Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility and Online Application

Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 registration is open from 6 to 26 July 2026 for unmarried male and female candidates. The exam will be held on 22-23 September 2026.

Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026

The Indian Air Force has released the notice for Agniveervayu Intake 02/2027 under the Agnipath Scheme. Unmarried Indian male and female candidates can apply online to join as Agniveervayu for a four-year engagement period. Online registration is open from 6 July 2026 to 26 July 2026. The online exam is scheduled for 22 and 23 September 2026.

Selection takes place in three stages: an online test, physical and adaptability testing, and a medical exam. Vacancies are allotted state-wise, so cut-off marks vary from state to state. Please read the eligibility criteria, medical standards, and selection details below before filling the form.

Indian Air Force Recruitment Details

• Name of Post: Agniveervayu
• Intake: 02/2027
• Authority: Indian Air Force, through the Central Airmen Selection Board (CASB)
• Engagement Period: Four years under the Air Force Act 1950
• Marital Status: Only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible. Selected candidates must undertake not to marry during the four-year engagement tenure.
• Age Limit: Candidates born between 1 July 2005 and 1 January 2010 (both dates inclusive) are eligible to apply. The upper age limit on the actual date of enrolment must not exceed 22 years.
• Application Fee: The examination fee is ₹550 plus 18% GST, which is non-refundable.

Educational Qualification Criteria

Candidates can apply under either Science Subjects or streams Other than Science Subjects based on their qualification background:

Science Subjects: Candidates must have passed Intermediate, 10+2, or equivalent with Mathematics, Physics, and English from a recognized board. They need at least 50% aggregate marks and 50% in English. A three-year Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Automobile, Computer Science, Instrumentation Technology, or Information Technology) with 50% aggregate and 50% in English is also accepted. A two-year Vocational Course with Physics and Mathematics, meeting the same marks requirement, is also valid.

Other than Science Subjects: Candidates must have passed Intermediate, 10+2, or equivalent in any stream with at least 50% aggregate marks and 50% in English. A two-year Vocational Course with 50% aggregate and 50 marks in English is also accepted.

Pay and Seva Nidhi Package

Agniveervayu are paid a customized monthly package that rises each year. Out of this monthly package, 70% is paid directly in hand, while the remaining 30% is contributed to the Agniveer Corpus Fund, matched equally by the government.

On completing the four-year service period, an Agniveervayu receives approximately ₹10.04 Lakhs as the Seva Nidhi package, which is completely exempted from Income Tax. A non-contributory life insurance cover of ₹48 Lakhs applies during the engagement period. There is no provision for gratuity or pension benefits. Up to 25% of each batch may be enrolled into the regular cadre based on merit and organizational requirements. Risk, hardship, dress, travel, and ration allowances apply as per rules.

Physical and Medical Standards

Candidates must fulfill the mandatory physical and medical standards specified by the Indian Air Force:

• Height: Minimum 152 cms for both male and female candidates. Female candidates from the North East or hilly regions of Uttarakhand get a relaxation to 147 cms, and those from Lakshadweep to 150 cms.
• Chest: Male candidates need a minimum chest wall of 77 cms with at least 5 cms expansion. Female candidates need a minimum expansion capability of 5 cms.
• Vision: Visual acuity must be 6/12 in each eye, correctable to 6/6, with color vision standards of CP-II. Candidates with a history of LASIK or PRK refractive surgeries are not accepted.
• Weight: Weight must be proportionate to the individual’s height and age structure.

Selection Process for IAF Recruitment

The selection roadmap runs across three successive phases. The marks obtained in the Phase-I online exam are normalized to account for different difficulty levels, and shortlisting for Phase-II is done state-wise based on these normalized marks.

Phase-I: Online Test

The online test is objective type, bilingual (English and Hindi) except for the English paper, and follows the 10+2 CBSE syllabus. The duration depends on the papers chosen:

• Science Subjects (60 minutes): Physics, Mathematics, and English.
• Other than Science (45 minutes): English, Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA).
• Both Papers (85 minutes): Physics, Mathematics, English, and RAGA.

Marking scheme: 1 mark for each correct answer, 0 marks for unattempted questions, and a deduction of 0.25 marks for each wrong answer. Candidates must qualify in each paper segment individually.

Phase-II: PFT and Adaptability Tests

State-wise shortlisted candidates must report to a designated Airmen Selection Centre (ASC) for physical rounds. PFT-I is a 1.6 km run, which male candidates must finish within 7 minutes and female candidates within 8 minutes. Those who qualify proceed to PFT-II, which consists of push-ups, sit-ups, and squats. Candidates who clear PFT will then take Adaptability Test-I (a written test) and Adaptability Test-II to assess suitability for the operational environment.

Phase-III: Medical Examination

Candidates clearing Adaptability Test-II receive a medical appointment letter. The Air Force Medical Team examines candidates as per IAF standards, including blood, urine, biochemistry, chest X-ray, and ECG investigations. Unfit candidates can appeal through an Appeal Medical Board within 3 working days by depositing ₹40 via e-MRO or MRO.

How to Apply for Indian Air Force Recruitment?

Applications are accepted online only through the official CASB portal. Keep a valid email ID and mobile number ready for OTP verifications and official communications. Follow these steps to register:

1. Open the official application link from the Important Links section below.
2. Complete Step-I by entering your personal details, and verify the separate OTPs sent to your mobile number and email.
3. Log in using the system-generated User ID and password received on your email/mobile.
4. Fill Step-II with complete personal details, communication details, educational qualification data, and the declaration.
5. Upload your passport photo (100 KB to 200 KB, taken within a month), signature (80 KB to 150 KB), left thumb impression (50 KB to 100 KB), and parent’s signature if you are under 18 years, all in .jpg or .jpeg format.
6. Capture the live webcam image when prompted. The portal will only submit when the live photo matches the uploaded passport photo.
7. Preview all details, correct any spelling errors, submit the form, and pay the fee of ₹550 plus 18% GST online via Net Banking, Card, or UPI.
8. Print and save the final submitted application printout for reference.

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