MTB – IAF Agniveer Vayu
Quick Info
- Employment Type
- Employment Type: Contract, Full Time
- Pay Scale
- Pay Scale: ₹30,000 - ₹40,000 per month
- Qualification
- Qualification: Candidates should have passed Intermediate/10+2/Equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics and English, or a three-year Diploma Course in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile/Computer Science/Instrumentation Technology/Information Technology), or a two-year Vocational course with non-vocational subjects Physics and Mathematics. Alternatively, candidates with Intermediate/10+2/Equivalent Examination in any stream/subjects or a two-year vocational course in any stream are also eligible. All qualifications require a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
- Experience Required
- Experience Required: Individual should have represented the country in Junior/Senior International competitions OR attained minimum fifth place in Junior National competitions representing State/UT in Senior National competitions or All India Inter University competitions or SAI (Khelo India National). For team events, represented State/UT in Junior/Senior National or All India Inter University Championship or SAI (Khelo India National). Specific criteria apply for Cricket, Shooting, and Chess disciplines.
- Age Limit
- Age Limit: Between 17 to 21 years
- Application Mode
- Application Mode: Online
- Deadline
- Deadline:
The Indian Air Force invites online applications from unmarried Indian male candidates for the Agniveervayu (Sports) Intake 02/2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. This recruitment drive offers a unique opportunity for outstanding sportsmen to experience military life for four years across various sports disciplines. Eligible candidates with specific educational qualifications and sports achievements can apply online for these prestigious government jobs.
- Indian Air Force (IAF) Agniveervayu (Sports) Recruitment 2026.
- Opportunity for unmarried Indian male sportsmen under Agnipath Scheme.
- Online applications accepted from 23 March to 29 March 2026.
- Recruitment trials for various sports disciplines from 08 April to 10 April 2026.
- Candidates with 10+2 or Diploma in Engineering qualifications are eligible.
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Additional Salary Information
Agniveervayu (Sports) will receive a customized package starting at ₹30,000/- per month in the first year, increasing to ₹40,000/- per month in the fourth year, along with Risk and Hardship allowances, Dress and Travel allowances. Perks like ration, clothing, accommodation, and Leave Travel Concession (LTC) are also provided. A 'SevaNidhi' package of approximately ₹10.04 Lakhs (excluding interest) will be given upon completion of four years of service.
Important Dates
Selection Process
Verification of Eligibility Documents
Physical Fitness Test (PFT) - 1.6 Km run, 10 Push-ups, 10 Sit-ups, 20 Squats
Sports Skill Trials in respective disciplines
Medical Examination
Appeal Medical Board (AMB) for medically unfit candidates
Application Fees
General/OBC/SC/ST/PwBD/Women: ₹100/- (plus taxes as applicable)
Reservation
Reservation and relaxation benefits will be provided as per the extant rules and policies of the Government of India for recruitment in the Indian Air Force. Specific details will be available in the official notification.
How to Apply
- Candidates must fill ONLINE Applications by logging on to https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in/casbspm.
- Ensure you have scanned and saved good quality pictures of Class 10th/Matriculation passing certificate, Intermediate/10+2 or equivalent mark sheet and passing certificate (or relevant Diploma/Vocational course mark sheets), a recent passport-size colour photograph (10KB-100KB) with name and date on a black slate, left-hand thumb impression image (10KB-100KB), candidate’s signature image (10KB-100KB), parent’s/guardian’s signature image (if below 18), and Sports Achievement Certificates (maximum five).
- Pay a registration fee of ₹100/- (plus taxes) using Debit Cards/Credit Cards/Internet Banking.
- Ensure you have an active E-mail ID and Mobile No. for successful online registration and future communications.
- Enter your AADHAAR number in the online application (exempt for J&K, Ladakh, Assam, Meghalaya if not having Aadhaar card).
Frequently Asked Questions
Candidates must be unmarried Indian males born between 02 July 2005 and 02 January 2009. Educational qualifications include 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and English, or a 3-year Engineering Diploma, or a 2-year Vocational course with Physics and Mathematics, or 10+2 in any stream, or a 2-year vocational course in any stream, all with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and English. Specific sports achievements are also required.
The selection process involves verification of eligibility documents, a Physical Fitness Test (PFT) including a 1.6 Km run, push-ups, sit-ups, and squats, followed by Sports Skill Trials in the respective disciplines. Recommended candidates will then undergo a Medical Examination.
Upon completion of four years, Agniveervayu (Sports) will be offered an opportunity to apply for enrolment in the regular cadre of the Indian Air Force as Airmen, based on organizational requirements and objective criteria, with up to 25% of each batch being enrolled. They will also receive a detailed Skill-Set certificate and a 'SevaNidhi' package.