The Indian Air Force (IAF) has started recruitment for various positions across its three branches: Flying, Ground Duty (Technical), and Ground Duty (Non-Technical). Eligible candidates interested in joining the prestigious force can submit their applications through the official IAF website. The registration window opened on May 30 and will remain open until June 28. The recruitment drive aims to fill a total of 304 vacancies.

Indian Air Force Vacancy Details

AFCAT (Flying): 29 seats AFCAT Ground Duty Technical: Aeronautical Engineering Electronics (AE (L)): 111 seats Aeronautical Engineering Mechanical (AE (M)): 45 seats AFCAT Ground Duty Non-Technical: Administration (Admin): 54 seats Logistics (LGS): 17 seats Accounts: 12 seats Education: 09 seats Meteorology Entry: 10 seats For each branch, specific eligibility criteria apply:

AFCAT Entry Flying:

Candidates must have passed with a minimum of 50% marks each in Maths and Physics at the 10+2 level and hold one of the following additional degrees:

Graduation with a minimum three-year degree course in any discipline from a recognized university with at least 60% marks or equivalent. BE/B Tech degree (four-year course) from a recognised university with at least 60% marks or equivalent. Cleared Section A & B examination of the Associate Membership of the Institution of Engineers (India) or Aeronautical Society of India from a recognized university with at least 60% marks or equivalent. Aeronautical Engineering Electronics:

10+2 with 60% marks in Physics and Mathematics. Graduation/Integrated PG Degree in Engineering/Technology. Aeronautical Engineering Mechanical:

Minimum 60% marks each in Physics and Mathematics at 10+2 level. 4-year Engineering/Technology degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Aeronautical Engineering, or equivalent. Ground Duty Non-Technical:

Administration and Logistics: Bachelor's degree in any stream with at least 60% marks. Accounts: Bachelor's degree in Commerce (BCom) with at least 60% marks. The AFCAT examination is scheduled to be conducted on August 9, 10, and 11.

Age Limits:

Flying Branch through AFCAT and NCC Special Entry: 20 to 24 years Ground Duty (Technical & Non-Technical) Branch: 20 to 26 years Selected candidates will receive a competitive pay scale, with a Flying Officer earning between Rs 56,100 and Rs 1,77,500.

It's essential to note that the written examination and SSB test will be provisional, subject to the candidates satisfying the prescribed eligibility conditions. Any discrepancy found before or after the examinations may lead to the cancellation of candidature by the IAF, as mentioned in the official notice.