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IAF Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Recruitment 2026 — Apply Offline for Intake 01/2027

Advt No: Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Intake 01/2027

The online application window closed on 17 August 2026.

This recruitment has progressed to the examination and preparation phase. Explore the official exam pattern, syllabus, and practice papers below.

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Total Vacancies

0 Posts

Eligibility

TENTH PASS

Salary Range

30,000 - ₹40,000

Last Date to Apply

17 August 2026

About this Recruitment

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has announced the recruitment of Agniveervayu Non-Combatants for Intake 01/2027 under the Agnipath Scheme. Unmarried Indian male citizens who have passed Matriculation (10th Standard) and are born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2009 are eligible to apply in Hospitality and Housekeeping streams. Filled application forms along with self-attested copies of certificates must be submitted offline via Ordinary Post or dropped into the designated Drop Box at specified Air Force Stations by 17 August 2026.

✨ Copilot Highlights

  • Indian Air Force (IAF) Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Intake 01/2027 notification released.
  • Open for Unmarried Male Indian candidates with 10th (Matriculation) pass qualification.
  • Opportunities in Hospitality (Cook/Mess) and Housekeeping (Safaiwala/Sanitation) streams.
  • Monthly customized package ₹30,000 (1st year) to ₹40,000 (4th year) plus Seva Nidhi corpus ₹10.04 Lakh.
  • Offline applications via Ordinary Post / Drop Box accepted until 17 August 2026.

Important Dates

1

Notification Released

31 July 2026

2

Application Start Date

31 July 2026

3

Last Date to Apply

17 August 2026

Vacancy Breakdown

Post NameVacanciesEligibility
Agniveervayu (Non-Combatant) - Hospitality Stream (Cook & Mess Management)0 TENTH PASS
Agniveervayu (Non-Combatant) - Housekeeping Stream (Safaiwala & Sanitation)0 TENTH PASS

Age Limit & Eligibility

Minimum Age

17 Years

Maximum Age

21 Years

* Age calculated as on 17 August 2026

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Select your DOB and category (Calculated as on 17 August 2026)

Educational Eligibility: TENTH PASS
Compensation & 7th CPC Structure

Pay Scale & In-Hand Salary Structure

Pay Level / Grade: Monthly customized package: 1st Year ₹30,000/month (In-hand ₹21,000), 2nd Year ₹33,000/month (In-hand ₹23,100), 3rd Year ₹36,500/month (In-hand ₹25,550), 4th Year ₹40,000/month (In-hand ₹28,000) + Risk/Hardship Allowances + One-time ₹10.04 Lakh Seva Nidhi Package upon 4-year completion.

Official Pay Scale

₹30,000 - ₹40,000

Monthly Allowances & Earnings
Basic Pay30,000
Dearness Allowance (DA)50% of Basic Pay (₹15,000)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)₹2,700 - ₹8,100 (9% - 27% by City Tier X/Y/Z)
Transport Allowance (TA)₹2,700 + DA
Other AllowancesMedical & Special Allowances (as applicable)
Standard Deductions
NPS (10%) / PF / HealthNPS (10%), Health & Insurance (~₹5,000 - ₹6,000)
Gross Salary₹50,400 - ₹57,300 / month

Estimated In-Hand Salary

₹44,400 - ₹52,300 / month

Scheme of Examination

Exam Pattern & Detailed Syllabus

Download Official Syllabus PDF

Stage 1: Written / Computer Based Test (CBT / OMR)

Exam Mode: Computer Based Objective Multiple Choice Test

90 Minutes
Total Marks: 100
Negative Marking: 0.25 or 0.33 marks deducted per incorrect answer (as per notice)
Subject / SectionNo. of QuestionsMax Marks
General Intelligence & Reasoning2525
General Awareness & Current Affairs2525
Quantitative Aptitude / Numerical Ability2525
English / Hindi Comprehension / Domain Subject2525

Key Subject-Wise Syllabus Topics

General Awareness & Static GK

Indian Polity & ConstitutionHistory & CultureGeography & EnvironmentGeneral Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology)National & International Current Affairs

General Intelligence & Reasoning

AnalogiesClassificationSeries CompletionCoding-DecodingBlood RelationsDirection SenseNon-Verbal Reasoning

Quantitative Aptitude

Number SystemPercentage & AverageRatio & ProportionProfit & LossSimple & Compound InterestTime, Speed & DistanceMensuration
Application Guide

How to Apply Online: Step-by-Step Guide

Keep all required documents, scanned photograph, and signature ready before starting the form.

1

Visit the official recruitment portal: https://iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in

2

Carefully read the official notification PDF (Advt No: Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Intake 01/2027) to confirm eligibility criteria.

3

Complete One-Time Registration (OTR) or new user registration on the official portal.

4

Fill in personal details, educational qualifications, and category reservation details accurately.

5

Upload scanned passport-sized photograph (20-50 KB) and signature (10-20 KB) in the prescribed format.

6

Pay the applicable application fee online and download/print the final confirmation page for future reference.

Documents Required & Upload Specifications

Recent Passport Size Color Photograph

20 KB to 50 KB, JPG/JPEG format, white/light background, taken within 3 months

Scanned Candidate Signature

10 KB to 20 KB, JPG/JPEG format, black/blue ink on white paper

Educational Qualification Certificates & Marksheets

100 KB to 300 KB, clearly readable PDF/JPG format

Category / EWS / Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

100 KB to 300 KB, valid PDF format issued by competent authority

Physical Standards & Efficiency

Physical Standard Test (PST) & Physical Efficiency Test (PET)

Mandatory physical measurements and endurance criteria as prescribed in the official notification.

Category & GenderHeight (Min)Chest (Min / Exp)Running / RaceOther Events
Male (General / OBC / SC)
168 cm (Relaxation applicable for reserved categories)
81 cm - 86 cm (Minimum 5 cm expansion)
5 km in 24 minutes / 1.6 km in 6.5 minutes
Long Jump: 12 Feet, High Jump: 3.5 Feet (if applicable)
Male (ST Category)
160 cm
77 cm - 82 cm (5 cm expansion)
5 km in 24 minutes / 1.6 km in 6.5 minutes
Long Jump: 12 Feet, High Jump: 3.5 Feet (if applicable)
Female (All Categories)
152 cm - 157 cm
Not Applicable
1.6 km in 8.5 minutes / 800 meters in 4 minutes
Long Jump: 9 Feet, High Jump: 3 Feet (if applicable)

Application Fee

All Candidates (Unreserved / OBC / SC / ST / EWS)Free

Payment Modes: Nil (No Application Fee)

Selection Process

1
Stage 1: Written Examination (20 Marks / 30 Minutes: General English 10 Marks + General Knowledge 10 Marks with min 50% qualifying cut-off)
2
Stage 2: Physical Fitness Test (PFT-1: 1.6 Km Run in 7 Minutes; PFT-2: 10 Push-ups, 10 Sit-ups, 20 Squats within specified time limits)
3
Stage 3: Stream Proficiency Test (SPT - Practical skill assessment in Cooking/Hospitality or Housekeeping/Sanitation for 30 Marks, min 15 Marks to qualify)
4
Stage 4: Mandatory Medical Examination by IAF Medical Board at Designated Air Force Hospital & Final All India Merit List Publication

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the eligibility and marital status for IAF Agniveervayu Non-Combatant?

Only Unmarried Indian male candidates who have passed Matriculation (10th Standard) or equivalent examination from a recognized education board are eligible.

What are the two streams available in Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Intake 01/2027?

The two streams are: (1) Hospitality Stream (cooking, catering, kitchen handling, table service), and (2) Housekeeping Stream (cleaning, sanitation, maintenance of premises).

How to submit the offline application form for IAF Agniveervayu Non-Combatant?

Download the prescribed application format from iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in, attach self-attested 10th certificate, character certificate, passport-size photographs, and submit via Normal Post or Drop Box at your preferred Air Force Station before 17 August 2026.

What is the age limit and date of birth criteria?

Candidates must be born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive). The upper age limit on the date of enrollment is 21 years.

What is the salary and Seva Nidhi package under the Agnipath scheme?

Agniveers receive ₹30,000 in Year 1, ₹33,000 in Year 2, ₹36,500 in Year 3, and ₹40,000 in Year 4. On completing 4 years, a tax-free Seva Nidhi package of ₹10.04 Lakh is paid.

What is the selection process for IAF Agniveer Non-Combatant?

Selection consists of a Written Test (20 marks: English & GK), Physical Fitness Test (1.6 km run in 7 mins, push-ups, sit-ups, squats), Stream Proficiency Test (30 marks practical test), and Medical Examination.

Is there any application fee for applying to IAF Agniveer Non-Combatant?

No, application is 100% free (₹0) for all candidates across all categories.

What are the physical standards and fitness test requirements?

Minimum height is 152.5 cm, proportionate chest with minimum 5 cm expansion, normal hearing and visual acuity (6/12 each eye, correctable to 6/6), and passing the 1.6 km run in 7 minutes.

Salary Range

30,000 - ₹40,000

Total Vacancies

0 Posts

Last Date to Apply

17 August 2026

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