The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the notification for the Agniveer Vayu Intake 1/2026. This recruitment drive offers a golden opportunity for eligible male and female Indian citizens to serve under the Air Force Act 1950 for a four-year tenure. With 2,500 expected vacancies, aspirants are encouraged to prepare early.
Important Dates and Highlights
To succeed in this recruitment, candidates must keep track of key milestones, starting from the application window to the final examination. You can download the official document here: Airforce Agniveer Notification 2025 (Batch 1/2026) Official PDF.
| Events | Dates |
|---|---|
| Air Force Agniveer Notification 2025 | 18th December 2024 |
| Air Force Agniveer Registration 2025 | 7th January 2025 (11 am) |
| Last Date to Submit Application Form | 27th January 2025 (11:59 pm) |
| Airforce Agniveer Admit Card 2025 | 24 to 48 hours prior exam date |
| Airforce Agniveer Exam Date 2025 | 22nd March 2025 onwards |
Steps to Apply for Agniveer Airforce Recruitment 2025
- Visit the official website of the Air Force Agniveer at https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in/.
- On the homepage, click on the link for Air Force Agniveer Application Form for Vayu Intake 1/2026.
- Proceed to Airforce Agniveer Online Application Form 2025 - Click Here to Apply and enter your Username/Email ID and Password to login.
- Complete the application form with your personal and educational details.
- Upload all required documents and process the payment of the Rs. 550/- fee plus GST.
- Submit the form and ensure you take a printed copy for future reference.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be unmarried Indian citizens aged between 17.5 and 23 years (born between 2nd January 2004 and 2nd July 2007). Educational requirements vary by stream; please Check the Indian Airforce Agniveer Syllabus Here to ensure you meet the necessary benchmarks.
Salary Structure and Benefits
The IAF provides a customized monthly package for Agniveers. For Detailed Agniveer Salary Package Information, refer to the table below:
| Particulars | 1st Year | 2nd Year | 3rd Year | 4th Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Customised Package (Monthly) | Rs. 30000 | Rs. 33000 | Rs. 36500 | Rs. 40000 |
| In-Hand Salary (70%) | Rs. 21000 | Rs. 23100 | Rs. 25580 | Rs. 28000 |
| Contribution to Agniveer Corpus Fund (30%) | Rs. 9000 | Rs. 9900 | Rs. 10950 | Rs. 12000 |
Physical Fitness Requirements
Candidates must satisfy strict physical standards, including height (min 152.5 cm for males, 152 cm for females), normal hearing, and at least 14 dental points. The physical tests are conducted in two phases as detailed below:
| Task | Max period | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Push-ups | 01 minute | Test conducted after 10 min break |
| 10 Sit-ups | 01 minute | Test conducted after 2 min break |
| 20 Squats | 01 minute | Test conducted after 2 min break |
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