The Indian Air Force has announced the Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2026 recruitment under the Agnipath Scheme. Eligible candidates can apply online from January 7, 2025, to February 2, 2025. Below are the key details:
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | January 7, 2025 |
| Application End Date | February 2, 2025 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | February 2, 2025 |
| Exam Date | March 22, 2025 |
| Admit Card Availability | Before Exam |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹550 |
| SC / ST | ₹550 |
Note: The application fee can be paid through Debit Card, Credit Card, or Net Banking.
Age Limit (as of January 7, 2025)
| Criteria | Age Range |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 17.5 Years |
| Maximum Age | 21 Years |
| Birth Date Range | January 1, 2005, to July 1, 2008 |
Eligibility Criteria
- For Science Subjects:
- 12th/Intermediate with Mathematics, Physics, and English, securing at least 50% marks in aggregate and 50% in English.
- OR a 3-year Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile/Computer Science/Instrumentation Technology/Information Technology) with 50% marks in aggregate and 50% in English in the diploma course.
- OR a 2-year vocational course with non-vocational subjects Physics and Math from any recognized board with 50% marks in aggregate and 50% in English.
- For Other Than Science Subjects:
- 12th/Intermediate in any stream with 50% marks in aggregate and 50% in English.
- OR a 2-year vocational course with 50% marks in aggregate and 50% in English.
Medical Standards
- Height: Minimum 152.5 cm
- Chest Expansion: Minimum 5 cm
Benefits of Joining as Agniveer Vayu
- Service Duration: 4 years
- Life Insurance: Coverage of ₹48 Lakhs during the service period
- Skill Certificate: Provided upon completion of service
- Leave:
- Annual: 30 days
- Sick Leave: Based on medical advice
Monthly Remuneration
| Year | Monthly Package | In-Hand Salary | Contribution to Agniveer Corpus Fund |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 2nd | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 | ₹9,900 |
| 3rd | ₹36,500 | ₹25,580 | ₹10,950 |
| 4th | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹12,000 |
Upon completion of 4 years, Agniveers will receive a ‘Seva Nidhi’ package totaling ₹11.71 Lakhs, along with a skill certificate. Up to 25% of Agniveers may be enrolled into the regular cadre of the Indian Air Force based on organizational requirements and policies.
How to Apply
- Visit the official website: agnipathvayu.cdac.in
- Click on the ‘Apply Online’ link for Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2026.
- Register by providing the required details.
- Fill out the application form accurately.
- Upload the necessary documents, including a recent passport-sized photograph.
- Pay the application fee through the available payment options.
- Review and submit the application form.
- Print the confirmation page for future reference.
Important Links
- Apply Online: Click Here
- Download Notification: Click Here
- Official Website: Visit Here
For detailed information, including the selection procedure and other specifics, candidates are advised to read the official notification available on the Indian Air Force’s Agnipath Vayu website.
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