Airforce X Group
Current name: Science Subjects. Best suited to eligible students with Physics, Mathematics and English. Preparation focuses on Physics, Mathematics and English at 10+2 level.
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Complete preparation for Indian Air Force Agniveervayu Science Subjects (popularly X Group), Other Than Science Subjects (popularly Y Group) and Group ‘Y’ Medical Assistant — with concept classes, exam-focused practice, mock tests and Phase-II guidance.
Science / X Group
Other Than Science / Y Group
Medical Assistant
Phase-II Preparation
INDIAN AIR FORCE • AIM HIGH
Courses we prepare for
One Airforce Goal. Three Preparation Tracks.
Current IAF notifications use the terms Science Subjects and Other Than Science Subjects. Students commonly still refer to them as X Group and Y Group, so both names are shown here for clarity.
Airforce Y Group
Current name: Other Than Science Subjects. Preparation includes English plus Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA), with regular speed and accuracy practice.
45-minute online testMedical Assistant
Preparation for Group ‘Y’ Medical Assistant entry. 10+2 route requires Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English as specified in the recruitment notification.
Separate Airmen entryEligibility
Who can apply?
Eligibility can change between intakes, so candidates should always match their date of birth, qualification and marks with the latest official IAF notification before applying.
| Entry | Educational Qualification | Marks / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Science Subjects (X Group) | 10+2 / equivalent with Mathematics, Physics and English, or eligible Engineering Diploma / Vocational route as notified. | Normally minimum 50% aggregate and 50% in English, subject to the current intake notification. |
| Other Than Science Subjects (Y Group) | 10+2 / equivalent in any stream, or eligible two-year Vocational Course. | Normally minimum 50% aggregate and 50% in English, subject to the current intake notification. |
| Medical Assistant – 10+2 | 10+2 / equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English; eligible vocational route may also be accepted as notified. | Current intake specifies 50% aggregate and 50% in English for the 10+2 route. |
| Medical Assistant – Pharmacy Route | 10+2 with PCB & English plus eligible Diploma / B.Pharm / B.Sc Pharmacy and valid pharmacy registration, as notified. | Qualification and age conditions differ from the 10+2 route. |
Age: Do not hard-code a permanent “17½–21 years” line on the website. Date-of-birth blocks and upper age at enrolment are notified intake-wise and may change. Displaying “As per latest IAF notification” keeps the page accurate.
Phase-I exam format
Latest Agniveervayu written-test structure
| Category | Subjects | Duration | Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Science Subjects | Physics, Mathematics and English | 60 Minutes | +1 correct, 0 unattempted, −0.25 wrong |
| Other Than Science Subjects | English + Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA) | 45 Minutes | +1 correct, 0 unattempted, −0.25 wrong |
| Both Science + Other Than Science | Physics, Mathematics, English + RAGA | 85 Minutes | +1 correct, 0 unattempted, −0.25 wrong |
| Medical Assistant | English, Reasoning & General Awareness; trade/notification requirements should be checked for the applicable intake. | As per Medical Assistant notification | As notified by IAF for that intake |
Selection journey
From Written Exam to Final Selection
1Online Written Test
2Phase-II
3Physical Fitness Test
4Adaptability Test-I
5Adaptability Test-II
6Medical & Merit
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Target Defence Academy highlights a strong selection record built through structured concepts, disciplined practice, mock-test analysis and focused Phase-II preparation.
Concept building from basics to exam level
Chapter-wise tests and full-length mock tests
Physics, Maths, English and RAGA focused practice
Phase-II, physical and adaptability guidance
Doubt support and performance analysis
Exam-first study plan with regular revision
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