IAF Agniveervayu (Intake 01/2026) Recruitment 2025

IAF Agniveervayu (Intake 01/2026) Recruitment 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) invites applications from unmarried Indian male and female candidates for the Agniveervayu Selection Test under the Agnipath Scheme. This is a unique opportunity for India’s youth to serve in the Air Force for a period of four years, gaining valuable skills and experience

Overview:

Vacancy Details:

The Indian Air Force has not explicitly mentioned the number of vacancies for Agniveervayu under Intake 01/2026. However, based on previous intakes under the Agnipath Scheme, the vacancies typically range between 3,000 to 4,000.

The final number of positions for male and female candidates will be determined based on service requirements.

Pay and Benefits:

Monthly Pay Package:

• 1st Year: ₹30,000 (In-hand ₹21,000)
• 2nd Year: ₹33,000 (In-hand ₹23,100)
• 3rd Year: ₹36,500 (In-hand ₹25,550)
• 4th Year: ₹40,000 (In-hand ₹28,000)

Seva Nidhi Package:

• ₹10.04 lakh (approx.) after 4 years, including contributions by the candidate and the government.

Other Benefits:

• Risk and hardship allowances
• Ration, clothing, medical facilities, and accommodation as per existing norms.

Eligibility Criteria:

1. Age Limit:

• Candidates born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2008 (both dates inclusive).
• Upper age limit: 21 years as of the date of enrollment.

2. Marital Status:

• Only unmarried candidates are eligible.
• Female candidates must not become pregnant during the engagement period.

3. Educational Qualifications:

• For Science Subjects:
  • Passed 10+2 with Mathematics, Physics, and English with 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English, OR
  • Passed a 3-year Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile/Computer Science/Instrumentation/IT) with 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English, OR
  • Passed a 2-year Vocational Course with non-vocational subjects (Physics and Mathematics) with 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.
• For Non-Science Subjects:
  • Passed 10+2 in any stream with 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English, OR
  • Passed a 2-year Vocational Course with 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.

Selection Process:

Phase I:

• Online Test (objective type):
  • Science Subjects: 60 minutes
  • Non-Science Subjects: 45 minutes
  • Both: 85 minutes
• Marking Scheme:
  • +1 for each correct answer
  • -0.25 for each incorrect answer

Phase II:

• Physical Fitness Test (PFT):
  • Male: 1.6 km run in 7 minutes; 10 push-ups, 10 sit-ups, 20 squats
  • Female: 1.6 km run in 8 minutes; 10 sit-ups, 15 squats
• Adaptability Test I & II

Phase III:

• Medical Examination

How to Apply:

• Apply online through the official website: https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in.
• Upload scanned copies of required documents:
  • 10th/12th certificates, Diploma/Vocational Course certificates (if applicable)
  • Recent passport-sized photograph
  • Signature and left thumb impression

Application Fee:

• ₹550 (non-refundable), payable via online modes.

Important Notes:

• Ensure the information provided in the application is accurate; discrepancies may lead to disqualification.
• Carry original documents and admit card during all stages of selection.

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