Recruitment Overview
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released an official notification inviting online applications for the recruitment of Agniveervayu (Intake 01/2027) under the Agnipath Scheme. This opportunity is open to unmarried male and female Indian candidates. Eligible and interested applicants can apply online through the CASB official website at iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in. The online application process will begin on 12 January 2026 and will remain open until 01 February 2026, which is the last date for submission of the application form.
Key Information
Important Dates
Online Application Begins: 12 January 2026
Last Date to Apply Online: 01 February 2026
Fee Structure
Women / SC / ST / PwBD: ₹550/-
General : ₹550/-
- Pay Fee Through Online Mode.
Age Criteria
- Maximum Age: 21 Years
- Candidate born between 01 January 2006 and 01 July 2009 (both days inclusive) are eligible to apply
- (For Age Relaxation See Notification.)
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Eligibility Criteria—Air Force Agniveervayu Educational Qualification 2026
For Candidates with Science Subjects
Applicants must meet any one of the following qualifications:
Passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or an equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics, and English, securing at least 50% overall marks and 50% marks in English.
OR
Completed a three-year Diploma in Engineering in disciplines such as Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Automobile, Computer Science, Information Technology, or Instrumentation Technology, with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.
(If English was not included in the Diploma course, marks from Intermediate or Matriculation will be considered.)
OR
Successfully passed a two-year Vocational Course including Physics and Mathematics as non-vocational subjects, with at least 50% total marks and 50% marks in English.
(If English was not a subject in the vocational course, marks from Intermediate or Matriculation will apply.)
For Candidates Other Than Science Subjects
Candidates fulfilling any one of the following criteria will be considered eligible:
Passed 10+2 (Intermediate) or an equivalent examination in any stream or subject combination, obtaining a minimum of 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.
OR
Completed a two-year Vocational Course with at least 50% overall marks and 50% marks in English.
(If English was not part of the vocational syllabus, marks from Intermediate or Matriculation will be taken into account.)
IAF Agniveervayu Physical Eligibility 2026 – Height & Chest Standards
Height Requirements
Male Candidates: The minimum required height is 152 cm.
Female Candidates: The minimum required height is 152 centimetres.
However, candidates from North-Eastern states or hilly areas of Uttarakhand are allowed a reduced minimum height of 147 cm.
For applicants belonging to Lakshadweep, the minimum acceptable height is 150 cm.
Chest Measurement Standards
Male Candidates: The chest must be well developed and proportionate, with a minimum chest circumference of 77 cm and a minimum expansion of 5 cm.
Female Candidates: The chest should be well proportioned, with a minimum chest expansion of 5 cm.
IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026: Physical Fitness Test Guidelines
Physical Fitness Test (PFT) – Stage I
In the first stage of the Physical Fitness Test, candidates must complete a 1.6 kilometre run within the prescribed time limit.
| Test | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 Km Running | To be completed within 7 minutes | To be completed within 8 minutes |
Physical Fitness Test (PFT) – Stage II
Candidates who qualify Stage I will be required to perform the following physical exercises within the given time duration:
| Exercise | Male Candidates | Female Candidates |
|---|---|---|
| Push-ups | 10 push-ups in 1 minute | — |
| Sit-ups | 10 sit-ups in 1 minute | 15 sit-ups in 1 minute 30 seconds |
| Squats | 20 squats in 1 minute | 15 squats in 1 minute |
IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026: Exam Pattern Overview
For Candidates with Science Subjects:
The online written examination will be conducted for a duration of 60 minutes. The question paper will include Physics, Mathematics, and English, and the syllabus will be based on the 10+2 CBSE curriculum.For Candidates Other Than Science Subjects:
The online test will have a total time limit of 45 minutes. It will consist of English along with Reasoning and General Awareness (RAGA) questions, as per the 10+2 CBSE level syllabus.
IAF Agniveervayu 2026 Helpline Details for Candidates
| Support Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Help Desk Working Days | Monday to Saturday |
| Help Desk Timings | 09:00 AM to 06:00 PM |
| Helpline Number | 9513 253 233 |
| Email ID | iafrecruitment@edcil.co.in |
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