The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the Information Brochure for Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Intake 01/2027 under the Agnipath Scheme, inviting applications from eligible candidates for enrolment in the Hospitality and Housekeeping streams. This is an offline application drive – candidates must download the application form from the official IAF recruitment web portal, fill it manually, and send it by normal post or drop it in the designated drop box at one of more than 130 IAF stations and application centres across India. The last date for receipt of applications is 17 August 2026. Eligible candidates are unmarried males born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2009 who have passed Matriculation (Class 10) or equivalent and meet the prescribed medical standards. The engagement is for a fixed period of four years under the Air Force Act, 1950, with a starting monthly package of Rs. 30,000, rising to Rs. 40,000 in the fourth year.
Important Note: Four conditions specific to this recruitment are frequently overlooked and must be read before applying. First, only unmarried male candidates are eligible. Candidates must undertake not to marry during the four-year engagement period, and any Agniveervayu Non-Combatant who marries during service will be dismissed. Second, the number of vacancies is not specified in the Information Brochure; instead, locations list available streams, and some HQ WAC locations note that stream-specific vacancies will be updated later. Third, the application form must strictly follow the format available on the official web portal – applications in any other format are rejected. Fourth, this is a four-year contractual engagement with no pension, no gratuity, and no Ex-Servicemen status upon discharge. Up to 25% of each batch may be considered for permanent enrolment in the IAF as NC(E) after four years, but this is not a right and depends on performance and merit.
IAF Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Recruiting Organisation | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Scheme | Agnipath Scheme |
| Post | Agniveervayu Non-Combatant |
| Intake | 01/2027 |
| Streams | Hospitality, Housekeeping |
| Engagement Period | 4 years under the Air Force Act, 1950 |
| Eligible Candidates | Unmarried male candidates only |
| Date of Birth Range | 01 January 2005 to 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive) |
| Minimum Qualification | Matriculation (Class 10) or equivalent from a recognised Education Board |
| Number of Vacancies | Not specified in the brochure |
| Application Mode | Offline – by normal post or drop box |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 17 August 2026 |
| Starting Monthly Package | Rs. 30,000 (Year 1), rising to Rs. 40,000 (Year 4) |
| Terminal Benefit (Seva Nidhi) | Approximately Rs. 10.04 lakh on completion of 4 years |
| Life Insurance | Rs. 48 lakh non-contributory cover for the duration |
| Official Web Portal | iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Information Brochure Released | July 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application | 17 August 2026 |
| Written Test Date | Communicated via admit card |
| Enrolment / Joining | 2027 (Intake 01/2027) |
Eligibility Criteria
Age Limit
| Criterion | Date Range |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth (eligible window) | 01 January 2005 to 01 July 2009 (both inclusive) |
| Upper age at time of enrolment | Must not exceed 22 years on the date of enrolment |
Marital Status
Only unmarried male candidates are eligible. A mandatory undertaking not to marry during the four-year engagement must be signed. Marriage during the engagement period leads to dismissal from service. Only unmarried Agniveervayu Non-Combatant will be eligible for subsequent selection to the regular IAF cadre as NC(E).
Educational Qualification
Passed Matriculation / equivalent examination from an Education Board recognised by the Central Government, State Government, or Union Territory, as on the date of registration.
Mandatory Medical Standards
| Parameter | Standard |
|---|---|
| Height | Minimum 152 cm |
| Chest | Minimum expansion of 5 cm |
| Weight | Proportionate to height and age as per IAF norms |
| Visual Acuity | 6/36 in each eye, correctable to 6/9; colour vision CP-III; refractive error not exceeding +3.5D including astigmatism; PRK / LASIK not acceptable |
| Hearing | Normal – able to hear forced whisper from 6 metres with each ear separately |
| Dental | Healthy gums, good set of teeth, minimum 14 dental points; dental implants and fixed or removable orthodontic appliances lead to unfit status |
| General Health | Free from active / latent or acute / chronic medical or surgical disability, communicable disease, infection, or skin ailments; normal anatomy |
Medical fitness is conclusively determined by the Medical Board; the above are broad guidelines only.
Tattoo Policy
Permanent tattoos are permitted only on the inner forearm (elbow to wrist) or the back / reverse of the hand, or tribal tattoos as per custom and tradition. Offensive, obscene, indecent, sexist, or racist tattoos anywhere on the body result in rejection.
Streams and Job Profile
Hospitality Stream
Cooking, kitchen management, presentation of dishes, maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen, safe storage of food and other items, handling crockery / cutlery / refrigeration, laying tables and chairs, and serving food and water.
Housekeeping Stream
Cleaning floors, roads, rooms, bathrooms, commodes, and urinals; making brooms; cutting grass and hedges; ground levelling and digging trenches; watering gardens; washing utensils and clothes; filling and carrying water; handling office equipment; and at least one of hair cutting / dressing / shampooing, stitching or repair of leather items, washing and ironing clothes, or tailoring / pattern-cutting / garment alteration.
Salary and Benefits
Agniveer Monthly Package
| Year | Monthly Package (Rs.) | In Hand – 70% (Rs.) | Corpus Fund Contribution – 30% (Rs.) | GoI Matching Contribution (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 30,000 | 21,000 | 9,000 | 9,000 |
| Year 2 | 33,000 | 23,100 | 9,900 | 9,900 |
| Year 3 | 36,500 | 25,550 | 10,950 | 10,950 |
| Year 4 | 40,000 | 28,000 | 12,000 | 12,000 |
In addition: Risk and Hardship Allowance (where applicable in IAF), Dress Allowance, Travel Allowance, ration, clothing, accommodation and Leave Travel Concession (LTC) as per existing rules.
Seva Nidhi Package (Terminal Benefit on Completion of 4 Years)
- Individual’s corpus fund contribution: approximately Rs. 5.02 lakh
- GoI matching contribution: approximately Rs. 5.02 lakh
- Total approximate exit amount: Rs. 10.04 lakh (absolute amount, excluding interest)
No Provident Fund contribution required. No gratuity. No pension. No Ex-Servicemen status upon discharge.
Other Benefits
- Leave: 30 days annual leave per year; sick leave on medical advice
- Insurance: Non-contributory life insurance cover of Rs. 48 lakh for the full engagement period
- Medical: Medical facility at service hospitals and CSD provisions during engagement
- Skill Certificate: Detailed Agniveer Skill Certificate on completion of engagement
Selection Process
| Phase | Test | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Phase I | Written Test | General English (15 marks, minimum 5) and General Knowledge (15 marks, minimum 5); total 30 marks, minimum 15 (50% aggregate) to pass; conducted at the station where the application was submitted |
| Phase II | Physical Fitness Test (PFT) | Height check (minimum 152 cm); 1.6 km run within 7 minutes (altitude adjustment applicable); 10 push-ups within 1 minute; 10 sit-ups within 1 minute; 20 squats within 1 minute |
| Phase III | Stream Suitability Test (SST) | Qualifying; assessed on stream-specific practical skills (Hospitality or Housekeeping); unwillingness to perform any task disqualifies the candidate |
| Phase IV | Medical Examination | Full IAF medical as per prescribed standards; includes blood tests, urine analysis, biochemistry, chest X-ray, ECG and any additional investigation as required |
No TA / DA is payable at any stage. Candidates must make their own travel and accommodation arrangements for all phases.
Required Documents (At the Time of Written Test)
- Aadhaar card (candidates from J&K, Assam and Meghalaya may carry another valid photo ID if Aadhaar is unavailable)
- Character certificate from a Gazetted Officer / Panchayat Officer / School Principal / College Principal (not older than 6 months from the last date of application, with office seal)
- Original Class 10 / Matriculation passing certificate (or DigiLocker-verified printout; originals must follow within specified time)
- Original Class 10 marksheet
- Experience certificate, if any
How to Apply for IAF Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official IAF recruitment web portal – Click Here
- Download the Information Brochure – Click Here
- Download the Guidelines to Fill Application Forms – Click Here
- Download the blank application form from the “Application Forms” sub-tab on the official web portal.
- Fill the form manually as per the format. Applications not in the prescribed format will be rejected.
- Attach a recent passport-size colour photograph (not older than six months, front portrait, light background, no headgear except for Sikhs, holding a black slate with your name and the date the photo was taken written in white chalk in capital letters). Retain two identical copies.
- Attach the consent certificate – signed by parents / legal guardian if you are below 18 years; a self-consent certificate if you are 18 years or above.
- Attach a self-addressed envelope with a Rs. 10 stamp affixed.
- Send the completed application by normal post or drop it in the designated drop box at one of the IAF stations listed in the brochure for your chosen stream (Hospitality or Housekeeping). Select the location where you wish to appear for the written test.
- Ensure it reaches the address on or before 17 August 2026 as per the Employment News notification. Applications received after the due date will not be accepted.
Candidates must not submit multiple applications. Multiple applications result in full rejection of candidature.
Important Instructions
- Selection in the Indian Air Force is fair, transparent and merit-based. No bribe is required at any stage. Report any demand for payment to the nearest police station or IAF authorities.
- Mobile phones, smart watches and electronic gadgets are not permitted in the examination hall.
- Candidates should clear dental tartar, stains and ear wax before the medical examination, and should be prepared to stay four to five days (own arrangement) for the medical phase.
- Data entered in the application form is final; no changes are permitted later, and wrong entries disqualify the candidature.
- If there is any variation between the English and Hindi versions of the notification, the English version is authentic.
- The IAF follows a zero-tolerance policy on alcoholism and substance abuse. Use of narcotic drugs / psychotropic substances (NDPS Act 1985) is a rejection criterion and grounds for dismissal.
- The IAF reserves the right to cancel the selection process at any stage without assigning any reason.
- Up to 25% of each batch may be considered for regular enrolment as NC(E) after four years. This is not a right; it depends on performance and merit.
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Information Brochure PDF – Agniveervayu NC Intake 01/2027 | Click Here |
| Guidelines to Fill Application Forms | Click Here |
| Download Application Form – Official Web Portal | Click Here |
| IAF Recruitment Official Web Portal | Click Here |
IAF Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Recruitment 2026 – FAQs
Q1. What is IAF Agniveervayu Non-Combatant Intake 01/2027?
✅ It is a recruitment drive by the Indian Air Force under the Agnipath Scheme to enrol Agniveervayu Non-Combatant personnel for Intake 01/2027 in the Hospitality or Housekeeping stream, for a fixed engagement of four years.
Q2. What is the last date to apply?
✅ 17 August 2026, as stated in the Information Brochure and the Employment News notification. Applications must physically reach the chosen IAF station on or before this date.
Q3. Can female candidates apply?
✅ No. Only unmarried male candidates are eligible for Agniveervayu Non-Combatant recruitment.
Q4. What is the age limit?
✅ Candidates must be born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive). The upper age at the time of enrolment must not exceed 22 years.
Q5. What educational qualification is required?
✅ Passed Matriculation (Class 10) or equivalent from an Education Board recognised by the Central / State Government or a Union Territory.
Q6. What is the salary for Agniveervayu Non-Combatant?
✅ A monthly package of Rs. 30,000 in Year 1, rising to Rs. 40,000 in Year 4. Of this, 30% goes to the Agniveer Corpus Fund with a matching Government contribution, and 70% is paid in hand. On completion of four years, the total Seva Nidhi payout is approximately Rs. 10.04 lakh.
Q7. How do I apply – online or offline?
✅ Offline only. Download the prescribed application form from the official web portal at iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in, fill it manually, attach the required documents, and send it by normal post or drop box to the IAF station of your choice listed in the brochure.
Q8. What is the selection process?
✅ Four phases: Written Test (General English and GK, 30 marks, minimum 15 to pass) – Physical Fitness Test (height check, 1.6 km run, push-ups, sit-ups, squats) – Stream Suitability Test (practical skills assessment) – Medical Examination.
Q9. Will I get a permanent IAF job after four years?
✅ There is no guaranteed permanent job. Up to 25% of each batch may be considered for regular enrolment as NC(E) in the IAF after four years, based on performance and merit. Discharge at own request before completing four years is not permitted except in exceptional circumstances.
Q10. What is the Seva Nidhi package?
✅ On completing the four-year engagement, each Agniveervayu Non-Combatant receives an exit payment of approximately Rs. 10.04 lakh – comprising their own corpus fund contributions (approx. Rs. 5.02 lakh) plus a matching Government of India contribution (approx. Rs. 5.02 lakh). This is the absolute amount; interest accrued is additional.
Disclaimer
The information above is compiled from the Information Brochure for Agniveervayu Non-Combatant, Intake 01/2027, published by the Indian Air Force on the official IAF recruitment web portal at iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in. The number of vacancies is not specified in the brochure; stream-wise vacancy details for some locations are to be updated on the portal. Candidates are strongly advised to download and read the complete Information Brochure and the Guidelines to Fill Application Forms directly from iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in before applying. All links above lead only to the official IAF recruitment web portal.
