Indian Air Force (IAF) Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026 - Rally Notification, Eligibility, Syllabus & Dates

IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026: Overview

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has announced the Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026 for Intake 02/2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. This recruitment drive is specifically for the Other than Science stream. This is a unique opportunity for unmarried male and female candidates from Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, and Sikkim to join the IAF through a direct recruitment rally.

Unlike many government jobs that require lengthy online applications followed by exams, this process involves a Walk-in Rally at the specified venue. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria must physically report with their documents. The recruitment includes a Selection Test followed by a Medical Examination. This is a Competitive Exam-based Recruitment conducted physically at the rally ground.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Eligibility Criteria (In-Depth)

1. Educational Qualification

Candidates must satisfy one of the following criteria (with mandatory 50% aggregate marks and 50% in English):

• 10+2 / Intermediate: Passed from Education Boards recognized by Central/State/UT with minimum 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.
• Vocational Course: Passed two years Vocational Course from recognized Education Boards with 50% aggregate marks and 50% in English (or in Intermediate/Matriculation if English was not a subject in the Vocational Course).
• Diploma: Passed three years Diploma Course in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Automobile, Computer Science, Instrumentation Technology, Information Technology) from recognized Polytechnic institutes with 50% aggregate marks and 50% in English in the Diploma Course (or in Intermediate/Matriculation).

2. Age Limit

Candidates must be born between 02 July 2005 and 02 January 2009 (both dates inclusive).

3. Other Requirements

• Marital Status: Unmarried Indian Male and Female candidates only.
• Domicile: Candidates must belong to all districts of the states: Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Meghalaya, and Sikkim.
• Education Boards: Boards must be recognized by Central, State, and UT as on the date of the selection test.
• Percentage: Exact aggregate percentage as per marks sheet (no rounding off allowed).

Selection Process & Exam Structure

Selection Stages

1. Recruitment Rally: Physical reporting at the venue with documents.
2. Selection Test: Written/Computer-based test as per IAF norms.
3. Medical Examination: Physical fitness and medical standards check.

Exam Structure & Pattern

The Selection Test for Agniveervayu (Non-Science) generally follows this pattern (based on standard IAF Agniveer norms):

Negative Marking

Yes. Typically, 0.25 marks (1/4th) are deducted for every wrong answer. (Candidates must verify specific instructions in the official notification PDF).

Syllabus Highlights

• English: Grammar, Synonyms/Antonyms, One-word substitution, Idioms & Phrases, Comprehension passages.
• Mathematics: Decimal, Fractions, Simplification, HCF/LCM, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Time & Work, Geometry, Mensuration.
• Reasoning & General Awareness (RGA): Spatial reasoning, Coding-Decoding, Sequence & Series, Logical Reasoning, Current Affairs (National/International), History, Geography, Basic Science.

Application Fee

Not Applicable. Since this is a Walk-in Rally process, there is no online application fee mentioned. Candidates must bring required documents instead of paying a fee.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)

There is no online application process. Eligible candidates must follow these steps:

1. Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet the age, qualification, and domicile criteria.
2. Prepare Documents: Gather originals and photocopies of 10th/12th/Diploma mark sheets, domicile certificate, birth certificate, and ID proof.
3. Travel to Venue: Reach HQ Eastern Air Command IAF, Nonglyer PO Upper Shillong, Meghalaya-793009.
4. Report on Date:
   • Female Candidates: 20/03/2026 at 6:00 AM.
   • Male Candidates: 22/03/2026 at 6:00 AM.
5. Document Verification: Submit documents for verification at the venue.
6. Attend Selection Test: Appear for the written test conducted on the same day.

Important Dates

Important Links

• Official Notification PDF: Click here to Download
• Official Website: https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in