The Indian Air Force (IAF) has announced the Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027 Open Recruitment Rally for unmarried male and female candidates from the North-Eastern States, Sikkim and the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
The recruitment rally will be held between 31 August and 07 September 2026 at Chumoukedima (Nagaland) and Sri Vijaya Puram (Andaman & Nicobar Islands). Eligible candidates can directly participate in the rally as per their reporting date—no online application is required for this notification.
IAF Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026 Overview
| Organization Name | Indian Air Force |
| Advertisement No. | 01/2027 |
| Post Name | Agniveervayu (Other Than Science Subjects) |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified |
| Qualification | 12th |
| Rally Dates | 31 August – 07 September 2026 |
| Rally Mode | Open Recruitment Rally (Walk-in) |
| Official Website | iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in |
Important Dates
Rally Starts
31 August 2026
Rally Ends
07 September 2026
Medical Exam
September 2026
Provisional Select List
14 November 2026 (Tentative)
Enrolment List
01 December 2026 (Tentative)
Reporting Time: Candidates must report before 10:00 AM on their allotted reporting day.
Rally Schedule
Chumoukedima (Nagaland)
| Category | Reporting | Test Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Women | 01 Sept | 01–02 Sept |
| Men | 04 Sept | 04–05 Sept |
Eligible States
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Assam
- Manipur
- Meghalaya
- Mizoram
- Nagaland
- Tripura
- Sikkim
Sri Vijaya Puram (Andaman & Nicobar)
| Category | Reporting | Test Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Women | 01 Sept | 01–02 Sept |
| Men | 03 Sept | 03–04 Sept |
Eligible candidates must belong to the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
Eligibility Criteria
Educational Qualification
Candidates must have 50% marks overall and 50% marks in English.
Eligible qualifications include:
- 10+2 / Intermediate (any stream)
- 2-Year Vocational Course
- 3-Year Engineering Diploma in approved branches
Marks are considered exactly as printed on the marksheet. For example, 49.99% is treated as 49%.
Age Limit
Candidates must be born between:
01 January 2005 and 01 July 2009
Both dates are included. The maximum age at enrolment is 22 years.
Marital Status
Only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible. Candidates must remain unmarried during the 4-year engagement period.
Domicile Requirement
Candidates must possess a valid Domicile Certificate for the rally location they are attending.
- North-Eastern States and Sikkim → Nagaland Rally
- Andaman & Nicobar Islands → Sri Vijaya Puram Rally
Special provisions are available for children of Air Force personnel under COAFP rules.
Physical & Medical Standards
| Standard | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Height | 152 cm |
| Female (Certain North-East categories) | 147 cm |
| Vision | 6/12 Correctable to 6/6 |
| Hearing | Normal |
| Male Chest | 77 cm + 5 cm expansion |
| Tattoo | Only permitted locations as per rules |
Candidates must also meet Indian Air Force medical standards regarding dental health, colour vision and physical fitness.
Agniveervayu Salary
| Year | Monthly Package | In-Hand |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 2nd | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 |
| 3rd | ₹36,500 | ₹25,550 |
| 4th | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 |
Additional benefits include:
- ₹48 lakh Life Insurance
- Risk & Hardship Allowance
- Medical Facilities
- Leave Travel Concession
- Ration & Accommodation
- Approximately ₹10.04 lakh Seva Nidhi after completing 4 years.
Application Fee
There is no application fee for participating in the recruitment rally.
Only candidates filing an Appeal Medical Board need to pay ₹40.
Selection Process
The recruitment process includes several stages.
- Document Verification – Educational, domicile and identity documents are checked.
- Physical Fitness Test- 1.6 km Run – Male: 7 minutes – Female: 8 minutes – Push-ups, Sit-ups and Squats as per category
- Written Exam- 45 Minutes – English – Reasoning – General Awareness
- Adaptability Test-I
- Adaptability Test-II
- Medical Examination
- Provisional Select List & Final Enrolment
Negative marking of 0.25 marks applies in the written examination.
Documents Required
Candidates should carry:
- Aadhaar Card
- 10 Passport Photos
- 10th Certificate
- 12th/Diploma Certificate
- Domicile Certificate
- Consent Form
- NCC Certificate (if applicable)
- NOC (if employed)
- Required photocopies of all documents
Original certificates are mandatory unless DigiLocker verification is accepted.
How to Join the Rally
- Check eligibility.
- Reach your rally venue before 10 AM.
- Carry all required documents.
- Complete verification.
- Appear for all selection stages.
- Check the official portal for the merit list.
Important Instructions
Candidates should remember:
- No recruiting agent is authorised.
- Electronic devices are prohibited.
- No TA/DA will be provided.
- Stay updated through the official website only.
Important Links
| Link | Action |
|---|---|
| Official Notification PDF | View & Download Here |
| Official Website | Visit Website |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
No. This recruitment is conducted through an Open Recruitment Rally (Walk-in).
Candidates born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2009 are eligible.
Candidates need 10+2, Vocational Course, or a Diploma with 50% marks overall and 50% in English.
The first-year customised package is ₹30,000 per month, with ₹21,000 in hand.
No application fee is charged for the recruitment rally itself.
