Indian Air Force Agniveervayu Recruitment 2025: Applications Open from July 11

Indian Air Force Agniveervayu Recruitment 2025: Applications Open from July 11
Indian Air Force

New Delhi, The Indian Air Force (IAF) has announced recruitment for the Agniveervayu (Group X & Y) under the 01/2026 batch of the Agnipath Scheme. The online application process will begin on July 11, 2025, and will close on July 31, 2025, via the official website agnipathvayu.cdac.in.

The Phase I written exam will be conducted on September 25, 2025, at examination centers across the country.

Key Highlights

·        Name of Recruitment: Agniveervayu Intake 01/2026

·        Posts Available:

o   Group X (Technical)

o   Group Y (Non-Technical)

·        Service Period: 4 years

·        Starting Salary: ₹30,000/month (1st year), rising to ₹40,000/month (4th year)

·        Exit Package (Seva Nidhi): ₹10.04 lakh (tax-free) after 4 years of service

Important Dates

Event

Date

Notification Released

July 10, 2025

Application Start

July 11, 2025

Application Deadline

July 31, 2025

Phase I Exam

September 25, 2025

Result Announcement

October 2025 (Tentative)

Final Enrolment List

December 2025

Eligibility Criteria

·        Age Limit: Candidates must be born between July 2, 2005 and January 2, 2009

·        Educational Qualifications:

o   Group X (Technical): 10+2 (PCM + English) with at least 50% marks, OR 3-year diploma in engineering

o   Group Y (Non-Technical): 10+2 in any stream with at least 50% in English

·        Medical Standards:

o   Minimum Height: 152.5 cm

o   Chest Expansion: At least 5 cm

o   Vision: 6/6 in both eyes

Selection Process

1.     Phase I – Online Exam (based on stream)

2.     Phase II – Physical Fitness Test:

o   1.6 km run in 6 min 30 sec

o   10 push-ups

o   10 sit-ups

o   20 squats

3.     Adaptability Test I & II

4.     Medical Test

How to Apply

1.     Visit: https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in

2.     Click on "Apply Online for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2026"

3.     Fill in personal and academic details

4.     Upload required documents and pay the fee of ₹250

5.     Submit the form and download the confirmation copy

Statement from the Air Force

“This is a golden opportunity for the youth of India to serve in the Indian Air Force and receive world-class training. The Agnipath scheme offers professional development and post-service career opportunities,” an Air Force representative stated.

Quick Link

·        Apply Online: agnipathvayu.cdac.in

 

By Manisha Chowdhury