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Indian Air Force Invites Application for Agniveervayu (Musician) 01/2027 Recruitment 2026

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Closing Date
31 August 2026
🏛️ 1. Conducting Organization Indian Air Force 📑 2. Advertisement Reference No. Intake 01/2027
💼 3. Nature of Employment : 🎯 4. Exact Post & Vacancy Count Agniveervayu (Musician) (1 Post)
📮 5. Application / Selection Mode Online 📅 6. Crucial Dates & Timings 31 August 2026
📍 7. Exact Physical Venue / Address
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💵 8. Application Fee The non-refundable application fee is ₹100 + 18% GST, payable online.
🎓 Eligibility & Qualification Must have passed Matriculation (10th) 🌐 Authority Official Website Refer Official Notification Document
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Agniveervayu (Musician)

Indian Air Force (IAF) / Central Airmen Selection Board (CASB)

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released a notification for the recruitment of Agniveervayu (Musician) for Intake 01/2027. Unmarried Indian male and female candidates with proficiency in music and musical instruments are invited to register online for a pre-registered recruitment rally. The engagement is for a period of four years under the Agnipath scheme.

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OrganizationIndian Air Force / CASB
Post NameAgniveervayu (Musician)
Intake01/2027
Application ModeOnline
Registration Dates20 July 2026 (11:00 Hr) to 02 August 2026 (23:00 Hr)
Rally Dates31 August 2026 to 09 September 2026
Job TypeFixed-term Contract (4 Years)
Official Portaliafrecruitment.edcil.co.in

Important Dates

Event Date
Online Registration Starts20 July 2026 (11:00 Hr)
Online Registration Closes02 August 2026 (23:00 Hr)
Pre-Registered Recruitment Rally31 August 2026 to 09 September 2026
Medical ExaminationSeptember 2026
Provisional Select List (PSL) Display14 November 2026
Multiple Venues (New Delhi & Bengaluru), Delhi & Karnataka, IN

Employment Type:CONTRACT (Agnipath Scheme)

Educational Qualification: Must have passed Matriculation (10th) or equivalent with minimum pass marks from a recognized Board.

Musical Proficiency:

  • Proficiency in music with accuracy in tempo, pitch, and singing a complete song.
  • Ability to perform in notations like Staff notation, Tablature, Tonic Solfa, Hindustani, or Carnatic.
  • Proficiency in playing at least one instrument from List A (Concert Flute/Piccolo, Oboe, Clarinet, Saxophone, French Horn, Trumpet, Trombone, Baritone, Euphonium, Bass/Tuba) or List B (Keyboard/Organ/Piano, Guitar, Violin/Viola/String Bass, Percussion/Drums, All Indian Classical Instruments). Proficiency in two instruments (one from each list) is desirable.

Musical Experience Certificate (Required): Candidates must possess one of the following:

  • Grade 5th or equivalent (or above) in an instrument from a recognised music institute (TCL, RSM, KM Music Conservatory, TSM, GMI, Berklee School of Music, etc.), OR
  • A Diploma or equivalent in Hindustani/Carnatic Classical Music from a recognised university, OR
  • Certificate of participation/awards presented at various events (for blowing instrument performers with staff notation).

Age Limit:

  • Birth Date Range: Born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive).
  • Upper Age Limit: Must be under 22 years of age as on the date of enrolment.
  • Marital Status: Only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible. Marriage during the engagement period is not permitted.

Medical Standards:

  • Height: Male - 162 cm; Female - 152 cm (147 cm for NE/Hilly areas, 150 cm for Lakshadweep).
  • Chest (Male): Minimum 77 cm (with 5 cm expansion).
  • Hearing: Able to hear forced whisper from 6 meters.
  • Visual Standards: 6/12 each eye, correctable to 6/6; Colour Vision CP-II.

Pay & Seva Nidhi Package: Year 1: ₹30,000/month (In-hand ₹21,000 + ₹9,000 corpus + ₹9,000 GoI match).
Year 2: ₹33,000/month (In-hand ₹23,100 + ₹9,900 corpus + ₹9,900 GoI match).
Year 3: ₹36,500/month (In-hand ₹25,550 + ₹10,950 corpus + ₹10,950 GoI match).
Year 4: ₹40,000/month (In-hand ₹28,000 + ₹12,000 corpus + ₹12,000 GoI match).
Plus Risk & Hardship, Dress, and Travel allowances. Seva Nidhi of approx. ₹10.04 Lakhs on completion of 4 years.

Selection Procedure: Physical Fitness Test (PFT), English Written Test, Music Proficiency Test (MPT), and Medical Examination.

Application Fee: ₹100 + 18% GST, payable online via Net Banking/Debit Card/Credit Card/UPI. Non-refundable.

📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step

Candidates must apply online only through the official IAF recruitment portal. The application process has two steps.

  1. Visit Official Portal: Go to https://iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in.
  2. Step-I (Registration): Register on the portal by providing basic details to generate a Provisional Admit Card.
  3. Step-II (Application Form): Fill in the complete application form with personal, communication, and educational details. Upload all required documents.
  4. Pay Fee: Pay the non-refundable application fee online.
  5. Submit: Review and submit the application form before the deadline: 02 August 2026 (23:00 Hr).

Note: Only candidates with a Provisional Admit Card will be allowed to appear in the recruitment rally.

Important Rally Venues

  • New Delhi: 2 ASC C/O Race Course Camp, Air Force Station New Delhi
  • Bengaluru: 7 ASC, No. 1 Cubbon Road, Bengaluru (Karnataka)

The rally will be conducted from 31 August 2026 to 09 September 2026.

Official Notification (PDF):

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Key Instructions for Candidates

  • Eligibility Verification: Ensure you meet all age, educational, and marital status criteria before applying.
  • Musical Proficiency: You must be proficient in playing at least one instrument from the specified lists and be prepared for a practical Music Proficiency Test.
  • Documents: Bring original and self-attested copies (4 each) of all documents (Matriculation certificate, musical experience certificate, NCC/COAFP certificates if applicable) along with the Provisional Admit Card and filled application form to the rally.
  • Marriage/Pregnancy Clause: Marriage or pregnancy during the four-year engagement period will lead to dismissal.
  • No Pension/Gratuity: Agniveervayu are not entitled to pension, gratuity, or Ex-Servicemen status after discharge.
  • Service Bond: No service bond is mentioned, but the engagement is strictly for a fixed 4-year period.
  • Canvassing: Any form of canvassing will lead to disqualification.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the last date to register for IAF Agniveervayu (Musician) Recruitment 2027?
Online registration closes on 02 August 2026 at 23:00 Hr.
What are the age limits for this recruitment?
Candidates must be born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2009 (both inclusive) and be under 22 years of age at the time of enrolment.
What is the selection process?
The selection process consists of a Physical Fitness Test (PFT), an English Written Test, a Music Proficiency Test (MPT), and a Medical Examination.
What is the application fee?
The non-refundable application fee is ₹100 + 18% GST, payable online.
What musical instruments are acceptable?
Candidates must be proficient in at least one instrument from List A (Western band instruments) or List B (Keyboard, Guitar, Violin, Indian Classical instruments, etc.). Proficiency in two instruments (one from each list) is desirable.
Where will the recruitment rally be held?
The rally will be conducted in New Delhi (Air Force Station New Delhi) and Bengaluru (No. 1 Cubbon Road) from 31 August to 09 September 2026.
What is the pay package for Agniveervayu (Musician)?
The monthly package starts at ₹30,000 in the first year and increases to ₹40,000 in the fourth year, along with allowances and a Seva Nidhi corpus fund.
Is there a pension or job guarantee after 4 years?
No. Agniveervayu are engaged for a fixed 4-year period. There is no pension, gratuity, or Ex-Servicemen status after discharge.
Are female candidates eligible to apply?
Yes, unmarried female candidates who meet all eligibility criteria are eligible to apply. They must undertake not to become pregnant during the engagement period.

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