POST DETAILS :
Indian Air Force has released a notification for the post of IAF Agniveervayu Musician Recruitment 2026. Interested candidates must fulfill all the eligibility criteria and apply online. Before applying online, candidates are advised to carefully read the full notification, recruitment eligibility, age limit, post-wise eligibility, selection procedure, syllabus, admit card, answer key, and all other relevant details. Read the official advertisement thoroughly before submitting the application.
IAF Recruitment – OVERVIEW :
Indian Air Force
IAF Agniveervayu Musician Recruitment 2026
Intake 01/2027
IMPORTANT DATES
| Event | Date/Time |
|---|---|
| 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 |
FEES DETAILS
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates | ₹100 plus 18% GST (non-refundable) |
AGE DETAILS :
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) |
POST DETAILS, ELIGIBILITY and QUALIFICATION:
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.
Musical Proficiency Requirements
Musical ability is a mandatory qualifying requirement in addition to the educational qualification.
- Candidates must have proficiency in music with accuracy in tempo and pitch, and must be able to sing one complete song.
- Candidates must be able to perform one preparatory tune and demonstrate knowledge of a notation system (Staff notation, Tablature, Tonic Solfa, Hindustani, or Carnatic).
- Candidates must be able to tune individual instruments (where applicable) and match unknown notes on vocal or instruments.
- Candidates must have proficiency in playing at least one instrument from List A or List B below. It is desirable (though not mandatory) to have proficiency in two instruments – one from each list.
| List A | List B |
|---|---|
| Concert Flute / Piccolo | Keyboard / Organ / Piano |
| Oboe | Guitar (Acoustic / Lead / Bass) |
| Clarinet in Eb / Bb | Violin, Viola, String Bass |
| Saxophone in Eb / Bb | Percussion / Drums (Acoustic / Electronic) |
| French Horn in F / Bb | All Indian Classical Instruments |
| Trumpet in Eb / C / Bb | |
| Trombone in Bb / G | |
| Baritone | |
| Euphonium | |
| Bass / Tuba in Eb / Bb |
Musical Experience Certificate
Candidates must possess any one of the following:
- Grade 5th or equivalent (or above) in one instrument from a recognised music institute such as TCL, RSM, KM Music Conservatory Bangalore, Bangalore School of Music, TSM, GMI, or Berklee School of Music, OR
- A Diploma or equivalent in music for candidates performing Hindustani or Carnatic Classical Music from any recognised university, OR
- Certificate of participation/awards presented at various events (applicable for candidates performing on blowing instruments with staff notation as per the educational QRs).
IAF Vacancy Details
The number of vacancies for Agniveervayu (Musician) Intake 01/2027 is Not specified in the official notification.
Salary and Pay Package
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 |
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.
- 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, including blood, urine, biochemistry, chest X-ray, ECG, and (for female candidates) ultrasonography of the lower abdomen and pelvis.
How to Apply for IAF Agniveervayu Musician Recruitment 2026
- 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.
Mandatory Medical Standards
| Parameter | Standard |
|---|---|
| Height (Male) | Minimum 162 cms |
| Height (Female) | Minimum 152 cms (147 cms for North East/hilly regions of Uttarakhand ethnicity; 150 cms for Lakshadweep ethnicity, with domicile certificate) |
| Weight | Proportionate to height and age as applicable for IAF |
| Chest (Male) | Minimum circumference 77 cms; minimum expansion 5 cms |
| Chest (Female) | Well proportioned; minimum expansion 5 cms |
| Hearing | Able to hear forced whisper from 6 metres, each ear separately |
| Dental | Minimum 14 dental points; healthy gums; dental implants not awarded points; fixed/removable orthodontic appliances – unfit |
| Visual Acuity | 6/12 each eye, correctable to 6/6 each eye |
| Refractive Error Limits | Hypermetropia +2.0D; Myopia -1D; including ±0.50D Astigmatism |
| Colour Vision | CP-II |
Admit Card will be released soon. You can also visit the latest admit card page.
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FAQs :
When does online registration start for IAF Agniveervayu Musician Recruitment 2026?
Online registration starts at 1100 Hrs on 20 July 2026 and closes at 2300 Hrs on 02 August 2026 on the official portal, https://iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in.
