Introduction
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially released the provisional answer key for the Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027 online examination. This key allows candidates who appeared for the exam on March 30 and 31, 2026, to verify their responses and estimate their tentative scores before the final results are declared in May.
📅 Important Dates
It is crucial for candidates to note the objection window timeline, as the portal for challenging the answer key is open for a very limited period.
| Event | Date |
| Online Examination Held | March 30 & 31, 2026 |
| Provisional Answer Key Released | April 03, 2026 |
| Last Date to Raise Objections | April 05, 2026 (11:55 PM) |
| Phase 1 Result Declaration | May 2026 (Expected) |
📊 Vacancy & Post-wise Details
The recruitment is conducted under the Agnipath Scheme for the post of Agniveervayu.
- Total Vacancies: Estimated around 3,500+ (Subject to service requirements).
- Streams: * Science Subjects: Physics, Mathematics, and English.
- Other Than Science Subjects: English, Reasoning, and General Awareness (RAGA).
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
- Science Subjects: Passed 10+2 with Mathematics, Physics, and English with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
- Other Than Science Subjects: Passed 10+2 in any stream with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
- Diploma Holders: 3-Year Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Electronics/Automobile/CS/IT/Instrumentation) with 50% marks.
2. Age Criteria (As of Enrollment)
- Minimum Age: 17.5 Years
- Maximum Age: 21 Years
- DOB Range: Candidates born between 01 January 2006 and 01 July 2009 (both dates inclusive) are eligible for this intake.
💰 Application Fees
For the 2026 recruitment cycle, the examination fee was uniform for all categories:
- All Candidates: ₹550 + 18% GST = ₹649/-
- Payment Mode: Online via Net Banking, Credit/Debit Cards, or UPI.
📝 How to Check Air Force Answer Key 2026
- Visit the official IAF recruitment portal: iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in.
- Click on the “Candidate Login” tab for Agniveervayu Intake 01/2027.
- Enter your Registered Email ID and Password.
- Solve the Captcha and click Sign In.
- Click on the link for “Download Response Sheet / Answer Key”.
- Compare your marked answers with the correct options provided.
- To raise an objection, select the question number, upload supporting documents, and pay the required fee before the April 5 deadline.
📏 Selection Process
- Phase 1: Online Written Examination (CBT).
- Phase 2: Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Adaptability Test-I, and Adaptability Test-II.
- Phase 3: Detailed Medical Examination.
🔗 Important Links Box
| Description | Link |
| Download Answer Key (Candidate Login) | 📝 Click Here to Login |
| Official Notification (PDF) | 📥 Download Notification |
| Official Website | 🌐 agnipathvayu.cdac.in |
Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only based on recent updates. Candidates are strictly advised to read the official notification carefully on the IAF portal. The final authority for all recruitment-related decisions rests with the Indian Air Force.
