Indian Air force Career Opportunities
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The Indian Air Force ( IAF) is a branch or part of the Indian Defence Force & its prime responsibility is for aerial warfare and surveillance. The IAF personnel are specially designed as warriors, who work for peace, security, and honor of the country. Moreover, by joining this defense stream, you will get the chance to serve the nation. Knowing more about this profession and its selection processes can help you make an informed decision. In this article, we will try to explain & elaborate on the profession & selection process to get a job in the Air Force and your career path.
1. Indian Air force Career Opportunities:
To join the IAF you have to appear and pass the National Defence Academy (NDA) Examination or Combined Defence Services Examination (CDSE) or Air Force Common Admission Test (AFCAT). UPSC conducts the NDA and CDSE exams. UPSC publishes its NDA & CDSE job advertisements in June and December.
The Indian Air Force conducts the AFCAT exam in February and August twice a year.
2. AFSB tests:
After successful completion of the first step, the selection committee sends you a call letter to report to one of the Air Force Selection Boards (AFSB) and for two-stage AFSB tests. Those who clear Stage I are eligible to appear for the Stage II test. The Stage II exam includes psychological tests, group tests, interviews, and a computerized pilot selection system (CPSS) test. The CPSS test is for those who want to join the flying branch of the IAF.
3. Undergo medical tests:
After clearing the AFSB tests, the candidates have to undergo medical tests either at the Air Force Central Medical Establishment (AFCME) in New Delhi or the Institute of Aviation Medicine in Bengaluru. The final merit list is prepared after the medical examination.
4. Check the final merit list and join the air force:
After completing the medical test, the selection board prepares a merit list based on candidates’ performance in written tests and AFSB interviews and medical fitness & depending on the vacancies available in different places, candidates receive the joining letter but before that, they have to complete the training.
Based on academic qualifications, you can join different branches of the Indian Air Force, which include three main & several sub-branches. The three branches of the IAF are the flying branch, the technical branch, and the ground duty (non-technical) branch.
5. Join IAF after 10+2:
You can apply for the NDA after completing your 10+2. The UPSC organizes the NDA exam twice a year. After passing this exam, selected candidates undergo a three-year training program at the National Defence Academy in Khadakwasla. Afterward, candidates are sent for specialized training at one of the training establishments. Upon completion of the training, the cadets become permanent commissioned officers and are posted to any of the air force stations.
Entry through the NDA is open for all branches. Only Indian men between 161/2 and 191/2 years of age are eligible to apply through the NDA. The academic requirement is 10+2 with physics and mathematics as the main subjects.
6. Indian Air force Career Opportunities after graduation:
You can join the different branches of the IAF after graduation. Here are the career opportunities for graduates:
7. Careers in the flying branch:
Being a bachelor’s degree holder, you can join the IAF through the CDSE (combined defense services examination), SSC (short service commission) exam, or NCC (National Cadet Corps) special entry. Find below more details on each career path:
A. CDSE entry:
As an Indian national bachelor’s degree holder in any discipline but Physics & Mathematics, mandatory at 10+2 level, in the age group of 20 to 24 years, and unmarried can appear in the selection process. You can also apply if you have a BE or BTech degree.
B. SSC entry:
Aspirants can apply through the AFCAT. It is a 14-year service without further extension. The age range is 20 to 24 years. The upper age limit relaxation for applicants is applicable to those who are holding a valid and current commercial pilot license from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). Both unmarried men and women are eligible to apply for an SSC post. Candidates need to score at least 50% marks in maths and physics at 10+2 level and at least 60% marks in BE, BTech, or graduate from a recognized institution.
C. NCC special entry:
Men and women are both eligible to apply through this mode. Men can get a permanent commission, while both men and women can get a short service commission. The age requirement is 20 to 24 years. Upper age limit relaxation is available for applicants carrying a valid and current commercial pilot license issued by the DGCA. Only unmarried Indian nationals can apply. Moreover, the educational qualifications required are the same as the SSC entry academic requirements. Along with an NCC Air Wing Senior Division ‘C’ certificate.
8. Indian Air force Career Opportunities in the technical branch:
Indian unmarried men and women are eligible to apply for ground duty (technical) branches that are in the age group of 20 to 26 years. Moreover, Applicants can enter Ground Duty after clearing the AFCAT based on their engineering stream and subjects.
9. Careers in the ground duty (non-technical) branch:
There are five sub-branches of the ground duty (non-technical) branch. These are meteorology, education, logistics, accounts, and administration. Therefore, Applicants can join any sub-branches of ground duty (non-technical). To apply for this, you must be an unmarried Indian citizen between 20 and 26 years of age. Only men can get a permanent commission, and both men and women can get a short service commission. Here are the academic requirements for different sub-branches:
If you want to join the logistics or administration branch. You need to be a graduate in any field from a recognized institution with 60% or equivalent marks. Alternatively, you can pass section A and B exams of the Aeronautical Society of India or Associate Membership of the Institution of Engineers from a recognized institution with at least 60% marks. To join the accounts branch, you need to pass B.Com from a recognized institution with a minimum of 60% marks.
Indian Air force does have a JAG branch
Indian Air force does have a JAG branch. Though it does not have a direct entry to it. Usually, Officers from the Administrative, Logistics, Education, and Accounts branches can apply for JAG after 3 years of service.
The Officer must be a law graduate before he volunteers for JAG. The shortlisted Officers then undergo a JAG course for about 8–9 months. And thereafter carry out JAG duties i.e. Court Martial duties, and RTI-related queries. And any legal issues that might crop up at their place of duty.
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An article on “Indian Air force Career Opportunities” has been written by Mr. Sanjay Nath, Executive officer (Admin) of MIES R M Law College, which is one of the best law schools in West Bengal. He is an expert committee member of DGT, Ministry of MSDE, Govt. of India in the field of Aerospace/ Aviation and Syllabus committee member of WBSCVT, Technical education training & skill development department, Govt. of West Bengal in the field of Drone/UAV. NITI Aayog (AIM), Govt. of India appointed him as a Mentor. MIES R M Law College is one of the best law 3 years LLB degree colleges in Kolkata,(Under MIES Group) situated at Sonarpur, Kol-150. As well as, MIES INSTITUTE is one of the best Govt. Service training institute for WBCS, SSC, PSC, RAIL, BANK, SCHOOL SERVICE, etc Govt. Job exam preparation in West Bengal