Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 | Pay Scale Rs 30,000 | Latest Govt Jobs 2026
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Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organization Name | Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 |
| Job Category | Government Jobs |
| Employment Type | Temporary Basis |
| Post Name | Agniveervayu Intake 02/2027 Posts |
| Job Location | All Over India |
| Last date | 26.07.2026 at 11 PM |
| Apply mode | Online |
Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 Officially Released this Notification. Officials are inviting applications from the eligible and interested candidate. For More latest jobs follow our website. In this article we will see the Educational Qualification, Age Limit, Salary, Selection Process, How to Apply…etc
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Post Name and vacancies :
Agniveervayu Intake 02/2027
Educational Qualification
- Science Subjects: Candidates should have passed Intermediate/ 10+2/ Equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics and English from Education Boards recognised by Central, State and UT with minimum Fifty Percentage marks in aggregate and Fifty Percentage marks in English. OR
- Passed Three years Diploma Course in Engineering (Mechanical/ Electrical/ Electronics/ Automobile/ Computer Science/ Instrumentation Technology / Information Technology) from Central, State and UT recognised Polytechnic institute with Fifty Percentage marks in aggregate and Fifty Percentage marks in English in Diploma Course (or in 12th/10th, if English is not a subject in Diploma Course). OR
- Passed 02 years Vocational Course with non-vocational subject viz. Physics and Mathematics from Education Boards recognised by Central, State and UT with Fifty Percentage marks in aggregate and Fifty Percentage marks in English in Vocational Course (or in Intermediate/ Matriculation, if English is not a subject in Vocational Course).
- Other than Science Subjects: Passed Intermediate / 10+2 / Equivalent Examination in any stream/ subjects from Education Boards recognised by Central, State and UT with minimum Fifty Percentage marks in aggregate and Fifty Percentage marks in English. OR
- Passed two years Vocational Course from Education Boards recognised by Central, State and UT with minimum Fifty Percentage marks in aggregate and Fifty Marks in English in Vocational Course (or in 12th/ 10th if English is not a subject in Vocational Course).
Age Limit
- Applicants born between 01.07.2005 and 01.01.2010 (both dates inclusive) are eligible to apply.
- In case, a candidate clears all the stages of the Selection Procedure, then the upper age limit as on date of enrolment should be 22 years.
Pay Scale Details

Selection Process for Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
- Phase – I: Online Test
- Phase – II: Physical Fitness Test (PFT-I and PFT-II), Adaptability Test-I, Adaptability Test-II
- Phase – III: Medical Examination
Preparation tips :
Online Written Exam Preparation
The syllabus depends on the stream applied for.
Science Stream
Subjects
- Physics
- Mathematics
- English
Duration
- 60 Minutes
Other Than Science Stream
Subjects
- English
- Reasoning
- General Awareness (RAGA)
Duration
- 45 Minutes
Science + Other Than Science
Subjects
- Physics
- Mathematics
- English
- Reasoning
- General Awareness
Duration
- 85 Minutes
Physics Preparation
Important Topics
- Units & Dimensions
- Motion
- Laws of Motion
- Work, Power & Energy
- Gravitation
- Heat & Thermodynamics
- Current Electricity
- Magnetism
- Optics
- Modern Physics
Preparation Tips
✅ Revise NCERT Class 11 & 12
✅ Practice numerical problems daily
✅ Memorize formulas
✅ Solve previous Agniveervayu questions
Mathematics Preparation
Important Topics
- Trigonometry
- Algebra
- Sets & Relations
- Matrices
- Probability
- Statistics
- Differential Calculus
- Integral Calculus
- Vectors
- Coordinate Geometry
Preparation Tips
✅ Learn formulas thoroughly
✅ Practice 30–40 problems daily
✅ Focus on speed and accuracy
English Preparation
Important Topics
- Error Detection
- Vocabulary
- Synonyms & Antonyms
- Reading Comprehension
- Sentence Completion
- Cloze Test
Preparation Tips
✅ Read newspapers daily
✅ Learn 15 new words daily
✅ Practice grammar exercises
Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA)
Reasoning Topics
- Analogy
- Coding-Decoding
- Series
- Blood Relations
- Direction Sense
- Classification
- Logical Reasoning
General Awareness Topics
- Current Affairs (Last 6 Months)
- Indian History
- Geography
- Indian Constitution
- Science
- Defence Exercises
- Sports
- Awards
Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
Running
Male: 1.6 Km within 7 Minutes
Female: 1.6 Km within 8 Minutes
Other Tests
- Push-ups
- Sit-ups
- Squats
Physical standards are mandatory and qualifying in nature.
8-Week Physical Training Plan
Week 1–2
- 1 Km Run Daily
- 15 Push-ups
- 20 Squats
Week 3–4
- 1.6 Km Run
- 25 Push-ups
- 30 Squats
Week 5–6
- Timed Running
- 35 Push-ups
- 40 Squats
Week 7–8
- Full PFT Practice
- Improve Endurance
Adaptability Test-I
Tests suitability for military life.
Focus Areas
- Discipline
- Decision Making
- Team Spirit
- Responsibility
- Stress Handling
Preparation
- Practice reasoning questions
- Improve mental alertness
- Learn Air Force values
Adaptability Test-II
Usually conducted in groups.
Evaluates
- Communication Skills
- Leadership Qualities
- Confidence
- Teamwork
- Behaviour
Sample Questions
- Why do you want to join the Air Force?
- What are your strengths?
- How will you handle pressure?
Medical Examination Preparation
Important Areas
- Vision Standards
- Hearing Standards
- Dental Health
- Blood Pressure
- Chest Expansion
- General Fitness
Tips
✅ Maintain healthy BMI
✅ Exercise regularly
✅ Avoid unhealthy habits
✅ Sleep adequately
Best Books
Physics
- NCERT Physics Class 11 & 12
Mathematics
- NCERT Mathematics Class 11 & 12
- R.D. Sharma Mathematics
English
- Objective General English – S.P. Bakshi
General Knowledge
- Lucent General Knowledge
Expected Difficulty Level
| Subject | Difficulty |
|---|---|
| Physics | Moderate |
| Mathematics | Moderate to Difficult |
| English | Easy to Moderate |
| Reasoning | Moderate |
| General Awareness | Moderate |
Final Strategy
✅ 2 Hours – Mathematics
✅ 2 Hours – Physics
✅ 1 Hour – English
✅ 1 Hour – Reasoning & General Awareness
✅ 1 Hour – Physical Fitness
✅ 2 Full Mock Tests Per Week
High-Scoring Areas
- Mathematics Formula-Based Questions
- Physics Numericals
- English Vocabulary & Grammar
- Current Affairs
- Physical Fitness
Many successful Agniveervayu candidates emphasize that consistent running practice and mock tests are as important as academics because a large number of candidates are filtered out during the PFT and Adaptability stages
Application Fees for Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026
- For All Applicants – Rs.550/- plus 18% GST
- Payment Mode: Online
How to Apply for Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026?
Eligible candidates shall apply online between 06.07.2026 at 11 AM and 26.07.2026 at 11 PM (both days inclusive) through the ‘Careers’ page of the Indian Air Force website https://iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in/agniveervayu/ after carefully going through the instructions given in Official Notification.
Indian Air Force Recruitment 2026 – Official Apply Link
Important Dates
Start Date : 06.07.2026 at 11 AM
Last Date : 26.07.2026 at 11pm
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