Indian Air Force Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Recruitment (Intake 02/2026): The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the notification for the recruitment of Agniveervayu Non-Combatants for Intake 02/2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. This recruitment drive invites offline applications from eligible unmarried male Indian citizens for the Hospitality and Housekeeping streams. Selected candidates will serve in the Indian Air Force for a period of four years. Interested candidates must submit their applications to the designated Air Force Stations via ordinary post or drop box before the deadline.
IAF Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Recruitment (Intake 02/2026) Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Post Name | Agniveervayu Non-Combatant |
| Intake | 02/2026 |
| Scheme | Agnipath Scheme |
| Application Mode | Offline (Post / Drop Box) |
| Job Location | All India |
| Category | Defence Jobs |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Notification Release Date | 07 February 2026 |
| Application Start Date | 07 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Receipt Application | 23 February 2026 |
| Exam Date | To be notified later |
Vacancy Details
The Indian Air Force has invited applications for Non-Combatant roles in two specific streams: Hospitality and Housekeeping. While the exact number of vacancies has not been disclosed in the official notification, candidates can apply for either of the streams based on their preference and eligibility.
| Stream Name | Description |
| Hospitality | Includes tasks like cooking, kitchen management, etc. |
| Housekeeping | Includes tasks like cleaning, maintenance, etc. |
Education Qualification
Candidates must meet the following educational criteria to be eligible for the recruitment:
Candidates should have passed the Class 10th / Matriculation examination from a Board recognized by the Central, State, or UT Government.
Salary & Benefits
Selected Agniveers will receive a customized monthly package along with Risk and Hardship allowances as applicable. The payout structure for the four-year tenure is as follows:
| Year | Monthly Package | In-Hand (70%) | Contribution to 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 |
Seva Nidhi Package: Approx ₹10.04 Lakhs (plus accrued interest) will be given upon completion of 4 years.
Insurance: Non-contributory life insurance cover of ₹48 Lakhs.
Age Limit
Candidates must be born between 02 July 2005 and 02 January 2009 (both days inclusive). The upper age limit on the date of enrolment must be 21 years.
Selection Process
The selection procedure for the IAF Non-Combatant intake involves multiple phases:
Phase-I (Written Test): A test comprising General English (10 Marks) and General Knowledge (10 Marks). Minimum passing marks are 10.
Phase-II (Physical Fitness Test – PFT):
1.6 Km run to be completed in 6 minutes 30 seconds.
10 Push-ups (within 1 min).
10 Sit-ups (within 1 min).
20 Squats (within 1 min).
Phase-III (Stream Suitability Test): Assessment of suitability for the specific stream (Hospitality or Housekeeping).
Phase-IV (Medical Examination): Final medical check-up as per IAF standards.
Application Fee
There is No Application Fee required for this recruitment.
How to Apply
Candidates must follow these steps to apply offline:
Download the Application Form from the official website or the link provided below.
Take a printout of the form on A4 size paper.
Fill in the application form manually in BLOCK LETTERS using a black/blue pen.
Paste a recent passport-size photograph (taken not before January 2026) on the form.
Attach self-attested copies of the following documents:
Class 10th Passing Certificate and Mark Sheet.
Date of Birth proof (if not included in the 10th certificate).
Aadhaar Card.
Domicile Certificate (if applicable).
Experience Certificate (if any).
Enclose the application and documents in an envelope.
Write the stream applied for (Hospitality or Housekeeping) clearly on the envelope.
Send the application via Ordinary Post or submit it in the Drop Box at the specific Air Force Station nearest to you (refer to the official notification for the station list and addresses) before 23 February 2026.
Important Links
| Indian Air Force Agniveervayu Non-Combatant (Intake 02/2026) Official Notification PDF | Click Here |
| Indian Air Force Agniveervayu Non-Combatant (Intake 02/2026) Apply Online Link | Click Here |








