Indian Air Force Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Recruitment (Intake 01/2026): A Golden Opportunity for 10th Pass Candidates!
The Indian Air Force (IAF) invites applications from unmarried male Indian citizens for selection as Agniveervayu Non-Combatant under the Agnipath Scheme for Intake 01/2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for young individuals to serve the nation. The application process is offline, and the last date for receipt of applications is 01 September 2025.
Vacancy Details
- Post Name: Agniveervayu Non-Combatant
- Streams: Hospitality and Housekeeping
- Pay Scale / Remuneration: Agniveer Package of Rs. 30,000/- per month with a fixed yearly increment.
- 1st Year: Rs. 30,000/- (In-hand: Rs. 21,000/-)
- 2nd Year: Rs. 33,000/- (In-hand: Rs. 23,100/-)
- 3rd Year: Rs. 36,500/- (In-hand: Rs. 25,550/-)
- 4th Year: Rs. 40,000/- (In-hand: Rs. 28,000/-)
- Upon completion of four years, a one-time ‘Seva Nidhi’ package of approximately Rs. 10.04 Lakhs will be given.
- Official Website: https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in
Eligibility Criteria
- Educational Qualification: Passed Matriculation / equivalent examination from an Education Board recognised by Central, State, or UT.
- Marital Status: Only unmarried male candidates are eligible.
- Age Limit: Candidates born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2008 (both days inclusive) are eligible to apply. The upper age limit on the date of enrolment must be 21 years.
- Physical and Medical Standards:
- Height: Minimum acceptable height is 152 cms.
- Chest: Minimum range of expansion is 5 cm.
- Weight: Proportionate to height and age.
- Visual Standards: Vision should be 6/36 in each eye, correctable to 6/9 in each eye. Corneal surgery (PRK/LASIK) is not acceptable.
- Hearing: Must be able to hear a forced whisper from a distance of 6 meters with each ear separately.
- Dental: Should have healthy gums, a good set of teeth, and a minimum of 14 dental points.
Selection Process
The selection process consists of four phases:
- Phase-I (Written Test): A common written test for both streams with a total of 20 marks (General English – 10 marks, General Knowledge – 10 marks). A minimum aggregate score of 10 is required to pass.
- Phase-II (Physical Fitness Test – PFT): This is qualifying in nature.
- PFT-1: 1.6 Km run to be completed within 6 minutes 30 seconds.
- PFT-2: 10 Push-ups, 10 Sit-ups, and 20 Squats within the stipulated time after a break.
- Phase-III (Stream Suitability Test – SST): This test is qualifying in nature. Candidates must demonstrate aptitude for the applied stream (Hospitality/Housekeeping) and score a minimum of 50% aggregate (15 marks).
- Phase-IV (Medical Examination): Candidates who qualify in the SST will undergo a medical examination as per IAF medical standards.
Application Process
- Application Fee:
- No application fee is mentioned in the notification.
- How to Apply: Candidates must download the blank application form from the official website. The duly filled application form and other required certificates must be submitted by normal post or dropped in the drop box at any one of the Air Force Stations mentioned in the notification.
- Official Application Portal: https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in
Important Dates
- Application Start Date: Started
- Application Last Date: 01 September 2025