COACHING FOR INDIAN AIR FORCE X & Y GROUPS
Young men can join as Airmen in either the Technical and Non-Technical trades of the Air force. The Airman cadre provides opportunities for men (only men) with 10+2 /Intermediate, graduates, Diploma holders and postgraduates in either of the two combatant groups i.e 'X', 'Y' of the technical and the non-technical trades. Candidates short listed after the initial selection procedure, are allotted a suitable trade and go through a rigorous training regimen at one of the training institutes. Thereafter, they are inducted and posted as Airmen at any of the Air Force Stations.
Each trade offers opportunities to grow and enhance your skills. Depending on your inclination and talent/suitability you can move from one trade to the other and grow in ranking. One can even get commissioned as an Officer in the Air Force.
As an airman under the Technical Trades, the work involves the maintenance and testing of aircraft and flying related equipment. One will also be directly or indirectly involved in the maintenance and overhaul of ground equipment and armament. As an airman in the Non-Technical trades, the work involves assistance and support to the various functions from weather forecasting to maintenance of records and files of the Indian Air Force and all its branches.
Group ‘X’ Except Education Instructor
Note: The upper age limit on date of enrolment is 21 years.
Age: 17- 21 Years
Education Qualification: Passed Intermediate / 10+2 / equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics and English with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
OR
Past 3 years Diploma Course in Engineering in any stream, as shown below, from a Government recognized Polytechnic Institute with 50% marks in aggregate, and 50% marks in English in Diploma or in Intermediate/Matriculation, if English is not a subject in Diploma Course.
GROUP ‘X’: Education Instructor Trade
Age: 20 - 25 Years
Education Qualification
(i) BA with English as one the subjects or B.Sc with Physics/ Psychology/ Chemistry/ Mathematics/ IT / Computer Science/ Statistics as one of the subjects or BCA with minimum 50% marks.
(ii) B.Ed degree with minimum of 50% marks from a Government recognized institute.
(iii) Graduation and B.Ed programmes should be recognized by UGC/ NCTE/ Competent accreditation authority.
Age: 20 - 28 Years
Education Qualification:
(i) MA in English/ Psychology or M.Sc in Mathematics/ Physics/ Statistics/ Computer Science/ IT or MCA with 50% marks.
(ii) B.Ed degree with minimum of 50% marks from a government recognized institute.
(iii) Graduation, Post-Graduation and B.Ed programmes should be recognized by UGC/ NCTE/ Competent accreditation authority.
Group ‘Y’ Except Medical Asst& Musician
Note: The upper age limit on date of enrolment is 21 years.
Age: 17- 21 Years
Should have passed Class 10 + 2/Intermediate/Equivalent exam from an education board / Institute listed in Council of Boards for School Education (COBSE) website as members, in any stream/subjects with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English as per the mark sheet of Class 10 + 2 / Intermediate /Equivalent exam.
GROUP ‘Y: Med Asst Trade
Note: The upper age limit on date of enrolment is 21 years.
Age: 17- 21 Years
Education Qualification:
Passed 10+2 / Intermediate / equivalent exam with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate, and 50% marks in English.
GROUP ‘Y’: Musician Trade
Age: 17 - 25 Years
Education Qualification:
Passed Matriculation /10th class or equivalent with minimum pass marks from any Government recognised School/Boards and should be proficient in playing at least one of the following musical instruments: Trumpet / Bass / Violin / Saxophone / Clarinet / Euphonium / Jazz-Drum / Piccolo / Bass Trombone / Key Board / Guitar / Sarod / Viola / Cello / Contra Bass (String Bass).
SELECTION PROCEDURE
DETAILS
Written Test | Documents Verification | Physical Fitness Test | Adaptability Test 1 & 2 | Medical Examination |
Online Written Test on 10th or 11th March 2017’ Syllabus will be of 10+2 CBSE Standard. Candidates are to qualify in each paper separately in their respective groups. The result of phase-I will be uploaded on www.airmenselection.cdac.in within 15 days from the date of online exams. | 10th class mark sheet and pass certificate. 12th class mark sheet and pass certificate’ Aadhaar Card. NCC Certificate (If held). Photograph-The photograph should be of good quality with light background with name and date of photo written in capital | 1.6 Km run in 6 minutes 30 seconds 20 squat ups (UthakBaithak) 10 sit ups 10 Push-ups | Adaptability Test-1 Situation Reaction test. 45 objective type SRTs in 30 minutes. SRTs will be bilingual. Adaptability Test-2 Group Discussion (GD) | Height: Minimum 152.5 cms. Chest: Minimum range of expansion: 5 cm Weight: Proportionate to height and age. However, minimum weight of 55 Kg required. Corneal Surgery (PRK/LASIK) is not acceptable. Hearing: Candidate should have normal hearing i.e. able to hear forced whisper from a distance of 6 |
Type of Entry | Age | Qualification | Subject in Question Paper | Marks | Duration (Mins) |
X & Y Groups (Except Education Instructor) |
17 to 21 yrs |
Education Qualification: Passed Intermediate / 10+2 / equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics and English with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English. |
English | 25 | 20 |
Maths | 25 | 20 | |||
Physics | 20 | 20 | |||
RAGA | 30 | 25 | |||
Total | 100 | 85 | |||
X Group |
17 to 21 Yrs |
Education Qualification: Passed Intermediate / 10+2 / equivalent examination with Mathematics, Physics and English with minimum 50% marks in aggregate.
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English | 20 | 20 |
Maths | 25 | 20 | |||
Physics | 25 | 20 | |||
Total | 70 | 60 | |||
Y Group (except med assistant & musician) | 17 to 21 Yrs |
Should have passed Class 10 + 2/Intermediate/Equivalent exam in any stream/subjects with minimum 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English as per the mark sheet of Class 10 + 2 / Intermediate /Equivalent exam. |
English | 20 | 20 |
RAGA | 30 | 25 | |||
Total | 50 | 45 |
SUBJECTS/TOPICS COVERED
English | Physics | Maths | RAGA |
A short passage followed by four questions to test comprehension. The questions will be set : 1. To judge understanding of the passage. 2. To draw inference 3. To judge understanding of vocabulary II. Grammar – 1 1. Subject – verb concord 2. Forms of verbs and errors in the use of verbs, etc. 3. Sequence of tenses and errors in the use of tenses 4. Transformation of sentences – Compound, Complex, Simple, Negative, Affirmative, Comparative degree, Positive degree, Superlative degree etc. III. Grammar – 2 1. Formation of words - Nouns from verbs and adjectives, Adjectives from nouns and verbs, Adverbs from adjectives etc 2. Determiners 3. The Preposition 4. Nouns and Pronouns 5. The Adjective 6. The Adverb 7. The Conjunction 8. The Modals 9. Clauses - Noun clauses, Adverb clauses of condition and time and Relative clauses IV. Vocabulary 1. Synonyms and Synonyms in context 2. Antonyms and Antonyms in context 3. One word substitution 4. Spelling pitfalls 5. Simple Idioms/phrases 6. Words often confused/Selecting the correct word fitting in a sentence |
FOR GROUP ‘X’ (TECHNICAL TRADES) Sr No Topic 1 Physical World and Measurement 2 Kinematics 3 Laws of Motion 4 Work, Energy and Power 5 Motion of System of Particles and Rigid Body. 6 Gravitation 7 Properties of Bulk Matter 8 Thermodynamics 9 Behaviour of Perfect Gases and Kinetic Theory of Gases. 10 Oscillations and Waves 11 Electrostatics 12 Current Electricity 13 Magnetic Effects of Current and Magnetism 14 Electromagnetic Induction and Alternating Current 15 Electro Magnetic Waves 16 Optics 17 Dual Nature of Matter and Radiation 18 Atoms and Nuclei 19 Electronic Devices 20 Communication Systems |
FOR GROUP ‘X’ (TECHNICAL TRADES) 1. Sets, Relations and functions 2. Trigonometric Functions 3. Inverse Trigonometric Functions 4. Complex Number and Quadratic Equations 5. Linear Inequalities 6. Mathematical Induction 7. Permutations and Combinations 8. Binomial Theorem 9. Sequences and Series 10. Cartesian system of rectangular co-ordinates 11. Straight lines and family of lines 12. Circles and family of circles 13. Conic sections 14. Three-dimensional Geometry 15. Matrices and Determinants 16. Limit and Continuity 17. Differentiation 18. Applications of Derivatives 19. Indefinite integrals 20. Definite Integrals 21. Applications of the Integrals 22. Differential Equations 23. Mathematical Reasoning 24. Linear Programming 25. Vector 26. Probability
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Reasoning (Verbal and Non- Verbal ) 1. Numerical series. 2. Distance and Direction sense Test. 3. Mathematical Operations 4. Number, Ranking & Time Sequence Test. 5. Assign Artificial Values to Mathematical Digit. 6. Inserting Correct Mathematical sign. 7. Human relation. 8. Coding & Decoding 9. Odd man out. 10. Mutual relation problems. 11. Tallest, youngest relations. 12. Dictionary woods. 13. Analogy. 14. Non- Verbal reasoning. 15. Number coding. 16. Number Puzzle. Mathematics 1. Ratio and Proportion. 2. Average. 3. LCM & HCF. 4. Profit and Loss. 5. Time, Distance and Speed. 6. Percentage. 7. Simplifications of Numbers. 8. Fractions. 9. Area of triangle, Square and Rectangle. 10. Surface Area and volume of Cuboids, Cylinder, Cone and Sphere. 11. Probability. 12. Simple Trigonometry. General Knowledge and Current Affairs 1. General Science 2. Civics 3. Geography 4. Current Events 5. History 6. Basic Computer Operations |
Course Duration | Course Code | Admission Dates | Batch Start Dates | Classes Schedule | Apply |
6 months | AIR 006 | Open | 1st and 15th of each month | 4 hours every day (six days a week) | |
3 months | AIR 003 | Open | 1st and 15th of each month | 5 to 6 hours every day (six days a week) |
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