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

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the official notification for Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. The recruitment is open for unmarried Indian male and female candidates who wish to serve the nation as Agniveervayu in technical and non-technical trades.
Eligible candidates who meet the required educational qualifications, physical standards, and medical criteria can apply online through the official portal iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in.
The online application process will reopen from 03 March 2026 and continue until 10 March 2026. Candidates must complete their registration within the deadline to appear in the Phase-I Online Exam scheduled on 30–31 March 2026.
Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Post Name | Agniveervayu |
| Intake | 01/2027 |
| Vacancy | As per State-wise requirement |
| Qualification | 10+2 / Diploma / Vocational Course |
| Age Limit | 01 Jan 2006 to 01 July 2009 |
| Salary | ₹30,000 – ₹40,000 per month |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in |
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Agniveervayu | As per State-wise allocation |
The number of vacancies will be decided by the Indian Air Force based on operational requirements. Female candidates will be selected as per service availability and state-wise merit list.
Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements.
For Science Stream
Candidates must have:
• Passed 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics and English
• Minimum 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English
OR
• Three-year Engineering Diploma in any of the following fields:
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Mechanical Engineering
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Electrical Engineering
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Electronics
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Automobile Engineering
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Computer Science
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Information Technology
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Instrumentation Technology
OR
• Two-year Vocational Course with Physics and Mathematics.
For Non-Science Stream
Candidates must have:
• Passed 10+2 in any stream with minimum 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English
OR
• Completed a two-year vocational course from a recognized board.
Age Limit
Candidates must be born between:
01 January 2006 to 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive).
The maximum age at the time of enrolment should not exceed 21 years.
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Salary Structure
| Year | Monthly Salary | In Hand | Corpus Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 2nd Year | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 | ₹9,900 |
| 3rd Year | ₹36,500 | ₹25,550 | ₹10,950 |
| 4th Year | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹12,000 |
Additional Benefits
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Risk & Hardship Allowances
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Ration & Clothing Allowance
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Travel Allowance
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Accommodation Facilities
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Leave Travel Concession (LTC)
Seva Nidhi Package
After completion of 4 years, candidates will receive approximately:
₹10.04 lakh Seva Nidhi package.
Insurance
All Agniveers will get ₹48 lakh life insurance cover during the service period.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹550 + 18% GST (₹649 Total) |
Payment can be made through:
- Net Banking
- Debit Card
- Credit Card
- UPI
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 03 March 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 10 March 2026 |
| Admit Card Release | 48-72 Hours Before Exam |
| Phase-I Exam | 30–31 March 2026 |
| Provisional Select List | 14 November 2026 |
| Enrolment List | 01 December 2026 |
Physical Standards
| Requirement | Criteria |
|---|---|
| Height | Minimum 152 cm |
| Chest (Male) | 77 cm with 5 cm expansion |
| Chest (Female) | Minimum 5 cm expansion |
| Vision | 6/12 Correctable to 6/6 |
| Hearing | Normal Hearing |
Important Links
| Link Name | URL |
|---|---|
| Extended PDF Link | Link PDF |
| Apply Online Re-open 3rd March 2026 | Click Here |
| Official Notification PDF | Official Notification |
| Official Website | Website |









