Indian Air Force Airmen Medical Assistant Recruitment 2027 – Apply Online (Intake 01/2027)

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has released an official notification inviting online applications from eligible male Indian and Gorkha (Nepal) candidates to join the IAF as Airmen in Group ‘Y’ (Non-Technical) – Medical Assistant Trade for Airmen Intake 01/2027.

This recruitment offers a prestigious opportunity to serve in the Indian Air Force in the medical support services, involving nursing care, first aid, medical store management, and ward supervision. Selection will be conducted through online examination, physical fitness test, adaptability tests, and medical examination.

 

 

 

 

IAF Airmen Medical Assistant Recruitment 2027

Particulars	Details
Organization	Indian Air Force (IAF)
Post Name	Airmen – Medical Assistant
Group / Trade	Group ‘Y’ (Non-Technical)
Intake	01/2027
Gender	Male Only
Application Mode	Online
Selection Process	Exam, PFT, Adaptability Tests, Medical
Official Website	iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in

 

 

 

 

 

Important Dates

Event	Date
Online Registration Start Date	12 January 2026
Last Date to Apply Online	01 February 2026
Online Examination	30 & 31 March 2026
Phase-II Testing	To be notified
Provisional Select List	14 November 2026
Enrolment List	01 December 2026

 

 

 

 

 

Eligibility Criteria

Nationality

• Indian citizens OR

• Gorkha (subject of Nepal)

Marital Status

• Unmarried candidates are eligible

• Married candidates are eligible only for Pharmacy category as per age limits

 

 

 

 

 

Age Limit & Date of Birth

Medical Assistant (10+2 Candidates)

Criteria	Details
Date of Birth	Between 01 Jan 2006 – 01 Jan 2010
Upper Age at Enrolment	21 Years

Medical Assistant (Diploma / B.Sc Pharmacy)

Criteria	Details
Unmarried DOB	01 Jan 2003 – 01 Jan 2008
Married DOB	01 Jan 2003 – 01 Jan 2006
Upper Age at Enrolment	24 Years

 

 

 

 

Educational Qualification

For 10+2 / Vocational Candidates

• Passed 10+2 / Intermediate / Equivalent with
  Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English

• Minimum 50% marks aggregate

• Minimum 50% marks in English

OR

• Passed 2-year Vocational Course with
  Physics, Chemistry, Biology & English

• Minimum 50% aggregate and 50% in English

For Diploma / B.Sc in Pharmacy Candidates

• Passed 10+2 with PCB & English (50% aggregate, 50% English)

• Diploma or B.Sc in Pharmacy with minimum 50% marks

• Valid registration with State Pharmacy Council / PCI at enrolment

 

 

 

 

 

Physical Standards

Height

Trade	Minimum Height
Medical Assistant	152 cms

Chest (Male Only)

Requirement	Measurement
Minimum Chest	77 cms
Expansion	5 cms minimum

Hearing & Dental Standards

• Normal hearing (forced whisper from 6 meters)

• Healthy gums with minimum 14 dental points

• Dental implants & orthodontic appliances are not permitted

 

 

 

 

 

Physical Fitness Test (PFT)

PFT-I (Running)

Candidate Category	Distance	Time
Up to 21 Years	1.6 km	7 minutes
Above 21 Years (Pharmacy)	1.6 km	7 min 30 sec

PFT-II (After Rest)

Test	Standard
Push-ups	10 in 1 minute
Sit-ups	10 in 1 minute
Squats	20 in 1 minute

 

 

 

 

Medical Standards (Summary)

• Proportionate weight to height & age

• Normal anatomy without deformity

• No LASIK / PRK surgery allowed

• No narcotic or substance abuse (NDPS Act)

• Tattoos permitted only on allowed body parts

• Final fitness decided by IAF Medical Board

 

 

 

 

Selection Process

Phase	Details
Phase-I	Online Written Examination
Phase-II	PFT + Adaptability Test-I & II
Phase-III	Medical Examination
Final	Provisional Select List & Enrolment

 

 

Online Exam Pattern (Phase-I)

Subject	Duration
English
Reasoning & General Awareness	45 Minutes (Total)

Marking Scheme

• +1 for correct answer

• −0.25 for wrong answer

• 0 for unattempted questions

 

 

 

 

 

Pay, Allowances & Benefits

During Training

Details	Amount
Monthly Stipend	₹14,600

After Training

Details	Amount
Starting Gross Pay	₹26,900 per month

Additional Benefits

• DA, HRA, Transport Allowance

• Medical facilities & CSD benefits

• Group Insurance Cover – ₹62.5 Lakhs

• Leave: 60 days annual + 30 days casual

• LTC & Group Housing Scheme

 

 

 

 

 

Job Role – Medical Assistant

As a Medical Assistant, Airmen are trained in:

• Nursing & first aid

• Medical store & dispensary management

• Ward supervision

• Assisting medical officers

• Other Air Force duties as assigned

 

 

 

 

How to Apply Online

1. Visit iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in

2. Register using email ID & mobile number

3. Complete application form carefully

4. Upload photograph, signature & documents

5. Pay exam fee ₹550 + 18% GST

6. Submit application & print confirmation page

 

 

 

 

Documents Required (Phase-II)

• Admit Cards (Phase-I & II)

• Educational certificates & mark sheets

• Pharmacy registration (if applicable)

• Aadhaar / valid ID proof

• Passport-size photographs

• Tattoo photographs (if applicable)

• NOC / Discharge certificate (if applicable)

 

 

 

 

Important Instructions

• Only one application is allowed

• Mobile phones & electronic devices are prohibited

• No TA/DA for selection tests

• Selection is fair, transparent & merit-based

• Beware of impersonators and fraud agents

 

 

 

Important Links

Description	Status
Apply Online	Available
Official Notification PDF	Available
IAF Recruitment Website	iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in

 

 

 

 

Disclaimer

This website is not an official government website. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. Candidates must verify all details from the official Indian Air Force notification or website before applying. We are not responsible for any changes made by the recruiting authority.