If you have been tracking Indian Air Force recruitment for Agniveervayu posts, the CASB has released the schedule for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027. This is a walk-in Open Recruitment Rally, not an online application – eligible unmarried candidates from specified North Eastern states, Uttarakhand hill regions and Andaman & Nicobar Islands must report in person with documents. One detail many candidates miss: the in-hand salary is only 70% of the monthly package, since 30% is compulsorily deducted into the Agniveer Corpus Fund with matching government contribution.

Based on official notification by Indian Air Force CASB. Verified: July 2026.

Quick Eligibility Check

Domicile is checked strictly against matriculation certificate details, so candidates should verify their Domicile Certificate matches before travelling to the rally venue.

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Important Dates

Since this is a walk-in rally with a fixed 10 AM cut-off on each reporting date, arriving late even due to train or flight delays leads to automatic rejection – candidates should reach the venue city at least a day early.

Vacancy and Category Analysis

Category-wise breakdown not released in official notification. Based on standard GoI norms OBC/SC/ST reservations typically apply. Monitor official notice. Expected competition level is HIGH given the limited domicile-restricted candidate pool competing for state-wise vacancies. Selection depends on state-wise cut-off marks and state-wise vacancy availability rather than an all-India merit list, so candidates from smaller states/UTs like the A&N Islands may face different competition levels than the larger North Eastern states.

Salary and In-Hand Calculation

Only 70% of the monthly package is paid as in-hand salary; the remaining 30% goes into the Agniveer Corpus Fund, matched equally by the Government of India. Agniveervayu are not required to contribute to any Provident Fund separately. Beyond salary, candidates get a non-contributory Life Insurance cover of ₹48 lakhs, 30 days annual leave, CSD canteen facility and free medical treatment at service hospitals during the four-year engagement. On completion of four years, the total Corpus Fund accumulation of both contributions comes to approximately ₹10.04 lakhs as the Seva Nidhi package, though no gratuity or pension is admissible since Agniveervayu are not covered under Pension Regulations.

Application Fee

Not mentioned in official notification. Candidates advised to check official notice. Since this is a walk-in rally rather than an online form, no fee payment gateway is involved at the application stage.

Age Limit

For example, a candidate born on 15 Mar 2007 will be 19 years 5 months on the 07 Sep 2026 reporting date, comfortably within the eligible DOB block. Standard GoI relaxation of OBC 3 years, SC/ST 5 years and PwD 10 years does not apply here since this specific notification uses a fixed DOB block rather than an age-limit format.

Eligibility Criteria

A common mistake is rounding aggregate percentage – the notification clearly states 49.99% is treated as 49%, never rounded to 50%. Final year students are not eligible; only candidates who have already passed the qualifying examination can appear. Equivalent qualifications are accepted only if the issuing board is recognised by a Central/State/UT government as on the rally date.

Selection Process

Physical Fitness Test

Candidates must complete a 1.6 km run within 7 minutes (male) or 8 minutes (female), followed by push-ups, sit-ups and squats within fixed time limits. This stage is qualifying only. Practice running and bodyweight exercises daily for at least three weeks before the rally date.

Written Test

A 45-minute bilingual objective test covering English (20 questions) and Reasoning & General Awareness (30 questions), with 0.25 negative marking per wrong answer. Candidates must qualify each paper separately. Focus revision on 10+2 CBSE-level English grammar and current affairs.

Adaptability Test I and II

These assess suitability for military life and adjustment to Air Force culture through objective and situational evaluation. They are qualifying stages conducted on the same or following day.

Medical Examination

Conducted at Jorhat or Sri Vijaya Puram Medical Boarding Centres against Defence Forces medical standards, which can differ from civil standards.

Your first 7 days after this notification:

1. Verify your domicile certificate matches your matriculation certificate name spelling exactly
2. Book train/flight tickets to reach Chumoukedima or Sri Vijaya Puram at least one day before your reporting date
3. Get your passport photographs taken with a black slate as specified in Para 12.2
4. Begin daily 1.6 km run practice to meet the 7/8 minute qualifying time
5. Collect DigiLocker verified printouts of your 10th and 12th certificates

Exam Syllabus

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How to Apply

1. Check domicile eligibility for Chumoukedima or Sri Vijaya Puram rally as per your state/UT
2. Confirm your DOB falls between 01 Jan 2005 and 01 Jul 2009
3. Prepare Domicile Certificate and match name with matriculation record
4. Arrange ten un-attested passport photographs as specified
5. Collect original and 4 self-attested photocopies of 10th and 12+2 certificates
6. Fill and carry the Consent Form for Physical Fitness and Medical Tests
7. Travel to the rally venue to reach before the 10 AM cut-off on your reporting date
8. Report with all original documents for on-spot verification before the Physical Fitness Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approximate in-hand salary for IAF Agniveervayu after deductions?

Approximately ₹21,000 per month in the first year, since only 70% of the ₹30,000 package is paid as in-hand salary. The remaining 30% goes into the Agniveer Corpus Fund with equal government matching. This rises to around ₹28,000 in-hand by the fourth year.

How do I apply and what is the last date to report?

Based on the notification, this is a walk-in Open Recruitment Rally with no online application – candidates report directly at the venue between 31 Aug and 07 Sep 2026 as per their category and gender schedule. Reporting after 10 AM cut-off on the scheduled date leads to rejection. Reach the venue city a day early to avoid travel delays.

How many vacancies are there for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027?

Category-wise vacancy numbers are not released in this notification. As per the notification, state-wise vacancies will be considered while preparing the Provisional Select List. Check the CASB portal for updates closer to the PSL date.

What is the minimum educational qualification required?

Candidates with questions on eligibility should note 10+2/Intermediate with 50% aggregate and 50% in English, or an equivalent vocational/diploma course, is required. Rounding of marks is not permitted – 49.99% counts as 49%. Verify your marksheet percentage before applying.

What is the age limit for this rally?

Under the notification’s DOB block, candidates born between 01 Jan 2005 and 01 Jul 2009 are eligible, with an upper age limit of 22 years at the time of enrolment. No separate category-wise age relaxation is mentioned since this is a fixed DOB block format.

Can final year students apply for this rally?

Candidates with results still pending are not eligible for this rally. Only those who have already passed their qualifying 10+2, vocational or diploma examination can appear. This is stated clearly in the eligibility conditions of the notification.

Is there any negative marking in the written test?

According to the notification, 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer or multiple-choice selection, while unattempted questions carry zero marks. Candidates must qualify English and Reasoning & General Awareness papers separately. Time management across both sections is important given the 45-minute duration.

Is a body tattoo allowed for Agniveervayu candidates?

As per the notification, permanent tattoos are allowed only on the inner forearm and back of the hand, with Tribal candidates getting some customary exemptions. Offensive, obscene or racist tattoos anywhere on the body are disqualifying. Candidates with tattoos must carry postcard-size photographs showing size and location.