Agniveer Vayu (Musician) – Intake 01/2026

Indian Air Force (Bhartiya Vayu Sena) invites applications for Agniveer Vayu (Musician) – Intake 01/2026 for eligible Indian citizens (unmarried male and female candidates). This role is suited for disciplined, performance-ready musicians who can demonstrate strong musical proficiency along with meeting physical and medical standards required for service.

About the Company

The Indian Air Force (IAF) is one of India’s premier defence forces, responsible for safeguarding national airspace and supporting national security objectives. The IAF’s musical units uphold ceremonial traditions, boost morale, and represent the force at official events through professional musical performances.

Key Dates (as per notification)

• Notification Date: 08 April 2025
• Application Window: 21 April 2025 to 11 May 2025
• Rally Dates: 10 June 2025 to 18 June 2025
• Publication of PSL (Provisional Select List): 15 November 2025
• Enrollment List: To be notified later

Responsibilities

• Perform as part of an Indian Air Force musical ensemble during ceremonial, official, and institutional events.
• Demonstrate accuracy in tempo, pitch, and song completion during performances and tests.
• Perform one preparatory tune and execute notations such as Staff notation, Tablature, Tonic Solfa, Hindustani, or Carnatic.
• Play at least one musical instrument proficiently and tune instruments where applicable.
• Match unknown notes on vocals or instrument as required during assessments.
• Maintain physical fitness and military discipline standards expected of IAF personnel.

Requirements

• Citizenship: Indian citizen; unmarried male/female candidates.
• Age (as per notification): Candidate must be born between 02 January 2004 and 02 January 2007 (both dates inclusive).
• Education: Passed Matriculation / 10th or equivalent from a Government-recognized school/board.
• Musical Proficiency: Strong ability in singing/tempo/pitch and performance readiness; must be able to demonstrate notation and tuning/matching of notes.
• Instrument Proficiency: Must be proficient in playing any one instrument.
• Musical Experience/Certification (any one):
  • Grade 5th (or equivalent) or above in one instrument from a recognized institute (e.g., TCL, RSM, KM Music Conservatory, Bangalore School of Music, TSM, GMI, Berklee School of Music, etc.), OR
  • Diploma (or equivalent) in music for candidates performing Hindustani/Carnatic classical music from a recognized university, OR
  • Certificates of participation/awards at various events (as applicable, including for blowing instruments with staff notation).

Physical Eligibility (as per IAF standards in the notice)

• Height:
  • Male: Minimum 162 cm
  • Female: Minimum 152 cm
  • North East / hilly regions of Uttarakhand: Minimum 147 cm (where applicable)
  • Lakshadweep: Minimum 150 cm
• Weight: Proportionate to height and age as applicable for IAF.
• Chest:
  • Male: Minimum chest 77 cm with expansion of at least 5 cm
  • Female: Well-developed chest with minimum expansion range of 5 cm
• Hearing: Normal hearing; able to hear forced whisper from 6 meters with each ear separately.
• Dental: Healthy gums, good set of teeth, minimum 14 dental points.
• Vision: 6/12 each eye, correctable to 6/6 each eye; refractive limits include Hypermetropia +2.0D, Myopia 1D, including ±0.50D astigmatism; Colour vision CP-II.

Physical Fitness Test (PFT)

• Run: 1.6 km in 7 minutes (Male) / 8 minutes (Female)
• Strength:
  • Male: 10 push-ups, 10 sit-ups, 20 squats
  • Female: 10 sit-ups, 15 squats

Selection Process

• Proficiency Test
• English Written Test
• Physical Fitness Test (PFT) I & II
• Adaptability Test – II
• Medical Examination/Appointment

Application Fee

• All Candidates: Rs. 100/- (GST extra as applicable)
• Payment modes: Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI and other online payment methods

Benefits

• Opportunity to serve in a prestigious national defence organization.
• Professional exposure through ceremonial and institutional performances.
• Structured training environment emphasizing discipline, teamwork, and fitness.
• Merit-based progression through selection and enrolment stages (subject to eligibility and medical fitness).

Additional Notes

• The PSL (Provisional Select List) indicates provisional qualification and does not guarantee enrolment. Enrolment depends on merit, medical fitness, vacancies, and other eligibility conditions.
• PSL validity is stated as 6 months from the date of display (as per the provided content).

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