The Indian Air Force (IAF) is conducting an Open Recruitment Rally for unmarried male and female candidates for the Agniveervayu (Other Than Science Subjects) role from 31 August to 07 September 2026. The rally will take place in Chumoukedima, Nagaland, and Sri Vijaya Puram, Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
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Indian Air Force Agniveervayu Recruitment Rally 2026 for Nagaland & Andaman Nicobar Islands – Overview
Organization
Indian Air Force (IAF)
Pay Scale / Salary
The remuneration for Agniveervayu candidates is structured over a four-year term. Starting from ₹30,000 in the first year, the monthly package increases annually, culminating in ₹40,000 by the fourth year. It is noteworthy that 70% of this amount is paid in hand, while a portion is contributed to the Agniveer Corpus Fund.
The upcoming Agniveervayu recruitment rally by the Indian Air Force is an excellent chance for unmarried candidates to join as Agniveervayu under Intake 01/2027. This recruitment will take place from 31 August to 07 September 2026 at two locations: Chumoukedima in Nagaland and Sri Vijaya Puram in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. Candidates should prepare for a walk-in rally, as there is no separate online application process. All interested candidates must ensure they meet the specified eligibility criteria.
Detail
Information
Organization
Indian Air Force (IAF)
Post
Agniveervayu (Other Than Science Subjects)
Intake
01/2027
Rally Period
31 August 2026 to 07 September 2026
Rally Venues
Chumoukedima (Nagaland); Sri Vijaya Puram (Andaman & Nicobar Islands)
Total Vacancies
Not specified in the official notification
Eligible Date of Birth
01 January 2005 to 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive)
Upper Age at Enrolment
22 years, if a candidate clears all stages of selection
Engagement Period
4 years, under Air Force Act 1950
Application Mode
Open Recruitment Rally (walk-in); no separate online application process is described in this notification
The recruitment rally will include a series of physical and written tests, ensuring candidates are evaluated thoroughly. For female candidates, the test dates are scheduled for 01–02 September 2026, with reporting on 01 September. Male candidates will have their tests on 04–05 September 2026, reporting on 04 September. Both groups will undergo Physical Fitness Tests, written assessments, adaptability assessments, and medical evaluations.
Category
Activities
Test Dates
Reporting Date
Districts Covered
Women
Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Written Test, Adaptability Test-I (AT-I), Adaptability Test-II (AT-II) & Medical Appointments
01–02 September 2026
01 September 2026
All districts of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura and Sikkim
Men
Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Written Test, Adaptability Test-I (AT-I), Adaptability Test-II (AT-II) & Medical Appointments
04–05 September 2026
04 September 2026
All districts of Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura and Sikkim
Recruitment Schedule for Andaman & Nicobar Islands
The recruitment tests for candidates in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands will take place shortly after the Nagaland events. Women candidates will report on 01 September 2026 for their tests on 01–02 September. Male candidates will report on 03 September for tests scheduled on 03–04 September, where they will also complete various physical and medical assessments.
Category
Activities
Test Dates
Reporting Date
Districts Covered
Women
Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Written Test, Adaptability Test-I (AT-I), Adaptability Test-II (AT-II) & Medical Appointments
01–02 September 2026
01 September 2026
All districts of the UT of Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Men
Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Written Test, Adaptability Test-I (AT-I), Adaptability Test-II (AT-II) & Medical Appointments
03–04 September 2026
03 September 2026
All districts of the UT of Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Physical Standards Required
Candidates need to meet specific physical standards to qualify for the Agniveervayu position. This includes a minimum height of 152 cm for both genders, with certain relaxations for female candidates from specific regions. Other considerations include weight proportional to height, chest measurements for males, normal hearing abilities, and visual acuity. Permanent tattoos are generally restricted unless they adhere to defined guidelines.
Parameter
Standard
Height
Minimum 152 cm for both male and female candidates. Female candidates of North-East/hilly Uttarakhand ethnicity: minimum 147 cm (with domicile certificate endorsement). Female candidates of Lakshadweep ethnicity: minimum 150 cm.
Weight
Proportionate to height and age as applicable for the Indian Air Force
Chest (Male)
Well proportioned and developed; minimum circumference 77 cm with minimum expansion of 5 cm
Chest (Female)
Well proportioned with minimum expansion range of 5 cm
Hearing
Normal hearing; able to hear forced whisper from 6 metres, each ear separately
Dental
Healthy gums, good set of teeth, minimum 14 dental points. Dental implants and fixed/removable orthodontic appliances are declared UNFIT.
Visual Acuity
6/12 each eye, correctable to 6/6 each eye
Refractive Error Limits
Hypermetropia +2.0D, Myopia -1D, including ± 0.50D Astigmatism
Colour Vision
CP-II
Body Tattoo
Permanent tattoos are not permitted, except on the inner forearm, dorsal hand, or as per tribal custom/tradition (subject to selection centre discretion). Offensive, obscene, indecent, sexist, or racist tattoos anywhere on the body are prohibited.
Salary Structure for Agniveervayu
The remuneration for Agniveervayu candidates is structured over a four-year term. Starting from ₹30,000 in the first year, the monthly package increases annually, culminating in ₹40,000 by the fourth year. It is noteworthy that 70% of this amount is paid in hand, while a portion is contributed to the Agniveer Corpus Fund.