The Indian Air Force (IAF) 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. Online registration runs from 20 July 2026 (1100 hrs) to 2 August 2026 (2300 hrs), followed by a pre-registered recruitment rally from 31 August to 9 September 2026 at New Delhi and Bengaluru.
This is a specialised entry: alongside the 10th-pass educational requirement, musical proficiency is a mandatory qualifying criterion, including the ability to play at least one listed instrument and hold a recognised music certificate. Full eligibility, instrument lists, medical standards and the Agniveer pay package are detailed below.
IAF Agniveervayu Musician Recruitment 2026 – Overview
| Organisation | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Post Name | Agniveervayu (Musician) |
| Intake | 01/2027 |
| Recruitment Type | Pre-registered Recruitment Rally |
| Eligible Candidates | Unmarried Indian Male and Female Candidates |
| Qualification | Matriculation / 10th pass + musical proficiency |
| Rally Venues | 2 ASC C/O Race Course Camp, Air Force Station New Delhi; and 7 ASC, No. 1 Cubbon Road, Bengaluru |
| Application Fee | ₹100 + 18% GST (non-refundable) |
| Salary | ₹30,000 per month (1st year), rising to ₹40,000 (4th year) |
| Official Portal | CASB recruitment portal (agnipathvayu.cdac.in) |
Important Dates
| Online Registration Starts | 1100 hrs on 20 July 2026 |
| Online Registration Closes | 2300 hrs on 2 August 2026 |
| Pre-Registered Recruitment Rally | 31 August 2026 to 9 September 2026 |
| Medical Examination | September 2026 (11 AFH Hindon and SMC AF Stn Jalahalli) |
| Provisional Select List (PSL) Display | 14 November 2026 |
| Enrolment List Publication | After 1 December 2026 |
Candidates are advised to register early — no extension of registration dates is given, and requests for change of examination centre, rally date or medical examination date are not entertained.
Vacancy Details
The number of vacancies for Agniveervayu (Musician) Intake 01/2027 is not specified in the official notification.
Eligibility Criteria
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.
Age Limit
| Date of Birth Block | Born between 1 January 2005 and 1 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.
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 be able to sing one complete song.
- Perform one preparatory tune and demonstrate knowledge of a notation system (Staff notation, Tablature, Tonic Solfa, Hindustani or Carnatic).
- Tune individual instruments (where applicable) and match unknown notes on vocal or instruments.
- Be proficient in playing at least one instrument from List A or List B. Proficiency in two instruments — one from each list — is desirable but not mandatory.
| 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 5 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).
Mandatory Medical Standards
| Parameter | Standard |
| Height (Male) | Minimum 162 cms |
| Height (Female) | Minimum 152 cms (147 cms for North East/hilly 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; 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 |
Candidates with a history of LASIK/PRK surgery will not be accepted. Body tattoos are permitted only on the inner forearm, back (dorsal) of the hand, or as per tribal custom; offensive, obscene or indecent tattoos anywhere on the body are disqualifying.
Salary and Seva Nidhi 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 including ration, clothing and accommodation.
| Year | Customised Package (Monthly) | In Hand (70%) | Corpus Fund (30%) | GoI Matching Contribution |
| 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 — roughly ₹10.04 lakh on exit, plus interest. Agniveervayu are also provided non-contributory life insurance cover of ₹48 lakh for the four-year engagement period.
Application Fee
| All Candidates | ₹100 plus 18% GST (non-refundable) |
How to Apply
- Visit the CASB recruitment portal and open the Agniveervayu (Musician) Intake 01/2027 registration link.
- Register with your personal, contact and academic details.
- Upload the required documents — 10th mark sheet, photograph, signature and musical experience certificate.
- Pay the ₹100 + GST examination fee online.
- Submit before 2300 hrs on 2 August 2026 and download the admit card/rally call letter when released.
- Report to the allotted rally venue on the scheduled date with all original documents and your instrument, as instructed.
Important Links
| Apply Online (CASB Portal) | Click Here |
| Official Notification (PDF) | Click Here |
| IAF Official Website | indianairforce.nic.in |
Prepare for the Rally
Preparation for this entry is unusual — the decisive test is your live musical audition and medical fitness, not an academic paper. Practise your chosen instrument against a metronome for tempo accuracy, rehearse one complete song, and confirm your medical parameters well before the rally. For the general awareness component of the written stage, our curated Best Books for Government Exams 2026 covers the standard 10th-level reasoning, English and general awareness ground.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. What is the last date to register for IAF Agniveervayu Musician 2026?
Online registration closes at 2300 hrs on 2 August 2026. No extension is granted.
Q2. What is the educational qualification required?
Matriculation/10th or equivalent with minimum pass marks from a recognised Board, plus mandatory musical proficiency and a musical experience certificate.
Q3. What is the age limit for Agniveervayu Musician Intake 01/2027?
Candidates must be born between 1 January 2005 and 1 July 2009 (both inclusive). The upper age limit at enrolment is 22 years.
Q4. What is the salary of an IAF Agniveervayu Musician?
₹30,000 per month in the first year (₹21,000 in hand), rising to ₹40,000 in the fourth year, plus allowances. On exit after four years, the Seva Nidhi package totals approximately ₹10.04 lakh, and a ₹48 lakh life insurance cover applies throughout.
Q5. Where will the recruitment rally be held?
At two venues — 2 ASC C/O Race Course Camp, Air Force Station New Delhi, and 7 ASC, No. 1 Cubbon Road, Bengaluru — from 31 August to 9 September 2026.
Q6. Can married candidates apply?
No. Only unmarried male and female candidates are eligible, and they must undertake not to marry during the four-year engagement period.
Q7. Are candidates with LASIK surgery eligible?
No. Candidates with a history of LASIK or PRK surgery will not be accepted.
Source & Verification
All details above — dates, eligibility, instrument lists, medical standards and the Agniveer pay package — are taken from the official Indian Air Force Agniveervayu (Musician) Intake 01/2027 notification published on the CASB recruitment portal. This page was last verified on 21 July 2026.
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