Difference Between Air Force X Group and Y Group: The Indian Air Force (IAF) offers a variety of career opportunities for aspiring candidates through its Airmen Recruitment Process. The recruitment is primarily categorized into two groups: X Group and Y Group. Understanding the differences between these two groups is crucial for candidates aspiring to join the IAF. This article provides a detailed comparison of Air Force X Group and Y Group, highlighting their roles, eligibility criteria, selection process, training, and career prospects.
X Group:
Y Group:
Criteria | X Group | Y Group |
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Educational Qualification | 10+2 with Mathematics, Physics, and English with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English | 10+2 with any stream/subjects approved by Central/State Education Boards with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English |
Age Limit | 17-21 years | 17-21 years |
Medical Standards | Fit as per IAF medical standards | Fit as per IAF medical standards |
Stage | X Group | Y Group |
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Written Test | Questions based on English, Physics, and Mathematics of 10+2 level | Questions based on English and Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA) |
Physical Fitness Test (PFT) | 1.6 km run, 10 push-ups, 10 sit-ups, 20 squats | 1.6 km run, 10 push-ups, 10 sit-ups, 20 squats |
Adaptability Test I | Assess adaptability to military life | Assess adaptability to military life |
Adaptability Test II | Assess adaptability to specific job role and environment | Assess adaptability to specific job role and environment |
Medical Examination | Comprehensive medical check-up as per IAF standards | Comprehensive medical check-up as per IAF standards |
Aspect | X Group | Y Group |
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Training Duration | 52 weeks (approximately) | 32 weeks (approximately) |
Training Content | Technical training related to specific trade, including aircraft systems, electronics, and mechanical systems | Non-technical training related to specific trade, including administrative procedures, logistics, medical care, and financial management |
Location | Various IAF technical training institutes | Various IAF non-technical training institutes |
Aspect | X Group | Y Group |
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Promotion | Based on performance, experience, and examinations, can rise to the rank of Master Warrant Officer | Based on performance, experience, and examinations, can rise to the rank of Master Warrant Officer |
Further Education | Opportunities for higher education in technical fields | Opportunities for higher education in management, administration, and related fields |
Specialization | Specialization in advanced technical roles, such as Avionics Technician, Radar Technician, etc. | Specialization in advanced non-technical roles, such as Senior Administrative Officer, Senior Logistics Officer, etc. |
Group | During Training | After Training |
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X Group (Technical) | Rs. 14,600 per month | Rs. 33,100 per month + DA (as applicable), with additional technical pay and allowances |
Y Group (Non-Technical) | Rs. 14,600 per month | Rs. 26,900 per month + DA (as applicable), with limited pay scales |
Benefits | X Group | Y Group |
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City Compensatory Allowance | Yes | Yes |
Transport Allowance | Yes | Yes |
Accommodation | Yes | Yes |
Rations | Yes | Yes |
Medical Facilities | For self and dependents | For self and dependents |
Leave Travel Concession | For self and family | For self and family |
Pensions | Service, invalidity, disability, war injury, etc. | Service, invalidity, disability, war injury, etc. |
Posting Opportunities | Technical-specific postings, more foreign tour/posting opportunities | Can be posted anywhere in India, fewer foreign tour/posting opportunities |