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The Indian Air Force (IAF) is currently accepting registrations for the Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027 under the Agnipath Scheme. The force is looking for qualified unmarried Indian men and women to apply for the Agniveervayu position.
The recruitment effort provides individuals with a four-year service period in the Air Force. According to the schedule, the online examination will take place on March 30 and 31, 2026. Interested candidates should visit the official IAF recruitment portal to submit their applications within the deadline.
The online registration window commenced on January 12, 2026, and will close on February 1, 2026, at 11:00 p.m. The examination fee is ₹550 + 18% GST, non-refundable.
Eligibility criteria
Eligible applicants are unmarried men and women born between January 1, 2006, and July 1, 2009, with a maximum age of 21 years at enrollment. Educational qualifications include Class 12 (10+2) with Science subjects (Physics, Mathematics, and English), Class 12 in any stream, and a Diploma/vocational qualification. Aspirants should submit their applications before the deadline to be considered for this intake.
How to apply
Candidates must apply online through the official portal — iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in. The process involves:
Step 1: Register with a valid email ID and mobile number.
Step 2: Verifying the OTP sent to both email and phone.
Step 3: Logging in with the generated User ID and password.
Step 4: Filling in personal and educational details.
Step 5: Uploading documents, photographs, signature and thumb impression.
Step 6: Pay the application fee online before submitting the form.
Exam Pattern
The selection process will be conducted in three phases:
–Phase I: Online written test.
–Phase II: Physical Fitness Test, Adaptability Tests and document verification.
–Phase III: Medical examination.
Admit cards for the online exam will be issued 48 to 72 hours before the test.
Service Period and Benefits
Selected candidates will serve as Agniveervayu for four years, starting with a monthly remuneration of Rs 30,000 and increasing annually. After completing their service, qualifying candidates will receive a Seva Nidhi package worth about Rs 10.04 lakh.
Depending on the qualifications, up to 25% of candidates may be considered for registration in the Air Force’s regular cadre.
Applicants are recommended to apply early because registration dates will not be extended. All updates, including eligibility details, syllabus, and announcements, will be made accessible exclusively on the official website, iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in.
