How Much Salary Do Agniveers Get in the Air Force? Here’s the Full Breakdown
Under the Agnipath recruitment scheme, young recruits — called Agniveers — serve in the indian air Force (IAF) on a four‑year contract basis. Their pay structure is fixed and increases each year, along with other benefits and allowances.💰 Monthly Salary Structure (IAF Agniveer)Agniveers receive a monthly customised salary package that rises annually during the four‑year tenure. The salary is divided into in‑hand pay and a corpus contribution that is saved toward their end‑of‑service benefits:YearCustomised PackageIn‑hand Salary (Approx)Contribution to Corpus FundGovt. Contribution1st Year₹30,000₹21,000₹9,000₹9,0002nd Year₹33,000₹23,100₹9,900₹9,9003rd Year₹36,500₹25,580₹10,950₹10,9504th Year₹40,000₹28,000₹12,000₹12,000(Figures are approximate monthly values under the Agnipath scheme.)
➡️ Total customized package: ₹30,000–₹40,000 per month across four years.
➡️ Seva nidhi exit benefit: Around ₹10 lakh (plus earned interest) at the end of service.
➡️ Benefits: Allowances, medical care, insurance, leave, and other perks linked to air Force service.🧠 What It MeansThe Agniveer salary is structured to provide steady monthly pay with annual increments, while also building a significant savings corpus for young recruits by the time they complete their four‑year engagement. The scheme aims to combine financial support during service with future financial security as Agniveers transition out of the air Force. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.
- In‑hand salary — the amount Agniveers actually receive each month — is generally around ₹21,000 in the first year and rises to about ₹28,000 by the fourth year.
- The other portion of the salary goes into the Agniveer Corpus Fund, which is matched by an equal contribution from the government of India.
- Risk and hardship allowances (as applicable in the air Force).
- Dress and travel allowances.
- Medical facilities at service hospitals during tenure.
- CSD (Canteen Store Department) benefits for purchases.
- Annual leave of up to 30 days and sick leave based on medical advice.
- Non‑contributory life insurance cover of ₹48 lakh for the duration of service.
➡️ Total customized package: ₹30,000–₹40,000 per month across four years.
➡️ Seva nidhi exit benefit: Around ₹10 lakh (plus earned interest) at the end of service.
➡️ Benefits: Allowances, medical care, insurance, leave, and other perks linked to air Force service.🧠 What It MeansThe Agniveer salary is structured to provide steady monthly pay with annual increments, while also building a significant savings corpus for young recruits by the time they complete their four‑year engagement. The scheme aims to combine financial support during service with future financial security as Agniveers transition out of the air Force. Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.