Indian Air Force invites unmarried male citizens of India and Nepal born between 07 July 1997 and 20 December 2000 (both days inclusive) to join as an Airman in Group X (Technical) Trades and Group Y {Non-Technical except Automobile Technician, GTI, IAF(P), IAF(S) & Musician} Trades.
Education Qualification:
Intermediate/10+2/ Equivalent examination from Education Board recognised by COBSE (or) Three years Diploma Course in Engineering from a Government recognised Polytechnic Institute.
Pay Scale:
| Rank | Pay Band | Grade Pay | MSP | Pay in Band |
| Air Craftsman | Rs. 5200 – 20200 | Rs. 2000/- | Rs.2000/- | Pay Band 1 |
| Leading Air Craftsman | Rs. 2000/- | Rs.2000/- | ||
| Corporal | Rs. 2400/- | Rs.2000/- | ||
| Seargent | Rs. 2800/- | Rs.2000/- | ||
| Junior Warrant Officer | Rs. 9300 – 34800 | Rs. 4200/- | Rs.2000/- | Pay Band 2 |
| Warrant Officer | Rs. 4600/- | Rs.2000/- | ||
| Master Warrant Officer | Rs. 4800/- | Rs.2000/- |
Perks:
| Allowances | In addition to the above, various allowances like Dearness Allowance (calculated on Pay Band + Grade Pay + MSP), Transport Allowance, Composite Personal Maintenance Allowance (CPMA), Flying/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 | Ration, Clothing, Medical facilities, Leave (60 days + 30 days in a year), 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. Group Insurance Cover of Rs. 25,00,000/- at a premium of Rs. 1,730/- pm, is covered for all airmen and facility of Group Housing Scheme is also extended. |
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Career Progression:
The initial period of engagement in the IAF is 20 years, which can be extended up to the age of 57 years. Promotion prospects up to the rank of Master Warrant Officer exist to the deserving airmen. Opportunities to become a Commissioned Officer also exist for those airmen who qualify the prescribed examination, later in their service career.
Mode of Selection:
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.
How to Apply:
Interested and eligible candidates may apply online through the website (given below). ONLINE REGISTRATION for the Selection Test will be open from 15 September 2016 to 29 September 2016. Candidates are advised to go through the Notification carefully before applying.
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