Joining IAF what you should Know?
The
selection as an Airman in the IAF is conducted through All India Selection
Tests and Recruitment Rallies. All India Selection Tests are conducted at the
Airmen Selection Centres (ASCs) located all over India as per schedule, whereas
the Recruitment Rallies are conducted from time to time in selected
areas/regions of particular States/Union Territories of the country.
(a) All
India Selection Tests (STs) : Advertisements are published in
Employment News/Rozgar Samachar inviting the applications for All India
Selection Tests (STs). In response to the advertisement, eligible male Indian
Citizens (including the citizens of Nepal) are to forward application to the
President, Central Airmen Selection Board, Post Box No. 11807, New Delhi �110
010. The Board sends admit cards to eligible and short-listed candidates to
appear in the Selection Tests.
(b) Recruitment
Rallies :
Advertisements for Rallies are published with the details of eligibility
conditions, selection programme and rally venue in popular local/regional
newspapers circulated in the region/area of the rally. For rally recruitment,
eligible candidates are to report to the rally venue with the requisite
documents. These documents will be scrutinized and verified by the Testing
Team..
SEQUENCE OF EXAMINATION
Written Test
(a) Group 'X' (Technical) Trades Candidates are tested in English, Physics and Mathematics. Duration of written test will be 60 minutes.
(b) Group 'X' (Education Instructor) Trades There will be two papers � an Objective type and a Descriptive type. The Objective type of paper would cover General English, General Awareness and Current Affairs. The Descriptive type of paper would aim to test the language comprehension and power of expression. Both of the question papers will be administered in one go with duration of 40 and 35 minutes for Objective and Descriptive papers respectively.
(c) Group 'Y' (Non-Technical) Trades Candidates are tested in English and Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA). Duration of written test will be 45 minutes.
(d) Group 'Y' (Musician) Trades Candidates are tested in English dictation and proficiency to play the musical instrument applied for.
Written Test will be objective type and question paper will be bilingual (English & Hindi), except for English paper. Written test will be based on CBSE up to class XII syllabus. Candidates are to qualify in each paper/test separately. Result of written test is declared on the same day.
Physical Fitness Test (PFT): Candidates passing the
written test are to undergo Physical Fitness Test (PFT). Passing the PFT is
mandatory. The PFT for all trades [except IAF (Security)] consists of a 1.6 Km
run to be completed within 8 minutes. The PFT for IAF (Security) trade includes
a 2.4 Km run & 5 Km run to be completed in 15 minutes & 30 minutes
respectively. Candidates above 27 years of age will be given relaxation in PFT
timing as per existing norms (Applicable to serving NC (E) s only). Candidates completing
PFT faster are awarded additional marks on a sliding scale.
Interview: Candidates passsing PFT will be
interviewed by a team of Officers & Warrant ranks. Interview is normally
conducted in English. Working knowledge of English is thus essential.
Trade Allocation Test (TAT) : Candidates of Group
'X' (Technical) trades who qualify in interview are to undergo Trade Allocation
Test for bifurcation into Mechanical and Electronics stream. Specific
trade allotment within these streams will be carried out at Basic Training
Institute (BTI), Air Force (Belgaum).
Medical : Candidates who have been recommended
in the interview will be medically examined by the Recruitment Medical Team as
per Indian Air Force Medical Standards.
All India Select List (AISL) : Candidates who
pass the Written Test, complete PFT within the given time, clear the interview
and have undergone Medical Examination are arranged in the All India Select
List (AISL). The inclusion of names of the candidates in the AISL depends upon
the performance of the candidates in the Selection Test and number of vacancies
to be filled. The candidates are enrolled in the Indian Air Force as per the
existing vacancies.
Watch out for our Advertisement for Selection Tests in the Employment News/Rozgar Samachar and curtain raisers as well as Advertisements for Recruitment Rallies in National & Regional News Papers from time to time. For more career details log on to Indian Air Force website: www.indianairforce.nic.in or E-mail your queries to: casb@iaf.nic.in.
Watch out for our Advertisement for Selection Tests in the Employment News/Rozgar Samachar and curtain raisers as well as Advertisements for Recruitment Rallies in National & Regional News Papers from time to time. For more career details log on to Indian Air Force website: www.indianairforce.nic.in or E-mail your queries to: casb@iaf.nic.in.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:AIRMEN
AGE LIMIT AND EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION
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To get selected as an Airman, the candidate must be physically
and mentally FIT to perform duties in any part of the world, climate and
terrain. Medical Standards to become an Airman are as follows:-
(a) Visual Standards and Height :
As per table given below.
(b) Weight
: Weight should be proportionate to height and
age.
(c) Chest
: Minimum range of
expansion
: 5 cm
(d) Hearing
: Should have normal hearing i.e. able to hear forced whisper
from a distance of 6 meters by each ear separately.
(e) Dental
: Should have healthy gums, good set of teeth and minimum 14
dental points.
(f) Health
: Should have no medical or surgical deformity and should be
free from all communicable diseases & skin ailments.
Visual Standards, Height and Leg Length :
(Specific to Trades)
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Trade
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Visual Acuity
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Maximum limits of Ref Error
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Colour Vision
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Height
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Leg length
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GROUP 'X'
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Workshop Fitter (Mechanical)
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6/12 each eye
correctable to 6/6 each eye.
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Hypermetropia: + 2.0 D Myopia: 1D including+0.50
astigmatism
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CP-II
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152.5 cms
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Not Applicable
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Workshop Fitter (Smith)
Structure Fitter-AF Fit, Propulsion Fitter-Eng Fit |
6/12 each eye
correctable to 6/6 each eye.
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Hypermetropia: + 2.0 D Myopia: 1D including+0.50
astigmatism
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CP-II
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152.5 cms
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Not Applicable
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Electronic Fitter-Rdo, Rad F(L)
Electrical Fitter-Elect, Inst, Photo/Fit. Weapon Fitter Automobile Fitter-MT Fit, MF (M) Mecahnical System Fitter-PMF(M). |
6/12 each eye
correctable to 6/6 each eye.
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Hypermetropia: + 2.0 D Myopia: 1D including+0.50
astigmatism
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CP-II
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152.5 cms
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Minimum leg length required for Mechanical system Fitter and
Automobile Fitter is 99 cm
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Education INSTRUCTOR
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6/36 each eye
correctable to 6/9 each eye.
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Not exceeding +3.50D including astigmatism
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CP-III
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152 cms
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Not Applicable
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GROUP 'Y'
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Ops AssistantADSO, AFSO, GTI
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6/12 each eye
correctable to 6/6 each eye
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Hypermetropia +2.0D
Myopia -1D Including +0.50 Astigmatism |
CP-II
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152.5 cm
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Not Applicable
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Adm Assistant- Clk GD, Cat Asst
Account Assistant, Clk EA/PA, Clk Accts. Med Asst Logistics Assistant-Eqp Asst |
6/36 each eye
correctable to 6/9 each eye
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Not exceeding +3.50D including astigmatism
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CP-III
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152.5 cm
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Not Applicable
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Environmental Support Services Assistant (ESSA)- ACH/GD, SEW, Photo Tech,
Cryptographer Met Assistant, Communication Techinician- Rdo Tech, RTO |
6/36 each eye
correctable to 6/9 each eye
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Not exceeding +3.50D including astigmatism
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CP-II
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152.5 cm
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Not Applicable
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Auto Technician- MT Tech, MTD
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6/12 each eye
correctable to 6/6 each eye
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Hypermetropia +2.0D
Myopia - 1D including+0.50 Astigmatism |
CP-II
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165 Cms (162.5 cms for North East & Hill states)
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Minimum leg length required 99 cm
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Ground Training Instructor (GTI)
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6/12 each eye
correctable to 6/6 each eye.
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Hypermetropia +2.0D
Myopia -1D Including +0.50 Astigmatism |
CP-II
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167 cm
(162.5 cm for North East & Hill states) |
Not Applicable
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Indian Air Force (Police) {IAF (P)}
PJI |
Unaided visual
acuity of 6/6
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Not Applicable
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CP-II
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175 cms
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Not Applicable
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Indian Air Force (Security) {IAF (S)}
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Unaided visual
acuity of 6/6
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Not Applicable
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CP-II
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172 cm(162 cm for North East & Hill states)
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Not Applicable
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Musician
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6/36 each eye
correctable to 6/9 each eye
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Not exceeding+3.50D
including Astigmatism |
CP-III
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162 cms
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Not Applicable
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NC(E)
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6/36 each eye
correctable to 6/9
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Not exceeding+3.50D
including Astigmatism |
CP-III
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152.5 cm
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Not Applicable
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Note :
(a) Candidates should bring latest prescription and spectacle for corrected vision, if used. The prescription must bear the signature, stamp and registration number of Eye Specialist. Corneal Surgery (PRK/LASIK) is not acceptable.
(b) Candidates are advised to get tartar & stains removed from their teeth before appearing for the written test. Ears should be free of wax.
(a) Candidates should bring latest prescription and spectacle for corrected vision, if used. The prescription must bear the signature, stamp and registration number of Eye Specialist. Corneal Surgery (PRK/LASIK) is not acceptable.
(b) Candidates are advised to get tartar & stains removed from their teeth before appearing for the written test. Ears should be free of wax.
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PAY
& ALLOWANCES. During training a stipend
of Rs. 8,550/-pm will be paid. On
completion of training, one is placed in the emoluments as under.
Promotion to next Pay Band is as per the policy in vogue.
The
Pay Scale of airmen of various ranks is given below:
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RANKS
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PAY BAND
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Grade Pay
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Pay Band � 1
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Air Craftsman (AC)
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Rs. 5200 - 20200
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Rs. 2000/-
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Leading Air Craftsman (LAC)
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Rs. 5200 - 20200
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Rs. 2000/-
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Corporal (Cpl)
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Rs. 5200 - 20200
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Rs. 2400/-
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Sergeant (Sgt)
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Rs. 5200 - 20200
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Rs. 2800/-
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Pay Band � 2
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Junior Warrant Officer (JWO)
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Rs. 9300 - 34800
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Rs. 4200/-
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Warrant Officer (WO)
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Rs. 9300 - 34800
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Rs. 4600/-
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Master Warrant Officer(MWO)
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Rs. 9300 - 34800
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Rs. 4800/-
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PERKS
Allowances. In
addition to the above, Military Service Pay (MSP) of Rs.2,000/- per month is
paid to all airmen. Various other allowances like Dearness Allowance
(calculated on Pay Band + Grade Pay + MSP), Transport Allowance, Composite
Personal Maintenance Allowance, Fly/Para Jumping Instructor Allowance, Leave
Ration Allowance, Family planning Allowance, High Altitude Allowance, Field
Area/Modified Field Area Allowance etc are also admissible as applicable from
time to time.
Perquisites. Perks
such as Ration, Clothing, Medical facilities, Leave (60 days Annual and 30 days
Casual in a Calendar year as a privilege), Accommodation, Educational
concession to children, recreational facilities, free transport for school
going children and Leave Travel Concession are also provided as per the
existing rules. Post-retirement benefits include pension, gratuity and leave
encashment. Notwithstanding the above, Group Insurance Cover of Rs. 25,00,000/-
at a premium of Rs. 1,730/- per month, is covered for all airmen and facility
of Group Housing Scheme is also extended. Other facilities by Air Force Wives
Welfare Association are also extended for family of airmen.
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