IAF Agniveer Non-Combatant Recruitment 2026 – Last Date Extended | Apply Before 4 March 2026
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has extended the application deadline for the Agniveer Non-Combatant Recruitment 2026 (Intake 02/2026). This is a golden opportunity for young aspirants aiming for a career in the Air Force under the Agnipath Scheme, offering a fixed-term service engagement and valuable training experience.
📌 Recruitment Overview
- Organisation: Indian Air Force (IAF)
- Scheme: Agnipath Scheme – Agniveervayu Non-Combatant
- Intake: 02/2026
- Job Type: Contractual (4 years)
- Application Mode: Offline
- Last Date to Apply: 04 March 2026 (extended)
🧑🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following eligibility standards to apply for the Agniveer Non-Combatant posts:
✔ Nationality: Indian citizen
✔ Gender: Only unmarried male candidates are eligible
✔ Age Limit: Born between 02 July 2005 and 02 January 2009 (upper age limit not more than 21 years on date of enrolment)
✔ Educational Qualification: Passed Matriculation (10th Class) or equivalent from a recognized board
Note: Candidates must satisfy the age and educational conditions strictly as per the official notification.
👨🔧 Job Profile & Vacancies
The recruitment is conducted for non-combatant support roles across various Hospitality and Housekeeping streams, including:
- Hospitality Services: Kitchen assistance, food handling, serving, etc.
- Housekeeping Services: Cleaning, gardening, maintenance, tailoring, barber duties, watchman duties, etc.
Detailed vacancy numbers have not been officially released, but eligible candidates are encouraged to prepare their applications before the extended deadline.
📑 Selection Process
The selection stages include:
- Written Examination
- Physical Fitness Test
- Stream Suitability Test
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
Candidates who clear all stages successfully will be enrolled as Agniveervayu Non-Combatant personnel for a period of four years under the Agnipath Scheme.
🪖 Service Benefits
Selected candidates will undergo training and serve across Air Force stations in India. This recruitment provides an excellent platform to gain discipline, technical exposure, and career growth opportunities after completion of service.
✔ Apply Soon: As the last date has been extended to 04 March 2026, interested candidates should prepare and submit their offline applications well before the deadline to avoid last-minute delays.
✔ Official Notification & Forms: Applicants are advised to visit the official IAF Agniveervayu website for the notification brochure, application form, and submission guidelines.
