Indian Airforce Recruitment 2025: Apply Now

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The Indian Air Force (IAF) invites online applications from unmarried Indian male and female candidates for the Agniveervayu Intake 01/2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. This scheme offers a unique opportunity for young Indians to serve the nation with pride and experience the military way of life for four years. This recruitment drive focuses on enrolling Agniveervayu for various roles within the IAF, excluding commissioned officers, pilots, navigators, and traditional airmen. This comprehensive guide provides all necessary details, including eligibility criteria, selection process, syllabus, important dates, and application procedures.

Official Notification

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About the Job Profile

Agniveervayu will serve as a distinct rank within the IAF, undergoing rigorous training and performing duties assigned in the organizational interest. The roles and responsibilities will vary based on the IAF’s operational requirements and the Agniveervayu’s aptitude and training. The Agnipath Scheme emphasizes skill development, offering Agniveervayu valuable experience and training applicable to both military and civilian careers. Benefits include a competitive monthly package, allowances, insurance coverage, and a Seva Nidhi package upon completion of the four-year engagement.

Vacancy Details

The exact number of vacancies for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2026 is not specified in the provided notification and will likely be announced later. The number of female Agniveervayu positions will be determined based on service requirements. The vacancies will be distributed across different states/UTs, and the shortlisting for Phase-II will be conducted state-wise.

Category	Vacancies
Agniveervayu (Male)	To be announced
Agniveervayu (Female)	To be announced (based on service requirements)

Salary Package

Component	Details
Monthly Package	₹30,000/- per month with fixed yearly increments.
Allowances	Risk and Hardship allowances (as applicable), Dress Allowance, Travel Allowance
Other Benefits	Ration, Clothing, Accommodation, Leave Travel Concession (LTC) as per existing rules.
Seva Nidhi Package (after 4 years)	Approx. ₹10.04 Lakhs (excluding interest earned). Details are provided in the notification.
Insurance	Non-contributory life insurance cover of ₹48 Lakhs during the engagement period.

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria	Details
Nationality	Indian
Age	Born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2008 (inclusive)
Marital Status	Unmarried. Candidates must not marry during the four-year engagement period.
Educational Qualification	10+2/Intermediate with specific subject and percentage requirements (See notification for details for Science and Non-Science streams) OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering OR 2-year Vocational Course. Minimum 50% aggregate and 50% in English is generally required.
Medical Standards	Meet the specified height, weight, chest, hearing, dental, vision, and general health standards. (See notification for detailed requirements). Tattoo regulations apply.
Domicile	Candidates must select and provide proof of one domicile category (Permanent Domicile or COAFP – Children of Air Force Personnel). Refer to the notification for details and required documents.

Key Dates

Event	Date
Online Registration Start Date	07 January 2025 (1100 hrs)
Online Registration End Date	27 January 2025 (2300 hrs)
Online Exam (Phase-I)	From 22 March 2025 onwards
Provisional Select List (PSL) Declaration	14 November 2025
Enrolment List Publication	01 December 2025

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How to Apply

Visit the official CASB website: https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in
Complete the online registration process during the specified dates.
Upload the required documents (See list below).
Pay the online examination fee of ₹550/- + GST.

Documents Needed to Apply

Scanned copies for online registration (See detailed list in the notification, para 40)
Original documents for verification during Phase-II and subsequent stages (See detailed list in the notification, para 28 & 29)

Selection Process

Phase	Details
Phase-I: Online Test	Objective type test. Syllabus varies based on Science/Non-Science streams (See notification for details). Admit card required.
Phase-II: Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Adaptability Tests I & II, Document Verification	PFT involves a 1.6 km run, push-ups, sit-ups, and squats. Adaptability Test I is a written test. Adaptability Test II assesses suitability for IAF service. Original documents are verified.
Phase-III: Medical Examination	Conducted by the Air Force medical team as per IAF standards. Includes various tests and investigations.

Exam Pattern (Phase-I Online Test)

Stream	Subjects	Duration	Marking Scheme
Science Subjects	Physics, Mathematics, English (10+2 CBSE syllabus)	60 minutes	+1 for correct, -0.25 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted
Other Than Science Subjects	English (10+2 CBSE syllabus), Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA)	45 minutes	+1 for correct, -0.25 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted
Science & Other than Science Subjects	Physics, Mathematics, English (10+2 CBSE syllabus), Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA)	85 minutes	+1 for correct, -0.25 for incorrect, 0 for unattempted

Best Books

For Science stream: NCERT textbooks for Physics, Mathematics, and English (Class 11 & 12).
For English: High School English Grammar & Composition by Wren & Martin.
For Reasoning and General Awareness: Refer to standard books for competitive exams.
For specific IAF-related preparation and practice tests, consult dedicated guidebooks available online or in bookstores.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: I am married. Can I apply for this recruitment?

A1: No, only unmarried candidates are eligible to apply for the Agniveervayu intake. Candidates must remain unmarried during the four-year engagement period.

Q2: If I’m selected, am I guaranteed a permanent job in the IAF after four years?

A2: No, the IAF is not obligated to offer permanent employment after the four-year engagement. Up to 25% of each batch may be offered the opportunity to apply for enrolment in the regular cadre based on performance and organizational requirements, but there is no guarantee of selection.