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IAF Airmen Recruitment 2027 : Join the Indian Air Force! IAF invites online applications for Airmen Medical Assistant (Group Y) Intake 01/2027. Eligibility: 10+2 (PCB) or Diploma/B.Sc Pharmacy. Apply online from 12 Jan to 01 Feb 2026. Check age limits, exam syllabus, salary, and step-by-step selection process here.”
IAF Airmen Recruitment 2027Overview
| Feature | Details |
| Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Trade | Medical Assistant (Group ‘Y’ Non-Technical) |
| Intake | 01/2027 |
| Candidate Type | Male Indian/Gorkha (Subject of Nepal) |
| Application Mode | Online |
IAF Airmen Recruitment 2027 Important Dates
| Event | Date |
| Online Registration Starts | 12 January 2026 |
| Online Registration Ends | 01 February 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | 30 March 2026 / 31 March 2026 |
| Enrolment List Publication | 01 December 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria
| Qualification Type | Academic Requirements |
| 10+2 / Intermediate | Passed with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with min. 50% aggregate and 50% in English |
| Vocational Course | 2-year course with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English; min. 50% aggregate and 50% in English |
| Diploma/B.Sc Pharmacy | 10+2 with PCB and English (50% marks) PLUS Diploma/B.Sc in Pharmacy (min. 50% marks) with valid registration |
Age Limit (At Time of Enrolment)
| Candidate Category | Maximum Age |
| 10+2 / Vocational Candidates | 21 Years |
| Diploma / B.Sc Pharmacy | 24 Years |
Vacancy Details
Specific vacancy numbers are typically not disclosed in the preliminary advertisement; candidates are selected based on merit and the number of requirements available at the time of the Enrolment List publication.
IAF Airmen Recruitment 2027 Selection Process & Exam Pattern
| Stage | Description |
| Phase I | Online Written Test (Objective Type) |
| Phase II | Physical Fitness Test (PFT) & Adaptability Test-II |
| Phase III | Medical Examination |
Written Exam Pattern:
Subjects: English (20 Marks) and Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA – 30 Marks).
Duration: 45 minutes.
Marking: +1 for correct, -0.25 for incorrect.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
| All Candidates | Rs. 550/- + GST |
Salary & Benefits
| Phase | Pay/Stipend |
| During Training | Rs. 14,600 per month (Stipend) |
| Post Training | Rs. 26,900 per month (Gross) plus Dearness Allowance |
| In-Hand (Estimate) | Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 45,000 per month (approx.) |
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
Visit Official Site: Go to the CASB web portal at https://iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in.
Registration: Create a login using a valid email ID and mobile number.
Fill Form: Enter personal and educational details accurately.
Upload Documents: Scanned photo, signature, and left thumb impression.
Fee Payment: Pay the Rs. 550 application fee online.
Submit: Review all data and submit the final application.
IAF Airmen Recruitment 2027 Important Links
Event | Date /Important Link |
Official Notification | |
Online Application Link | |
Official Website | |
Online Application Start Date | 12 January 2026 |
Last Date for Online Application | 01 February 2026 , Online Exam Date30 March 2026 / 31 March 2026 |
FAQs
Q: Can female candidates apply?
A: No, this intake is for male candidates only.
Q: What is the minimum height requirement?
A: The minimum acceptable height is 152.5 cm.
Q: Is there negative marking in the exam?
A: Yes, 0.25 marks are deducted for every wrong answer.
IAF Airmen Recruitment 2027 Syllabus Details
English: Comprehension, Grammar (Verb, Tenses, Prepositions, Nouns, Adjectives), Vocabulary (Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms), and Voice/Narration.
RAGA:
Reasoning: Series completion, Distance/Direction, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, and Non-verbal reasoning.
Mathematics: Ratio/Proportion, Average, Percentage, Simple Trigonometry, and Area/Volume.
General Awareness: History, Geography, Civics, General Science, and Current Affairs.
How to Prepare
Understand the Pattern: Master the 45-minute timing by practicing 50-question sets regularly.
Focus on English: Grammar is high-scoring; use books like Wren & Martin for basics.
Daily GK Updates: Read newspapers for current affairs and focus on basic science (10th level) for the GA section.
Physical Fitness: Do not wait for the written result; start training for the 1.6 km run (target 7 mins) and daily push-ups/squats.
Solve Mock Tests: Use memory-based papers and online mocks to improve speed and accuracy.
