Air Force Agniveer Vayu Recruitment 2025: Apply Online for 1/2026 Batch

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the Air Force Agniveer Notification 2025 for the Agniveer Vayu Intake 1/2026. Selected candidates will be enrolled in the IAF under the Air Force Act 1950 for a four-year service tenure. Unmarried male and female Indian citizens meeting the age criteria (upper limit of 23 years) are eligible to apply for this prestigious recruitment. The online application process for the Air Force Agniveer 2025 commenced on 7th January 2025 at https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in/. To learn more about the Agniveer Airforce Recruitment 2025 and exam details, please read through our comprehensive guide. 

Airforce Agniveer Notification 2025 Out

The Indian Air Force has published the detailed notification for the Air Force Agniveer Vayu Recruitment 2025 (Intake 1/2026) on its official portal, https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in/. Candidates interested in joining the service should carefully review the official recruitment notification provided via the PDF link below.

Airforce Agniveer Notification 2025 (Batch 1/2026) - Official PDF Download

Airforce Agniveer Vayu Recruitment 2025- Highlights

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is conducting the Agniveer Vayu Recruitment 2025 to fill 2,500 vacancies. Eligible candidates can submit their applications online through the official website at https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in/. Here is a brief overview of the key highlights for the Airforce Agniveer Vayu Exam 2025. 

Air Force Agniveer Recruitment 2025- Highlights
Conducting Body	Indian Air Force (IAF)
Area of Service	India Air Force
Batch	1/2026
Number of Vacancies	2500 (Expected)
Airforce Agniveer Registration Date 2025	7th to 27th January 2025
Time span	4 years
IAF Agniveer Age limit	up to 23 years
Indian Airforce Agniveer Salary	1st year- Rs. 30,000 per month  2nd year- Rs. 33,000 per month 3rd year- Rs. 36,500 per month 4th year- Rs. 40,000 per month
Eligibility	Unmarried male & female Indian Citizens
Selection Process	Written Test Stream Proficiency test Physical fitness test Medical Examination
Official website	https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in/

Agniveer Vayu Recruitment 2025- Important Dates

The Air Force Agniveer Notification 2025 includes the complete schedule for the upcoming recruitment drive. The online registration process is currently active at https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in/, and the deadline to submit application forms is 27th January 2025. The written examination is scheduled to begin on 22nd March 2025. Review the full exam calendar here. 

Air Force Agniveer Recruitment 2025- Important Dates
Events	Dates
Air Force Agniveer Notification 2025	18th December 2024
Air Force Agniveer Registration 2025	7th January 2025 (11 am)
Last Date to Submit Application Form	27th January 2025 (11:59 pm)
Airforce Agniveer Admit Card 2025	24 to 48 hours prior exam date
Airforce Agniveer Exam Date 2025	22nd March 2025 onwards

Airforce Agniveer Online Form 2025

The registration portal for the Airforce Agniveer Vayu Recruitment 2025 opened on 7th January 2025 at https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in/ for eligible unmarried male and female candidates. Interested applicants must submit their forms before the closing date of 27th January 2025. Please note that only online applications will be accepted.

Airforce Agniveer Online Application Form 2025 - Click Here to Apply

Steps to Apply for Agniveer Airforce Recruitment 2025

1. Visit the official website of the Air Force Agniveer at https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in/.
2. On the homepage, click on Air Force Agniveer Application Form for Vayu Intake 1/2026.
3.  To login fill in the required details such as Username/ Email ID and Password and start filling in the required details in the application form.
4. Attach the documents required and submit the application form.
5. Take the printout of the application form for future reference.

Army Agniveer Recruitment 2025 Application Fee

To apply for the Air Force Agniveer examination, candidates must pay a registration fee of Rs. 550/- plus applicable GST. Payment must be made online via a secure gateway using Debit Cards, Credit Cards, or Internet Banking. Be sure to retain a copy of the transaction receipt for your records. 

Army Agniveer Recruitment 2025 Application Fee
Category	Application FEE
All	Rs. 550/- plus GST

Agniveer Vayu Recruitment 2025 Eligibility

Candidates are required to strictly meet all eligibility criteria defined by the Indian Air Force for enrollment as Agniveers. The specific requirements for the 2025 recruitment cycle are detailed below. 

Agniveer Airforce Agniveer Marital Status

Only unmarried male and female Indian citizens are eligible to apply for the Airforce Recruitment 2025.

Agniveer Airforce Education Qualification

Science Subjects: Candidates must have passed 10+2/Intermediate or an equivalent examination with Physics, Mathematics, and English from a COBSE-recognized board, securing at least 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English. OR 

Candidates possessing a three-year Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Automobile, Computer Science, Instrumentation, or IT) from a government-recognized polytechnic institute, with at least 50% marks in aggregate and 50% in English, are also eligible. OR

 Candidates who have completed a two-year vocational course including non-vocational subjects like Physics and Maths from a state board/council (COBSE-listed) with 50% aggregate and 50% in English are eligible.

Other Than Science Subjects: Applicants must have passed 10+2/Intermediate or equivalent from a COBSE-listed board in any stream with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% in English. OR

 Candidates who have passed a two-year vocational course from a COBSE-recognized board with at least 50% marks in aggregate and 50% in English (or in their matriculation if English was not a subject in the vocational course) are eligible.

Airforce Agniveer Age Limit

1. To be eligible, candidates must have been born between 2nd January 2004 and 2nd July 2007, inclusive of both dates.

2. Upon clearing all selection stages, the upper age limit at the date of enrollment must not exceed 23 years.

Agniveer Vayu Physical Standard Test

The recruitment authority has established strict physical standards for all applicants. Candidates will undergo a Physical Standard Test (PST) covering height, weight, chest measurements, hearing, and dental health. Failure to meet these physical benchmarks will result in disqualification.

1. Height- For Male candidates, the minimum acceptable height is 152.5 cm. For Female candidates, the minimum acceptable height is 152 cm. For candidates belonging to the east or hilly regions of Uttarakhand, a lower minimum height of 147 cm will be accepted. In the case of candidates from Lakshadweep, the minimum height will be 150 cm.
2. Weight- Candidates' weight should be proportionate to height and age.
3. Chest- Minimum chest circumference should be 77 cm and the chest expansion should be atleast 05 cm (For Male candidates).
4. Hearing- The candidate should have normal hearing i.e. able to hear forced whisper from a distance of 6 meters by each ear separately.
5. Dental- Candidates should have healthy gums, a good set of teeth, and a minimum of 14 dental points.

Airforce Agniveer Recruitment 2025 Selection Process

The selection process for the Agniveer Airforce Recruitment 2025 consists of the following phases:

1. Written Exam
2. CASB (Central Airmen Selection Board) Test
3. Physical Efficiency Test (PET) & Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
4. Adaptability Test-I and Test-II
5. Medical Examination

Army Agniveer Vayu Physical Fitness Test (PFT)

Candidates who qualify for the written examination will proceed to the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) and the Adaptability Test-II. The PFT is divided into two segments: PFT-I and PFT-II. 

Max Time PeriodArmy Agniveer Vayu Physical Fitness Test (PFT - I)
Task	Male	Female
1.6 Km run	Within 07 minutes	Within 08 minutes

Army Agniveer Vayu Physical Fitness Test (PFT - II)
For Male Candidates
Task	Max period	Remarks
10 Push-ups	01 minute	Test will be conducted after 10 minutes break on completion of run
10 Sit-ups	01 minute	Test will be conducted after 02 minutes break on completion of 10 Push-ups
20 Squats	01 minute	Test will be conducted after 02 minutes break on completion of 10 Sit-ups
For Female Candidates
10 Sit-ups	01 minute	The test will be conducted after 10 minutes break on completion of run
15 Squats	01 minute	Test will be conducted after 02 minutes break on completion of 10 Sit-ups

Airforce Agniveer Salary 2025

The salary package for Agniveers serving a four-year term in the Indian Air Force is detailed in the table below. 

Particulars	1st Year	2nd Year	3rd Year	4th Year
Customised Package (Monthly)	Rs. 30000	Rs. 33000	Rs. 36500	Rs. 40000
In-Hand Salary (70%)	Rs. 21000	Rs. 23100	Rs. 25580	Rs. 28000
Contribution to Agniveer Corpus Fund (30%)	Rs. 9000	Rs. 9900	Rs. 10950	Rs. 12000
Contribution to corpus fund by GoI (30%)	Rs. 9000	Rs. 9900	Rs. 10950	Rs. 12000

Agniveers are not required to contribute to government provident funds and are not entitled to gratuity or pensionary benefits upon completion of their service. 

Check the Indian Airforce Agniveer Syllabus Here

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