Indian Air Force IAF Agniveer Intake 01/2027 Notification 2026 - Apply Online

For Science Subjects

• 10+2 / Intermediate with Mathematics, Physics and English from a recognised board with minimum 50% overall and 50% in English.
• 3-year Engineering Diploma (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Automobile, Computer Science, IT, Instrumentation) with 50% overall and 50% in English.
• 2-year Vocational Course with Physics and Mathematics and minimum 50% overall and 50% in English.

For Other Than Science Subjects

• 10+2 / Intermediate in any stream with minimum 50% overall and 50% in English.
• 2-year Vocational Course with minimum 50% overall and 50% in English.

Essential Requirements

• Only boards recognised by Central, State or UT governments will be accepted.
• Marks will be considered as per exact percentage mentioned in marksheet (no rounding off).
• Science candidates are also eligible to apply for Non-Science category.

Salary / Stipend

• 1st Year: ₹30,000/month (In-hand: ₹21,000 + Corpus: ₹9,000)
• 2nd Year: ₹33,000/month (In-hand: ₹23,100 + Corpus: ₹9,900)
• 3rd Year: ₹36,500/month (In-hand: ₹25,550 + Corpus: ₹10,950)
• 4th Year: ₹40,000/month (In-hand: ₹28,000 + Corpus: ₹12,000)
• Additional Benefits: Risk allowance, travel, ration, clothing, accommodation, and LTC as per rules.
• Seva Nidhi: Approx ₹10.04 lakh after 4 years.
• Insurance: ₹48 lakh life insurance cover.
• Note: No gratuity, pension or PF benefits.

General Information & Instructions

• Marital Status: Only unmarried candidates are eligible. Marriage during engagement will lead to discharge.
• Pregnancy Policy: Female candidates must not get pregnant during engagement. Pregnancy leads to discharge and disqualification from regular cadre.
• Medical Standards:
  • Height: Minimum 152 cm (relaxation for North East, hilly regions & Lakshadweep)
  • Weight: Proportionate to height and age
  • Chest: Male – 77 cm with 5 cm expansion | Female – 5 cm expansion
  • Vision: 6/12 correctable to 6/6, Colour Vision CP-II
  • Hearing: Able to hear forced whisper from 6 metres
  • Dental: Minimum 14 dental points
  • LASIK/PRK surgery not permitted
• Body Tattoo: Permanent tattoos allowed only on inner forearms, back of hand/palm and tribal tattoos as per custom.
• NDPS Policy: Zero tolerance for narcotic or psychotropic substance use.
• Domicile Categories: Permanent Domicile, COAFP-I, COAFP-II
• Engagement Period: Four years under Air Force Act, 1950
• Regular Cadre: Up to 25% of each batch may be enrolled based on performance
• Leave: 30 days annual leave plus medical leave as advised
• Medical & CSD: Facilities available during engagement
• ESM Status: Not eligible for Ex-Servicemen status after four years
• NDA/AFCAT Attempts: Allowed (maximum three attempts) during engagement
• ID Proof: Aadhaar mandatory (exemption for J&K, Ladakh, Assam, Meghalaya)
• Exam Centres: Five preferences allowed; CASB may allot any centre
• No TA/DA: No travel or daily allowance for any stage
• Restricted Items: Mobile phones, smart watches and electronic devices prohibited
• Malpractice: Unfair practices will result in permanent debarment
• Disclaimer: IAF reserves the right to cancel the selection process at any stage

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How to Apply

• Application Mode: Online applications only
• Official Website: https://iafcruitment.cdac.in
• Registration Process:
  • Step I: Register using personal and contact details (User ID sent via email, password via email/SMS)
  • Step II: Complete profile, qualification details, declaration and document upload
  • Verify mobile number and email using OTP
  • Review and submit all details carefully
• Documents Required:
  • Recent passport-size colour photograph (100–200 KB, JPG/JPEG, taken within last 1 month)
  • Signature image (80–150 KB, JPG/JPEG)
  • Parent/Guardian signature (if below 18 years)
  • Left thumb impression (50–100 KB, JPG/JPEG)
  • Live webcam photo during registration
• Application Fee: ₹550 + 18% GST (payable online via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, UPI)
• Print Application: Keep a printout of the submitted form for future reference
• Important Instructions:
  • Valid email ID and mobile number are mandatory
  • Apply only once — multiple applications will be rejected
  • Details submitted cannot be edited later
  • Submitted applications cannot be withdrawn
  • Register early — no deadline extensions
• Admit Card: Issued 48–72 hours before exam on registered email
• Helpdesk: CASB – 011-25694209 / 25699606 | iafcruitment@cdac.in | royal-hunter@gov.in | +91-9513253233 (09:00–17:00)

Phase-I: Online Test

• Objective-type exam (Bilingual: English & Hindi, except English paper)
• Science Subjects: 60 minutes — Physics, Mathematics & English (10+2 CBSE level)
• Non-Science Subjects: 45 minutes — English, Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA)
• Both Categories: 85 minutes — Physics, Mathematics, English & RAGA
• Marking Scheme: +1 for correct, 0 for unattempted, -0.25 for wrong answer

Normalisation of Marks

• Marks will be normalised to balance difficulty differences across sessions.

Phase-II Testing at ASC

• Document Verification
• Physical Fitness Test (PFT-I & PFT-II)
• Adaptability Test-I (Objective written test)
• Adaptability Test-II (As per current policy)

Physical Fitness Test (PFT) Details

• PFT-I: 1.6 km run — Male: 7 minutes | Female: 8 minutes
• PFT-II (Male): 10 Push-ups (1 min), 10 Sit-ups (1 min), 20 Squats (1 min)
• PFT-II (Female): 10 Sit-ups (1 min 30 sec), 15 Squats (1 min)

Phase-III: Medical Examination

• Conducted by Air Force Medical Team as per IAF medical standards
• Includes blood test, urine test, X-ray, ECG, USG (for females), etc.

Appeal Medical Board

• For candidates declared medically unfit
• Appeal fee: ₹40

Final Selection

• Based on state-wise merit, medical fitness, vacancy availability and eligibility compliance

Indian Air Force Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026 – Complete Details

Indian Air Force Agniveervayu Recruitment is conducted under the Agnipath scheme to induct young, motivated, and disciplined candidates into the Indian Air Force. This recruitment offers a four-year engagement period under the Air Force Act, 1950, providing candidates with military training, professional skills, and national service experience.

Interested candidates must apply online through the official Indian Air Force recruitment portal. The application process includes online registration, profile completion, document upload, OTP verification, and payment of the application fee. Only online applications are accepted and no offline mode is available.

The Agniveervayu selection process consists of three phases. Phase-I includes an online objective examination for Science and Non-Science categories. Phase-II is conducted at Airmen Selection Centres and includes document verification, Physical Fitness Test (PFT), and Adaptability Tests. Phase-III is a comprehensive medical examination conducted by the Air Force Medical Team as per Indian Air Force medical standards.

Candidates must meet the prescribed age limit, educational qualification, and medical fitness criteria. Educational eligibility differs for Science and Non-Science subjects with minimum percentage requirements in aggregate and English. Medical standards include height, weight, chest measurement, vision, hearing, and overall physical fitness.

Selected Agniveervayu candidates receive a monthly salary starting from ₹30,000 in the first year, increasing up to ₹40,000 in the fourth year. A portion of the salary is contributed towards the Seva Nidhi package, which provides approximately ₹10.04 lakh after completion of four years.

Additional benefits include life insurance cover of ₹48 lakh, risk and hardship allowances, ration, clothing, accommodation, and leave benefits.

Up to 25% of each batch may be inducted into the regular cadre based on performance, organisational requirements, and vacancy availability. This makes the Agniveervayu scheme an excellent entry point for a long-term career in the Indian Air Force.

Candidates are advised to carefully read the official notification, verify eligibility, and complete the application process well before the deadline.