Indian Air Force Agniveer Vayu 2025 – Agnipath Scheme Applications Open

The Indian Air Force presents a life-changing opportunity for youth under the revolutionary Agnipath Scheme – join as an Agniveervayu and embark on a journey of valor, skill, and national service. Unmarried men and women are called to embark on an extraordinary 4-year journey of military service to the nation. Selected candidates will conquer intense training, forge unmatched skills, and could earn the prestigious opportunity to continue defending India’s skies as permanent IAF personnel.

Important Dates

Registration Period

• Starts: 11 July 2025
• Ends: 31 July 2025

Examination Schedule

• Phase-I Online Test: 25 September 2025 onwards
• Phase-II Physical Tests: To be announced

Result Declaration

• Provisional Select List: 15 May 2026
• Final Enrollment List: 1 June 2026

Application Fee

All candidates must pay ₹550 + GST as non-refundable examination fee through online payment modes like debit/credit cards or net banking.

Vacancy Details

• The Indian Air Force will determine exact vacancies based on organizational needs.
• Selection follows state-wise quotas with separate allocations for male and female candidates.

Eligibility Criteria

Age Requirements

• Birth Date Range: 2 July 2005 to 2 January 2009
• Maximum Age at Enrollment: 21 years

Marital Status

• Only unmarried candidates eligible
• Must undertake not to marry during 4-year service period
• Female candidates must declare not to get pregnant during service

Educational Qualifications

Science Stream Candidates

• 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and English (50% aggregate & 50% in English)
• OR 3-year engineering diploma (50% marks)
• OR 2-year vocational course with Physics & Maths (50% marks)

Non-Science Stream Candidates

•  10+2 qualification in any discipline with minimum 50% overall marks and 50% in English.
• OR 2-year vocational course (50% marks)

Physical Standards

Height Requirements

• Male: Minimum 152 cm
• Female: Minimum 152 cm (147 cm for North East/hilly areas, 150 cm for Lakshadweep candidates).

Medical Fitness

• Normal vision (correctable to 6/6)
• No history of LASIK/PRK surgery
• Good hearing and dental health
• No offensive tattoos

Salary and Benefits

Monthly Compensation

• 1st Year: ₹30,000
• 2nd Year: ₹33,000
• 3rd Year: ₹36,500
• 4th Year: ₹40,000

Additional Benefits

• Risk and hardship allowances
• Free ration and accommodation
• ₹48 lakh insurance cover
• ₹10.04 lakh Seva Nidhi package after 4 years

Selection Process

Phase 1: Online Examination

• Science Stream: Physics, Maths, English (60 minutes)
• Non-Science Stream: English, Reasoning, General Awareness (45 minutes)
• Negative Marking: 0.25 deduction per wrong answer

Phase 2: Physical Tests

• 1.6 km Run:
  • Men: Under 7 minutes
  • Women: Under 8 minutes
• Physical Drills: Push-ups, sit-ups, squats
• Adaptability Tests: Psychological evaluation

Phase 3: Medical Examination

• Comprehensive health checkup
• Appeal option for temporarily unfit candidates

How to Apply

1. Visit the official IAF recruitment portal
2. Complete online registration with personal/educational details
3. Upload required documents (photo, signature, certificates)
4. Pay ₹550 + GST application fee
5. Download and print admit card

Key Considerations

• Submit genuine domicile certificates
• Avoid multiple applications
• Electronic devices prohibited during exams
• Final selection based on merit and medical fitness

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