Overview
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released the Agniveer Vayu Answer Key 2026 along with candidates’ response sheets for the online examination. Applicants can log in to the recruitment portal to compare their recorded responses with the provisional answers and calculate their likely scores. The answer-key notice does not specify the total number of vacancies, as recruitment is conducted against intake-wise service requirements.
Key Highlights
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Organization | Indian Air Force |
| Post Name | Agniveer Vayu |
| Total Vacancies | Not specified; intake-wise requirement |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in |
Important Dates
Candidates should check their login dashboard regularly because the response-sheet download and objection window may remain available only for a limited period.
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Start | TBA |
| Last Date | TBA |
| Exam Date | Held in 2026; exact date TBA |
| Answer Key Release | Released in 2026; exact date TBA |
| Result Date | TBA |
Eligibility Criteria
The eligibility conditions must be verified from the detailed notification for the relevant Agniveer Vayu intake. The usual requirements are outlined below for reference.
Educational Qualification
- For science subjects, candidates should have passed Class 12 or an equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics and English, generally securing at least 50% aggregate marks and 50% in English.
- Candidates with a three-year engineering diploma in a notified discipline may also be eligible, subject to the prescribed aggregate and English marks.
- A two-year vocational course with Physics and Mathematics may be accepted where it meets the conditions specified in the intake notification.
- For streams other than science, candidates generally need to have passed Class 12 in any recognised stream with the required aggregate and English marks.
- Educational certificates must have been issued by a recognised board, council or institution.
Age Limit
- The candidate’s date of birth must fall within the range mentioned in the applicable intake notification.
- Agniveer Vayu recruitment normally covers candidates around 17.5 to 21 years of age on the prescribed date.
- Candidates must not exceed 21 years of age on the date of enrolment, unless a specific relaxation is officially announced.
- Applicants should also satisfy the prescribed marital-status and nationality conditions.
Fees
- The examination fee is generally ₹550 plus applicable GST for Agniveer Vayu applications.
- Payment is made online through the options available on the recruitment portal.
- Candidates should consult the relevant notification for the exact fee, payment deadline and refund conditions.
- No separate payment should be made for downloading the answer key or response sheet. An objection fee may apply if an answer-key challenge facility is provided.
Selection Process
- Online Examination: Candidates first appear for the computer-based test covering subjects applicable to their chosen science or non-science group. Marks are assessed using the notified marking scheme.
- Physical and Adaptability Tests: Shortlisted candidates are called for the Physical Fitness Test, document verification and Adaptability Tests I and II, as applicable.
- Medical Examination and Final Enrolment: Candidates clearing the earlier stages undergo an Air Force medical examination. Final selection is based on merit, medical fitness, eligibility and availability of vacancies.
The provisional answer key helps candidates estimate their examination score. It should not be treated as the final result or a confirmation of qualification for the next stage.
How to Apply
Candidates who have already taken the examination can follow these steps to access the answer key and response sheet:
- Visit the official Indian Air Force Agniveer Vayu recruitment portal.
- Open the candidate login or Agniveer Vayu answer-key section displayed on the homepage.
- Enter the registered email address or application number, password and security code, where required.
- Select the relevant intake and examination from the candidate dashboard.
- Click the link for the Answer Key, Question Paper or Response Sheet.
- Compare the recorded responses with the provisional answers and calculate the probable score using the notified marking method.
- If an objection facility is active, select the disputed question, upload supporting documentary evidence and pay the prescribed fee, if applicable.
- Submit the challenge before the deadline and retain the acknowledgement for reference.
- Download and save the response sheet PDF because the link may be withdrawn after the objection window closes.
Candidates facing login problems should use the password-recovery option and ensure that they enter the same credentials used during registration. Objections submitted through email or after the deadline may not be considered.
Important Links
FAQs
1. Is the IAF Agniveer Vayu Answer Key 2026 available?
Yes. The answer key and candidate response sheet have been released through the online recruitment login.
2. How can candidates download the response sheet?
Candidates must log in with their registered credentials, open the relevant examination dashboard and download the response-sheet PDF.
3. When will the IAF Agniveer Vayu result be announced?
The result date is TBA. The final result is expected after examination of valid objections and preparation of the revised answer key.
