Indian Air Force Recruitment 2025 invites applications from unmarried Indian male and female candidates for the Agniveervayu Intake 02/2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. This opportunity offers young people in India the chance to serve their nation in a military role for four years. Eligible applicants can submit their online applications from 11 July to 31 July 2025, with the selection test beginning from 25 September 2025.
Last date : 31st July 2025
Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Agniveervayu (Non-Officer Cadre)
- Intake: 02/2026
- Gender: Male and Female
- Tenure: 4 years
- Note: Number of vacancies and female employability will be based on service requirements.
Educational Qualification
For Science Subjects:
- 10+2 with Mathematics, Physics, and English with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% in English.
- OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering (any stream) with 50% marks aggregate and 50% in English.
- OR 2-year Vocational Course with Physics and Maths + 50% aggregate and 50% in English.
For Other than Science Subjects:
- 10+2 in any stream with 50% aggregate and 50% in English.
- OR 2-year Vocational Course with 50% marks in aggregate and 50% in English.
Salary Details (Monthly Package)
- 1st Year: ₹30,000
- 2nd Year: ₹33,000
- 3rd Year: ₹36,500
- 4th Year: ₹40,000
- Seva Nidhi after 4 years: Approx ₹10.04 lakhs
- Insurance Cover: ₹48 lakhs (non-contributory)
Eligibility Criteria
- Age Limit: Born between 02 July 2005 and 02 January 2009 (inclusive).
- Marital Status: Only unmarried candidates can apply.
- Nationality: Indian
- Height:
- Male: Min 152 cm
- Female: Min 152 cm (relaxation for NE, Uttarakhand & Lakshadweep)
- Other Physical Standards: Normal hearing, good dental health, and no deformities.
- Medical Fitness: As per IAF guidelines.
Selection Process
- Phase I: Online Test
- Phase II: Physical Fitness Test, Adaptability Tests I & II
- Phase III: Medical Examination
- Shortlisting is state-wise, based on normalised marks.
Application Fee
- ₹550 + GST (Online payment via cards/net banking)
Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
Candidates shortlisted after the online test (Phase I) will undergo the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) during Phase II. The PFT is divided into two stages: PFT-I and PFT-II.
PFT-I:
Running Test (1.6 km run):
- Male Candidates: Must complete within 7 minutes
- Female Candidates: Must complete within 8 minutes
PFT-II:
To be conducted after 10 minutes of rest following the run.
For Male Candidates:
- 10 Push-ups in 1 minute
- 10 Sit-ups in 1 minute (after 2 minutes rest)
- 20 Squats in 1 minute (after 2 minutes rest)
For Female Candidates:
- 10 Sit-ups in 1 minute 30 seconds
- 15 Squats in 1 minute (after 2 minutes rest)
Note:
- Candidates must bring their sports shoes and shorts/track pants.
- Technique for each exercise is available on the official portal. Link is given bellow.
Important Dates
- Online Registration Start: 11 July 2025 (11:00 AM)
- Last Date to Apply: 31 July 2025 (11:30 PM)
- Online Exam Date (Phase I): From 25 September 2025
- PSL Release Date: 15 May 2026
- Enrolment List Publication: 01 June 2026
Important Links
- Apply Online : Available on 11/07/2025
- Official Notification
- Official Website