Hey Niranjana! Since you have completed 12th in Arts and are 18 years old, you can definitely aim to join the Indian Air Force through a few entry options. The most suitable one for you now is Agniveer Vayu (Agnipath scheme) for non-technical candidates. You need to be between 17½ to 21 years old and have 50% marks in 12th, including English. Selection is through an online test, followed by physical fitness and medical exams.

Later, after graduation, you can also try AFCAT (Air Force Common Admission Test) for ground duty branches like Administration, Logistics, or Education. For that, you need a graduation degree, and selection includes written exam, SSB interview, and medical tests.

To apply, keep an eye on official portals like agnipathvayu.cdac.in and afcat.cdac.in, register during the notification period, and ensure you meet all eligibility criteria. Meanwhile, start physical fitness training and prepare for basic general knowledge and reasoning to boost your chances. With focus and determination, you can definitely achieve your goal to join the IAF.

Yes, you can join the Indian Air Force at 18 after completing 12th with Arts, though options are limited compared to Science students. You are not eligible for the flying branch through NDA since it requires Physics and Maths, but you can apply for Airmen. This includes non technical roles like administration, logistics, accounts, and medical assistants. The eligibility is 12th pass with at least 50% marks overall and 50% in English, and recruitment is done through rallies or online notifications on the Air Force website.

If you wish to become an officer later, after completing graduation in any stream, you can appear for AFCAT and join the Ground Duty (Non Technical) branch. This will give you better career growth opportunities in the Air Force.

Yes, you can join the Indian Air Force after completing 12th (Arts) through the Airmen Group Y entry. You're eligible as you're 18 years old and have completed 2nd PUC/12th Arts. Recruitment is conducted through rallies or online applications on the official website, agnipathvayu.cdac.in

You’ll need to clear a written exam, physical fitness test, and medicals. Keep checking the site for notifications and apply when the Group Y Agniveer Vayu intake opens.