The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the notification for the Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027 under the Agnipath Scheme. This recruitment drive offers a prestigious opportunity for unmarried Indian male and female candidates to serve the nation for a period of four years. Aimed at providing the youth with a chance to experience the military way of life, the scheme focuses on skill development and disciplined service. Interested candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply online to join the IAF as an Agniveervayu.
IAF Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027 Recruitment Overview
| Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Post Name | Agniveervayu |
| Intake | 01/2027 |
| Service Period | 4 Years |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | https://iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Registration Starts | 12 January 2026 (11:00 AM) |
| Online Registration Ends | 01 February 2026 (11:00 PM) |
| Online Examination Dates | 30 March 2026 and 31 March 2026 |
| Provisional Select List (PSL) | 14 November 2026 |
| Enrolment List Publication | 01 December 2026 |
Educational Qualification
Candidates must satisfy the following educational criteria from recognized boards:
- Science Subjects: Passed Intermediate/10+2/Equivalent with Mathematics, Physics, and English with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
- OR: A three-year Diploma in Engineering (various streams) with 50% aggregate and 50% in English.
- OR: A two-year Vocational Course with Physics and Mathematics with 50% aggregate and 50% in English.
- Other than Science Subjects: Passed Intermediate/10+2/Equivalent in any stream with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
- OR: A two-year Vocational Course with 50% aggregate and 50% in English.
Salary and Benefits
Agniveervayu will receive a customized monthly package with fixed yearly increments.
| Year | Monthly Package | In-Hand (70%) | Corpus Fund (30%) |
| 1st Year | ₹30,000/- | ₹21,000/- | ₹9,000/- |
| 2nd Year | ₹33,000/- | ₹23,100/- | ₹9,900/- |
| 3rd Year | ₹36,500/- | ₹25,550/- | ₹10,950/- |
| 4th Year | ₹40,000/- | ₹28,000/- | ₹12,000/- |
| Exit After 4 Years | Seva Nidhi Package | ~₹10.04 Lakhs | (Plus Interest) |
Age Limit
For eligibility, candidates must fall within the specified date of birth block.
- Date of Birth Block: Born between 01 January 2006 and 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive).
- Upper Age Limit: The maximum age on the date of enrolment must be 21 years.
Selection Process
The selection involves multiple phases to ensure candidates meet the mental and physical standards of the IAF.
- Phase-I: Online Test: Objective-type test (bilingual) covering Science or RAGA/English subjects.
- Phase-II: Physical Fitness Test (PFT): Includes 1.6 km run, push-ups, sit-ups, and squats within specified timings.
- Adaptability Tests: Adaptability Test-I and Test-II to assess suitability for the military environment.
- Phase-III: Medical Examination: Comprehensive medical check-up by the Air Force Medical Team.
Application Fee
- Examination Fee: ₹550/- plus 18% GST.
- Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Debit Cards, Credit Cards, or UPI.
- The fee is non-refundable under any circumstances.
How to Apply
- Visit the official IAF CASB portal at https://iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in.
- Step-I (Registration): Register using a valid email ID and mobile number to receive a User ID and Password.
- Step-II (Application): Login to fill in personal, educational, and communication details.
- Upload Documents: Upload a recent color photograph (holding a black slate with name and date), signature, and thumb impression.
- Live Image Capture: Be prepared for a live image capture via webcam for facial verification.
- Payment: Pay the examination fee online through the integrated payment gateway.
- Print: Preview the details and print the final submitted application form for future reference.
Important Links
| Air Force Agniveer Intake 01/2027 Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Air Force Agniveer Intake 01/2027 Apply Online Link | Click Here |









