IAF Airmen Medical Assistant Recruitment 2026

Indian Air Force invites online applications from male Indian/Gorkha candidates for Airmen Group Y Medical Assistant Trade (Intake 02/2027). Check out the registration dates, age limit, educational eligibility, physical standards, and how to apply online.
📅 Important Dates

EventImportant Dates
Notification ReleasedJuly 2026
Online Registration Starts06 July 2026 (11:00 AM)
Online Registration Ends26 July 2026 (11:00 PM)
Online Examination Dates22 and 23 September 2026
Provisional Select List (PSL) DisplayLast week of May 2027
Enrolment List Publication01 June 2027
💰 Application Fee

Fee CategoryAmountRemarks
Examination Fee for All Candidates550/- INRPlus 18% GST (Non-refundable)
Payment ModeOnline OnlyNet Banking, Debit Cards, Credit Cards, UPI, etc.
👤 Age Limit & Eligibility

Candidate Category / QualificationMarital StatusDate of Birth Block (Both Dates Inclusive)Upper Age Limit (As on Date of Enrolment)
Medical Assistant (10+2)UnmarriedBorn between 01 July 2006 and 01 July 201021 Years
Medical Assistant (Diploma / B.Pharma / B.Sc Pharmacy)UnmarriedBorn between 01 July 2003 and 01 July 200824 Years
Medical Assistant (Diploma / B.Pharma / B.Sc Pharmacy)MarriedBorn between 01 July 2003 and 01 July 200624 Years
📝 Education Qualification

Post / TradeEssential Educational QualificationMinimum Percentage Required
Medical Assistant (10+2 Entry)Passed 10+2 / Intermediate / Equivalent Examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from recognized boards.

OR

Passed 2-year Vocational Course with non-vocational subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English).
Minimum 50% marks in aggregate and Minimum 50% marks in English (No rounding off, e.g., 49.99% is treated as 49%).
Medical Assistant (With Pharmacy Qualification)Passed 10+2 / Intermediate with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English.

AND

Possess a Diploma / B.Pharma / B.Sc in Pharmacy.
Minimum 50% marks in aggregate for both 10+2 and Pharmacy courses. Must hold a valid registration from the State Pharmacy Council or Pharmacy Council of India (PCI).
📊 Vacancy Breakdown

Post Name / TradeTotal Vacancies
Group Y (Non-Technical) Medical AssistantNot specified in the brief notification layout (governed by the requirements and discretion of the Indian Air Force).
🏃 Physical Standard Test

Standard ParameterMinimum Requirement Details
HeightMinimum 152 cms for Medical Assistant & Medical Assistant (Pharmacist) trades.
ChestWell proportioned and well developed. Minimum circumference of 77 cm with a minimum expansion capability of 05 cm.
WeightProportionate to height and age as applicable for the IAF.
HearingNormal hearing ability. Must hear a forced whisper from a distance of 5 meters with each ear separately.
DentalHealthy gums, good set of teeth with a minimum of 14 dental points. (Fixed/removable orthodontic appliances or dental implants are not awarded points).
Visual StandardsVisual Acuity: 6/36 each eye correctable to 6/6 each eye. Maximum refractive error limits: Not exceeding ±3.50D including Astigmatism. Color Vision: CP-II. Note: LASIK/PRK history is not acceptable.
📝 How to Apply

StepPhaseAction / Instructions
Step 1Registration & Sign-UpGo to www.sarkarichayan.com,or https://iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in. Enter Personal and Contact details. Click "Generate OTP" to verify Mobile No. and Email ID. Secure your User ID and Password.
Step 2Application Form FillingRe-login using your credentials. Click "Go To Application" and accurately fill out Personal, Additional, Communication, and Qualification details.
Step 3Document UploadingUpload scanned documents according to the required sizes:

* Passport Photograph (100 KB - 200 KB) with candidate holding a black slate stating Name and Date of photo in white chalk.

* Candidate s Signature (80 KB - 150 KB).

* Left Thumb Impression (50 KB - 100 KB).

* Parent s Signature (if below 18 years).

* Live Image Capture through web camera.
Step 4Preview & Fee PaymentClick the "Preview" tab to verify all details before final submission. Redirect to the payment gateway to deposit 550/- INR + 18% GST online.
Step 5Print ConfirmationPost successful payment, the application form auto-submits. Press the "PRINT" button to download and safe-keep the PDF for future reference.
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