Air Force Agniveer Vayu Intake 02/2027 Notification Released, Applications Begin from July 6

Air Force Agniveer Vayu Intake 02/2027 Notification Released, Applications Begin from July 6.The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the Agniveervayu Intake 02/2027 notification under the Agnipath Scheme. Unmarried male and female candidates from across the country can apply online from July 6 to July 26, 2026. The online examination is scheduled to be held on September 22 and 23, 2026.

Candidates selected through this recruitment drive will serve in the Indian Air Force for a period of four years as Agniveervayu under the Agnipath scheme.

Air Force Agniveer Vayu 02/2027: Highlights

Important Dates

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit

Candidates should be born between July 1, 2005, and January 1, 2010 (both dates inclusive). The upper age limit at the time of enrolment should not exceed 22 years.

Marital Status

Only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible to apply. Selected candidates are required to remain unmarried throughout the four-year engagement period. Female candidates must also undertake not to become pregnant during this period.

Educational Qualification

Science Subjects

Candidates should have:

• Passed 10+2/Intermediate with Mathematics, Physics and English with at least 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.

OR

• Completed a three-year Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Automobile, Computer Science, Instrumentation Technology or IT) with 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.

OR

• Passed a two-year vocational course with Physics and Mathematics along with 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.

Other Than Science Subjects

Candidates should have:

• Passed 10+2 in any stream with minimum 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.

OR

• Completed a two-year vocational course with 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.

Selection Process

The recruitment process consists of three phases:

Phase I

• Online Examination

Phase II

• Physical Fitness Test (PFT)

• Adaptability Test-I

• Adaptability Test-II

Phase III

• Medical Examination

Candidates must qualify each stage to move ahead in the selection process.

Physical Fitness Standards

Male Candidates

• 1.6 km run in 7 minutes

• 10 push-ups in 1 minute

• 10 sit-ups in 1 minute

• 20 squats in 1 minute

Female Candidates

• 1.6 km run in 8 minutes

• 10 sit-ups in 1 minute 30 seconds

• 15 squats in 1 minute

The minimum acceptable height for both male and female candidates is 152 cm, while special relaxation is available for candidates from North-East states and certain hilly regions.

Salary and Benefits

Selected Agniveervayu candidates will receive:

Apart from salary, candidates will receive:

• Risk and hardship allowances

• Dress and travel allowances

• Free ration and accommodation

• Medical facilities

• CSD facilities

• Annual leave of 30 days

• Life insurance cover of ₹48 lakh

Seva Nidhi Package

After completing four years of service, Agniveervayu personnel will receive a tax-free Seva Nidhi package of around ₹10.04 lakh, excluding interest. Up to 25% of each batch may be inducted into the regular Air Force cadre based on organizational requirements and performance.

How to Apply for Air Force Agniveer Vayu 02/2027

1. Visit the official recruitment portal.

2. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.

3. Fill in personal, educational and communication details.

4. Upload the required documents and photograph.

5. Pay the application fee online.

6. Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.