Indian Air Force Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 – Apply Online

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially published the notification for Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. This recruitment drive invites unmarried Indian male and female candidates to apply online for Agniveervayu posts in both technical and non-technical trades.

Eligible candidates can submit their online application from 12 January 2026 to 01 February 2026 (11:00 PM) through the official website https://iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in. The Phase-I Online Examination is scheduled to be conducted on 30 March 2026 and 31 March 2026.

Candidates born between 01 January 2006 and 01 July 2009 must carefully check the educational qualifications, age limit, physical standards, medical requirements, salary details, application fee of ₹550 + 18% GST, and complete the online registration for IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026.

Indian Air Force Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027 – Overview

IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026 – Vacancy Details

• Vacancies are allocated state-wise

• Selection will be based on state-wise merit

• Number of female candidates will be decided as per service requirement

IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026 – Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

For Science Subjects

• Passed Intermediate/10+2/Equivalent with Physics, Mathematics and English

• Minimum 50% aggregate marks and 50% in English

• OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile / Computer Science / IT / Instrumentation) with 50% aggregate and 50% in English

• OR 2-year Vocational Course with Physics & Mathematics and required marks

For Other Than Science Subjects

• Passed 10+2 / Intermediate / Equivalent in any stream

• Minimum 50% aggregate marks and 50% in English

• OR 2-year Vocational Course with required percentage

Important Educational Notes

• Only boards recognised by Central / State / UT Governments are valid

• Exact percentage without rounding off will be considered

• Science candidates are also eligible for non-science exams

IAF Agniveervayu Salary & Benefits

Monthly Pay Structure

• 1st Year: ₹30,000 (₹21,000 in-hand + ₹9,000 corpus)

• 2nd Year: ₹33,000 (₹23,100 in-hand + ₹9,900 corpus)

• 3rd Year: ₹36,500 (₹25,550 in-hand + ₹10,950 corpus)

• 4th Year: ₹40,000 (₹28,000 in-hand + ₹12,000 corpus)

Additional Benefits

• Risk & Hardship Allowance (as applicable)

• Dress Allowance & Travel Allowance

• Ration, Clothing, Accommodation, LTC

• Seva Nidhi Package: Approx. ₹10.04 Lakhs after 4 years

• Life Insurance Cover: ₹48 Lakhs (Non-contributory)

❌ No gratuity, pension or PF benefits

IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026 – Age Limit

• Minimum DOB: 01 January 2006

• Maximum DOB: 01 July 2009

• Upper Age on Enrolment: 21 years

Application Fee

• Exam Fee: ₹550 + 18% GST = ₹649 (Non-refundable)

• Payment Mode: Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI

• Appeal Medical Board Fee: ₹40 (if applicable)

IAF Agniveervayu Important Dates

IAF Agniveervayu Selection Process

Phase-I: Online Examination

• Objective Type (English & Hindi)

• Science / Non-Science / Combined exams

• +1 for correct, -0.25 for wrong answer

• Marks normalised across sessions

Phase-II: At Airmen Selection Centre

• Document Verification

• Physical Fitness Test (PFT-I & PFT-II)

• Adaptability Test-I & II

Physical Fitness Test

• Male: 1.6 km run in 7 minutes

• Female: 1.6 km run in 8 minutes

• Push-ups, Sit-ups, Squats as per gender norms

Phase-III: Medical Examination

• Conducted by Air Force Medical Team

• Appeal Medical Board available

General Instructions

• Only unmarried candidates eligible

• Marriage or pregnancy during service leads to discharge

• Engagement period: 4 years

• Up to 25% may join Regular Cadre

• No ESM status after completion

• No TA/DA for exams

• Mobile phones prohibited during exams

How to Apply for IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026

1. Visit https://iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in

2. Complete registration using email & mobile

3. Fill application form and upload documents

4. Pay application fee online

5. Print application form for future use

IAF Agniveervayu Important Links

• Apply Online: Click Here

• Official Notification PDF: Click Here

• Official Website: https://iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in

IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026 – FAQs

Q1. What is the Agnipath Scheme?
A four-year military service scheme offering youth exposure to Air Force life, with opportunity for permanent enrolment.

Q2. What is the age limit for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027?
Candidates must be born between 01-01-2006 and 01-07-2009.

Q3. Can married candidates apply?
No, only unmarried candidates are eligible.

Q4. What is the Agniveervayu salary?
₹30,000 to ₹40,000 per month with Seva Nidhi benefit.

Q5. What qualification is required?
10+2 / Diploma / Vocational with 50% marks from recognised boards.