IAF Group Y Airmen Eligibility Criteria 2025: The Indian Air Force has officially announced the Group Y Medical Assistant recruitment 2025. Candidates should carefully read the notification before applying. It is important to meet all the eligibility conditions set by the Air Force. It includes age limit, educational qualifications, nationality, and medical standards.
Candidates must ensure they meet these criteria to avoid disqualification. Factors like tattoos in restricted areas, use of drugs or banned substances can also impact selection. This article provides eligibility details for reference based on the official 2025 notification.
IAF Group Y Airmen Eligibility Criteria 2025
The Indian Air Force has set strict eligibility rules for Group Y Airmen Medical Assistant posts. Check the overview of IAF Group Y Airmen Eligibility Criteria 2025 candidates must meet:
| Criteria | Details |
| Age Limit (Intake 02/2026) | Born between 02 July 2005 and 02 January 2009 (both dates inclusive) |
| Age Limit (Intake 02/2025) | Medical Assistant (10+2): 03 July 2004 – 03 July 2008 Diploma/B.Sc Pharmacy Unmarried: 03 July 2001 – 03 July 2006 Married: 03 July 2001 – 03 July 2004 |
| Educational Qualification | 10+2 with 50% aggregate and 50% in English, OR 3-year Diploma in Engineering with 50% aggregate and 50% in English |
| Nationality | Must be an Indian citizen |
| Medical Standards |
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IAF Group Y Airmen Eligibility Criteria 2025
Candidates planning to apply for Air Force Group Y 2025 must meet specific eligibility requirements. Candidates should be 18 to 21 years old and must have completed Higher Secondary (10+2) education. Only unmarried male candidates who are Indian or Nepalese citizens can apply. No prior work experience is needed. Candidates can take the exam as long as you satisfy the age and educational criteria.
IAF Group Y Airmen Age Limit 2025
The age limit for the IAF Group Y Medical Assistant post depends on the intake cycle and your qualifications. The following are the age limits for IAF Group Y Airmen:
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Intake 01/2026: Born between 01 January 2005 and 01 July 2008 (inclusive),
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Intake 02/2026: Born between 02 July 2005 and 02 January 2009
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Intake 02/2025 (10+2 Medical Assistant): Born between 03 July 2004 and 03 July 2008
For candidates with a Diploma or B.Sc (Pharmacy):
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Unmarried: Born between 03 July 2001 and 03 July 2006
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Married: Born between 03 July 2001 and 03 July 2004
The maximum age limit at the time of enrolment is 21 years in all cases.
IAF Group Y Airmen Educational Qualification 2025
Candidates must meet at least one of the following educational requirements to apply for Air Force Group Y:
| Category | Qualification Details |
| Science Subjects | Passed 10+2/Intermediate/Equivalent exam with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English from a recognized Board with minimum 50% aggregate and 50% in English. |
| Vocational Course | Passed a two-year vocational course with non-vocational subjects (Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English) from a recognized Board with 50% aggregate and 50% in English. |
| Diploma / B.Sc in Pharmacy | Passed 10+2/Intermediate with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with 50% aggregate and 50% in English, plus Diploma or B.Sc in Pharmacy with minimum 50% aggregate. Must have valid registration from State Pharmacy Council or Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) at enrolment. |
IAF Group Y Airmen Medical Standards 2025
Candidates must meet the Indian Air Force Medical Standards to qualify. Check the table below for more details:
| Criteria | Standard |
| Height | 152.5 cm (Males), 152 cm (Females) |
| Chest | Males: Minimum 77 cm with 5 cm expansion. Females: Proportionate with at least 5 cm expansion. |
| Weight | Proportionate to height and age |
| Hearing | Able to hear a forced whisper from 6 meters with each ear separately |
| Corneal Surgery (PRK/LASIK) | Not allowed |
| Dental | Healthy gums, at least 14 dental points |
| General Health | No loss of limbs, free from diseases or disabilities, and physically & mentally fit for service in any climate or terrain worldwide. |
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