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The Indian Air Force recruits the candidates as Airmen in various groups and departments through Group X and Y exams. The candidates can get an entry-level job in Indian Air Force through this exam to serve the nation. This exam is conducted by CASB (Central Airmen Selection Board) every year. The eligible candidates can apply for this exam after releasing of official notification.
The selection of candidates is done based on a written exam, physical fitness test, medical exam, etc. After qualifying all these stages the candidates get the joining letter and are called for training. After completion of training, the candidates are posted in various air force stations and units as Airmen.
This is a very desirable vacancy for all the aspirants who want to make their career by joining the Indian Air Force. The candidates get all the facilities and allowances along with a decent salary from the Indian Air Force.
Latest Notification
The Indian Air Force (IAF) recruits candidates every year by providing entry-level jobs as Airmen by conducting IAF Group X and IAF Group Y exams. The candidates can get their dream job in Indian Air Force to fulfill their dream to serve the nation by joining the defense forces. This exam is done for both technical (group X) and non-technical (group Y) groups under the departments of IAF. After the release of the official notification, the candidates can apply for the application form online.
Registration
After the release of the notification, the candidates can apply online. But some students face problems while filling out online application forms. Here we are going to mention the step-wise process to apply online for this exam. So follow these steps to fill out the application successfully.
step.1 Visit the official website https://airmenselection.cdac.in/
step.2 Click on the tab New User Register
step.3 On the registration page you have to fill in all the details like name, mobile number, email id, etc. to register successfully.
step.4 You will get the registration number and password on your registered mobile number and email.
step.5 Enter the registration number and password to log in successfully.
step.6 You will get the online application form here, select the post and fill in all credentials like full name, parent/guardian name, date of birth, address, educational qualification, etc.
step.7 Upload all the documents like photographs, signatures, caste/category certificates, educational certificates, etc. in the required size and format.
step.8 Go for the online payment
step.9 Submit the application form
step.10 Take a printout of the application form for future use.
Syllabus
Syllabus for Airmen Group X:
As we discuss above IAF Group X is an online exam having 70 questions for 70 marks and time is given 60minutes to solve the question paper. It includes three sections namely English, Mathematics, and Physics. The detailed section-wise syllabus is mentioned below:
IAF Group X & Y syllabus for English:
| Syllabus for English | |
|---|---|
| English Grammar | Error detection |
| Noun and its types | Fill in the blanks |
| Pronoun, verb, adjective, adverb, preposition, etc. | Cloze test |
| Sentence formation | Synonyms and antonyms |
| Models | One word substitution |
| Clause | Idioms and phrases |
| Narration | Reading comprehension |
| Subject-verb agreement | Writing comprehension |
IAF Group X syllabus for Physics:
| Syllabus for Physics | |
|---|---|
| Units and measurement | Wave optics |
| Kinematics | Electrostatics |
| Laws of motion | Current Electricity |
| Work, Energy, and Power | Magnetic Effect of current and magnetism |
| The motion of particles of the system and rigid bodies | Electromagnetic Induction (EMI) |
| .. Gravitation | Alternating current (AC) |
| Properties of materials | Particle Physics |
| Thermodynamics | Electronic devices |
| Ideal gases and their kinetic theory | Communication |
| Light | |
IAF Group X syllabus for Mathematics:
| Syllabus for Mathematics | |
|---|---|
| Sets, relations, and function | Conic section |
| Complex numbers | Matrices and determinants |
| Quadratic equations | Three-dimensional (3d) geometry |
| Linear inequalities | Limits and Continuity |
| Mathematical induction | Differentiation and its applications |
| Sequence and series | Indefinite integral |
| Binomial theorem | Definite integral |
| Permutation and combinations | Application of integral |
| Trigonometric functions | Differential equations |
| Inverse trigonometric functions | Mathematical reasoning |
| Cartesian and rectangular coordinate system | Linear programming |
| Straight lines | Vector Calculus |
| Circle | Probability and statistics |
Group Y Syllabus
Syllabus for Airmen Group Y:
The IAF Group Y exam consists of two major sections RAGA and English having a total of 50 questions for 50 marks and time duration of 45 minutes allotted to attempt the question paper. The detailed chapter-wise syllabus is mentioned below:
IAF Group Y syllabus for Reasoning:
| Syllabus for Reasoning | |
|---|---|
| Analogy | Mathematical operations |
| Classification | Counting figures |
| Code-Decode | Dice and cube |
| Syllogism | Logical reasoning |
| Venn diagram | Mirror and water images |
| Blood relation | Non-verbal reasoning |
| Direction and distance | Paper cutting and folding |
| Calendar and Clock | Embedded figures |
| Seating arrangement | Sentence and arguments |
| Order and ranking | Inequalities |
IAF Group Y syllabus for General Awareness:
| Syllabus for General Awareness | |
|---|---|
| History | History of ancient India, Medieval India, and History of Modern India |
| Geography | Indian and world geography |
| Polity | Indian Constitution and others |
| Economics | General knowledge |
| General Science | Biology, Physics, and Chemistry |
| Computer | Basic knowledge |
| Current Affairs | Current events - international issues, summits, conferences, appointments, sports, technology, environmental issues, awards and honors, books and authors, etc. |
Physical Test
IAF Group X and Y Physical Fitness Test Standards:
To get complete details about the IAF physical fitness test you can refer to the below table:
| Activity/Task | Details |
|---|---|
| Running | 1600m or 1.6Km running in 7 minutes |
| Push-ups | 10 push-ups in stipulated time |
| Situps | 10 sit-ups in stipulated time |
| Squats | 20 squats in stipulated time |
| Adaptability test 1 & 2 | The candidates qualified in PFT are eligible to appear in the adaptability test |
Medical Test
Particulars Details Height 1. 152.5 cms except for IAF (P) and Auto Tech trades 2. For IAF(P) trade – 165 Cms (For NE and Hill States) 175 Cms (For other States) 3. For Auto Tech trade -162.5 Cms (For NE and Hill States) 165 Cms (For other States) Chest The minimum expansion in the chest should be 5cm Weight The weight of candidates should be proportionate to height and age. However, the minimum weight of candidates should be 55kg Hearing The candidates should have a normal hearing i.e.able to hear forced whisper from a distance of 6 meters with each ear separately. Vision The candidates should have good 6/6 vision without color blindness Dental The candidates should have healthy and clean teeth with two sets of 14 teeth General health The candidate shall be physically and mentally FIT to perform duty in any part of the world, in any climate and terrain
Note: Refer to the official notification for detailed medical standards.
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility criteria consist of nationality, educational qualification, age limit, etc. which are shown in the below table:
| Post/Trade name | Age limit | Educational qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Airmen Group X | Candidates born between 16 January 2001 and 29 December 2004 (both days inclusive) are eligible to apply (from Batch 01/2022) | 10+2/Intermediate or its equivalent passed from any recognized Board/University with physics, mathematics, and English with 50% marks and 50% marks aggregate in English. Or 3 years diploma/polytechnic Engineering in any discipline from a recognized institute/university. |
| Airmen Group Y | Candidates born between 16 January 2001 and 29 December 2004 (both days inclusive) are eligible to apply (from Batch 01/2022) | 10+2/Intermediate passed in any stream from any recognized Board/University with a minimum of 50% marks and having 50% aggregate in English subject. |
Note: If the candidates fulfill the criteria for both Group X and Y they can apply to both X&Y groups.
Reservation
No, the reservation is not applicable in Air Force Group X and Y exams.
Application Fee
INR 250
Exam Pattern
The candidates need to crack the written test firstly convicted in online mode to get appear in the further selection stages. The written test will be MCQ-type paper and bilingual (Hindi & English). Fixed time duration is provided for this exam. The candidates appearing for both X & Y groups need to do both exams in the same sitting. The detailed exam pattern is mentioned below in the tabular form.
| Group/Trade | Subject | Number of questions | Total marks | Time duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For Airmen Group X | English | 20 | 70 | 1 hour or 60 minutes |
| Physics | 25 | |||
| Mathematics | 25 | |||
| For Airmen Group Y | English | 20 | 50 | 45 minutes |
| Reasoning and General Awareness (RAGA) | 30 | |||
| For Airmen Group X & Y both | English | 20 | 100 | 85 minutes |
| Physics | 25 | |||
| Mathematics | 25 | |||
| Reasoning and General Awareness (RAGA) | 30 |
Note: There is a negative marking of 1/4 or 0.25 for every wrong answer in both Group X and Y exams. There are no marks that will be deducted for unattempted questions.
Eligibilty Criteria
The eligibility criteria consist of nationality, educational qualification, age limit, etc. which are shown in the below table:
| Post/Trade name | Age limit | Educational qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Airmen Group X | Candidates born between 16 January 2001 and 29 December 2004 (both days inclusive) are eligible to apply (from Batch 01/2022) | 10+2/Intermediate or its equivalent passed from any recognized Board/University with physics, mathematics, and English with 50% marks and 50% marks aggregate in English. Or 3 years diploma/polytechnic Engineering in any discipline from a recognized institute/university. |
| Airmen Group Y | Candidates born between 16 January 2001 and 29 December 2004 (both days inclusive) are eligible to apply (from Batch 01/2022) | 10+2/Intermediate passed in any stream from any recognized Board/University with a minimum of 50% marks and having 50% aggregate in English subject. |
Note: If the candidates fulfill the criteria for both Group X and Y they can apply to both X&Y groups.
Exam Pattern
The candidates need to crack the written test firstly convicted in online mode to get appear in the further selection stages. The written test will be MCQ-type paper and bilingual (Hindi & English). Fixed time duration is provided for this exam. The candidates appearing for both X & Y groups need to do both exams in the same sitting. The detailed exam pattern is mentioned below in the tabular form.
| Group/Trade | Subject | Number of questions | Total marks | Time duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| For Airmen Group X | English | 20 | 70 | 1 hour or 60 minutes |
| Physics | 25 | |||
| Mathematics | 25 | |||
| For Airmen Group Y | English | 20 | 50 | 45 minutes |
| Reasoning and General Awareness (RAGA) | 30 | |||
| For Airmen Group X & Y both | English | 20 | 100 | 85 minutes |
| Physics | 25 | |||
| Mathematics | 25 | |||
| Reasoning and General Awareness (RAGA) | 30 |
Note: There is a negative marking of 1/4 or 0.25 for every wrong answer in both Group X and Y exams. There are no marks that will be deducted for unattempted questions.
Syllabus
Syllabus for Airmen Group X:
As we discuss above IAF Group X is an online exam having 70 questions for 70 marks and time is given 60minutes to solve the question paper. It includes three sections namely English, Mathematics, and Physics. The detailed section-wise syllabus is mentioned below:
IAF Group X & Y syllabus for English:
| Syllabus for English | |
|---|---|
| English Grammar | Error detection |
| Noun and its types | Fill in the blanks |
| Pronoun, verb, adjective, adverb, preposition, etc. | Cloze test |
| Sentence formation | Synonyms and antonyms |
| Models | One word substitution |
| Clause | Idioms and phrases |
| Narration | Reading comprehension |
| Subject-verb agreement | Writing comprehension |
IAF Group X syllabus for Physics:
| Syllabus for Physics | |
|---|---|
| Units and measurement | Wave optics |
| Kinematics | Electrostatics |
| Laws of motion | Current Electricity |
| Work, Energy, and Power | Magnetic Effect of current and magnetism |
| The motion of particles of the system and rigid bodies | Electromagnetic Induction (EMI) |
| .. Gravitation | Alternating current (AC) |
| Properties of materials | Particle Physics |
| Thermodynamics | Electronic devices |
| Ideal gases and their kinetic theory | Communication |
| Light | |
IAF Group X syllabus for Mathematics:
| Syllabus for Mathematics | |
|---|---|
| Sets, relations, and function | Conic section |
| Complex numbers | Matrices and determinants |
| Quadratic equations | Three-dimensional (3d) geometry |
| Linear inequalities | Limits and Continuity |
| Mathematical induction | Differentiation and its applications |
| Sequence and series | Indefinite integral |
| Binomial theorem | Definite integral |
| Permutation and combinations | Application of integral |
| Trigonometric functions | Differential equations |
| Inverse trigonometric functions | Mathematical reasoning |
| Cartesian and rectangular coordinate system | Linear programming |
| Straight lines | Vector Calculus |
| Circle | Probability and statistics |
Group Y Syllabus
Syllabus for Airmen Group Y:
The IAF Group Y exam consists of two major sections RAGA and English having a total of 50 questions for 50 marks and time duration of 45 minutes allotted to attempt the question paper. The detailed chapter-wise syllabus is mentioned below:
IAF Group Y syllabus for Reasoning:
| Syllabus for Reasoning | |
|---|---|
| Analogy | Mathematical operations |
| Classification | Counting figures |
| Code-Decode | Dice and cube |
| Syllogism | Logical reasoning |
| Venn diagram | Mirror and water images |
| Blood relation | Non-verbal reasoning |
| Direction and distance | Paper cutting and folding |
| Calendar and Clock | Embedded figures |
| Seating arrangement | Sentence and arguments |
| Order and ranking | Inequalities |
IAF Group Y syllabus for General Awareness:
| Syllabus for General Awareness | |
|---|---|
| History | History of ancient India, Medieval India, and History of Modern India |
| Geography | Indian and world geography |
| Polity | Indian Constitution and others |
| Economics | General knowledge |
| General Science | Biology, Physics, and Chemistry |
| Computer | Basic knowledge |
| Current Affairs | Current events - international issues, summits, conferences, appointments, sports, technology, environmental issues, awards and honors, books and authors, etc. |
Physical Test
IAF Group X and Y Physical Fitness Test Standards:
To get complete details about the IAF physical fitness test you can refer to the below table:
| Activity/Task | Details |
|---|---|
| Running | 1600m or 1.6Km running in 7 minutes |
| Push-ups | 10 push-ups in stipulated time |
| Situps | 10 sit-ups in stipulated time |
| Squats | 20 squats in stipulated time |
| Adaptability test 1 & 2 | The candidates qualified in PFT are eligible to appear in the adaptability test |
Medical Test
Particulars Details Height 1. 152.5 cms except for IAF (P) and Auto Tech trades 2. For IAF(P) trade – 165 Cms (For NE and Hill States) 175 Cms (For other States) 3. For Auto Tech trade -162.5 Cms (For NE and Hill States) 165 Cms (For other States) Chest The minimum expansion in the chest should be 5cm Weight The weight of candidates should be proportionate to height and age. However, the minimum weight of candidates should be 55kg Hearing The candidates should have a normal hearing i.e.able to hear forced whisper from a distance of 6 meters with each ear separately. Vision The candidates should have good 6/6 vision without color blindness Dental The candidates should have healthy and clean teeth with two sets of 14 teeth General health The candidate shall be physically and mentally FIT to perform duty in any part of the world, in any climate and terrain
Note: Refer to the official notification for detailed medical standards.
