The Indian Air Force has released the exam pattern for its Agneepath exam. The exam pattern consists of the following:

• Phase-I: Online Test
• Phase-II: Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Adaptability Test I, Adaptability Test II
• Phase-III: Medical Examination

Like all defence-related organisations, the Indian Air Force (IAF)  comes with its exam pattern. What they are will be discussed in length in this article.

That way candidates will be familiar with the Indian Air Force Agneepath Exam Pattern for future instances of the exam.

The Indian Air Force also conducts the Air Force Common Admission Test for multiple posts in the force. It is not part of the Agnipath Scheme and is a separate exam. To know more visit the linked article.

What is the Agneepath Scheme?

Agneepath Army Bharti Scheme is a central government scheme for youth to give entry into the Indian Armed Forces.Under the scheme, Indian youth can join the defence services for four years and will be able to serve the country.

Exam Pattern for Indian Air Force Agnipath Exam

The phase-I exam pattern for Indian Air Force Agnipath Exam are as follows:

The marking scheme is as follows:

1. One mark for every correct answer.
2. Nil (0) marks for unattempted question.
3. 0.25 marks shall be deducted for each wrong answer

Phase- II of the examination consists of the following:

1. Physical Fitness Test (PFT): The PFT would consist of 1.6 Km run to be completed within 06 minutes 30 seconds. Candidates shall also have to complete 10 Push-ups, 10 Sit-ups and 20 Squats within the stipulated time to qualify in the Physical Fitness Test.

• Note: Candidates are advised to bring their sports shoes and shorts/track pants. Candidates shall sign a consent form prior to appearing in physical fitness test/medical test for selection in IAF.

2. Adaptability Test- I: All candidates who pass the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) shall have to undertake the Adaptability Test-I (objective type written test) which is to assess suitability of a candidate for employment in the IAF which involves deployment in varied geographic terrain, weather and operational conditions.

3. Adaptability Test- II: All candidates who pass Adaptability Test-I shall have to undertake Adaptability Test-II as per policy in vogue. Adaptability Test-II is to select candidates who can adapt to the environment of the Indian Air Force and are able to adjust to the military way of life.

Salient points about the Phase-II of the Exam

1. Under no circumstances the candidates shall be permitted to appear in Phase-II of the selection test without original educational marks sheets/passing certificates & documents prescribed beforehand.

The documents are as follows:

• Colour print out of admit card for Phase-II.
• Colour print out of duly filled application form downloaded on completion of online registration.
• HB pencil, eraser, sharpener, glue stick, stapler and black/blue ball point pen for writing.
• Eight copies of un-attested passport size colour photograph (which was used for the online application registration).
• Original and four self-attested photocopies of matriculation passing certificate (required for verification of candidate’s name, father’s name and his date of birth).
• Original and four self-attested photocopies of matriculation marks sheet (only applicable for three years diploma course holders when English is not a subject in diploma course).
• Original and four self-attested photocopies of Intermediate/10+2/equivalent examination passing certificate and marksheet.
• Original and four self-attested photocopies of three years diploma course passing certificate and marks sheets of all semesters.
• Original and four self-attested photocopies of two years vocational course passing certificate and all marks sheets including non-vocational courses with subjects English, Physics and Mathematics.
• Certificate for SOAFP (Son of Air Force Personnel), including certificate for sons of serving/retired/ deceased Air Force civilian employees paid out of defence estimates is to be downloaded as the case may be, from the download section of CASB web portal and brought along while reporting for Phase – II of the Examination.
• Original Phase-I admit card used during Phase-I test bearing Air Force seal and invigilator’s signature.
• Original and four self-attested photocopies of NCC ‘A’, ‘B’ or ‘C’ certificate (if applicable)

2. However, candidates with photocopies of educational marks sheets/passing certificates may be permitted to appear in the selection test only on production of a certificate from college/school principal certifying that educational certificates/marks sheets are deposited with college/school. In exceptional circumstances, DigiLocker verified certificates will be accepted and candidates issued with CSV (certificate subject to verification).

3. Candidates are thereafter required to submit original certificates to nearest ASC within one month from date of issue of CSV.

4. The original passing certificates/marks sheets shall not be retained by the selection centre. The same shall be returned to the candidates on completion of detailed verification.

Phase – III of the examination consists of the following:

Medical Examination. Candidates who qualify Adaptability Test-II shall be issued with a medical appointment letter at respective ASCs for their medical examination at designated Medical Boarding Centre (MBC) on the specified date.

Medical examination shall be conducted by Air Force Medical Team as per IAF medical standards and policy in vogue on subject issues. Medical examination would also include Baseline Investigation of:-

1. Blood Haemogram – Hb, TLC, DLC
2. Urine RE/ME
3. Biochemistry
4. Blood Sugar Fasting & PP
5. Serum Cholesterol
6. Urea, Uric acid, Creatinine
7. LFT- Serum Bilurubin, SGOT, SGPT
8. X- Ray chest (PA view)
9. ECG (R)
10. Tests for Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substance Abuse.
11. Any other test necessary in the opinion of the Medical Officer.

Salient points to be kept in mind during medical examination

• Candidates are advised to get tartar and stains removed from their teeth before appearing for the Medical
• Examination. Ears should be free of wax. Candidates should be prepared to stay for the medical test for four to five days under their own arrangement.
• No TA/DA shall be admissible. Candidates using corrective glasses must be in possession of a prescription from an ophthalmologist bearing stamp and registration number and it should not be more than one month old.
• Passing in the medical examination is not a guarantee for employment in Indian Air Force

Candidates can refer to the following links for more information on other defence exams