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IAF Agniveer Vayu Group X/Y 2026

Indian Air Force / Agnipath Scheme

Mode

Online

Level

12th Pass

Vacancies

3,000+

Fee

₹250

Key dates

Notification

Oct 2025

Application Last Date

Dec 2025

Phase-1 Online STAR Exam

Mar 2026

Phase-2 AFSB

May–Jun 2026

Enrolment

Sep 2026

Eligibility

  • Group X (Technical trades): Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, minimum 50% aggregate marks
  • Group Y (Non-Technical trades): Class 12 in any stream with minimum 50% aggregate marks
  • Age: 17.5 to 23 years at the time of enrollment
  • Unmarried Indian nationals only
  • Medically fit as per Indian Air Force standards

Syllabus

  • English Language and Comprehension
  • Physics (Group X only)
  • Mathematics (Group X only)
  • Reasoning and Logical Ability (RAGA)
  • General Awareness and Current Affairs (RAGA)

Exam Pattern

  • Phase-1: Online STAR (Short Term Airmen Recruitment) exam — Group X: English + Physics + Maths + RAGA; Group Y: English + RAGA
  • Phase-2: AFSB (Air Force Selection Board) — Physical Fitness Test, Adaptability Test 1 and 2, Medical Examination
  • Group X: 70 questions (70 marks, 60 minutes); Group Y: 50 questions (50 marks, 45 minutes)
  • No negative marking in Phase-1 STAR exam
  • Final selection based on Phase-1 merit and Phase-2 clearance

Exam overview

IAF Agniveer Vayu Group X/Y 2026 recruits airmen for the Indian Air Force under the Agnipath Scheme in technical (Group X) and non-technical (Group Y) trades. Group X covers technical trades like Aviation Electronics Fitter, Mechanical Fitter, and Aeronautical trade assistants. Group Y covers ITI, Police, Education Instructor, Automobile, Logistics, and other non-technical trades. Candidates can apply for both groups simultaneously if eligible.

Group X aspirants must master Physics and Mathematics at Class 12 level alongside English and RAGA (Reasoning and General Awareness). Group Y candidates focus on English and RAGA. The Phase-2 AFSB tests physical fitness and psychological adaptability. After the 4-year Agniveer Vayu tenure, 25% are retained as permanent IAF airmen; others receive Rs. 11.71 lakh Seva Nidhi, and many pursue NDA/CDS or CAPF entries with the experience gained.

Preparation tip

Start with the syllabus topics listed above, then practice timed mock tests and revise previous year questions weekly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the eligibility for IAF Agniveer Vayu Group X and Y 2026?▼
For Group X (Technical): Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics scoring minimum 50% aggregate. For Group Y (Non-Technical): Class 12 in any stream with minimum 50% aggregate. Age limit is 17.5 to 23 years for both groups. Candidates can apply for both groups simultaneously if they meet Group X eligibility.
What is the salary for IAF Agniveer Vayu?▼
Agniveer Vayu salary starts at Rs. 30,000/month in Year 1 (Rs. 21,000 in-hand + Rs. 9,000 Seva Nidhi) and increases to Rs. 40,000/month in Year 4. Upon completing 4 years, Agniveers receive Rs. 11.71 lakh Seva Nidhi corpus tax-free. During training, free accommodation and food are provided.
What is the IAF Agniveer Vayu exam pattern?▼
Phase-1 is the online STAR exam: Group X has 70 questions (English, Physics, Maths, RAGA) in 60 minutes; Group Y has 50 questions (English, RAGA) in 45 minutes. No negative marking applies. Phase-2 (AFSB) includes Physical Fitness Test and two Adaptability Tests assessing psychological fitness for Air Force service.
What is the difference between Group X and Group Y in IAF Agniveer?▼
Group X is for technical trades (Aviation Electronics, Mechanical, Aeronautical) and requires Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics. Group Y is for non-technical trades (Education, Logistics, Police, Automobile) and accepts any stream in Class 12. Group X has slightly higher academic requirements but leads to more technical IAF roles.
What is the IAF Agniveer Vayu 2026 notification date?▼
The IAF Agniveer Vayu 2026 notification is expected in October 2025 with applications closing by December 2025. Phase-1 online STAR exam is scheduled for March 2026. Candidates should regularly check the official Indian Air Force recruitment portal at agnipathvayu.cdac.in for notification updates.