How to Apply for Agniveer Vayu Air Force 2026

About This Guide

Agniveer Vayu (Air Force) under Agnipath Scheme - 4-year tenure with Indian Air Force. ~3,000-5,000 vacancies. Two phases: Online Test + Adaptability Test + PFT + Medical + DV. 12th pass. Age 17.5-21. Pay ₹30K (Y1) to ₹40K (Y4). 25% retained for permanent IAF post-Agniveer.

Eligibility Criteria

• Indian unmarried male/female
• 12th passed (PCM 50% or English 50%)
• Age 17.5-21
• Indian citizen
• Medical fitness Class A1
• Vision 6/9 each eye (correctable to 6/6)

Documents Required

Keep these documents ready before starting application. Missing documents = delayed approval.

• 10th, 12th certificates
• Aadhaar
• Domicile
• Caste certificate
• Photos
• Signature
• Sports certificates
• NCC certificate (5% bonus)

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these steps in order. Each step is critical - skip none.

Key Benefits

• IAF career opportunity
• Pay ₹30K-40K (Y1-Y4)
• Allowances 50%+
• Total CTC ~₹50K-65K
• Risk allowance
• Free meals + uniform
• 25% retained for permanent
• Lifelong learning
• Civil career boost post-tenure
• ₹11.71 lakh seva nidhi at end of 4 years

What Happens After Application?

Online (Apr-May). Adaptability + PFT (Jun). Medical + DV (Aug). Training (Oct) - 12 weeks at Air Force station.

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