Indian Air Force (IAF) Invites Application for Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Recruitment 2026

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification & Experience:Matriculation (10th) pass or equivalent from a recognised Education Board. No prior experience is required.
• Skills:Physical fitness, ability to perform hospitality/housekeeping tasks, basic communication skills.
• Age Limit:Candidates born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2009 (both days inclusive) are eligible. The upper age limit on the date of enrolment must not exceed 22 years.
• Salary (per month): Agniveer Package: 1st Year: ₹30,000, 2nd Year: ₹33,000, 3rd Year: ₹36,500, 4th Year: ₹40,000 (includes 30% contribution to Agniveer Corpus Fund).
• Selection Procedure:
• Phase I – Written Test: General English (15 marks) and General Knowledge (15 marks) at Class 10 level. Minimum 5 marks per subject and 15/30 overall to qualify.
• Phase II – Physical Fitness Test (PFT): Height check (min 152 cm) → 1.6 km run in 7 minutes → 10 push-ups, 10 sit-ups, 20 squats within stipulated time.
• Phase III – Stream Suitability Test (SST): Qualifying test assessing aptitude for Hospitality or Housekeeping stream.
• Phase IV – Medical Examination: As per IAF medical standards.
• Application Fee: No application fee is mentioned.

📝 How to Apply Step-by-Step

• Candidates who wish to apply for the IAF Agniveervayu Non-Combatant position must follow the offline application process below.
• Download the Form: Visit the official website iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in and navigate to the "Agniveervayu Non-Combatant" tab to download the blank application form and information brochure.
• Fill the Form: Fill the form in the prescribed format.
• Attach Documents: Attach the following: Class 10 mark sheet and certificate, recent passport-size photo (with name/date on a black slate), parental consent certificate (if under 18), self-addressed envelope with a ₹10 stamp affixed.
• Send Application: Send the duly filled application by normal post or drop it in the designated drop box at any of the notified IAF station addresses (over 130 locations listed in the brochure) matching your stream preference.
• Confirm Deadline: Ensure the application reaches on or before 17 August 2026.
• Important: Applications not in the prescribed format, received late, incomplete, or submitted multiple times will be rejected.

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📅 Important Dates

• Notification Release Date: As per brochure (July 2026) Last Date for Receipt of Application: 17 August 2026 Written Test: To be intimated via admit card Physical Fitness Test: Same day as written test (or next day)
• Official Notification (Information Brochure): Download Information Brochure (Please note that the direct PDF link may not work; candidates should visit the official IAF recruitment website to access it).
• Official Website: https://iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in

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Key Instructions for Candidates

• Eligibility: Ensure you meet all criteria (unmarried male, age, 10th pass) before applying.
• Application Mode: This is an offline application. Send it by post or drop it in the designated box at a chosen IAF station.
• Photograph: The photo must have your name and date written on a black slate in white chalk.
• Envelope: Include a self-addressed envelope with a ₹10 stamp for communication.
• Deadline: The last date is 17 August 2026. Ensure your application reaches on or before this date.
• Medical Fitness: Review the medical standards carefully. These are mandatory and will be strictly checked.
• Marital Status: You must remain unmarried during the 4-year engagement period.
• Official Updates: Regularly check the official IAF recruitment website for updates on the test schedule.