The Indian Air Force issued the Agniveer Vayu Intake Notification 2026 on 19 December 2024. The Indian Air Force (IAF) invites unmarried Indian male and female candidates to apply online for the Airforce Group X Y 2026. The registration window will open on 7 January 2025 (11:00 AM) and close on 27 January 2025 (11:00 PM). Interested candidates can apply online by visiting the official website of the Indian Air Force within the stipulated time frame mentioned in the Agniveer Vayu Intake Notification 2026.
Agniveer Vayu Notification 2026 is out with all the required details that candidates must know before filling out their applications. Applications must be submitted exclusively online. Under the ‘Agnipath Scheme,’ the new HR methodology for the induction of Agniveervayu offers the nation’s youth a unique opportunity to experience military life for a duration of four years.
Candidates selected as Agniveervayu will serve in the Indian Air Force for this four-year term. The selection process comprises an online test, a Physical Fitness Test (PFT), an Adaptability Test-II, and a Medical Test. For the latest updates regarding the Agniveer Vayu Intake Notification 01/2026, candidates are advised to review the details provided below.
Agniveer Vayu Intake Notification 2026 is available now for those who want to apply for the Agniveer Group XY Recruitment 2026. IAF Agniveer Vayu Intake Selection Test Date has been announced through the Agniveer Vayu Intake Notification 2026 for the Airforce Group X Y. The IAF Agniveer Vayu Intake Exam is scheduled to take place from 22 March 2025. This test is for recruitment as AGNIVEERVAYU under the AGNIVEERVAYU Intake 01/2026. The Agniveer Vayu Selection Test does not include roles as commissioned officers, pilots, navigators or airmen.
Agniveer Vayu Intake Notification 2026 must be checked carefully by the candidates to know exam-related information. In this section, we are providing a concise summary of the Agniveer Vayu Intake Notification 2026:-
IAF Agniveervayu Intake Notification 01/2026 Updates |
|
Exam Conducting Organization |
Indian Air Force |
Exam Name |
Agniveer Vayu |
Scheme Name |
Agnipath Scheme |
Vacancies |
To Be Announced |
Application Dates |
7 to 27 January 2025 |
Application Mode |
Online |
Examination Mode |
Online Test |
Service Duration |
4 Years |
Selection Process |
|
Application dates for the IAF Intake has been announced through the Agniveer Vayu Intake Notification 2026. Candidates are advised to fill out their online application well in advance of the last date to avoid technical difficulties in the last minute. Check the below table for all the important dates mentioned in the Agniveer Vayu Intake Notification 2026:-
Event |
Date |
Notification Release Date |
19 December 2024 |
Application Start Date |
7 January 2025 (11:00 AM) |
Last Date to Apply |
27 January 2025 (11:00 PM) |
Exam Date |
22 March 2025 (Onwards) |
Admit Card Release Date |
To Be Announced |
Answer Key |
To Be Announced |
Result/Final Selection |
To Be Announced |
Agniveer Vayu Intake Notification 2026 contains all the information that you need to know before appearing for the IAF Agniveer Group X Y 01/2026 such as application dates, application process, exam date, selection process, eligibility criteria etc. In case you are facing any trouble in downloading the Agniveer Vayu Intake Notification and submitting the application form, you can find the direct links in below table:-
Agniveer Vayu Intake Apply Link (Inactive) |
Agniveervayu Air Force Intake Admit Card 2026 (Inactive) |
Agniveer Vayu Intake 2026 Answer Key (Inactive) |
Agniveervayu Air Force Intake Result 2026 (Inactive) |
The Indian Air Force will soon announce the vacancies for IAF Agniveer 2026. Once the vacancies are released, this page will be updated accordingly. In the meantime, candidates are advised to regularly visit the official IAF website and refresh this page for updates.
When it comes to Indian Air Force Agniveer eligibility criteria, the IAF is highly demanding. Candidates who meet all requirements will be able to take the Indian Air Force Agniveer test pattern. Those who do not comply will be rejected from the screening process.
Only Indian citizens (male & female) are eligible to apply for the Agniveer Vayu Intake 2026.
Applicants born between 1 January 2005 and 1 July 2008 (inclusive of both dates) are eligible to apply. Candidates who successfully clear all stages of the selection process must ensure that their upper age limit does not exceed 21 years on the date of enrolment.
Candidates must have the following educational qualifications to be able to apply for the IAF Agniveervayu.
Subjects |
Educational Qualifications |
Science Subjects |
Candidates must have passed an Intermediate/10+2/ Equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics, and English from Education Boards recognized by the Central, State, and UT, with at least 50% in aggregate and 50% in English. OR Passed a three-year diploma course in engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile/Computer Science/Instrumentation Technology/Information Technology) from a Central, State, or UT-recognized Polytechnic Institute with 50% in aggregate and 50% in English in Diploma Course (or Intermediate/Matriculation, if English is not a subject in Diploma Course). OR Passed a two-year Vocational Course including non-vocational subjects such as Physics and Mathematics from Education Boards recognized by the Central, State, and UT with 50% aggregate and 50% marks in English in Vocational Course or Matriculation if English is not a subject. |
Other than Science Subjects |
Passed Intermediate / 10+2 / Equivalent Examination in any stream/subject with at least 50% aggregate and 50% in English. OR Passed a two-year Vocational Course with a minimum of 50% in aggregate and 50% in English in the Vocational Course (or in Intermediate / Matriculation if English is not a subject in the Vocational Course). |
Note - 1: Candidates who are eligible for the Science Subjects examination (including Intermediate/ 10+2/three years' diploma course in engineering or two years' vocational course with non-vocational subjects of Physics and Maths) are also eligible for the Other than Science Subjects examination and will be given the option of appearing in both Science Subjects and Other than Science Subjects examination in one sitting when filling out the online registration form.
Note - 2: Only the exact aggregate percentage of marks before decimal as written in the marks sheet of the 10+2/Intermediate/Equivalent Examination/Three Years Diploma Course/Two Years Vocational Course OR calculated per the rules of the concerned Education Board / Polytechnic Institute shall be considered (for example, 49.99% should be taken as 49% and not rounded off to 50%).
To be chosen as an Agniveervayu, a candidate must be physically and intellectually fit to undertake tasks in any part of the world, regardless of climate or terrain. The following are the physical and medical requirements for becoming an Agniveervayu.
Parameters |
Description |
Height |
|
Chest |
For Male and Female candidates - The chest wall should be well proportioned with a minimum range of expansion of 05 cms. |
Hearing |
The candidate should be able to hear forced whispers from a distance of 6 meters by each ear separately. |
Dental |
A minimum of 14 dental points, healthy gums, and good teeth are all required |
Body Tattoo |
Permanent body tattoos are not permitted; however, tattoos on the inner face of the forearms (inside of elbow to wrist), back (dorsal) part of the hand/reverse side of the palm, and soles of the feet are permitted. Tribals with tattoos that adhere to their tribe's customary traditions may be considered. |
Visual Acuity |
Maximum limits of Refractive error |
Colour Vision |
6/12 each eye, correctable to 6/6 each eye |
Hypermetropia:+2.0D Myopia: 1D including ± 0.50 D Astigmatism |
CP-II |
Note:
The candidate's anatomy should be normal, with no missing appendages. He or she must be free of any active or latent medical or surgical impairment, communicable disease, infection, or skin condition, whether acute or chronic. The candidate must be physically and intellectually fit to serve in any location, in any climate or terrain.
The online application period for Agniveer Airforce started on 7 January 2025 and will close on 27 January 2025, at 23:00 hours. The registration process is straightforward. Candidates can follow the below-mentioned steps to apply for the Indian Air Force Agniveer Vayu:
An examination fee of Rs. 550/- plus GST is to be paid online by the candidate during the registration for the online examination. Payment can be made using Debit Cards, Credit Cards, or Internet Banking through the payment gateway. Candidates are advised to follow the instructions provided on the payment gateway and to print or keep the transaction details for their records.
The selection process of Agniveer Vayu consists of 3 phases explained below:-
The Computer Based Test (CBT) will be objective type and questions in this examination will be bilingual (English & Hindi) except for English paper. Candidates opting for both Science subjects and other Science subjects will have to attempt a single online test, which will be conducted in one sitting, on the same system. Candidates are required to bring one blue or black ball pen and an original AADHAR card for Phase-I testing.
After clearing the Phase-I Computer Based Test the SHORTLISTED candidates will be qualified for the Phase-II test at a designated ASC. This phase includes the following assessments:
At their respective ASCs, candidates who qualify for Adaptability Test-II will receive a medical appointment letter.
The Air Force Medical Team will conduct a medical examination in accordance with IAF medical standards and current policy on the subject matter. Medical examination will include the following Baseline Investigation of the candidate:-
Note: Candidates who have been convicted medically unfit may appeal to the 'Appeal Medical Board' (AMB) by depositing Rs. 40/- in a Government Treasury/RBI/SBI via an Electronic Military Receivable Order/ Military Receivable Order (e MRO/ MRO).
The AMB application, along with an original copy of the e-MRO/MRO and a photocopy of the Unfitness Certificate, must be sent to the ASC representative within three working days of the medical examination.
During the initial medical examination, appeal medical board, and medical examination prior to enrolling, the recruitment medical officer and specialist doctors of the Armed Forces are the final authorities on declaring a candidate fit or unsuitable.
Candidates will be subject to Armed Forces standards, which may differ from civil standards. After the appeal to the medical board, there is no provision for representation or review.
The exam pattern for Phase - 1 (Science and Other than Science subjects) as well as for the Phase 2 Physical Fitness Test (PFT) has been explained in detail below.
To be hired as an Agniveer, you must first pass the written test. The written test is different for science students and non-science students. The exam pattern is described below for your convenience:
Subject |
No. of Questions |
Max. Marks |
Exam Duration |
Maths |
25 |
25 |
60 minutes |
English |
20 |
20 |
|
Physics |
25 |
25 |
|
Total |
70 |
70 |
Subject |
No. of Questions |
Max. Marks |
Exam Duration |
English |
20 |
20 |
45 minutes |
Raga |
30 |
30 |
|
Total |
50 |
50 |
Subject |
No. of Questions |
Max. Marks |
Exam Duration |
English |
20 |
100 |
85 minutes |
Physics |
25 |
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Mathematics |
25 |
||
Reasoning |
30 |
||
General Awareness (RAGA) |
|||
Total |
100 |
100 |
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a designated ASC for a Physical Fitness Test (PFT), which will consist of a 1.6-kilometer run that must be completed in seven minutes for male candidates and eight minutes for female candidates. To qualify for the Physical Fitness Test, male candidates must accomplish 10 push-ups, 10 sit-ups, and 20 squats in the allotted time.
Test |
Max. Time period |
Remarks |
10 Push-ups |
01 minute |
Upon completion of the run, the test will be conducted after a 10-minute break |
10 Sit-ups |
01 minute |
Upon completion of the Push-ups, the test will be conducted after a 10-minute break. |
20 Squats |
01 minute |
Upon completion of the 10 sit-ups, the test will be conducted after a 02-minutes break. |
Female candidates must also execute 10 sit-ups and 15 squats within the time limit specified below to pass the Physical Fitness Test.
Test |
Max. Time period |
Remarks |
10 Sit-ups |
01 minute and 30 seconds |
Upon completion of the run, the test will be conducted after a 10-minute break |
15 Squats |
01 minute |
Upon completion of the 10 sit-ups, the test will be conducted after a 02-minutes break. |
All applicants who pass the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) must undergo the Adaptability Test-I (objective type written test) to determine their suitability for employment in the IAF, which includes deployment in a variety of geographic topography, weather, and operational conditions.
According to current policy, all applicants who pass the Adaptability Test-I must take the Adaptability Test-II. The purpose of the Adaptability Test-II is to select individuals who can adapt to the environment of the Indian Air Force and adjust to military life.
The Indian Air Force Agniveer syllabus has been released for all courses pertinent to the online test. Candidates are recommended to review the chart below to determine the subject-wise curriculum required to obtain greater than the Indian Air Force Agniveer cut-off marks.
Subject |
Syllabus |
Maths |
|
English |
(i) A short comprehension passage followed by four questions where Candidates need to: 1. Judge the understanding of passage 2. Draw inference 3. Judge understanding of vocabulary (ii) Grammar-1 1. Subject- Verb concord 2. Forms of verbs and errors 3. Sequence of tenses 4. Transformation of sentences Comparative degree, Positive degree, Superlative degree, etc. (iii) Grammar-2 1. Formation of Words- Nouns from Verbs and Adjectives and vice-versa, Adverbs from Adjectives, etc. 2. Determiners 3. The Preposition 4. Nouns and Pronouns 5. The Adjectives 6. The Adverb 7. The Conjunction 8. The modals (iv) Vocabulary 1. Synonyms and Antonyms in context 2. One word substitution 3. Spelling pitfalls 4. Simple Idioms/ Phrases 5. Words often confused/ Selecting the correct word fitting in a sentence (v) quad Narration (Direct and Indirect) 1. Commands and requests 2. Statements (Various tenses) |
Physics |
|
Subject |
Syllabus |
English |
(i) A short passage followed by four questions where candidates need to: 1. Judge understanding of the passage 2. Draw inference 3. Judge understanding of vocabulary (ii) Grammar-1 1. Subject- Verb agreement 2. Forms of verbs and errors in the use of verbs, etc. 3. Tenses and errors in the use of tenses. 4. Transformation of sentences Compound, Complex, Simple, Negative, Affirmative 5. Degree of Comparison - Comparative degree, Positive degree, Superlative degree, etc. (iii) Grammar-2 1. Formation of Words- Nouns from Verbs and Adjectives, Vice-versa, Adverbs from Adjectives, etc. 2. Determiners 3. The Preposition 4. Nouns and Pronouns 5. The Adjectives 6. The Adverb 7. The Conjunction 8. The modals (iv) Vocabulary 1. Synonyms and Synonyms in context 2. Antonyms and Antonyms in context 3. One word substitution 4. Spelling pitfalls 5. Simple Idioms/ Phrases 6. Selecting the correct word fitting in a sentence (v) Narration (Direct and Indirect) 1. Commands and requests 2. Statements (Various tenses) |
Reasoning and General Awareness |
Reasoning (Verbal and Non-Verbal) 1. Numerical series. 2. Distance and Direction sense Test. 3. Mathematical Operations 4. Number, Ranking \& Time Sequence Test. 5. Assign Artificial Values to Mathematical Digit 6. Inserting Correct Mathematical sign. 7. Human relation. 8. Coding \& Decoding 9. Odd man out. 10. Mutual relation problems. 11. Tallest, youngest relations. 12. Dictionary woods. 13. Analogy. 14. Non- Verbal reasoning. 15. Number coding. 16. Number Puzzle. Mathematics 1. Ratio and Proportion. 2. Average. 3. LCM \& HCF. 4. Profit and Loss. 5. Time, Distance and Speed. 6. Percentage. 7. Simplifications of Numbers. 8. Fractions. 9. Area of triangle, Square and Rectangle. 10. Surface Area and volume of Cuboids, Cylinder, Cone and Sphere. 11. Probability. 12. Simple Trigonometry. General Knowledge and Current Affairs 1. General Science 2. Civics 3. Geography 4. Current Events 5. History 6. Basic Computer Operations |
Agniveer Vayu Admit Card 2026 will be issued soon once the exam date is announced by the Indian Air Force. Once the admit card is issued, we will update the direct link to download the IAF Agniveer Vayu Admit Card 2026 here:
IAF Agniveer Vayu Admit Card 2026 Link (Inactive)
The Indian Air Force Agniveer Official Answer Key will be released along with the OMR sheet on the official website. It can be accessed using the credentials mentioned on the Indian Air Force Agniveer admit card. Once the answer key is uploaded by the IAF, we will provide a direct link below for your convenience to download the IAF Agniveer Vayu Intake Answer Key:
IAF Agniveer Vayu Answer Key 2026 Link (Inactive)
The IAF Agniveervayu Result 2026 will be released following the conclusion of each examination stage. The Indian Air Force will announce the results for each level of the selection process separately on its official website. Candidates can access their IAF Agniveer Result for the Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2026 by using the link provided in this article or by visiting the official Indian Air Force website.
IAF Agniveer Vayu Result 2026 Result Link (Inactive)
Agniveer Vayu Cut-off Marks 2026 will be announced once the result is declared. The Category-wise Cut off Marks will be declared in a PDF format. Once the Agniveer Vayu Intake Cut-off Marks 2025 is declared, we will provide the direct link to download the Agniveer Vayu X Y Group Cut-off Marks:-
IAF Group XY Cut-off Marks 2026 Link (Inactive)
Agniveervayu registered in this Scheme will receive a monthly Agniveervayu package of 30,000/- with a fixed yearly increment. Furthermore, risk and hardship allowances (where applicable in the IAF) as well as clothing and travel allowances will be paid.
Year |
Customised Package (Monthly) |
In Hand (70%) |
Contribution to Agniveers Corpus Fund (30%) |
Contribution to Corpus fund by GoI |
All Figures in Rs. (Monthly Contribution) |
||||
1st Year |
30,000 |
21,000 |
9,000 |
9,000 |
2nd Year |
33,000 |
23,100 |
9,900 |
9,900 |
3rd Year |
36,500 |
25,550 |
10,950 |
10,950 |
4th Year |
40,000 |
28,000 |
12,000 |
12,000 |
All Figures in Rs. (Monthly Contribution) |
||||
Total Contribution in Agniveers Corpus Fund after four years |
Rs. 5.02 lakh |
Rs. 5.02 lakh |
||
Exit after 4 year |
Rs. 10.04 Lakhs as Seve Nidhi Package (absolute amount excluding interest) |
Other Benefits that Agniveervayu will get during their tenure of service as well as after that are listed in the table below:
Particular |
Description |
Pension |
Agniveervayu will not be required to contribute to the Government Provident Fund, and there will be no claim to any gratuity or pensionary benefits. |
Leave |
Agniveervayus will be entitled to the following leaves during their tenure of service:-
|
Medical and CSD Facilities |
For the duration of their engagement period in IAF. |
Life insurance cover |
Agniveervayu will be supplied with non-contributory life insurance coverage in the amount of 48 lakhs for the term of their participation as Agniveervayu in the IAF, and they will be ineligible for Air Force Group Insurance Fund (AFGIS) schemes/benefits. |
Agniveervayu will not be subject to the terms of the IAF Pension Regulations/Rules (as revised from time to time). In the event of death, the Agniveer Corpus Fund will make the following payments to the Next of Kin (NOK):-
Categorization of Death
The death for provision of financial benefits to Agniveervayu will be categorized as follows:-
Compensation for Disability:
If an individual is put in the Permanent Low Medical Category (LMC), the compensation will be calculated using a percentage of impairment and attributability. To calculate disability compensation, the amount of disability or functional incapacity shall be established as follows:
Sl.No. |
Percentage of disability as finally accepted |
The percentage to be reckoned when computing disability compensation |
(a) |
Between 20% and 49% |
50% |
(b) |
Between 50% and 75% |
75% |
(c) |
Between 76% and 100% |
100% |
Year |
Customized Package (Monthly) |
In-Hand (70%) |
(a) |
Death during engagement period on Bonafide duty (Category ‘Y/Z’) |
|
(b) |
Death during engagement period not on duty (Category ‘X’) |
|
(c) |
Disability (attributed/aggravated due to conditions of engagement) |
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