The Indian Air Force (IAF) has officially announced that they are hiring for the Medical Assistant Trade in Group “Y” (Non-Technical) for Airmen Intake 01/2027. This recruiting drive is open to male Indian citizens and Gorkha subjects of Nepal who want to work in the Indian Air Force medical services department.
This blog gives a full, easy-to-understand summary of the notification, including who can apply, important dates, the selection process, the salary, the medical standards, and how to apply.
Overview of IAF Medical Assistant Recruitment 01/2027
| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Air Force (IAF) |
| Intake | Airmen Intake 01/2027 |
| Group & Trade | Group ‘Y’ – Medical Assistant |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Online Registration Dates | 12 January 2026 to 01 February 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | 30 & 31 March 2026 |
| Eligibility | Male Indian / Gorkha (Nepal) candidates |
| Official Website | iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in |
About the Medical Assistant Trade
Airmen who are chosen to be medical assistants get training in:
- First aid and nursing
- Running medical stores and pharmacies
- Supervision of the ward
- Helping Air Force medical crews
- Doing extra tasks for the Air Force as needed
This job is very important for keeping Air Force members healthy and ready to work.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Marital Status & Date of Birth
For candidates with a 10+2 qualification (Medical Assistant):
- Must not be married
- Born between January 1, 2006, and January 1, 2010, inclusive
For people who want to get a diploma or B.Sc. in pharmacy:
- Single: Born between January 1, 2003, and January 1, 2008
- Married: Born between January 1, 2003, and January 1, 2006
Upper Age Limit at Enrolment:
- 21 years for people who have passed 10+2
- 24 years for anyone with a Diploma or B.Sc. in Pharmacy
2. Educational Qualification
Candidates must meet one of the following requirements:
- Passed the 10th grade with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English
- At least 50% of the total marks
- You need at least 50% in English.
OR
- Passed a two-year vocational course with PCB and English as non-vocational subjects
- At least 50% overall and 50% in English
For Pharmacy Candidates:
- Must have a Diploma or B.Sc. in Pharmacy with at least 50% marks
- At the time of enrolment, you must have a valid registration with the State Pharmacy Council or PCI.
Important: The marks are only based on what is written on the marksheet. You can’t round off.
Medical & Physical Standards (Key Highlights)
Candidates must meet the Indian Air Force’s medical requirements, which include:
- Minimum Height: 152 cm
- Chest: Minimum 77 cm with 5 cm expansion
- Hearing: Normal hearing (forced whisper at 6 meters)
- Dental: Minimum 14 dental points (no implants or braces allowed)
- Vision:
- 6/36 each eye, correctable to 6/6
- Refractive error not exceeding +3.50D
- Colour Vision: CP-II
Other important medical conditions:
- No past LASIK or PRK surgery
- No tattoos on the body that will last forever except in allowed locations
- Candidates must be physically and psychologically fit to work in all kinds of weather and terrain.
- No tolerance for drug or substance misuse
Selection Process
There are three steps in the selection process:
Phase I—online test
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Subjects:
- English (10+2 level)
- Reasoning & General Awareness
- Marking Scheme:
- +1 for correct answer
- −0.25 for wrong answer
- No marks for unattempted questions
Phase II – Physical Fitness & Adaptability Tests
Includes:
- Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- 1.6 km run
- Push-ups, Sit-ups, Squats
- Adaptability Test-I (Written)
- Adaptability Test-II (Assessment Test)
Phase III – Medical Examination
- The Air Force Medical Board does a lot of different medical testing.
- If someone is found unfit, they can appeal to the Appeal Medical Board (AMB).
Pay, Allowances & Benefits
Salary Structure
- Training Stipend: ₹14,600 a month
- After training, the starting salary is about ₹26,900 per month.
Additional Benefits
- Dearness Allowance (DA)
- Pay for Military Service (MSP)
- Money for Transportation
- Leave Ration Allowance
- Medical care for you and your dependants
- 60 days of vacation time and 30 days of sick leave
- Group insurance coverage of ₹62.5 lakh
- Housing, LTC, CSD, and education benefits
Application Process
Candidates must apply online only through the official portal:
- Go to: iafrecruitment.edcil.co.in
- Sign up with a working email address and phone number.
- Fill up your personal, educational, and communication information.
- Upload the necessary files, such as a photo, signature, and thumbprint.
- Pay the application fee of ₹550 plus 18% GST (not refundable).
- For future reference, download and print the application form you sent in.
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