Indian Air Force Agniveer Vayu Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Intake 02/2027, Check Eligibility, Salary & Exam Details

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has invited online applications for Agniveer Vayu Intake 02/2027 under the Agnipath Scheme. This recruitment offers an excellent opportunity for young candidates who wish to build a career in the Indian Air Force while serving the nation.

Both eligible male and female candidates can submit their online applications from 6 July 2026 to 26 July 2026. Before applying, applicants should carefully read the eligibility criteria, educational qualifications, age limit, physical standards, selection process, salary details and other important information.

Indian Air Force Agniveer Vayu Recruitment 2026 – Highlights

Particular	Details
Recruitment Authority	Indian Air Force (IAF)
Post Name	Agniveer Vayu
Intake	02/2027
Scheme	Agnipath Scheme
Job Type	Central Government
Service Duration	4 Years
Job Location	Across India
Application Mode	Online
Educational Qualification	10+2 / Diploma / Vocational
Application Fee	₹550 + GST
Online Application Starts	6 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	26 July 2026

Vacancy Details

Post Name: Agniveer Vayu
Organization: Indian Air Force
Ministry: Ministry of Defence, Government of India
Vacancy: Will be announced by the Indian Air Force.

Age Limit

Applicants must be born between 01 July 2005 and 01 January 2010 (both dates included).

Candidates selected for enrolment should not be more than 22 years of age on the joining date.

Educational Qualification

Science Stream

Candidates should have passed 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics and English securing at least 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.

Three-Year Diploma in Engineering from a recognized Polytechnic with the prescribed marks.

Two-Year Vocational Course with Physics and Mathematics.

Other Than Science

Applicants should have passed 10+2 in any stream with at least 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.

Completed a recognized Two-Year Vocational Course with the required marks.

Physical & Medical Requirements

Candidates must meet the medical standards prescribed by the Indian Air Force.

Height

Male: 152 cm
Female: 152 cm
North-East & Hilly Regions: 147 cm
Lakshadweep Candidates: 150 cm

Chest (Male)

Minimum: 77 cm
Expansion: 5 cm

Other Medical Standards

Weight should be proportionate to height.
Normal hearing ability.
Healthy teeth and gums.
Good physical and mental fitness.
Permanent tattoos are allowed only as per official guidelines.

Agniveer Vayu Salary

Year	Monthly Package	Approx. 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

Additional Benefits

Seva Nidhi Package of approximately ₹10.04 Lakh after completion of service.
₹48 Lakh Life Insurance Cover.
Free medical facilities during service.
Uniform and other allowances as per rules.

Application Fee

Candidates need to pay ₹550 + GST while submitting the online application.

Payment options include:

Debit Card
Credit Card
Internet Banking
UPI
Axis Bank Challan

Selection Process

The selection process includes the following stages:

Online Written Examination
Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
Adaptability Test
Medical Examination
Final Merit List

Exam Pattern

Science Group

Duration: 60 Minutes
Subjects:

English
Physics
Mathematics

Other Than Science

Duration: 45 Minutes
Subjects:

English
Reasoning
General Awareness

Science + Other Than Science

Duration: 85 Minutes
Subjects:

Physics
Mathematics
English
Reasoning & General Awareness

Marking Scheme

Correct Answer: +1 Mark
Wrong Answer: -0.25 Mark

Physical Fitness Test

PFT-I

Male: 1.6 Km Run in 7 Minutes

Female: 1.6 Km Run in 8 Minutes

PFT-II

Male Candidates

10 Push-ups
10 Sit-ups
20 Squats

Female Candidates

10 Sit-ups
15 Squats

How to Apply Online?

Candidates can apply online by following these simple steps:

Visit the official Indian Air Force recruitment portal.
Register as a new user.
Log in using the registered credentials.
Fill in all personal and educational details carefully.
Upload the required documents.
Pay the application fee online.
Submit the application form.
Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Application Begins	6 July 2026
Last Date to Apply	26 July 2026
Admit Card	48–72 Hours Before Exam
Online Examination	22–23 September 2026
Provisional Selection List	Last Week of May 2027
Final Enrolment	After 1 June 2027