The Indian air Force (IAF) has announced the Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027 recruitment under the Agnipath Scheme for 2026 – 27. This defence recruitment invites young, motivated unmarried indian candidates to serve as Agniveer Vayu on a four‑year short‑term engagement in the air Force.

The online application window was active from 12 January to 1 February 2026, after which the window for this intake closed on 8 February 2026.

📅 Application Timeline & Important Dates

Here are the key events candidates must note for the Agniveer Vayu recruitment cycle:

🗓️ Important Dates

• Notification Released: 12 January 2026
• Online Registration Period: 12 January – 1 February 2026
• Application Window Extended Till: 8 February 2026
• Online Exam Dates: 30 & 31 March 2026 (tentative)

Prospective applicants were advised to complete registration, pay the application fee, and submit forms well before deadlines.

🧍 Who Can Apply: Eligibility Criteria

The Agniveer Vayu recruitment 2026 sets eligibility norms to ensure candidates are fit for air Force service.

🎓 Educational Qualifications

• Science stream candidates: 10+2 (Intermediate) with Physics, Mathematics and English, with at least 50 % marks.
• Non‑science candidates: 10+2 pass with minimum 50 % aggregate and English.
• Diploma or vocational holders with relevant subjects may also qualify, subject to official notification criteria.

📏 Age Limit

• Applicants should be between 17½ and 21 years old as per the specified birth dates (born between 1 January 2006 and 1 July 2009 for this intake).

💰 Application Fee

• ₹550 + 18 % GST for all categories — payable online at the time of registration.

🪖 What the Role Involves: Agniveer Vayu Position

Agniveer Vayu positions are part of the Agnipath scheme, a short‑term military engagement designed to induct youth into the indian air Force for a four‑year term of service where they receive training, experience and benefits during service.

Selected candidates undergo rigorous training and serve in various operational or support roles according to operational requirements and eligibility streams (science and non‑science).

📊 Selection Process: Steps to Join

The recruitment involves multiple stages designed to test knowledge, fitness and suitability for service:

Online Written Examination: Computer‑based test on general awareness, English, reasoning and (for science stream) maths/physics.

Physical Fitness Test (PFT): Assessing endurance and basic military fitness standards.

Adaptability / Medical Tests: Including medical and adaptability assessments.

Final Merit List: Based on combined scores and test performances.

Candidates are ranked and selected based on overall performance across these phases.

💰 Pay, Benefits & service Terms

Under the Agnipath scheme, selected Agniveer Vayu personnel receive structured remuneration and benefits:

💵 Salary Structure (Indicative)

• 1st Year: ~₹30,000/month (~₹21,000 in‑hand after corpus deduction)
• 2nd Year: ~₹33,000/month
• 3rd Year: ~₹36,500/month
• 4th Year: ~₹40,000/month

A Seva Nidhi retirement benefit (lump‑sum corpus return with interest) is provided after completion of service, along with additional allowances like risk & hardship pay, uniforms, rations, accommodation support and life insurance.

📌 Where to Apply & Official Source

Candidates had to apply online via the official Agnipath Vayu portal (agnipathvayu.cdac.in) during the open registration period.

For future notices and updates (like admit card release and exam results), aspirants are advised to regularly check the official website and notifications.

📝 Summary: Key Takeaways

• Recruitment for Agniveer Vayu (01/2027 intake) went live in Jan‑Feb 2026 under the Agnipath scheme.
• Online applications closed by 8 Feb 2026.
• Positions are open to eligible 12th‑pass, diploma and vocational candidates within the specified age range.
• Selection follows written test, physical fitness and medical stages, leading to a four‑year service term with competitive salary and benefits.

 

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