The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the official notification for Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027 Recruitment 2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. Unmarried male and female candidates who have completed 10+2, diploma, or equivalent qualification can apply online for this recruitment. This program offers youth the opportunity to serve in the Indian Air Force for four years as Agniveer Vayu.
The online application process started in January 2026, and the selection process includes an online exam, physical fitness test, adaptability tests, and medical examination.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Release | January 2026 |
| Application Start | 12 January 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 08 February 2026 |
| Re-Open Application Window | 03 – 10 March 2026 |
| Exam City Intimation | March 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | 30 – 31 March 2026 |
| Admit Card | 24–48 Hours Before Exam |
Applications were reopened briefly in March 2026 to allow additional candidates to apply.
Application Fee
- General / OBC / EWS: ₹550
- SC / ST: ₹550
- Payment Method: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI / E-Challan.
Post Details & Eligibility
| Post Name | Total Vacancy | Age Limit | Minimum Education Qualification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027 | Not Specified | 17.5 – 21 Years | 10+2 with 50% marks or Diploma / Vocational Course with Physics & Maths |
Eligible candidates must be unmarried male or female and meet the educational requirements specified in the official notification.
Date of Birth Eligibility
Candidates must be born between 01 January 2006 and 01 July 2009 (inclusive).
Category / Vacancy Distribution
| Category | Vacancies |
|---|---|
| UR | Not Specified |
| EWS | Not Specified |
| OBC | Not Specified |
| SC | Not Specified |
| ST | Not Specified |
The Indian Air Force does not announce fixed category-wise vacancies for Agniveer recruitment; selection is based on service requirements.
Syllabus & Exam Pattern
Phase-1: Online Test (CBT)
| Subject | Marks |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | — |
| Physics | — |
| English | — |
| Reasoning & General Awareness | — |
- Mode: Online Computer Based Test
- Duration: 45–85 minutes depending on stream.
Phase-2
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- Adaptability Test-I
- Adaptability Test-II
- Medical Examination
Candidates who clear all stages will be included in the final merit list.
Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
| Test | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 1.6 Km Run | 7 Minutes (Male) / 8 Minutes (Female) |
| Push-Ups | 10 |
| Sit-Ups | 10 |
| Squats | 20 (Male) / 15 (Female) |
Salary / Package
| Year | Monthly Package |
|---|---|
| 1st Year | ₹30,000 |
| 2nd Year | ₹33,000 |
| 3rd Year | ₹36,500 |
| 4th Year | ₹40,000 |
After completing 4 years of service, Agniveers receive a Seva Nidhi package of about ₹10 lakh.
Important Links
| Re-Open Apply Online | Click Here |
| Check Age Relaxation / Re-Open Form Notice | Click Here |
| Online Correction Link | Click Here |
| Apply Online Link | Click Here |
| Download Official Notification | Click Here |
| Indian Airforce Official Website | Click Here |