Join the Indian Air Force as an Airman

Eligibility and Application Process

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• Eligibility: Unmarried male Indian citizens, including citizens of Nepal, are eligible to apply.

• Application: Eligible candidates can apply online for Group X, Group Y, or both Groups X & Y through the official website www.airmenselection.gov.in.

Selection Test

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• Dates: The Selection Test will be conducted in April - May.

• Trades:

  • Group X Technical Trades: Focus on technical aspects.

  • Group Y Non-Technical Trades: Excluding Automobile Technician, GTI, IAF Police, IAF Security, and Musician trades.

Prepare to embark on a prestigious career with the Indian Air Force and serve the nation with pride and dedication.

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Group X Recruitment

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Overview: Group X Recruitment Test is designed for both technical and non-technical trades, conducted as per the All India Selection Tests and Recruitment Rally schedules.

Technical Trades:

• Automobile Fitter

• Electronics Fitter

• Electrical Fitter

• Mechanical System Fitter

• Structure Fitter

• Propulsion Fitter

• Workshop Fitter/Smith

• Workshop Fitter/Mechanical

• Weapon Fitter

Non-Technical Trade:

• Education Instructor

Exam Details:

Technical Trades: The test paper generally includes questions on:

• English

• Physics

• Mathematics

Duration: 1 Hour

Education Instructor Trade:

• Paper 1 (Objective Type):

  • General English, General Awareness, Current Affairs

  • Duration: 40 Minutes

• Paper 2 (Descriptive Type):

  • Language comprehension and power of expression

  • Duration: 35 Minutes

Group Y Recruitment

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Overview: Group Y Recruitment Test is conducted for the recruitment of Airmen in various non-technical and select technical trades.

Non-Technical Trades:

• Admin Assistant

• Accounts Assistant

• Medical Assistant

• Logistics Assistant

• Environmental Support Services Assistant (ESSA)

• Ops Assistant

• Meteorological Assistant

• Ground Training Instructor

• IAF Police

• IAF Security

• Musician

Technical Trades:

• Auto Technician

• Communication Technician

Exam Details:

Non-Technical Trades: The test paper generally includes questions on:

• English

• Reasoning

• General Awareness

Duration: 45 Minutes

Selection and Recruitment Process

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The selection process for both Group X and Group Y involves multiple stages:

1. Verification of Eligibility: Checking of documents and eligibility criteria.

2. Written Test: Subject-specific exams.

3. Adaptability Test: Assessing the candidate's adaptability to military conditions.

4. Physical Fitness Test (PFT): Evaluation of physical fitness.

5. Interview: Personal interview to assess suitability.

6. Medical Examination: Comprehensive medical check-up to ensure fitness.

All India Select List (AISL): Candidates are included in the AISL based on their performance in the exams and subsequent stages.

Examination Centres

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The IAF conducts exams at multiple centres across India, including:

• Ambala

• New Delhi

• Kanpur

• Barrackpore (Kolkata)

• Jodhpur

• Mumbai

• Bengaluru

• Chennai

• Bhubaneswar

• Bihta (Patna)

• Guwahati

• Secunderabad

• Kochi

• Bhopal

For more details and to apply online, please visit IAF Airmen Selection.