Indian Airforce Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Agniveer Vayu Intake 02/2027
IAF Agniveervayu Group X & Y Intake 02/2027 Notification Details
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the official recruitment notification for Agniveervayu under the Agnipath Scheme for Intake 02/2027. Both male and female candidates can read the details and apply online within the specified dates.
Important Dates
- Online Application Start: 06/07/2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 26/07/2026
- Last Date for Fee Payment: 26/07/2026
- Online Exam Dates: 22 - 23 September 2026
Application Fee
- All Candidates: 550 INR (plus GST/taxes)
- Payment Mode: Online (Debit/Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
Age Limit & Eligibility
Age Limit Criteria
- Candidates must be born between 01/07/2005 and 01/01/2010 (both dates inclusive).
- In case a candidate clears all the stages of the selection procedure, then the upper age limit as on the date of enrolment should be 21 years.
Educational Qualification
| Subject Stream | Required Educational Qualification |
|---|---|
| Science Subjects |
Passed 10+2 / Intermediate or equivalent with Mathematics, Physics, and English with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English. OR Passed 3-year Diploma course in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics / Automobile / Computer Science / Instrumentation Technology / Information Technology) with 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English in diploma course (or in intermediate/matriculation if English is not a subject in diploma course). OR Passed 2-year Vocational course with non-vocational subjects (Physics and Mathematics) with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English. |
| Other Than Science Subjects |
Passed 10+2 / Intermediate or equivalent in any stream/subjects approved by Central/State Education Boards with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English. OR Passed 2-year Vocational course from Education Boards listed as COBSE member with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English in vocational course. |
Physical Standards
- Height: Minimum acceptable height is 152.5 cms (For Male candidates) and 152 cms (For Female candidates).
- Chest: For Male candidates, the chest should be well proportioned with a minimum expansion of 5 cms.
- Weight: Proportionate to height and age.
- Visual Acuity: 6/12 in each eye, correctable to 6/6 in each eye.
Salary & Benefits (Agnipath Scheme)
| Year | Customised Package (Monthly) | In Hand Salary (70%) | Contribution to Agniveer Corpus Fund (30%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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/- |
Seva Nidhi Package: After 4 years, Agniveers will be paid a one-time Seva Nidhi Package of approximately ₹10.04 Lakhs (plus interest) which will be exempted from Income Tax.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Agnipath Vayu recruitment portal: https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in.
- Click on the registration/login link for Intake 02/2027.
- Fill in the application form with correct personal, educational, and physical details.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents (10th/12th certificate, photograph, signature, thumb impression).
- Pay the online application fee of ₹550/- plus GST/taxes.
- Submit the application form and print the confirmation page for your records.
Important Links
| Apply Online | Activate From 06 July 2026 |
| Official Notification | Download Notification PDF |
| Official Website | Visit Official Site |
IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment FAQ
The online application window starts on 06 July 2026.
The last date to submit the online application is 26 July 2026.
The application fee is Rs. 550/- (plus GST/taxes) for all categories of candidates.
Candidates must be born between July 1, 2005, and January 1, 2010 (both dates inclusive). The upper age limit at enrollment is 21 years.
Candidates must have passed 10+2 / Intermediate or equivalent in any stream/subjects approved by Central/State Education Boards with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.