The Indian Air Force recruits unmarried Indian male and female candidates to join as Agniveervayu in roles other than science subjects. This open recruitment rally is part of the Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027, aiming to induct individuals into the Air Force through a fair and transparent selection process based on merit.
Indian Air Force
Top JobAug. 1, 2026
Agniveervayu
Required Qualification
Vacancies
Various Vacancies
Pay Scale
₹30K - ₹40K / mo
Age Limit
17-21 years as on 31-08-2026
Job Location
Important Dates
Published
Aug. 1, 2026
2
Starts
Aug. 31, 2026
3
Deadline
Sep. 7, 2026
4
Exam Date
TBA
Job Analysis
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Best-Fit Profile
This role is most suitable for unmarried Indian male and female candidates between 17-21 years of age, holding 10+2 or equivalent qualifications (including vocational/diploma options), who are physically fit and possess a strong desire to serve the nation in the Indian Air Force. It is ideal for individuals seeking a challenging, structured four-year engagement with potential for permanent service in the armed forces.
Important Considerations
Individuals who are married, above the prescribed age limit of 21 years (or 22 years at the time of enrolment), or fail to meet the stringent physical and medical standards should not apply. Candidates seeking immediate permanent government employment without a contractual phase, or those with adverse records from any previous government service, are also unsuitable.
Career Impact
Serving in the Indian Air Force as Agniveervayu offers immense prestige and direct service to the nation. The four-year engagement provides comprehensive military training, an attractive remuneration package, and a 'Seva Nidhi' exit package. While initial service is contractual, there is a clear pathway for up to 25% of candidates to transition into permanent service as Airmen, offering long-term career growth and security within the defence sector. This role provides invaluable military experience and skill development, highly regarded both within and outside the armed forces.
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Agniveervayu
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet one of the following educational criteria:
- Passed Intermediate/ 10+2/Equivalent Examination in any stream/subjects from a Central/State/UT recognized Education Board with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
- Passed a two-year Vocational Course from a Central/State/UT recognized Education Board with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English in the Vocational Course (or in Intermediate/Matriculation, if English was not a subject in the Vocational Course).
- Passed a three-year Diploma Course in Engineering (Mechanical/ Electrical/ Electronics/ Automobile/ Computer Science/ Instrumentation Technology/ Information Technology) from a Central/State/UT recognized Polytechnic institute with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English in the Diploma Course (or in Intermediate/Matriculation, if English was not a subject in the Diploma Course).
Note: Exact aggregate percentage (before decimal) as written in the marksheet will be considered (e.g., 49.99% will be taken as 49% and not rounded off to 50%).
Age Limit Details
Candidates must be born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive). The upper age limit for enrolment, after clearing all selection stages, should not exceed 22 years.
Salary & Pay Scale
Agniveervayu personnel will receive an Agniveer package of Rs. 30,000/- per month, with a fixed yearly increment. Additional benefits include Risk and Hardship allowances (as applicable in Indian Air Force), Dress and Travel allowances, as well as perks such as ration, clothing, accommodation, and Leave Travel Concession (LTC) as per existing rules.
Upon completion of the four-year engagement, Agniveervayu will be provided with a 'Seva Nidhi' package, detailed as follows:
| Year | Customised Package (Monthly) | In Hand (70%) | Contribution to Agniveers Corpus Fund (30%) | Contribution to Corpus fund by GoI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | 30,000/- | 21,000/- | 9,000/- | 9,000/- |
| 2nd Year | 33,000/- | 23,100/- | 9,900/- | 9,900/- |
| 3rd Year | 36,500/- | 25,550/- | 10,950/- | 10,950/- |
| 4th Year | 40,000/- | 28,000/- | 12,000/- | 12,000/- |
| Total Contribution in Agniveers Corpus Fund after four years | 5.02 lakh | 5.02 lakh | ||
| Exit after 4 years | Approximately 10.04 Lakhs as Seva Nidhi Package (Absolute amount excluding interest) |
Agniveervayu will not contribute to any Provident Fund and will not be entitled to gratuity or any pensionary benefits.
Exam Syllabus & Pattern
Written Test Details
The written test will be objective type and conducted on the same day as the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) for qualified candidates. The question paper will be bilingual (English & Hindi) except for the English section.
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Sections:
- English: 20 questions (as per 10+2 CBSE syllabus)
- Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA): 30 questions
- Candidates must qualify in each paper separately.
- Correct Answer: 1 mark
- Un-attempted Question: 0 marks
- Wrong Answer / More than One Option Chosen: 0.25 marks deducted
How to Apply
Unmarried Indian male and female candidates are invited to appear for the Open Recruitment Rally. The selection programme will be conducted at the following venues and dates:
- Chumoukedima (Nagaland): Nagaland Armed Police Training Centre (NAPTC), Chumoukedima District, Nagaland, Pin-797103.
- Women: 01-02 September 2026 (Reporting Date: 01 September 2026)
- Men: 04-05 September 2026 (Reporting Date: 04 September 2026)
- Sri Vijaya Puram (Andaman & Nicobar Islands): Netaji Stadium, Rajiv Gandhi Nagar, Sri Vijaya Puram, Atlanta Point, Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Pin-744104.
- Women: 01-02 September 2026 (Reporting Date: 01 September 2026)
- Men: 03-04 September 2026 (Reporting Date: 03 September 2026)
Candidates must fulfill domicile requirements for the specified States/UTs and meet all eligibility conditions. They must report at the rally venues by 10:00 AM (cut-off-time) on the respective reporting dates.
Required Documents (Originals and Four Self-Attested Photocopies):
- HB pencil, eraser, sharpener, glue stick, stapler, and black & blue ball point pen.
- Ten unattested recent (not older than one month) passport size colour photographs (front portrait in light background, without headgear except for Sikhs). The photograph must show the candidate holding a black slate with their name and date of photograph clearly written in white chalk.
- Original or DigiLocker verified printout of Matriculation Passing Certificate (for Date of Birth verification).
- Original or DigiLocker verified printout of 10+2/ Intermediate/ XII or equivalent/ Diploma course/ Vocational course passing certificate and marksheet.
- Original and four self-attested photocopies of Domicile Certificate (or Children of Air Force Personnel COAFP Certificate, or Service Book/Discharge Book/Casualty Service Certificate/Service Particular Certificate for children of retired/deceased/discharged Officer/Airmen/NCs(E), or Certificate for children of serving/retired/deceased Air Force Civilian employees).
- Original and four self-attested photocopies of NCC 'A', 'B' or 'C' Certificate (if applicable).
- Original and four self-attested photocopies of Discharge Certificate (if discharged from Indian Army/Indian Navy/any other Government Organisation).
- Two postcard size photographs of any permanent body tattoos (close up and distant view), along with details of size and type, if applicable.
- Consent Form for Physical Fitness Test and Medical tests (format available on iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in).
- AADHAAR Card as proof of identity. Candidates from J&K, Ladakh, Assam, and Meghalaya may carry any other valid photo ID proof if Aadhaar Card is not available.
- NOC in original and four self-attested photocopies from the employer for candidates presently serving in any government organisation (if applicable).
Candidates should be prepared to stay for the entire duration of the tests under their own arrangement, as no TA/DA shall be admissible. It is advised to preserve the active e-mail ID and mobile number provided during application for future communications.
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Job Analysis
AI-generated insights
Best-Fit Profile
This role is most suitable for unmarried Indian male and female candidates between 17-21 years of age, holding 10+2 or equivalent qualifications (including vocational/diploma options), who are physically fit and possess a strong desire to serve the nation in the Indian Air Force. It is ideal for individuals seeking a challenging, structured four-year engagement with potential for permanent service in the armed forces.
Important Considerations
Individuals who are married, above the prescribed age limit of 21 years (or 22 years at the time of enrolment), or fail to meet the stringent physical and medical standards should not apply. Candidates seeking immediate permanent government employment without a contractual phase, or those with adverse records from any previous government service, are also unsuitable.
Career Impact
Serving in the Indian Air Force as Agniveervayu offers immense prestige and direct service to the nation. The four-year engagement provides comprehensive military training, an attractive remuneration package, and a 'Seva Nidhi' exit package. While initial service is contractual, there is a clear pathway for up to 25% of candidates to transition into permanent service as Airmen, offering long-term career growth and security within the defence sector. This role provides invaluable military experience and skill development, highly regarded both within and outside the armed forces.
Note: This is a helpful, AI-generated overview designed to save you time. Always refer to the official PDF notification for complete and final details.
Official Links
Prepare Your Application Documents
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Crop and tile photos into printable A4 or 4x6 sheet grids.
Signature Extractor
Remove gray shadows & shadows from signature photos.
Image to PDF Combiner
Merge multiple marksheets/certificates into a single lightweight PDF.
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