IAF Recruitment 2026 For Various Agniveervayu (Sports) Posts

Indian Air Force has released the official notification for Agniveervayu (Sports) Recruitment 2026 under the Agnipath Scheme for Intake 02/2026. This recruitment is aimed at outstanding unmarried male sportspersons across multiple disciplines, offering an opportunity to serve in the Indian Air Force for a period of 4 years. Candidates with 10+2, Diploma, or Vocational qualifications along with proven sports achievements can apply for these posts. The selection process includes sports trials, physical fitness tests, and medical examination, making it a unique opportunity for candidates aiming for a defense career through sports quota.

Name of OrganizationIndian Air Force (IAF)
Post NameAgniveervayu (Sports)
Education10+2 / Diploma / Vocational Course with required marks
Total VacanciesVarious (Sports-wise)
SalaryAs per Agnipath Scheme
Age LimitBorn between 02 July 2005 to 02 January 2009
Application FeeNil
Selection ProcessSports Trials + Physical Fitness Test + Medical Examination + Document Verification
Apply ModeOnline
Job LocationAll India
Last Date To Apply29 March 2026

Vacancy Details

Post NameVacancyEducation
Agniveervayu (Sports)Various10+2 / Diploma / Vocational Course

IAF Agniveervayu Sporting Discipline List

Sporting DisciplineSpecific Events / Positions
Athletics400M & 4x400M Relay, 1500M, 5000M, 10000M, 3000M Steeple Chase, 110MH, Long Jump, Discus Throw, Javelin Throw, Hammer Throw, 20 Km Race Walk, Decathlon
BasketballCentre and Point Guard
Boxing50 Kg, 80 Kg, 85 Kg, 90 Kg, +90 Kg
ChessPlayer
CricketWicket Keeper/Batsman, Medium Pacer, All Rounder, Spin Bowler
Cycle PoloAll-rounder, Defender
Cycling4Km Individual pursuit, 10 Km Scratch race
FootballStriker, Right Winger, Defender (RFB)
GolfPlayer
GymnasticsAll Rounder for Six Apparatus
HandballGoal Keeper, All Rounder
HockeyGoal Keeper, Attacker and Defender
KabaddiRight Cover, Left Raider, Right Raider, Right Corner and All Rounder
Lawn TennisSingle / Doubles
Shooting10 M Air Pistol, 10 M Air Rifle, 50 M Rifle 3P, 25 M Rapid Fire Pistol
SquashSingle / Doubles
Swimming / DivingHigh Board Diver, Spring Board Diver (1 Mtr & 3 Mtr), Butterfly, IM, Free Style, Backstroke, Breast Stroke
VolleyballAttacker, Setter, Blocker
Water PoloAll Rounder, Centre Forward and Full back
Weight Lifting60, 65, 71, 79 and 88 Kg
WrestlingGreco Roman (67, 82, 87 Kg) & Freestyle (70, 86 Kg)
WushuSanda (56, 65, 90-100 Kg) & Taolu-Nan Group
Sport ClimbingLead Climbing, Bouldering & Speed Climbing
MTBCross Country Olympic (XCO), Short Circuit (XCC) & Eliminator (XCE)

How to Apply

  1. Visit the official application portal of Indian Air Force.
  2. Register using a valid email ID and mobile number.
  3. Fill the online application form with personal, educational, and sports details.
  4. Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature, and required documents.
  5. Submit the application form online.
  6. Take a printout of the application form for future reference.

Application form, details & registration

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