About the Indian Air Force
The Indian Air Force is the air arm of the Indian Armed Forces. The mission of the Indian Air Force is to conduct aerial warfare during war or conflict. It was officially established on 08 October 1932. Since 1950, the Indian Air Force has been involved in four wars with Pakistan. Other major operations undertaken by the IAF include Operation Vijay, Operation Meghdoot, Operation Cactus, and Operation Poomalai. The President of India is the Supreme Commander of the Indian Air Force. Recently, the Government has introduced a new model for recruitment in the Indian Armed Forces known as the Agnipath Scheme or Tour of Duty (ToD). The Indian Air Force has released Agniveer Vayu Notification 2023 for the 01/2023 intake. This post discusses all relevant details about the Agniveer Vayu Notification 2023 for the 01/2023 intake like important dates, eligibility, selection process, etc.
Important Timelines
Online applications for Agniveer Vayu 01/2023 intake will start from 07 November 2022 (1700 Hours) for male and female candidates. The last date to apply is 23 November 2022 (1700 hours). The online examination will start on 18 January 2023. For online registration log on to https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in
Aspirants can plan their studies and devise the course plan according to this date.
Eligibility Criteria:
Age/Date of Birth Block:
Candidates born between 27 June 2002 and 27 December 2005 (both dates inclusive) are eligible to apply as Agniveer Vayu in 01/2023 intake.
Marital Status:
Only unmarried Indian male and female candidates are eligible for enrolment as Agniveer Vayu in Indian Air Force.
Educational Qualification:
(a) Science subject: Passed Intermediate/10+2/ Equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics, and English from an Education Board listed as a Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE) member with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
(b) Passed Intermediate / 10+2 / Equivalent Examination in any subject approved by Central / State Education Boards listed as a Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE) member with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
Candidates who are eligible for the Science Subjects examination are also eligible for the Other than Science subjects examination. They have the option to appear in both Science and Other than Science subjects examinations in one sitting while filling up the online registration form.
Medical Criteria
(a) Height: Minimum height required for male candidates is 152.5 cm and that for female candidates is 152 cm.
(b) Chest: For male candidates, the minimum chest should be 77 cm and the chest expansion should be at least 5 cm.
(c) Weight: Should be proportionate to height and age.
The sequence of Examination as per Agniveer Vayu Notification 2023
The recruitment procedure consists of the following stages:
1. Online Test:
In the first step of the selection process, candidates need to appear in the online examination. For Science subjects, the total duration of the online exam is 60 minutes. The exam consists of questions from English, Physics, and Mathematics. As far as other than Science subjects is concerned, the total duration of the online exam is 45 minutes. The exam comprises questions from English, and RAGA (Reasoning and General Awareness). For Science Subjects & Other Than Science Subjects, the total duration of the online exam is 85 minutes and consists of questions from English, Physics, Mathematics, and RAGA (Reasoning and General Awareness). Candidates get 1 mark for every correct answer. For every wrong answer, the candidate loses a 0.25 mark.
2. Physical Fitness Test:
Candidates shortlisted after the written examination undergo a physical fitness test which consists of a 1.6 KM run within Seven minutes (For male candidates) and Eight minutes (for female candidates). Male candidates need to complete 10 Push-ups, 10 Sit-ups, and 20 Squats within the stipulated time to clear the Physical Fitness Test. While female candidates need to complete 10 Sit-ups, and 15 Squats within the stipulated time to clear the Physical Fitness Test. For demo videos regarding the Physical Fitness Test visit https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in/AV/pftAV.html
3. Adaptability Test- I:
All candidates who pass the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) will undergo Adaptability Test-I (objective type written test). The objective of this test is to assess the suitability of a candidate for employment in the IAF which involves deployment in varied geographic terrain, weather, and operational conditions.
4. Adaptability Test- II:
All candidates who pass Adaptability Test-I will undergo Adaptability Test-II. The primary purpose of Adaptability Test-II is to select candidates who can adapt to the environment of the Indian Air Force and are able to adjust to the military way of life.
5. Medical Examination:
Candidates who clear the Adaptability Test-II shall undergo a medical examination at the designated Medical Boarding Centre (MBC) on a specified date.
How to prepare for Agniveer Vayu Exam 2023?
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To download the official notification and apply online, visit https://agnipathvayu.cdac.in/AV/
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