Indian Airforce Agniveer Vayu Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for Intake 01/2026 Batch

Dec 27, 2024

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Join Indian Airforce Agnipath Vayu Agniveer Scheme

The Indian Airforce has released the notification for the Agniveer Vayu Recruitment Intake 01/2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. Interested candidates can apply online between January 7, 2025, and January 27, 2025. Read below for complete details on eligibility, application process, important dates, selection procedure, and benefits.

Important Dates

Application Start Date: January 7, 2025
Last Date to Apply Online: January 27, 2025
Last Date for Fee Payment: January 27, 2025
Examination Date: March 22, 2025
Admit Card Release: Before the examination

Application Fee

General / OBC / EWS: ₹550/-
SC / ST: ₹550/-
Payment can be made via Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.

Age Limit (as per Intake 01/2026 Rules)

Minimum Age: 17.5 years
Maximum Age: 21 years
Born Between: January 1, 2005, and July 1, 2008

Eligibility Criteria

For Science Subjects

Qualification:
- 10+2 with Mathematics, Physics, and English with 50% aggregate and 50% in English; or
- 3-year diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Automobile, Computer Science, IT, etc.) with 50% aggregate and 50% in English; or
- 2-year vocational course with Physics and Mathematics with 50% aggregate and 50% in English.

For Other Than Science Subjects

Qualification:
- 10+2 with 50% aggregate and 50% in English; or
- 2-year vocational course with 50% aggregate and 50% in English.

Medical Standards

Height: Minimum 152.5 cm
Chest Expansion: Minimum 5 cm

Benefits of Joining the Agniveer Vayu Scheme

Key Features

Open for candidates aged 17.5 to 21 years.
Opportunity to serve the nation for 4 years under the Agnipath Scheme.
Life Insurance cover of ₹48 lakh during the service period.
Skill certification upon completion of tenure.

Pay Structure

Year	Monthly Package (₹)	In-Hand Salary (₹)	Agniveer Corpus Fund (₹)
First	30,000	21,000	9,000
Second	33,000	23,100	9,900
Third	36,500	25,580	10,950
Fourth	40,000	28,000	12,000

Exit Package: ₹11.71 lakh as Seva Nidhi Package plus a skill certificate.
Regular Cadre Enrollment: Up to 25% may be absorbed into the Indian Air Force’s regular cadre.

How to Apply for Indian Airforce Agniveer Vayu Recruitment 2025

Online Application: Visit the official website and apply between January 7, 2025, and January 27, 2025.
Photo Instructions: Upload a recent passport-sized photo (10 KB – 50 KB) with a light background. Ensure the photo includes a black slate with your name and photo date written in white chalk.
Document Checklist:
- ID proof
- Address details
- Academic certificates
- Scanned copies of photo and signature
Preview and Submit: Double-check all details before submitting the form.
Fee Payment: Ensure fee payment to complete the application.
Print Application: Keep a printout of the submitted form for future reference.