📋 Complete Notification Details
Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the official notification for the recruitment of Agniveervayu Posts for Intake 01/2027. This is a significant opportunity for unmarried male and female candidates to join the prestigious Air Force under the Agnipath scheme. Interested candidates can apply online through the official website starting from 12 January 2026.
IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Company Name | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
|---|---|
| Post Name | Agniveervayu |
| No of Posts | As per State-wise requirement |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 February 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Salary | ₹30,000/- to ₹40,000/- Per Month |
| Qualification | 10+2 (Science/Non-Science) / Diploma / Vocational Course |
| Age Limit | 17.5 to 21 Years |
| Application Fee | ₹649/- (₹550 + 18% GST) |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | No. of Posts | Salary | Project / Intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agniveervayu (Science Subjects) | State-wise allocation (Refer to Notification) | ₹30,000 - ₹40,000/- | Intake 01/2027 |
| Agniveervayu (Other than Science Subjects) | State-wise allocation (Refer to Notification) | ₹30,000 - ₹40,000/- | Intake 01/2027 |
Eligibility Criteria
Eligibility for Agniveervayu (Science Subjects)
- Essential: Passed Intermediate/10+2/Equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics and English from Education Boards recognised by Central, State and UT with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
- Alternative 1: Passed Three years Diploma Course in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile/Computer Science/Instrumentation Technology/Information Technology) from recognised 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).
- Alternative 2: Passed Two years Vocational Course with non-vocational subject viz. Physics and Mathematics from recognised Education Boards with 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English in Vocational Course (or in Intermediate/Matriculation, if English is not a subject in Vocational Course).
Eligibility for Agniveervayu (Other than Science Subjects)
- Essential: Passed Intermediate/10+2/Equivalent Examination in any stream/subjects from Education Boards recognised by Central, State and UT with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
- Alternative: Passed two years Vocational Course from recognised Education Boards with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English in Vocational Course (or in Intermediate/Matriculation if English is not a subject in Vocational Course).
General Eligibility & Requirements
- Age Limit: Born between 01/01/2006 and 01/07/2009 (Inclusive). Maximum age at enrolment is 21 years.
- Marital Status: Only Unmarried candidates (Male & Female).
- Physical Standards: Height: Min 152 cms, Weight: Proportionate, Chest: Min 77 cms with 5 cms expansion (Male), Min 5 cms expansion (Female). Vision: 6/12 correctable to 6/6.
- Note: Exact aggregate percentage of marks before decimal shall only be considered (e.g., 49.99% is treated as 49%).
Salary Structure
- 1st Year: ₹30,000/- (In Hand: ₹21,000/- + Corpus: ₹9,000/-)
- 2nd Year: ₹33,000/- (In Hand: ₹23,100/- + Corpus: ₹9,900/-)
- 3rd Year: ₹36,500/- (In Hand: ₹25,550/- + Corpus: ₹10,950/-)
- 4th Year: ₹40,000/- (In Hand: ₹28,000/- + Corpus: ₹12,000/-)
- Seva Nidhi: ~₹10.04 Lakhs package after 4 years (Candidate + Govt contribution).
- Benefits: Risk/Hardship allowances, Ration, Clothing, Accommodation, LTC, and Life Insurance of ₹48 Lakhs.
Selection Process
- Phase-I (Online Test): Objective type test (Bilingual - English & Hindi).
- Science Subjects: 60 mins (Physics, Math, English).
- Non-Science: 45 mins (English, RAGA).
- Both: 85 mins (Physics, Math, English, RAGA).
- Phase-II (ASC): Document Verification, Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Adaptability Tests.
- Phase-III (Medical): Medical examination by IAF Medical Team.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Start | 12 January 2026 (11:00 Hrs) |
| Online Registration End | 01 February 2026 (23:00 Hrs) |
| Phase-I Online Exam | 30 March 2026 / 31 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 48-72 hours prior to exam |
Important Links:
Apply Online: Click here
Official Notification PDF: Click here
Official Website: Click here
FAQs
Q1. What is the last date to apply for IAF Agniveervayu 2026?
Ans: The last date to apply online is 01 February 2026.
Q2. Can married candidates apply for Agniveervayu?
Ans: No, only unmarried candidates are eligible.
Q3. What is the salary during the 4-year engagement?
Ans: The salary ranges from ₹30,000/- in the first year to ₹40,000/- in the fourth year, plus allowances.
Q4. Is there any relaxation in minimum marks?
Ans: No, the minimum 50% marks in aggregate are mandatory for all categories.