Indian Air Force has invited online applications from unmarried Indian male candidates for recruitment trials of outstanding sportsmen as Agniveervayu (Sports) under the Agnipath Scheme for Intake 02/2026. Selected candidates will serve for a period of 4 years.
Eligible candidates are strongly advised to carefully read the detailed official notification before applying online to confirm eligibility regarding age, qualification, sports achievements, physical standards, and other criteria. The IAF Agniveervayu Sports Recruitment 2026 online application process starts from 23rd March 2026 and closes on 29th March 2026. Recruitment trials will be held from 08th April 2026 to 10th April 2026.
IAF Agniveervayu Sports Recruitment 2026
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Post Name |
Agniveervayu (Sports) |
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| Total Vacancies |
Various (Sports-wise) |
| Age Limit |
Born between 02 Jul 2005 & 02 Jan 2009 (upper age 21 yrs on enrolment) |
| Salary |
As per Agnipath Scheme (Agniveervayu Pay Package) |
| Minimum Qualification |
10+2 with 50% marks (Science/Non-Science) OR Diploma OR Vocational Course |
| Application Fee |
Nil |
| Selection Process |
Sports Trials + Physical Fitness Test + Medical Examination + Document Verification |
| Job Location |
All India |
| Last Date |
29 March 2026 |
✅ IAF Agniveervayu Sports Vacancy 2026 List:
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Sporting Discipline |
Specific Events / Positions |
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Athletics |
400M & 4x400M Relay, 1500M, 5000M, 10000M, 3000M Steeple Chase, 110MH, Long Jump, Discus Throw, Javelin Throw, Hammer Throw, 20 Km Race Walk, Decathlon |
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Basketball |
Centre and Point Guard |
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Boxing |
50 Kg, 80 Kg, 85 Kg, 90 Kg, +90 Kg |
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Chess |
Player |
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Cricket |
Wicket Keeper/Batsman, Medium Pacer, All Rounder, Spin Bowler |
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Cycle Polo |
All-rounder, Defender |
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Cycling |
4Km Individual pursuit, 10 Km Scratch race |
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Football |
Striker, Right Winger, Defender (RFB) |
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Golf |
Player |
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Gymnastics |
All Rounder for Six Apparatus |
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Handball |
Goal Keeper, All Rounder |
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Hockey |
Goal Keeper, Attacker and Defender |
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Kabaddi |
Right Cover, Left Raider, Right Raider, Right Corner and All Rounder |
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Lawn Tennis |
Single / Doubles |
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Shooting |
10 M Air Pistol, 10 M Air Rifle, 50 M Rifle 3P, 25 M Rapid Fire Pistol |
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Squash |
Single / Doubles |
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Swimming / Diving |
High Board Diver, Spring Board Diver (1 Mtr & 3 Mtr), Butterfly, IM, Free Style, Backstroke, Breast Stroke |
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Volleyball |
Attacker, Setter, Blocker |
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Water Polo |
All Rounder, Centre Forward and Full back |
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Weight Lifting |
60, 65, 71, 79 and 88 Kg |
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Wrestling |
Greco Roman (67, 82, 87 Kg) & Freestyle (70, 86 Kg) |
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Wushu |
Sanda (56, 65, 90-100 Kg) & Taolu-Nan Group |
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Sport Climbing |
Lead Climbing, Bouldering & Speed Climbing |
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MTB |
Cross Country Olympic (XCO), Short Circuit (XCC) & Eliminator (XCE) |
✅ IAF Agniveervayu Sports Vacancy 2026 Eligibility Criteria:
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Particulars |
Details |
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Age Limit |
Born between 02 July 2005 and 02 January 2009 (both dates inclusive). Upper age limit 21 years as on enrolment date. |
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Marital Status |
Only unmarried male candidates |
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Educational Qualification |
10+2 with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% in English (Science/Non-Science stream) OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering OR 2-year Vocational Course with Physics & Mathematics |
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Physical Standards |
Height: 152 cm | Chest: 77-82 cm | Weight: Proportionate to height & age |
✅ IAF Agniveervayu Sports Vacancy 2026 Selection Process:
The selection on the basis of following steps:-
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Sports Trials (08 Apr to 10 Apr 2026)
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Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
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Medical Examination
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Document Verification
✅ Important Dates:
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Online Application Period |
23 March 2026 to 29 March 2026 |
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Recruitment Trials |
08 April 2026 to 10 April 2026 |
✅ Important Links:
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IAF Agniveervayu Sports Detailed Notification PDF |
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IAF Agniveervayu Sports Apply Online Link |
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Latest Sports Quota Jobs List 2026 |
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Join Ind Govt Jobs Alert Channel |
✅ How to Apply IAF Agniveervayu Sports Recruitment 2026:
Eligible unmarried male candidates must apply online only. No other mode of application will be accepted.
➢ Step 1: Visit the official application portal agnipathvayu.cdac.in between 23 March 2026 to 29 March 2026.
➢ Step 2: Register with valid email ID and mobile number.
➢ Step 3: Fill the online application form carefully with personal, educational, sports achievements and other details.
➢ Step 4: Upload scanned copies of photograph, signature and required documents.
➢ Step 5: Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
✅ FAQs:
What is the total number of vacancies in IAF Agniveervayu Sports Recruitment 2026?
Various posts across 24 sports disciplines.
What is the age limit for IAF Agniveervayu Sports Recruitment 2026?
Born between 02 July 2005 and 02 January 2009 (upper age limit 21 years as on date of enrolment).
What is the educational qualification for IAF Agniveervayu Sports Recruitment 2026?
10+2 with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% in English (Science/Non-Science stream) OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering OR 2-year Vocational Course.
What is the selection process for IAF Agniveervayu Sports Recruitment 2026?
Sports Trials + Physical Fitness Test + Medical Examination + Document Verification.
What are the important dates for IAF Agniveervayu Sports Recruitment 2026?
Online Application: 23 March 2026 to 29 March 2026 | Recruitment Trials: 08 April 2026 to 10 April 2026.