IAF Medical Assistant Eligibility 2026: Age Limit, Educational Qualification, Physical & Medical Standards

IAF Medical Assistant Eligibility 2026 has been prescribed by the Indian Air Force (IAF) for the Airmen Group 'Y' (Non-Technical) Medical Assistant Trade under Intake 02/2027. Candidates must satisfy the age limit, educational qualification, marital status, physical standards, and medical requirements before applying.

The online application process will be conducted from 6 July to 26 July 2026, while the online examination is scheduled for 22-23 September 2026. Candidates who do not fulfill the prescribed eligibility conditions at any stage of the recruitment process will have their candidature cancelled.

IAF Medical Assistant Eligibility 2026 Overview

Before applying, candidates should check the important eligibility details mentioned below.

IAF Medical Assistant Nationality Eligibility 2026

Candidates applying for the Medical Assistant trade must fulfill the nationality requirements prescribed by the Indian Air Force.

Eligible candidates include:

• Indian citizens

• Gorkha candidates who are subjects of Nepal

Only male candidates from all States and Union Territories are eligible to apply for this recruitment.

IAF Medical Assistant Age Limit 2026

The age criteria differ based on the educational qualification of the candidate.

For 10+2 Candidates

Candidates must:

• Be unmarried

• Be born between 1 July 2006 and 1 July 2010 (both dates inclusive)

For Diploma/B.Pharma/B.Sc Pharmacy Candidates

Unmarried Candidates

• Born between 1 July 2003 and 1 July 2008

Married Candidates

• Born between 1 July 2003 and 1 July 2006

Upper Age at Enrolment

IAF Medical Assistant Educational Qualification 2026

Candidates must satisfy one of the following educational qualifications.

Option 1: 10+2 Candidates

Applicants should have passed:

• 10+2/Intermediate/Equivalent examination

• Subjects:

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Biology

• English

• Minimum 50% aggregate marks

• Minimum 50% marks in English

Option 2: Vocational Course

Candidates who have completed a two-year vocational course are also eligible provided they studied:

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Biology

• English

They must secure:

• 50% aggregate marks

• 50% marks in English

Option 3: Diploma/B.Pharma/B.Sc Pharmacy

Candidates must have:

• Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English

• Minimum 50% aggregate marks

• Minimum 50% marks in English

• Diploma/B.Pharma/B.Sc Pharmacy with minimum 50% aggregate marks

• Valid registration with the State Pharmacy Council or Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) at the time of enrolment

Important: Marks are considered exactly as mentioned in the marksheet. For example, 49.99% will not be rounded off to 50%.

IAF Medical Assistant Marital Status Eligibility 2026

The marital status requirement depends upon the qualification.

IAF Medical Assistant Physical Standards 2026

Candidates must meet the following physical standards.

IAF Medical Assistant Vision Standards 2026

The prescribed visual standards are as follows:

Candidates using spectacles should carry the latest prescription issued within one month before the medical examination.

IAF Medical Assistant Medical Standards 2026

Candidates should be medically fit according to Indian Air Force standards.

Important medical conditions include:

• No chronic or communicable diseases

• No deformity or loss of body parts

• Physically and mentally fit for service anywhere in the world

• Normal anatomy

• Free from skin diseases and infections

The final decision regarding medical fitness will be taken by the IAF Medical Board.

IAF Medical Assistant Tattoo Policy 2026

Permanent body tattoos are generally not permitted.

However, tattoos are allowed only:

• On the inner side of the forearm

• On the reverse side of the palm

• Tribal tattoos as per customs and traditions

Obscene, offensive, racist or indecent tattoos are strictly prohibited.

IAF Medical Assistant Other Eligibility Conditions 2026

Candidates should also note the following conditions:

• Candidates discharged from the Indian Army, Indian Navy or Government organisations are eligible if they possess a No Adverse Entry discharge certificate.

• Candidates discharged from the Indian Air Force are not eligible.

• Candidates permanently debarred from previous Air Force examinations due to malpractice are not eligible.

• The Indian Air Force follows a Zero Tolerance Policy against narcotic drugs, psychotropic substances, alcoholism and substance abuse.

IAF Medical Assistant Physical Fitness Test (PFT) Requirements

Candidates shortlisted for Phase II must qualify the Physical Fitness Test.

PFT-I

PFT-II

Candidates must complete:

• 10 Push-ups in 1 minute

• 10 Sit-ups in 1 minute

• 20 Squats in 1 minute

Documents Required to Verify Eligibility

Candidates shortlisted for Phase II should carry:

• Phase II Admit Card

• Application Form

• Aadhaar Card

• Class 10 Certificate

• Class 12 Marksheet & Certificate

• Diploma/B.Pharma/B.Sc Pharmacy Certificate (if applicable)

• Passport-size photographs

• NCC Certificate (if applicable)

• NOC (for Government employees)

• Discharge Certificate (if applicable)

• Tattoo photographs (if applicable)