IAF Airmen Medical Assistant Rally 2025

The Indian Air Force (IAF) has announced a recruitment rally for Airmen in the Medical Assistant Trade, including Pharmacists, under Intake 02/2025. This presents a significant opportunity for individuals aspiring to serve the nation by joining one of its most prestigious defense services. This blog provides a comprehensive overview of the recruitment process, eligibility criteria, selection procedure, and other essential details to guide prospective candidates.

Overview of the IAF Airmen Recruitment Rally (Intake 02/2025)

The IAF periodically conducts recruitment rallies to select eligible candidates for various trades. For Intake 02/2025, the focus is on the Medical Assistant Trade, including Pharmacists. This trade plays a crucial role in maintaining the health and well-being of Air Force personnel, ensuring they are fit for duty.

Recruitment Test Reporting Venue: Maharaja's College Ground, PT Usha Road, Shenoys, Ernakulam, Kochi, Kerala - 682011

Rally Reporting Timings: 6 AM - 10 AM

Airmen – Eligibility Criteria

1. Age Limit:
   • Medical Assistant Trade: Candidates should be unmarried and born between 02 January 2004 and 02 January 2008 (both dates inclusive).
   • Medical Assistant Trade (with Diploma/B.Sc. in Pharmacy):
     • Unmarried Candidates: Born between 02 January 2001 and 02 January 2006 (both dates inclusive).
     • Married Candidates: Born between 02 January 2001 and 02 January 2004 (both dates inclusive).
     • The upper age limit is 21 years.
2. Educational Qualifications:
   • Medical Assistant Trade: Candidates must have passed 10+2/Intermediate/Equivalent Examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English, securing a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
   • Medical Assistant Trade (with Diploma/B.Sc. in Pharmacy): Candidates should have passed Intermediate/10+2/Equivalent Examination with Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English with a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate and 50% marks in English.
3. Medical Standards:
   • Height: Minimum acceptable height is 152.5 cm.
   • Chest: The chest should be well-proportioned and well-developed, with a minimum expansion range of 5 cm.
   • Weight: Proportionate to height and age as applicable for IAF standards.
   • Hearing: Normal hearing is required, i.e., the ability to hear a forced whisper from a distance of 6 meters by each ear separately.
   • Dental: Candidates should have healthy gums, a good set of teeth, and a minimum of 14 dental points.
   • Visual Standards: 6/36 each eye, correctable to 6/9 each eye; maximum limits of refractive error not exceeding +3.50D, including astigmatism.

Written Test Syllabus for Airmen Medical Assistant Rally

The written test for the Medical Assistant position assesses a candidate’s knowledge in various subjects. Below is a detailed breakdown of the syllabus:

Marking Pattern for Written Test(Objective)

• 01 Mark for every correct answer.
• Nil marks for un attempted questions.
• 0.25 marks shall be deducted for each wrong answer.

1. English Language
   • Test comprehension
     • To judge understanding of the passage.
     • To draw inference
     • To judge understanding of vocabulary
   • Grammar – 1
     • Subject – verb concord
     • Forms of verbs and errors in the use of verbs, etc.
     • Sequence of tenses and errors in the use of tenses
   • Grammar – 2
     • Formation of words – Nouns from verbs and adjectives, Adjectives from nouns and verbs, Adverbs from adjectives etc.
     • Determiners
     • The Preposition
     • Nouns and Pronouns
     • The Adjective
     • The Adverb
     • The Conjunction
     • The Modals
   • Vocabulary
     • Synonyms and Synonyms in context
     • Antonyms and Antonyms in context
     • One word substitution
     • Spelling pitfalls
     • Simple Idioms/phrases
     • Words often confused/Selecting the correct word fitting in a sentence
   • Narration (Direct and Indirect)
     • Commands and requests
     • Statements (Various tenses)
     • Questions (Various forms of questions, tenses, etc.)
   • Voice (Active and Passive)
     • Changes required under each tense.
     • Other conditions for transforming Active into Passive
       • The Preposition
       • Modal auxiliaries
       • Infinitive
       • Participles
   • Jumbled Sentences
2. Reasoning & General Awareness (RAGA)
   • Reasoning (Verbal and Non-Verbal)
     • Series completion
     • Distance and Direction sense Test
     • Mathematical Operations
     • Number, Ranking & Time Sequence Test
     • Classification
     • Inserting the Missing character
     • Blood Relation
     • Coding & Decoding
     • Clocks
     • Logical Venn Diagrams
     • Tallest, youngest relations
     • Alphabet Test
     • Analogy
     • Non- Verbal reasoning
     • Logical Sequence of words
     • Sitting Arrangements
   • Mathematics (Elementary)
     • Ratio and Proportion
     • Average
     • LCM & HCF
     • Profit and Loss
     • Time, Distance and Speed
     • Percentage
     • Simplifications of Numbers
     • Fractions
     • Area of Triangle, Square, Circle and Rectangle
     • Surface Area and Volume of Cuboids, Cylinder, Cone and Sphere
     • Probability
     • Simple Trigonometry
   • General Knowledge and Current Affairs
     • General Science
     • Civics
     • Geography
     • Current Events
     • History
     • Basic Computer Operations

Preparation Tips for the Written Test

• Understand the Syllabus
  • Familiarize yourself with the syllabus and focus on each topic systematically.
• Study Materials
  • Use NCERT textbooks for Physics and Biology and standard grammar books for English. Supplement your preparation with previous years’ question papers and mock tests.
• Time Management
  • Divide your study time equally among subjects. Allocate more time to weaker areas.
• Practice Regularly
  • Solve practice papers and quizzes to improve speed and accuracy.
• Stay Updated
  • Read newspapers and magazines daily to stay updated on current affairs.

Selection Procedure

The selection process comprises several stages to assess the suitability of candidates:

1. Verification of Eligibility: The original passing certificates / marks sheets will not be retained by selection Centre. The same will be returned to the candidates on completion of detailed verification.
2. Physical Fitness Test (PFT): This includes a 1.6 km run to be completed within a stipulated time, push-ups, sit-ups, and squats.
3. Written Test: Candidates who qualify in the PFT will undergo a written examination covering subjects relevant to the trade.
4. Adaptability Test – I: Assesses the adaptability of the candidate to the military environment.
5. Adaptability Test – II: Evaluates the suitability of the candidate for employment in the IAF, considering the geographical and operational requirements.
6. Medical Examination: Candidates who clear the above tests will undergo a thorough medical examination to ensure they meet the medical standards set by the IAF.

Preparation Tips

Aspiring candidates should focus on the following areas to enhance their chances of selection:

• Physical Fitness: Regular exercise, including running, push-ups, sit-ups, and squats, to meet the PFT standards.
• Academic Knowledge: Strong understanding of Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English to excel in the written test.
• Adaptability Skills: Developing mental resilience and adaptability to thrive in a military environment.
• Medical Fitness: Maintaining overall health, including dental and visual health, to meet medical standards.

Conclusion

Joining the Indian Air Force as an Airman in the Medical Assistant Trade is a prestigious opportunity to serve the nation. Prospective candidates should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and prepare diligently for the selection process. Staying updated with official notifications and adhering to the application timelines is crucial for a successful application.

For more detailed information and updates, candidates are advised to visit the official IAF recruitment website:

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