Indian Air Force Medical Assistant Recruitment 2026. The Indian Air Force (IAF) has invited online applications from Male Indian citizens to join as Airmen in the Group ‘Y’ Medical Assistant trade. This is a regular service role involving nursing, first-aid, management of medical stores, and ward supervision.
Vacancies
The specific number of vacancies for the 01/2027 intake has not been formally disclosed in the preliminary notification. Vacancies are typically determined based on service requirements at the time of enrollment.
Age Limits and Marital Status
- For 10+2 / Intermediate Candidates:
- Marital Status: Must be Unmarried.
- Date of Birth Range: Must have been born between 01 January 2006 and 01 January 2010 (both dates inclusive).
- Upper Age Limit: Must not exceed 21 years on the date of enrollment.
- For Diploma / B.Sc in Pharmacy Candidates:
- Unmarried Candidates: Must have been born between 01 January 2003 and 01 January 2008 (both dates inclusive).
- Married Candidates: Must have been born between 01 January 2003 and 01 January 2006 (both dates inclusive).
- Upper Age Limit: Must not exceed 24 years on the date of enrollment
Relaxations and General Rules
- General Age Bracket: The broad permissible age range for the Medical Assistant trade is typically 17 to 21 years for general candidates and 19 to 24 years for pharmacy candidates.
- Enrolment Constraint: In all cases, even if a candidate passes all selection stages, they must not exceed the maximum prescribed age (21 or 24 years) on the actual date of enrollment.
- Consent for Minors: Candidates below 18 years of age at the time of application must provide a consent form signed by their parent or guardian
Salary and Benefits
Training Stipend: During the initial training period, candidates receive a fixed stipend of ₹14,600 per month.
Starting Gross Pay: Upon successful completion of training, the starting gross salary is ₹26,900 per month. This includes the basic pay and Military Service Pay (MSP).
Estimated In-Hand Salary: With the addition of Dearness Allowance (DA) and other city-specific allowances, the total monthly in-hand salary for a new recruit typically ranges between ₹38,000 and ₹42,000.
Service Benefits and Perks
- Medical Facilities: Comprehensive medical and dental care for self and dependents at service hospitals.
- Accommodation and Rations: Free furnished accommodation and monthly rations (or allowance in lieu).
- Insurance: Group Insurance cover of ₹62.5 Lakhs is provided at a nominal monthly premium.
- Canteen Facilities: Access to Canteen Stores Department (CSD) for subsidized consumer goods.
- Leave Entitlement: 60 days of Annual Leave and 30 days of Casual Leave per year, subject to service requirements.
- Travel Concessions: Leave Travel Concession (LTC) for self and family members.
- Post-Retirement: Benefits include pension (for regular service), gratuity, and lifetime medical access
Selection Process
The selection process involves three phases: a written test (Phase I), a Physical Fitness Test and Adaptability Test-II (Phase II), and a medical examination (Phase III).
Important Dates (Intake 01/2027)
- Application Start Date: 12 January 2026
- Application Last Date: 01 February 2026 (Registration and Fee Payment)
- Exam City Intimation: March 2026
- Admit Card Release: 24 to 48 hours before the exam date
- Online Examination Dates: 30 March 2026 and 31 March 2026
- Final Enrolment List Publication: 01 December 2026
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Application Fees for Indian Air Force (IAF) Airmen Medical Assistant Recruitment 2026
A fee of ₹550 + GST is required. Applications must be submitted online via the official portal, where candidates need to register, complete the form, upload documents, and pay the fee.
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