Overview
Indian Air Force (IAF) has released a recruitment notification for the post of Agniveervayu (Musician). Eligible candidates can apply online as per the official notification.
Key Details
- Organization
- Indian Air Force (IAF)
- 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.
Important Dates
| Online Registration Starts | 1100 Hr on 20 July 2026 |
| Online Registration Closes | 2300 Hr on 02 August 2026 |
| Pre-Registered Recruitment Rally | 31 August 2026 to 09 September 2026 |
| Medical Examination | September 2026 (at 11 AFH, Hindon and SMC, AF Stn Jalahalli) |
| Provisional Select List (PSL) Display | 14 November 2026 |
| Enrolment List Publication | After 01 December 2026 |
| Date of Birth Block | Born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive) |
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Vacancy Details
The number of vacancies for Agniveervayu (Musician) Intake 01/2027 is Not specified in the official notification.
Eligibility
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.
Age Limit
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.
Salary
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.
Application Fee
Category: Fee All Candidates: ₹100 plus 18% GST (non-refundable) Application fee, once paid, is non-refundable under any circumstances and cannot be carried forward to any other recruitment or selection process.
Selection Process
Selection for Agniveervayu (Musician) Intake 01/2027 involves the following stages, conducted in sequence: • 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. • Physical Fitness Test (PFT-I) - 1.6 km run: within 7 minutes for male candidates, within 8 minutes for female candidates. • 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. Female candidates: 10 sit-ups (1 minute 30 seconds), 15 squats (1 minute), with rest breaks between exercises. • Male candidates: 10 push-ups (1 minute), 10 sit-ups (1 minute), 20 squats (1 minute), with rest breaks between each exercise. • Female candidates: 10 sit-ups (1 minute 30 seconds), 15 squats (1 minute), with rest breaks between exercises. • 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. • Music Proficiency Test (MPT) - candidates who qualify the English written test undergo a proficiency test in playing musical instruments, conducted individually or in groups. • Medical Examination - conducted in September 2026 at 11 AFH, Hindon and SMC, AF Station Jalahalli, includ…
How to Apply
• Visit the official CASB recruitment portal: https://iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in. • Step I - Registration: Enter personal and contact details and click "Generate OTP." OTPs are sent separately to the registered mobile number and e-mail ID; enter both to verify. • Agree to the terms and conditions, re-verify the entered details, and click "Submit." A User ID and password will be sent to the registered e-mail ID and mobile number. • Click "Go To Application" to proceed to Step II. • Step II - Filling the Application: Complete Personal details, Communication details, Qualification details, Declaration, and upload the required documents/images (photograph, signature, parent's signature if below 18, left thumb impression, and a live image capture for photo matching). • Preview the filled application, correct any errors, and click "Submit." • Pay the non-refundable application fee of ₹100 plus 18% GST via Net Banking, Debit/Credit Card, or UPI. • Print and retain the submitted application form (PDF) for future reference. Candidates must indicate two choices of rally venue in order of preference during registration; however, CASB reserves the right to allot a venue irrespective of the candidate's preference. Each candidate may apply only once - multiple applications with different registration numbers will be rejected.
Required Documents
• Musical instrument (from List A or B) for the practical test • HB pencil, eraser, sharpener, glue stick, stapler, and black/blue ball point pen • Colour printout of the Provisional Admit Card • Colour printout of the duly filled application form • Eight recent, un-attested passport size colour photographs (with candidate holding a black slate showing name and photo date in white chalk) • Original or DigiLocker-verified printout and four self-attested photocopies of Matriculation passing certificate and mark sheet • Original and four self-attested photocopies of the Musical Experience Certificate • Children of Air Force Personnel (COAFP) Certificate, or Service Book/Discharge Book/Casualty Service Certificate, as applicable (original and four self-attested photocopies) • NOC from employer, in original and four self-attested photocopies, for candidates serving in a government organisation (if applicable) • Discharge Certificate, original and four self-attested photocopies, for candidates discharged from Indian Army/Navy/other Government organisation • Body tattoo photographs (close-up and distant view), if applicable • NCC 'A', 'B', or 'C' Certificate, original and four self-attested photocopies (if applicable) • Aadhaar Card (or other valid photo ID for candidates from J&K, Ladakh, Assam and Meghalaya) • Signed Consent Form for PFT and Medical Tests (parent/guardian signature required if the candidate is below 18 years of age) Candidates cannot appear in the rally without or…
Important Instructions
• Registration is online only; no offline mode is available. • Mobile phones, smart watches, and electronic devices are strictly prohibited in testing areas; candidates found with such devices will be permanently debarred. • Candidates must not write or mark anything on the Provisional Admit Card, failing which they will be permanently debarred. • No bribe or payment is required at any stage of selection; candidates should be alert to impersonators and fraudulent agents. • The Provisional Select List (PSL) will be valid for six months from the date of display and applies only to Agniveervayu (Musician) Intake 01/2027. • Inclusion in the PSL does not guarantee enrolment; enrolment is strictly merit-order, subject to medical fitness, vacancy availability, and the 22-year age cap at the time of enrolment. • Any corrigendum or update will be published only on the CASB web portal - not in newspapers or other media. • In case of any variation between the English and Hindi/regional-language versions of the notification, the English version is authentic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for IAF Agniveervayu Musician Recruitment 2026 (Intake 01/2027) - Apply Online, Eligibility, Dates?
Online Registration Starts: 1100 Hr on 20 July 2026; Online Registration Closes: 2300 Hr on 02 August 2026; Pre-Registered Recruitment Rally: 31 August 2026 to 09 September 2026; Medical Examination: September 2026 (at 11 AFH, Hindon and SMC, AF Stn Jalahalli); Provisional Select List (PSL) Display: 14 November 2026; Enrolment List Publication: After 01 December 2026; Date of Birth Block: Born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive)
What is the application fee?
Category: Fee All Candidates: ₹100 plus 18% GST (non-refundable) Application fee, once paid, is non-refundable under any circumstances and cannot be carried forward to any other recruitment or selection process.
What is the age limit?
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.
What is the selection process?
Selection for Agniveervayu (Musician) Intake 01/2027 involves the following stages, conducted in sequence: • 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. • Physical Fitness Test (PFT-I) - 1.6 km run: within 7 minutes for male candidates, within 8 minutes for female candidates. • 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. Female candidates: 10 sit-ups (1 minute 30 seconds), 15 squats (1 minute), with rest breaks between exercises. • Male candidates: 10 push-ups (1 minute), 10 sit-ups (1 minute), 20 squats (1 minute), with rest breaks between each exercise. • Female candidates: 10…