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Indian Air Force

Indian Air Force Airmen

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Indian Air Force Airmen
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Eligibility for Applying Online

The provided source states that Airmen vacancies for Group X and Y were usually announced twice a year, in June and December. The selection process described consists of three phases, followed by a final merit list.

Educational Qualification

Group X (Except Educational Instructor Trade)

  • Passed Intermediate/10+2/equivalent with Mathematics, Physics and English, with at least 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.
  • OR passed a three-year Diploma in Engineering in any stream from a government-recognized Polytechnic institute, with 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English, if English was a subject.

Group Y (Except specified trades)

Passed Intermediate/10+2/equivalent in any stream or subjects approved by Central/State Education Boards, with at least 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.

Group Y Medical Assistant Trade

Passed Intermediate/10+2/equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English, with at least 50% aggregate marks and 50% marks in English.

The source states that candidates eligible for Group X based on 10+2 could also opt for Group Y in the same sitting. Check the applicable recruitment notification for current eligibility and group structure.

Age limit16 to 20 years
Minimum height152.5 cm
Chest expansionMinimum 5 cm

Documents Required for Online Application

  • Class 10th/Matriculation passing certificate.
  • 10+2 marksheet.
  • Recent passport-size colour photograph, 10 KB to 50 KB, front portrait with a light background. No headgear except for Sikhs. Candidate should hold a black slate at chest level with their name and date of photograph written clearly in white chalk, in capital letters.
  • Left-hand thumb impression image, 10 KB to 50 KB.
  • Candidate's signature image, 10 KB to 50 KB.
  • Parent's signature image, if the candidate is below 18 years on the application date.
  • Valid email ID and mobile number.

The source instructs candidates to carry a colour printout of the provisional admit card to the examination centre.

Airmen Selection Portal
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Phase I – Online Test

Eligible candidates are sent provisional admit cards for Phase I to their registered email IDs.

Group X60 minutes70English (20), Physics (25), Mathematics (25)
Group Y45 minutes50English (20), RAGA (30)
Group X & Y85 minutes100English (20), Physics (25), Mathematics (25), RAGA (30)

The source specifies the 10+2 CBSE syllabus for English, Physics and Mathematics. RAGA means Reasoning & General Awareness.

Marking Pattern

  • Correct answer: +1 mark.
  • Unattempted question: 0 marks.
  • Incorrect answer: -0.25 marks.

According to the source, candidates must qualify in each paper separately in their respective group.

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Phase II – Selection Process

Shortlisted candidates are sent a new Phase II admit card to their registered email ID. Candidates must report at the designated Airmen Selection Centre on the specified date and time.

Documents to Carry

  • Colour printout of Phase II admit card.
  • Colour printout of the completed application form.
  • HB pencil, eraser, sharpener, glue stick, stapler and black/blue ballpoint pen.
  • Eight unattested recent passport-size colour photographs matching the online application photograph.
  • Original and four self-attested photocopies of Intermediate/10+2/equivalent passing certificate and marksheet.
  • SOAF (Son of Air Force Personnel) certificate, if applicable.

Physical Fitness Test (PFT)

  • 1.6 km run within 6 minutes 30 seconds.
  • 10 push-ups.
  • 10 sit-ups.
  • 20 squat-ups.

Candidates are advised to bring sports shoes and shorts/track pants.

Adaptability Tests

  • Adaptability Test-I: MCQ-based psychological test described as based on SRT (Situation Reaction Test).
  • Adaptability Test-II: Group Discussion or Debate, as described in the source.
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Phase III & Final Merit List

The provided source mentions a three-phase selection process and a final merit list, but does not provide detailed Phase III criteria. Refer to the applicable official recruitment notification for complete details.

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