Indian Air Force Recruitment – 4,000 Vacancies

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released its recruitment notifications for 2024, offering numerous opportunities for candidates who aspire to serve the nation through a career in defense. This article provides an in-depth overview of the available vacancies, eligibility criteria, application process, and more.

Vacancy Details

The Indian Air Force recruitment in 2024 includes various roles across different branches:

1. Agniveer Vayu Intake: Over 4,000 vacancies for non-officer ranks.
2. AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test): 300+ vacancies for Flying Branch, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical).
3. NCC Special Entry: Positions for candidates with NCC ‘C’ Certificate in the Flying Branch.
4. Meteorology Branch: Specific vacancies for officers in the Meteorology branch.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria vary depending on the branch and position:

• Agniveer Vayu:
  • Age Limit: 17.5 to 21 years.
  • Education Qualification: 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and English or Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, etc.) with 50% marks.
• AFCAT:
  • Age Limit:
    • Flying Branch: 20 to 24 years.
    • Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical): 20 to 26 years.
  • Education Qualification:
    • Flying Branch: Graduation with a minimum of 60% marks and Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level.
    • Ground Duty (Technical): Engineering degree in relevant disciplines.
    • Ground Duty (Non-Technical): Graduate or Postgraduate degree in relevant fields with at least 50% marks.
• NCC Special Entry:
  • Age Limit: 20 to 24 years.
  • Education Qualification: Graduation with 60% marks and NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ certificate.

Education Qualification

The educational qualifications required for Indian Air Force recruitment vary by position:

• Agniveer Vayu: 10+2 with Science stream or equivalent qualifications.
• AFCAT (Technical Branch): Engineering degree in Aeronautical, Mechanical, or Electrical fields.
• AFCAT (Non-Technical Branch): Graduate in any discipline with minimum marks as specified.
• Meteorology Branch: Postgraduate degree in any Science stream or Mathematics.

Salary

The salary structure in the Indian Air Force is attractive and includes various allowances:

• Agniveer Vayu: Starting pay around ₹30,000 per month with allowances.
• Flying Officer (AFCAT entry): Pay level 10 with basic pay starting from ₹56,100 per month plus Military Service Pay and other allowances, leading to a gross salary of approximately ₹85,000 to ₹1,00,000 per month.
• Ground Duty Officers: Salary structure similar to that of the Flying Branch, with additional technical allowances for Technical Branch officers.

Application Fees

• AFCAT Entry: ₹250 for all candidates, except those applying through NCC Special Entry and Meteorology Entry.
• Agniveer Vayu: No application fee.

Age Limit

• Agniveer Vayu: 17.5 to 21 years.
• Flying Branch (AFCAT/NCC): 20 to 24 years.
• Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical): 20 to 26 years.
• Meteorology Branch: 20 to 26 years.

Selection Process

The selection process typically involves the following stages:

1. Written Examination: Conducted for entries like AFCAT and Agniveer Vayu.
2. Physical Fitness Test (PFT): Required for non-officer ranks.
3. Air Force Selection Board (AFSB) Interview: For officer entries like AFCAT and NCC Special Entry.
4. Medical Examination: Comprehensive medical tests to assess the physical and mental fitness of candidates.
5. Merit List: Final selection is based on merit, considering performance in all stages.

Important Dates

• AFCAT 1 2024 Application Start Date: January 2024
• Agniveer Vayu Application Start Date: March 2024
• Last Date to Apply: Typically within one month of the application start date.
• AFCAT 1 2024 Exam Date: February 2024

Important Links

• Official Website: Indian Air Force Recruitment
• AFCAT Application Portal: Available on the official website during the application window.