Air Force Agniveer Recruitment 2026: The Indian Air Force is conducting the Agniveer Recruitment for Intake 01/2027 under the Agnipath Scheme to induct young and motivated candidates for a four-year engagement. As per the official notification, eligible unmarried male and female candidates can submit their applications online. The selection process typically involves an online examination, physical fitness test, adaptability tests, and a medical examination. Candidates selected as Agniveers (Vayu) will undergo training in accordance with Indian Air Force standards. On completion of the four-year service period, Agniveers will receive a Seva Nidhi package along with skill certificates to support future career prospects.
Air Force Agniveer Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Recruitment Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Post Name | Agniveer Vayu |
| Advt. No. | Intake 01/2027 |
| Vacancies | To be released |
| Pay Scale | Rs. 30000-40000/- |
| Job Location | All India |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 February 2026 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Category | Air Force Agniveer Recruitment 2026 Notification PDF |
| Official Website | iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in/agniveervayu |
Important Dates
- Notification Released: 12 January 2026
- Application Start Date: 12 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply: 01 February 2026 (till 11:00 PM)
- Fee Payment Last Date: 01 February 2026
- Admit Card Release: 24–48 hours before the exam
- Exam Date: 30–31 March 2026
Application Fee
- Fee for All Candidates: ₹550 + GST
- Mode of Payment: Online
Age Limit Details
- Age Limit: 17.5 to 21 years
- Date of Birth: Between 01 January 2006 and 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive)
Educational Qualifications
| Post Name | Qualification | ||||||||||
| Indian Air Force Agniveer | 12th Pass / Engineering Diploma / 2-Year Vocational Course. Marital Status: Only unmarried candidates are eligible. |
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Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Vacancies | ||||||||||
| Indian Air Force Agniveer | To be released | ||||||||||
Selection Process
The selection will be done through multiple stages:
- Online Written Examination
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- Adaptability Test-I & II
- Document Verification and Medical Examination
Physical Eligibility
| Type | Male | Female |
| Height | 152 CMS | 152 CMS |
| Chest | 77-82 CMS | As Per Rule |
| Race | 1.6 KM in 07 Mins | 1.6 KM in 08 Mins |
| Push-ups | 10 in 01 Minute | NA |
| Sit-ups | 10 in 01 Minute | 10 in 01.30 Minute |
| Squats | 20 in 01 Minute | 15 in 01 Minute |