Indian Air Force opens online registration for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027

What happened: The Indian Air Force has opened online registration for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027 starting January 12, 2026.

Why it matters now: This is a time-bound national recruitment window under the Agnipath scheme, offering young Indians a direct path into the Air Force.

What changes for people: Eligible male and female candidates can now apply online, pay the fee, and prepare for the March 2026 online exam.

Who is affected: Unmarried Indian youth aged 17.5 to 21 years seeking a career in the Indian Air Force.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially begun the online application process for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027, opening a fresh recruitment cycle under the government’s Agnipath military recruitment model. Applications are being accepted exclusively through the official Agnipath Vayu portal.

This intake is expected to draw large nationwide participation, as it offers a four-year service opportunity in one of India’s most elite defence forces.

Key dates candidates must not miss

The IAF has released a clear recruitment timeline for this intake cycle.

Registration opens: January 12, 2026

Registration closes: February 1, 2026, at 11:00 PM

Last date for fee payment: February 1, 2026

Online examination dates: March 30 and March 31, 2026

Officials have underlined that no applications will be accepted after the deadline, and candidates are advised to avoid last-minute submissions.

Who is eligible to apply

According to the official eligibility notification, both male and female candidates must meet strict age and education criteria.

Age requirement

Candidates must be between 17.5 and 21 years

Eligible date of birth range: January 1, 2006 to July 1, 2009, both dates inclusive

Educational qualification

Science stream:

10+2 with Mathematics, Physics, and English

Minimum 50 percent aggregate and 50 percent in English

Non-science stream:

10+2 in any stream

Minimum 50 percent aggregate and 50 percent in English

IAF recruitment officials note that eligibility will be verified at multiple stages, including document checks and medical assessment.

Application fee and payment mode

Candidates are required to pay an application fee of ₹550 plus GST.

Payment must be made online only

Accepted modes include debit card, credit card, and net banking

Applications without successful fee payment will not be considered complete.

Step-by-step application process

Applicants can submit their forms through the official recruitment website.

Visit agnipathvayu.cdac.in

Register using a valid email ID and mobile number

Enter personal and educational details

Upload required documents, including a recent passport-size photograph taken with a black slate

Pay the examination fee and submit the form

Download and print the final application form for future reference

Recruitment authorities advise candidates to carefully read all instructions before uploading documents to avoid rejection.