Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 – Agniveer Vayu Online Application Form
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Indian Air Force has officially released the Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 notification for Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027 under the Agnipath Scheme. This is a golden opportunity for young candidates who dream of serving the nation by joining the Indian Air Force as an Agniveer Vayu.
Eligible candidates can apply online before the last date. In this article, you will get complete details about eligibility, age limit, education qualification, medical standards, salary, selection process, exam pattern, important dates, and how to apply.
Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 – Overview
- Post Name: Agniveer Vayu
- Recruitment Name: Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
- Batch Name: Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027
- Scheme: Agnipath Scheme
- Service Duration: 4 Years
- Department: Indian Air Force
- Ministry: Ministry of Defence, India
- Job Location: All India
- Application Mode: Online
- Last Date to Apply: 01 February 2026
📞 Helpline Number: +91-9513253233
Important Dates – Indian Air Force Agniveer Vayu Recruitment 2026
- Online Application Start Date: 12 January 2026
- Last Date to Apply Online: 01 February 2026
- Admit Card Release: 48–72 hours before exam
- Online Exam Date: 30 & 31 March 2026
- Provisional Select List: 14 November 2026
- Final Enrollment List: 01 December 2026
Eligibility Criteria for Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
Age Limit
Candidates must be born between 01 January 2006 to 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive).
At the time of enrolment, the maximum age should not exceed 21 years.
Educational Qualification
For Science Subjects
Candidates must have:
- Passed 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics & English with minimum 50% marks overall and 50% in English,
OR - 3 Years Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, IT, etc.) with 50% marks,
OR - 2 Years Vocational Course with Physics & Maths and 50% marks.
For Non-Science Subjects
Candidates must have:
- Passed 10+2 in any stream with 50% aggregate marks and 50% in English,
OR - 2 Years Vocational Course with the same marks criteria.
Medical Standards for Agniveer Vayu
Height
- Male & Female: 152 cm
- North East / Uttarakhand Hills: 147 cm
- Lakshadweep Candidates: 150 cm
Chest (Male)
- Minimum: 77 cm
- Expansion: 5 cm
Weight
- Proportionate to height and age
Hearing
- Normal hearing from 6 meters distance
Dental
- Minimum 14 dental points
Body Tattoo
- Tattoos allowed only on inner forearm or back of the hand
- Tribal tattoos as per tradition are allowed
- Offensive tattoos are strictly prohibited
⚠️ Female candidates found pregnant during medical test will be disqualified.
Salary Structure – Air Force Agniveer Pay Scale
| Year | Monthly Package | In-Hand Salary |
| 1st Year | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 2nd Year | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 |
| 3rd Year | ₹36,500 | ₹25,550 |
| 4th Year | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 |
💰 Exit Package after 4 Years: ₹10.04 Lakhs + Interest
🛡️ Life Insurance Cover: ₹48 Lakhs
Application Fee
- Fee: ₹550 + GST
- Payment Mode: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / Axis Bank Challan
How to Apply for Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
Follow these simple steps to apply online:
- Visit the official website
- Click on Online Application Form
- Register as a new user
- Login and fill personal & educational details
- Upload required documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit the form and take a printout
Selection Process – Agniveer Vayu
Phase-I: Online Test
- Objective type questions
- Bilingual (English & Hindi)
- Negative marking: 0.25 marks
Exam Pattern
- Science Subjects: 60 Minutes (Physics, Maths, English)
- Non-Science: 45 Minutes (English, Reasoning & GA)
- Both: 85 Minutes
Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
PFT-I (1.6 KM Run)
| Gender | Time |
| Male | 7 Minutes |
| Female | 8 Minutes |
PFT-II Exercises
Male Candidates
- 10 Push-ups – 1 min
- 10 Sit-ups – 1 min
- 20 Squats – 1 min
Female Candidates
- 10 Sit-ups – 1.5 min
- 15 Squats – 1 min
FAQs – Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
Q1. When does online application start?
👉 12 January 2026
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
👉 01 February 2026
Q3. What is the age limit?
👉 17.5 years to 21 years
If you want to serve the nation and build a disciplined future, Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 – Agniveer Vayu is the best opportunity. Apply before the deadline and start your preparation today.
