The Indian Air Force (IAF) has opened registration for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027 under the government’s Agnipath Scheme, giving young unmarried Indian men and women the chance to serve in the Air Force for a fixed four-year term.
Candidates can apply online at iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in. The application window runs from January 12, 2026, to February 1, 2026, at 11:00 PM. Applicants should register early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Exam Dates and Application Fee
The online written examination for Agniveervayu recruitment will be held on March 30 and 31, 2026, at centers across the country.
Candidates must pay a non-refundable application fee of Rs 550 plus 18% GST online during the application process.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027, candidates must:
- Be unmarried Indian men or women
- Be born between January 1, 2006, and July 1, 2009
- Not exceed 21 years of age at the time of enrollment
In terms of education, applicants should have:
- Passed Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics, and English, or
- Passed Class 12 in any stream, or
- Hold a diploma or vocational qualification
Detailed eligibility requirements are available on the official website.
How to Apply
Candidates can follow these steps to submit their application:
- Visit iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in
- Register using a valid email ID and mobile number
- Verify the OTP sent to email and phone
- Log in with the generated user ID and password
- Fill in personal and educational details
- Upload required documents, photograph, signature, and thumb impression
- Pay the application fee online and submit the form
Selection Process
The recruitment will be conducted in three stages:
- Stage 1: Online written examination
- Stage 2: Physical efficiency test, adaptability test, and document verification
- Stage 3: Medical examination
Admit cards for the online exam will be released 48 to 72 hours before the examination date.
Service Period and Salary Benefits
Selected Agniveervayu candidates will serve in the Indian Air Force for four years. The initial monthly salary is Rs 30,000, with annual increments during service.
After the four-year term, eligible candidates will receive a service fund of about Rs 10.04 lakh.
Up to 25 percent of Agniveervayu personnel may be absorbed into the regular Indian Air Force cadre, based on performance and organizational needs.
Important Note
Candidates are strongly advised to rely solely on the official recruitment website for accurate information on eligibility, syllabus, exam pattern, and updates. The registration deadline will not be extended under any circumstances.
With applications now open, aspiring candidates should act promptly to secure their chance to serve the nation through the Indian Air Force’s Agnipath Scheme.
