Indian Air Force conducts examination to Recruit Candidates for their different trades divided as technical - needed to maintain various technical items or machines of Indian Air Force and Non- technical for providing support services to keep these machines well and active twice a year. The technical trade is also termed as ‘X’ group and Non-technical as ‘Y’ group. This X & Y group candidates are called as Airmen or PBOR i.e. Person below officer rank. Male candidates of Science stream in Class 12th i.e. Physics and Mathematics can apply for X group and Male candidates of any stream in 12th class can apply for Y group examination of Indian Air Force.
About Airforce X Group Exam: It is an online computer-based exam of 60 minutes in which 70 MCQ type questions from subjects like English, Physics, and Mathematics of 10+2 would be asked. To prepare for this exam, simply join our Airforce X Group coaching.
About Airforce Y Group Exam: It is an online computer-based exam of 45 minutes in which 50 MCQ type questions from subjects of English, Reasoning, and General Awareness would be asked. To qualify this exam, join our Airforce X Group coaching – Garud Zep Academy.
| EXAM- GROUP X+Y | • Forms- December & January • Exam- 10 &11 March • Age Limit - 17 to 21 years |
| EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION | Passed Intermediate / 10+2 / equivalent examination with subjects of Mathematics, Physics and English, with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English |
| MODE OF SELECTION | • Written Test • Adaptability Test • Physical Fitness Test • Interview & Medical Examination |
• Candidate born between 13 January 1998 and 02 January 2002 (both days inclusive) are eligible to apply.
• In case, a candidate clears all the stages of the Selection Procedure, then the upper age limit as on date of enrolment is 21 years
o 17 to 21 years
Physical Fitness Test (PFT):-
Candidates passing the written test are required to undergo Physical Fitness Test (PFT). Passing the PFT is mandatory.
The PFT for all trades [except IAF (Security)] consists of a 1.6 km run to be completed within 8 minutes. The PFT for IAF (Security) trade includes a 2.4 Km run & 5 Km run to be completed in 15 minutes & 30 minutes respectively. Candidates above 27 years of age will be given relaxation in PFT timing as per existing norms
(Applicable to serving NC (E) s only). Candidates completing PFT faster are awarded additional marks on a sliding scale.
Interview :-
Candidates passsing PFT will be interviewed by a team of Officers &Warrant ranks. Interview is normally conducted in English as such working knowledge is necessary.
Medical:-
Candidates who have been recommended for interview will be medically examined by the Recruitment Medical Team as per
Candidates who pass the written Test, complete PFT within the given time, clear the interview and have undergone medical examination are arranged in the All India Select List (AISL). The inclusion of names of the candidates in the AISL depends upon the performance of the candidates
in the selection test and number of vacancies to be filled. Candidates are enrolled in the Indian Air Force as per the existing vacancies.
1. Airmen Selection Centre, 48, Mansfield Road, Ambala Cantt
2. Airmen Selection Centre, Race Course Camp, New Delhi
3. Airmen Selection centre, Air Force Station, Chakeri,
4. Airmen Selection Centre, (Near Palta Gate), Air Force Station Barrackpore, West Bengal
5. Airmen Selection Centre, Old Pali Road Jodhpur
6. Airmen Selection Centre, Air Force Station, Cotton Green, Mumbai
7. Airmen Selection Centre, No.1 Cubbon Road, Bangalore
8. Airmen Selection Centre, Air Force Station, Tambaram, Chennai
9. Airmen Selection Centre, Near Rajadhani College, Baramunda, Bhubaneswar
10. Airmen Selection Centre, Air Force Station Bihta, Patna, Bihar
11. Airmen Selection Centre, Borjhar, Guwahati
12. Airmen Selection Centre, Air Force Station, Bowenpally, Secunderabad
13. Airmen Selection Centre, VII/302-B, Vayu Sena Road, Kakkanad, Kochi
14. Airmen Selection Centre, IInd Floor, Phase-II, Rajiv Gandhi Parisar, 35 Shyamala Hills
| PAPER | NO. OF QUESTIONS | REMARKS |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | 25 | 100 Questions in 85 Minute |
| Physics | 25 | |
| Reasoning and General Awareness (RAGA) | 30 | |
| English | 20 |
| ENGLISH | PHYSICS | MATHEMATICS | GK & CA |
|---|---|---|---|
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Comprehensive • To judge comprehension • Drawing of inferences • Use of vocabulary Composition • Agreement of subject with verb • Pattern of verb and their use • Sequence of tenses • Transformation of sequences-Compound, Complex, Simple, Negative, Affirmative Grammar • Spellings • Word formation • Antonyms and Synonyms • One word substitution • Correct usage of articles • Correct usage of Prepositions • Correct usage of adjectives- degrees of comparison • Correct usage of conjunctions • Correct usage of numbers (Singular-Plural) • Words, which are commonly getting confused • Word order • Correct usage of Adverbs Idioms And Phrases • Use of simple idioms • Use of Common proverbs Direct / Indirect Sentences: Narration Change • Change of various types of sentences from direct to indirect form • Change of various types of sentences from indirect to direct form Active And Passive Voices • Change of all types of sentences from active to passive form • Change of all types of sentences from passive to active form |
(Verbal And Non-Verbal) • Numerical Series • Distance and Direction Sense Test • Mathematical Operations (Assigning Value to Arithmetic Sign) • Number Ranking & Time Sequence Test • Assign Artificial Values to Mathematical Digit • Inserting Correct Mathematical Digit • Human Relation • Coding and Decoding • Odd Man Out • Mutual Relation Problem • Tallest Youngest Relation • Dictionary Words • Analogy • Non Verbal Reasoning • Number Coding • Number Puzzle |
• Sets, Relations, functions • Trigonometric functions • Inverse Trigonometric functions • Complex Numbers • Quadratic Equations • Sequence & Series (AP & GP) • Permutation • Combination • Binomial Theorem • Coordinate geometry – Straight line • Coordinate geometry – Circles • Coordinate geometry – Parabola • Coordinate geometry – Ellipse • Coordinate geometry – Hyperbola • Exponential Series • Logarithmic Series • Matrices • Determinants • Limit & Continuity • Differentiation • Application of Differentiation • Indefinite Integrals • Definite Integrals • Application of Integration • Deferential Equations • Probability • Statistics |
• General Science • Civics • Geography • Current Events • History • Basic Computer Operation |
Being physically fit is one of the most important factor to a defence aspiring candidate should have. Not just a factor it one of the important phase every candidate has to qualify so as to get in Indian Armed Forces. Therefore, Sundays in Garud Zep Academy is dedicated for Physical Fitness Training of candidates. The Physical training is done as per the required standards of Indian Armed Forces
Self analysis and evaluation is very important for a student preparing for any type of examination. Therefore, to check the candidate’s performance and to evaluate their potential Garud Zep Academy conducts various type of tests i.e. unit test, Monthly test and Mock test, from time to time. The unit tests too are conducted through different methods i.e. pen-paper test & projector based test
Personality Development Programme lays high emphasis on improving communication skills of students. Language leadership programme works on students to improve their spoken English skills & soft skills so that they can communicate effectively in various situations and will also help them to face the interviews confidently. It prepares students in reading, speaking, listening and writing skills in English language.
