-	₹25,580/-	10950/-
4th Year	₹40,000/-	₹28,000/-	12000/-

 

Exit After 4 Years: 10.04 lakhs plus accrued interest as Seva Nidhi Package

Life Insurance Cover : Rs 48 lakhs

Examination Fee :

The examination fee of Rs.550/– is to be paid by the candidate while registering for the online examination. The payment can be made by using Debit Cards/ Credit Cards/ Internet Banking through the payment gateway. The examination fee can also be paid by Challan payment at any Axis Bank Branch.

How to Apply :

Candidates who fulfil the required eligibility criteria of Indian Air Force Agnipath Recruitment must submit their online applications at the official web portal developed by the Indian Air Force. Further, candidates can follow the following steps to proceed with their online application.

1. Scroll down, and check the Important Links section.
2. Click on the Online Application Link.
3. Now, an official web portal will load in the new tab of your browser.
4. In that portal, you will get the option to register yourself.
5. After registration, you have to provide all your required details.
6. After that, you have to upload your documents.
7. Now, you have to pay the examination fee.
8. After successful payment, your application will be submitted.
9. Also, you will receive an acknowledgement copy of your submission.
10. Print that acknowledgement copy for future use.

Note: Candidates are advised to read the official notification carefully before proceeding with the online application process.

Important Dates :

• Starting date of submission of online application: 6th July 2026
• Last date of submission of online application: 26th July 2026
• Fees Payment Last Date : 26th July 2026
• Date of issue of Admit Card: 48-72 hours prior Exam
• Exam City Intimation : September 2026
• Date of exam: 22 – 23 September 2026
• Release of provisional select list: updating
• Release of final enrollment list: updating

Important Links :

Online Application Link	APPLY NOW
Download Official Notification	Click Here
Official Website	Visit Here

 

Mandatory Medical Standards of Agniveer Vayu :

General Medical Standards for Agniveer Vayu are as follows:-

Height:

Minimum acceptable height is 152 cms (For Male candidates) and 152 cms (For Female candidates). For candidates belonging to North East or hilly regions of Uttarakhand, a lower minimum height of 147 cms will be accepted. In case of candidates from Lakshadweep, the minimum height will be 150 cms.

Chest: 

• Male Candidates: The chest wall should be well proportioned and well developed. Minimum chest circumference should be 77 cms and the chest expansion should be atleast 05 cms.
• Female Candidates: The chest wall should be well proportioned and should be with minimum range of expansion of 05 cms.

 

Weight: Proportionate to height and age.

Gynaecological Examination (for female candidates):  The examination covers external genitalia, hernia orifices and the perineum, any evidence of stress urinary incontinence or genital prolapse outside introitus.

Pregnancy (for female candidates): Any candidate, if found pregnant shall be disqualified and her candidature will be rejected.

Hearing: Candidate should have normal hearing i.e. able to hear forced whisper from a distance of 6 meters with each ear separately.

Dental: Should have healthy gums, good set of teeth and minimum 14 dental points.

General Health: Candidate should be of normal anatomy without loss of any appendages. He should be free from any active or latent, acute or chronic, medical or surgical disability or infection and skin ailments. Candidate shall be physically and mentally FIT to perform duty in any part of the world, in any climate and terrain.

Body Tattoo: Permanent body tattoos are not permitted. However, tattoos only on inner face of the fore arms (inside of elbow to the wrist), back (dorsal) part of the hand/reverse side of palm and Tribals with tattoos which are as per custom and traditions of their tribes may be considered. Offensive, obscene, indecent, sexist or racist tattoos are prohibited regardless of location on the Body.

However, right to consider a tattoo acceptable or unacceptable will rest with the Selection Centre. Candidates with permanent body tattoos are to submit two postcard size photographs (close up and distant view) with details of size and type of the Tattoo.

More details about medical standard requirements can be viewed in official notification. 

Online Test of Air Force Recruitment :

Candidates who submit online applications for Indian Air Force Recruitment must attend an online test. Indian Air Force will issue the provisional admit card to the eligible candidates 48 to 72 hours before the exam. Also, candidates will be informed about the same on their registered email addresses. Candidates have to download their admit cards and take a colour printout. They will need to carry their admit cards to the examination centre on the day of the online test as indicated on their respective admit cards to appear in the selection test.

Marking Pattern: One mark for every correct answer.

Negative Marking: 0.25 marks shall be deducted for each wrong answer.

Note: Candidates are to bring one blue/black pen and original AADHAR card along with them for Phase-I testing.

Science Subjects :

For the candidates who will submit the application for the category of Science Subjects, their exam pattern will be as follows.

Type of Exam: Online Test

Duration of Exam: 60 Minutes

Syllabus of Exam: English, Physics and Mathematics as per 10+2 CBSE syllabus.

Other Than Science Subjects :

For the candidates who will submit the application for the category of Other Than Science Subjects, their exam pattern will be as follows.

Type of Exam: Online Test

Duration of Exam: 45 Minutes

Syllabus of Exam: English as per 10+2 CBSE syllabus and Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA).

For Both Subjects :

For the candidates who will submit the application for the category of both Science Subjects & Other Than Science Subjects, their exam pattern will be as follows.

Type of Exam: Online Test

Duration of Exam: 85 Minutes

Syllabus of Exam: English, Physics and Mathematics as per 10+2 CBSE syllabus and Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA).

Physical Fitness Test (PFT) :

Names of the shortlisted candidates, who qualify the online test, shall be displayed on the CASB Web Portal https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in and on a stipulated date shall be called at designated ASC for Physical Fitness Test (PFT) and Adaptability Test-II. PFT consists of two parts i.e. PFT-I and PFT-II.

PFT

Candidates have to complete 1.6 Kms run as per the following timings to qualify for PFT:-

• Height : Minimum height – 152.5 cms (Male) | 152 cms (Female) || Minimum Height from North East / Hilly – 147 cms || Minimum Height from Lakshwadeep : 150 cms
• Minimum Chest : 77 cms & Expansion – 05 cms
• Weight : Proportionate to Height & Age
• Running: The candidate has to complete a 1.6 km run within 7 mins (Male) || 1.6 km in 8 mins (Female)
• Push-ups: The candidate must complete 10 push-ups within 1 minute (Male)
• Sit-ups: The candidate must complete 10 sit-ups within 1 minute (Male) || 10 sit-ups within 1.30 minute(s) (Female)
• Squats: The candidate must complete 20 squats within 1 minute (Male) || 15 sqauts in 1  minute (Female)

Note: Candidates are advised to bring their sports shoes and shorts/ track pants.

Benefits of Agniveer Agnipath Scheme in Air Force :

• Duration of Jobs: 04 Years
• AGNIVEER Skill Certificate:- At the end of engagement period, a detailed Skill-Set certificate will be provided to the AGNIVEER VAYU,highlighting the skills and level of competency acquired by the personnel during their engagement period.
• Insurance:- Death and Disability Compensation. AGNIVEER VAYU will be provided non-contributory life Insurance cover of Rs 48 lakhs for the duration of their engagement period as AGNIVEER VAYU in the Indian Air Force. AGNIVEER VAYU will not be governed by provisions contained in the Pension Regulations/Rules for Indian Air Force. For details of Death/Disability compensation log on to https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in
• Training: On being enrolled, AGNIVEER VAYU will be imparted military training based on Indian Air Force requirement.
• Leave : Annual : 30 Days, Sick Leave. Based on Medical Advice.
• The candidates who become Agniveer will get 10% reservation in recruitment in Assam Rifles, CAPF.
• Uttar Pradesh / Madhya Pradesh and other states will also give preference to Agniveer in police department recruitment.
• Personnel enrolled under this Scheme will not be eligible for Ex-Servicemen status.

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