IAF Agniveervayu Musician Recruitment 2026 (Intake 01/2027) - Apply Online, Eligibility, Dates

The Indian Air Force has released the recruitment notification for Agniveervayu (Musician) Intake 01/2027, inviting unmarried Indian male and female candidates from all districts of all states and Union Territories to join the Indian Air Force as part of the Air Force Band. Online registration opens on 20 July 2026, and the pre-registered recruitment rally will be held from 31 August 2026 to 09 September 2026 at two venues: 2 ASC, Air Force Station New Delhi, and 7 ASC, Bengaluru. Candidates must have passed Matriculation/10th along with proficiency in playing a musical instrument. This article covers eligibility, important dates, musical proficiency requirements, salary, application fee, selection process and the complete application procedure.

Nationality Open to Indian candidates from all districts of all States and all Union Territories of India. Educational Qualification Passed Matriculation/10th or equivalent with minimum pass marks from any Central, State or Union Territory Government recognised School/Board, as on the date of registration. Marital Status Only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible. Candidates must undertake not to marry during the four-year engagement period; violation leads to dismissal from service. Female candidates must additionally undertake not to become pregnant during the engagement period.

Criterion Detail Date of Birth Block Born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive) Upper Age Limit at Enrolment 22 years (if a candidate clears all stages of selection) No separate age relaxation categories are specified in this notification. Also read: HPPSC HP Police Constable (Male & Female) Recruitment 2026 - 734 Vacancies

Agniveervayu (Musician) will be paid an Agniveer package of ₹30,000 per month in the first year, with a fixed yearly increment, along with Risk and Hardship allowances, Dress and Travel allowances, and perks such as ration, clothing, accommodation, and Leave Travel Concession (LTC) as per existing rules. Seva Nidhi Package (Year-wise Contribution) Year Customised Package (Monthly) In Hand (70%) Contribution to Agniveer Corpus Fund (30%) Matching Contribution by GoI 1st Year ₹30,000 ₹21,000 ₹9,000 ₹9,000 2nd Year ₹33,000 ₹23,100 ₹9,900 ₹9,900 3rd Year ₹36,500 ₹25,550 ₹10,950 ₹10,950 4th Year ₹40,000 ₹28,000 ₹12,000 ₹12,000 Total contribution to the Agniveer Corpus Fund after four years is approximately ₹5.02 lakh from the Agniveervayu's own contribution, matched by approximately ₹5.02 lakh from the Government of India. On exit after four years, this totals approximately ₹10.04 lakh as the Seva Nidhi package (excluding interest). There is no Provident Fund contribution requirement, and no gratuity or pensionary benefits are applicable. Agniveervayu will also be provided non-contributory Life Insurance cover of ₹48 lakh for the duration of the four-year engagement period.

1. Verification of Eligibility Documents - original or DigiLocker-verified educational certificates and other applicable documents are scrutinised at the rally venue before the Physical Fitness Test.
2. Physical Fitness Test (PFT-I) - 1.6 km run: within 7 minutes for male candidates, within 8 minutes for female candidates.
3. Physical Fitness Test (PFT-II) - conducted after 10 minutes of recuperation: Male candidates: 10 push-ups (1 minute), 10 sit-ups (1 minute), 20 squats (1 minute), with rest breaks between each exercise.
4. Female candidates: 10 sit-ups (1 minute 30 seconds), 15 squats (1 minute), with rest breaks between exercises.
5. English Written Test - objective type, 30 questions, 30 minutes duration, based on Matriculation/10th CBSE syllabus. Candidates must qualify this test. Answers are marked on an OMR sheet, and results are declared the same day.
6. Music Proficiency Test (MPT) - candidates who qualify the English written test undergo a proficiency test in playing musical instruments, conducted individually or in groups.
7. Medical Examination - conducted in September 2026 at 11 AFH, Hindon and SMC, AF Station Jalahalli, including blood, urine, biochemistry, chest X-ray, ECG, and (for female candidates) ultrasonography of the lower abdomen and pelvis.
8. 1 mark for every correct answer.
9. 0 marks for an unattempted question.
10. 0 marks if more than one answer is given for a question.
11. No negative marking for a wrong answer.