Indian Air Force (IAF) under Agnipath Scheme invites offline applications from eligible unmarried male candidates for recruitment of Agniveervayu Non Combatant (Hospitality & Housekeeping). Notification released on 06 February 2026. Candidates who have passed Matriculation (10th Pass) can apply. The last date for receipt of application is 23 February 2026. No application fee. Get direct links to download Notification PDF, Application Form & official website.
| Authority | Indian Air Force (IAF) – Agnipath Scheme |
|---|---|
| Post Name & Intake | Agniveervayu Non Combatant (02/2026) – Hospitality & Housekeeping |
| Application Mode | Offline (By Post / Drop Box) |
| Job Location | All India (Any Air Force Station) |
| Official Website | https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in |
| Event | Date (as per brochure) |
|---|---|
| Application Start Date | 06 February 2026 |
| Last Date for Receipt of Application Form | 23 February 2026 |
| Admit Card (Phase-1) | Not Mentioned (as per schedule) |
| Written Exam Date | To be notified (intimation via post/email) |
| Result Declaration | As per schedule |
| Post Name | Stream | Total Vacancy | Job Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agniveervayu Non Combatant | Hospitality | Not Mentioned (as per requirement) | Cooking, kitchen management, food serving, crockery, hygiene, refrigeration. |
| Housekeeping | Cleaning, gardening, waste mgmt, tailoring, ironing, shoe polishing, basic repairs. |
✍️ Vacancies will be determined by service needs. Only unmarried male candidates eligible.
| Category | Fee Amount | Payment Mode |
|---|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS | ₹ 0/- (Nil) | No fee. Application to be sent by post/drop box. |
| SC / ST | ₹ 0/- (Nil) | No fee. Ensure proper postage. |
| 📌 Note: No application fee. Affix sufficient postage on envelope. Not to pay any agent. | ||
| Educational | Matriculation (10th Class Pass) from any recognized Central/State/UT board. |
|---|---|
| Age Limit | Born between 02 July 2005 to 02 January 2009 (both days inclusive). Max 21 years at enrolment. |
| Marital Status | Only Unmarried Male. Undertaking: not marry during 4-yr engagement. |
| Physical / Medical | Height: Min 152 cms. Chest: Min expansion 5 cms. Weight proportionate. Vision: 6/36 each eye correctable to 6/9; no LASIK/PRK. Dental: 14 dental points. Hearing: whisper from 6m. |
- Stage 1 – Written Test (Offline): 20 marks (English:10, GK:10). No negative marking. Qualifying: 10+ marks.
- Stage 2 – Physical Fitness Test (PFT): 1.6 Km run in 6:30 min, Push-ups (10), Sit-ups (10), Squats (20). Qualifying.
- Stage 3 – Stream Suitability Test (SST): Practical assessment for Hospitality/Housekeeping. Minimum 50%.
- Stage 4 – Medical Examination: By IAF Medical Board. Strict standards (height, vision, dental, general health).
| Subject | Number of Questions | Marks | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| General English (10th CBSE level) | 10 | 10 | Total 30 Min (approx) |
| General Knowledge / Awareness | 10 | 10 | |
| Total Marks: 20 | Negative Marking: NO | Qualifying: 10 marks aggregate | |||
| English | Comprehension, Grammar, Vocabulary, Sentence Correction, Para jumbles (Class 10 level). |
|---|---|
| General Knowledge | Current Affairs, Sports, Indian History, Geography, Polity, Basic Science, Defence. |
🔰 No Mathematics / Physics in Non Combatant exam (only Hospitality & Housekeeping).
Admit Card 2026: Will be dispatched via email/post or available on candidate login at agnipathvayu.cdac.in 7-10 days before exam.
Result Declaration: After each phase, list of shortlisted candidates published on official portal. Provisional Select List (PSL) displayed at Air Force Stations.
- Download Application Form: Use the official IAF Non Combatant Application PDF.
- Take a printout of the form. Fill in BLOCK CAPITAL letters with black ink. No overwriting.
- Paste recent passport size colour photo (holding black slate with Name & Date written in white chalk).
- Attach self-attested copies of: Matric mark sheet, passing certificate, Aadhaar, character certificate, parent consent if under 18.
- Envelope superscription: “APPLICATION FOR AGNIVEERVAYU NON COMBATANT 02/2026” and send by ordinary post or drop box to the Air Officer Commanding / Station Commander of any notified Air Force Station. (Refer brochure for address list).
- Last date of receipt: 23 February 2026. Submit only ONE application.
| Document | Remarks |
|---|---|
| Matriculation (10th) Marksheet & Certificate | Compulsory |
| Aadhaar Card / Voter ID / DOB proof | Any valid photo ID |
| Character Certificate | Issued by Gazetted Officer/Principal (within 6 months) |
| Caste Certificate (if applicable) | For reservation, but no fee concession |
| Parent Consent / Undertaking | If candidate < 18 years; also unmarried affidavit |
| Recent Colour Photo with Slate | Name & date on slate, front chest |
- Only unmarried male Indian citizens. No marriage during 4-year service.
- Permanent body tattoos only on inner forearm / back of hand; tribal allowed as per custom.
- Corneal surgery (LASIK/PRK) not acceptable for Non Combatant medical standards.
- Application incomplete or without photo/slate will be summarily rejected.
- No application fee. Beware of fraudulent agents.
- Multiple applications = rejection.
Selected Agniveers get monthly package ₹30,000 (Year-1) to ₹40,000 (Year-4) with in-hand approx ₹21K–28K. Risk & hardship, dress, travel allowances. Seva Nidhi package of ₹10.04 Lakh (tax free) after 4 years. Non-contributory insurance cover of ₹48 Lakh. Up to 25% may be enrolled in regular IAF cadre as NC(E) subject to policy. After Agnipath, priority in central armed police forces & defence PSUs.
| Purpose | Direct Link / Button |
|---|---|
| 📋 Apply Online (Offline Form) | 📥 Download IAF Non Combatant Application 2026 |
| 📄 Download Notification PDF | 📁 Information Brochure Bilingual (Official) |
| 🌐 IAF Official Site | 🏛️ Visit Agnipath Vayu Portal |
| 📲 WhatsApp Job Alerts | 💬 Join Rojgar Job Alerts Channel |
Ans: 23 February 2026. Application must reach the designated Air Force Station by this date.
Ans: No. As per official brochure, only unmarried male candidates are eligible.
Ans: Matriculation (Class 10) pass from a recognized board. No minimum percentage mentioned.
Ans: No fee for any category. General, OBC, EWS, SC, ST – all are exempted from fee.
Ans: Minimum 152 cms. Chest expansion minimum 5 cms.
Ans: No negative marking. Total 20 questions, each 1 mark.
Ans: 1st year: ₹30,000 pm (in-hand ₹21,000); 4th year: ₹40,000 pm (in-hand ₹28,000) + Seva Nidhi ~₹10 Lakh.
Ans: No. Application mode is strictly OFFLINE – by post or drop box. No online form.
Ans: 10th marksheet, Aadhaar, character certificate, recent photo with slate, parent consent (if minor), etc.
Ans: Permanent tattoos only on inner forearm or back of hand; tribal as per custom. No offensive tattoos.