Indian Air Force Recruitment 2025: Agniveer Vayu Vacancy for Assam & All India

Indian Air Force Recruitment 2025: Agniveer Vayu Vacancy Announced

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has announced exciting opportunities for young individuals across India, including Assam, through its Agniveer Vayu Intake 02/2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. This recruitment drive aims to enlist eligible candidates as Agniveer Vayu, offering a unique chance to serve in the prestigious Indian Air Force.

The Agnipath Scheme, launched on June 14, 2022, provides a transformative career path in the armed forces, with a service duration of 4 years for Agniveers. This is a nationwide recruitment, and interested candidates from Assam are encouraged to apply.

About the Agniveer Vayu Recruitment

The Indian Air Force is seeking enthusiastic and capable individuals to join its ranks as Agniveer Vayu. This intake is for the Agniveer Vayu Intake 02/2026, under the overarching Agnipath Scheme.

• Name of Post: Agniveer Vayu
• Name of Batch: Agniveer Vayu Intake 02/2026
• Name of Scheme: Agnipath Scheme
• Duration of Service: 4 Years
• Department: Indian Air Force
• Ministry: Ministry of Defence, India
• Job Location: All India
• Mode of Application: Online

Eligibility Criteria for Indian Air Force Agniveer Vayu Recruitment

Candidates must meet specific age and educational qualifications to be considered for the Agniveer Vayu posts.

Age Limit:

Aspiring candidates must be born between 02nd July 2005 and 02nd January 2009 (both dates inclusive). If a candidate successfully clears all selection stages, the upper age limit at the time of enrollment will be 21 years.

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must meet one of the following educational requirements:

For Science Subjects:

• Passed Intermediate/ 10+2/ Equivalent with Mathematics, Physics, and English from a recognized Board, securing at least 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
• OR Passed a 3-year Diploma Course in Engineering (Mechanical/ Electrical/ Electronics/ Automobile/ Computer Science/ Instrumentation Technology/ Information Technology) from a recognized Polytechnic institute, with 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English (or in Intermediate/Matriculation if English is not a subject in the Diploma).
• OR Passed a 2-year Vocational Course with a non-vocational subject like Physics and Maths from a recognized State Education Board, securing at least 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English (or in Intermediate/Matriculation if English is not a subject in the vocational course).

For Other Than Science Subjects:

• Passed Intermediate/ 10+2/ Equivalent in any subject from a recognized Board, with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
• OR Passed a 2-year vocational course from a recognized Education Board, with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English (or in Intermediate/Matriculation if English is not a subject in the vocational course).

Mandatory Medical Standards for Agniveer Vayu

Candidates must meet the stringent medical standards set by the Indian Air Force:

• Height: Minimum 152 cm for both male and female candidates. Concessions are available for candidates from North East/hilly regions (147 cm) and Lakshadweep (150 cm).
• Chest (Male Candidates): Well-proportioned and developed chest. Minimum circumference of 77 cm with an expansion of at least 5 cm.
• Chest (Female Candidates): Well-proportioned chest wall with a minimum expansion range of 5 cm.
• Weight: Must be proportionate to height and age.
• Hearing: Normal hearing, able to hear a forced whisper from 6 meters with each ear.
• Dental: Healthy gums, a good set of teeth, and a minimum of 14 dental points.
• General Health: Candidates must be physically and mentally fit to perform duties in any climate and terrain. They should be free from any active or latent medical or surgical disabilities.
• Body Tattoo: Permanent body tattoos are generally not permitted, with exceptions for tattoos on inner forearms, back of the hand/palm, and traditional tribal tattoos, subject to approval. Offensive tattoos are strictly prohibited.

Pay Scale and Benefits for Agniveer Vayu

Agniveers will receive a competitive salary package during their 4-year service:

Upon completion of 4 years, Agniveers will receive approximately Rs 10.04 lakhs as a Seva Nidhi package, including accrued interest. They will also be covered under a life insurance policy of Rs 48 lakhs.

Examination Fee

The examination fee for the online application is Rs. 550/- plus GST. Payment can be made via Debit/Credit Cards, Internet Banking, or Challan at any Axis Bank Branch.

How to Apply for Indian Air Force Agniveer Vayu Recruitment

Interested candidates can apply online by following these steps:

1. Visit the official IAF Agniveer Vayu online application portal.
2. Register as a 'New User' by clicking on 'New User? Register'.
3. After registration, log in to the portal.
4. Fill in all personal and educational details accurately.
5. Upload necessary documents as per the specifications.
6. Pay the examination fee through the available payment gateways.
7. Review and submit the application form.
8. Take a printout of the submitted application form for future reference.

Indian Air Force Agniveer Vayu Exam Pattern

The selection process involves an Online Test, Physical Fitness Test (PFT), and Adaptability Test-II.

Online Test Details:

• Type: Objective type questions.
• Language: Bilingual (English & Hindi), except for the English paper.
• Marking: +1 mark for each correct answer; -0.25 marks for each incorrect answer.

Exam Pattern for Science Subjects:

• Duration: 60 Minutes
• Syllabus: English, Physics, and Mathematics (as per 10+2 CBSE syllabus).

Exam Pattern for Other Than Science Subjects:

• Duration: 45 Minutes
• Syllabus: English (as per 10+2 CBSE syllabus) and Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA).

Exam Pattern for Both Science Subjects & Other Than Science Subjects:

• Duration: 85 Minutes
• Syllabus: Physics, Mathematics, English (as per 10+2 CBSE syllabus), and Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA).

Physical Fitness Test (PFT)

Candidates who qualify the online test will be called for the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) and Adaptability Test-II.

PFT-I:

• 1.6 Kms Run: Candidates must complete the run within the specified timings:
  • Male Candidates: Within 07 minutes
  • Female Candidates: Within 08 minutes

PFT-II:

After a 10-minute recuperation period post PFT-I, candidates will undergo PFT-II. The exercises and time periods are as follows:

• Male Candidates: 10 Push-ups (01 min), 10 Sit-ups (01 min), 20 Squats (01 min).
• Female Candidates: 10 Sit-ups (01 min 30 sec), 15 Squats (01 min).

Candidates are advised to bring sports shoes and shorts/track pants for the PFT.

Recommended Guidebooks for Agniveer Vayu Exam

To prepare effectively for the Agniveer Vayu exam, consider using specialized guidebooks:

• For Science Subjects: [Link to Science Subjects Guidebook]
• For Other Than Science Subjects: [Link to Other Than Science Subjects Guidebook]

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What is the starting date to apply online? The application starts on 11th July 2025.
• What is the last date to apply online? The last date for applications is 31st July 2025.
• What is the age limit for Agniveer Vayu recruitment? The age limit is between 17.5 years and 21 years.