The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the notification for the Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. Online applications are invited from unmarried male and female candidates. The selection test is scheduled to commence on 22nd March 2025. Below are the key details:
Air Force Agniveer 01/2026 Overview
Aspect |
Details |
Recruitment Organization |
Indian Air Force (IAF) |
Post Name |
Agniveer Vayu |
Advertisement Number |
Agniveer Vayu 01/2026 |
Total Vacancies |
2500 (Approx.) |
Application Mode |
Online |
Job Duration |
4 Years |
Category |
Air Force Agniveer 01/2026 Notification |
Official Website |
agnipathvayu.cdac.in |
Important Dates
Event |
Date |
Notification Release Date |
18th December 2024 |
Online Application Start Date |
7th January 2025 (11:00 AM) |
Online Application Last Date |
27th January 2025 (11:59 PM) |
Online Exam Date |
22nd March 2025 onwards |
Application Fee
Fee Category |
Amount |
Examination Fee (All Candidates) |
₹550 |
Mode of Payment |
Online (Debit/ Credit Card, Internet Banking) |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
- Candidates born between 1st January 2005 and 1st July 2008 (inclusive) are eligible to apply.
- Maximum age at enrolment: 21 years.
Educational Qualification
Stream |
Qualification |
Science Subjects |
10+2/ Intermediate with Mathematics, Physics, and English with 50% aggregate marks and 50% in English. OR Diploma (Engineering) in relevant streams with 50% aggregate marks and 50% in English. OR Vocational Course with Physics and Mathematics (minimum 50% aggregate marks and 50% in English). |
Other than Science Subjects |
10+2/ Intermediate in any stream with 50% aggregate marks and 50% in English. |
Marital Status
- Only unmarried candidates are eligible.
- Female candidates must undertake not to get pregnant during the 4-year engagement period.
Selection Process
Phase |
Details |
Phase-I |
Online Test |
Phase-II |
Physical Fitness Test (PFT) |
Phase-III |
Medical Examination |
Adaptability Tests I & II |
Suitability for IAF operations and military lifestyle. |
Online Test Details
Test Type |
Duration |
Science Subjects |
60 minutes |
Other than Science Subjects |
45 minutes |
Both |
85 minutes |
Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
Activity |
Requirement |
Run |
1.6 km (7 minutes for males, 8 minutes for females) |
Exercises |
Push-ups, sit-ups, and squats. |
Salary and Benefits
Year |
Customized Package (Monthly) |
In-Hand Salary (70%) |
Contribution to Agniveers Corpus Fund (30%) |
Contribution to Corpus Fund by GoI |
Total Contribution to Corpus Fund (Monthly) |
1st |
₹30,000 |
₹21,000 |
₹9,000 |
₹9,000 |
₹18,000 |
2nd |
₹33,000 |
₹23,100 |
₹9,900 |
₹9,900 |
₹19,800 |
3rd |
₹36,500 |
₹25,550 |
₹10,950 |
₹10,950 |
₹21,900 |
4th |
₹40,000 |
₹28,000 |
₹12,000 |
₹12,000 |
₹24,000 |
Additional Benefits
- Seva Nidhi Package: Approximately ₹10.04 lakh (absolute amount excluding interest).
- Non-contributory life insurance cover: ₹48 lakh.
- Total Contribution in Agniveers Corpus Fund after four years: ₹5.02 lakh (candidate) + ₹5.02 lakh (GoI).
Agniveer Vayu Recruitment 2026 Important Links
Link Type |
Details |
Air Force Agniveer 01/2026 Official Notification |
|
Air Force Agniveer 01/2026 Apply Online |
|
Air Force Agniveer Recruitment Official Website |
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