🪖The Indian Army has officially opened the online application window for the Agniveer Recruitment 2026, offering over 25,000+ vacancies across India under the Agnipath Scheme.
📅 Important Dates
- Applications started: 13 February 2026
- Last date to apply: 01 April 2026
- Tentative online exam: 1 June – 15 June 2026 (dates may vary by centre)
📌 Vacancies & Categories
The recruitment drive includes a wide range of posts such as:
- Agniveer General Duty (GD)
- Agniveer Technical
- Clerk/Storekeeper Technical
- Tradesman
- Soldier Pharma
- Soldier Technical Nursing Assistant
- Women Military Police
Total vacancies exceed 25,000+ across various regions and roles.
📜 Eligibility Criteria
🔹 Educational Qualification
- 8th, 10th, 12th pass or graduation required depending on the post applied for.
🔹 Age Limit
- Typical age: 17.5 – 21 years for most posts.
- Some reports mention age relaxations up to approximately 22–23 years for certain categories.
🔹 Physical Standards
- Height: ~170 cm
- Chest: Min. 77 cm with 5 cm expansion (often applicable for male candidates)
(Exact standards differ by category and physiology)
📝 Selection Process
The selection for Agniveer is conducted in three main stages:
- Computer-Based Test (CBT / Common Entrance Exam)
- Recruitment Rally (Physical tests & measurement)
- Medical Examination & Document Verification
The written exam generally covers topics such as General Knowledge, Mathematics, Reasoning, Science and English depending on the post.
💰 Pay & Service Terms
- These posts fall under the Agnipath Scheme, where selected candidates serve 4 years in the Indian Army.
- Monthly salary increases annually:
- ₹30,000 in 1st year
- ₹35,000 in 2nd year
- ₹40,000 in 3rd & 4th year
(After contribution to the Agniveer Corpus Fund, in-hand may vary)
🧾 How to Apply
Candidates must apply online only via the official Indian Army recruitment portal:
👉 https://joinindianarmy.nic.in
Steps (typical):
- Visit the official portal.
- Register using your details.
- Fill form & choose post/category.
- Upload required documents.
- Pay the application fee (approx. ₹250).
📌 Tips Before Applying
✔ Read the official notification PDF carefully (eligibility, physical standards, medical norms).
✔ Keep scanned documents ready (photo, signature, ID proof, educational certificates).
✔ Apply well before the last date to avoid site traffic delays.