Indian Air Force Agniveervayu Recruitment 2026 begins: Applications open till July 26; check eligibility, exam date and selection process

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has opened the online application process for Agniveervayu Intake 02/2026 under the Agnipath Scheme, inviting applications from eligible unmarried male and female candidates nationwide. The recruitment offers young aspirants an opportunity to serve in the Indian Air Force for a four-year tenure while gaining military training, technical skills and professional experience.

According to the official notification, the online registration process began on July 11, 2026, and will remain open until July 26, 2026. The online examination is tentatively scheduled to commence from September 25, 2026. Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Eligibility criteria

Candidates applying for Science Subjects must have passed Class 12 (10+2) with Mathematics, Physics and English, securing at least 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English. Alternatively, candidates with a three-year engineering diploma in relevant disciplines or a two-year vocational course with Physics and Mathematics are also eligible, subject to the prescribed criteria.

For Other Than Science Subjects, applicants should have passed 10+2 in any stream with a minimum of 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English, or possess a qualifying two-year vocational course.

Eligible candidates must be born between July 2, 2006, and January 2, 2010 (both dates inclusive).

Selection process

The Agniveervayu recruitment process comprises multiple stages:

• Stage 1: Computer-based online examination.
• Stage 2: Physical Fitness Test (PFT), including running and prescribed fitness standards.
• Stage 3: Adaptability Tests to assess suitability for military service.
• Stage 4: Comprehensive medical examination as per Indian Air Force standards.
• Stage 5: Verification of original educational and identity documents.

Application fee and benefits

Applicants are required to pay an application fee of ₹550 plus applicable GST through the online payment gateway while submitting the application.

Selected Agniveervayu personnel will receive a monthly salary with annual increments, medical facilities during service, insurance coverage under the Agnipath Scheme, applicable risk and hardship allowances, and the Seva Nidhi package upon successful completion of the four-year engagement, subject to the scheme's provisions.

How to apply

Candidates can register by visiting the official Indian Air Force Agniveervayu recruitment portal, creating an account with a valid email ID and mobile number, filling in personal and educational details, uploading the required documents, paying the application fee online, and submitting the completed application form.

Applicants should keep their Class 10 certificate, Class 12/Diploma/Vocational qualification certificates, passport-size photograph, signature, valid email ID and mobile number ready before starting the registration process.

The Agniveervayu programme continues to attract thousands of defence aspirants every year by offering an opportunity to serve the nation while developing leadership, discipline, technical expertise and skills that remain valuable throughout their careers.