Indian Airforce Agniveer Vayu Exam City 2026 | Intake 01/2027

Status: Application Window Re‑Open (03‑10 March 2026)
Last Updated: 24 March 2026
Authority: Indian Air Force – Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027

The Indian Air Force has reopened the online application window for Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027, targeting candidates who wish to serve as technical airmen under the Agnipath scheme. This recruitment is relevant for 10+2 pass‑outs, diploma holders, and vocational course graduates who meet the prescribed age and educational criteria.

Why it matters this year: The 01/2027 intake is the first batch after the revised syllabus and medical standards were notified in late 2025, meaning the written test pattern has shifted slightly toward more application‑based questions in physics and mathematics.

Observation: In previous cycles, many candidates missed the reopening window because they relied solely on the initial dates advertised in December; the corridor for corrections often opens only for a few days in early March.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Re‑opening of Application Form	03 March 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	10 March 2026
Exam Date (Phase I)	30 & 31 March 2026
Admit Card Release	One week before exam (tentative)
Result Declaration (Phase I)	As per schedule (expected mid‑April 2026)

Eligibility Criteria

Age Limit: 17.5 to 22 years (as on 01 July 2026). Candidates born between 02 July 2004 and 01 January 2009 are eligible.
Educational Qualification:
- 10+2 with Mathematics, Physics and English – minimum 50 % aggregate and 50 % in English; OR
- 3‑year Engineering Diploma (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile/Computer Science/Instrumentation/IT) – minimum 50 % aggregate and 50 % in English; OR
- 2‑year Vocational Course with Physics and Mathematics – minimum 50 % aggregate and 50 % in English.
Physical Standards: Height ≥ 152.5 cm; Chest expansion ≥ 5 cm; Vision 6/6 in better eye, 6/9 in worse eye without correction.

Vacancy Details

The official notification for Intake 01/2027 specifies a total of approximately 3,500 vacancies for the Agniveer Vayu trade. The distribution is subject to change based on training capacity and will be finalised after the application window closes. Category‑wise break‑up (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/UR) follows the central government reservation norms.

Selection Process

Online Written Test (Objective) – Mathematics, Physics, English, Reasoning & General Awareness.
Physical Fitness Test (PFT) – 1.6 km run, push‑ups, sit‑ups.
Medical Examination as per IAF standards.
Merit List preparation based on written test score (qualifying in PFT & medical is mandatory).

Exam Details

Mode: Online (Computer Based Test).
Duration: 60 minutes.
Total Questions: 50 (each carrying 1 mark).
Negative Marking: 0.25 marks for each wrong answer.
Language: English only.
Syllabus: 10+2 level Mathematics (Algebra, Trigonometry, Calculus basics), Physics (Mechanics, Waves, Electricity, Modern Physics), English (Grammar, Comprehension, Vocabulary), Reasoning & General Awareness (current events, basic science, civic sense).

Admit Card & Result

Admit cards will be downloadable from the candidate login portal on the official Agniveer Vayu website. Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card along with a valid photo ID to the exam centre. Results for the written test will be published as a PDF merit list; qualifying candidates will be called for the subsequent PFT and medical stages.

Who Should Apply and Who Should Not

Ideal Candidate: Those who have strong conceptual grasp of 10+2 physics and mathematics, can manage time effectively in a 50‑question test, and meet the physical standards without needing remedial training. Candidates with a diploma in a relevant engineering branch often find the technical portion easier due to applied exposure.

May Want to Reconsider: Candidates who rely heavily on rote memorisation without problem‑solving practice, or those who have not cleared the basic physical fitness benchmark (e.g., unable to run 1.6 km under 7 minutes) may find the later stages challenging despite clearing the written test.

Common Mistakes Candidates Make

Ignoring the reopening notification and assuming the initial deadline is final – many miss the chance to correct errors or upload missing documents.
Submitting the application without verifying the scanned photograph specifications (size, background, slate with name and date). Rejections often occur at this stage.
Overlooking the negative marking scheme and attempting every question, which can lower the net score significantly.
Delaying the download of the admit card until the last minute, risking technical issues or server overload on the day before the exam.

Step‑by‑Step Application Guide

Visit the official Agniveer Vayu portal (agnipathvayu.cdac.in/AV) and click “New Registration”.
Enter basic details (name, DOB, contact) and generate a login ID and password.
Log in and fill the application form – choose the correct trade (Vayu) and intake (01/2027).
Upload scanned documents: photograph (10‑50 KB, light background, slate with name & date in white chalk), signature, and relevant certificates.
Warning: Double‑check that the photograph shows the slate clearly; a missing or illegible slate is a frequent cause of form rejection.
Pay the application fee (₹550 for General/OBC/EWS/SC/ST) via debit/credit card or net banking.
Review the entered data, accept the declaration, and submit.
Download and print the confirmation page for future reference.

Official Links

Expiry / Update Note

This page reflects information available as of 24 March 2026. Once the application window closes (10 March 2026) and the admit cards are issued, the focus will shift to exam‑day guidelines and result announcements. After the selection process is complete, the content will be archived or updated with the next intake details. Candidates are advised to refer to the official IAF Agniveer Vayu portal for any further notifications.

Key Takeaways: The Agniveer Vayu Intake 01/2027 offers a short‑term opportunity to serve in the Indian Air Force with a structured selection process. Ensure you meet the age and educational criteria, pay close attention to the photograph specifications, and use the reopening window (03‑10 March 2026) to submit a correct application. Prepare for the online test by practicing conceptual questions in physics and mathematics, and maintain the required physical fitness standards.

Next Step: Register on the official portal, complete the form before 10 March 2026, and download your admit card once released.