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BIG NEWS ALERT! The wait is over, future warriors! The Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment Rally Notification 2026 is officially OUT — unlocking 25,000+ vacancies under the Agnipath Scheme. This is your once-in-a-lifetime chance to wear the olive green, serve the nation with pride, and secure rock-solid financial stability right from Day 1.
Picture this: Starting salary package of ₹30,000 per month (rising to ₹40,000 by Year 4), free food, accommodation, medical cover, risk allowances, life insurance of ₹48 lakh, and a massive Seva Nidhi corpus of over ₹10 lakh when you complete your 4-year tenure. For freshers who just passed 10th or 12th, this is the ultimate dream job — honour, adventure, discipline, and unmatched respect. Even if you're already working somewhere, switching to Agniveer gives you lifelong career growth, priority in CAPFs, state police, railways, and private sector jobs after service.
Why apply right now?
- Zero experience required — just passion, fitness & eligibility
- In-hand salary starts at ~₹21,000 + huge perks in Year 1
- 25% chance of permanent absorption in Indian Army
- Massive respect + skills that open doors forever
Applications are live from 13 February 2026 to 01 April 2026. Don't let this golden opportunity pass you by. Read every detail below, prepare smart, train hard, and turn your dream into reality. Your journey as an Agniveer begins today!
Why You Should Apply Right Now?
- Freshers: Zero experience needed — just passion and fitness.
- Experienced Pros: Transfer your skills into a disciplined, high-respect environment.
- Financial Security: In-hand salary starts at ~₹21,000 in Year 1, plus free accommodation, medical, rations, and risk allowances.
- Career Growth: 25% get permanent absorption; others get priority in railways, police, and private sector.
This is the biggest defence recruitment drive of 2026. Don’t miss it. Applications are open from 13 February 2026 to 01 April 2026. Read every word below — your future in the Indian Army starts here!
Detailed Recruitment Overview
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Army |
| Post Name | Agniveer (GD, Technical, Clerk, Tradesman, Pharma, Nursing Assistant, Women Military Police & more) |
| Total Vacancies | 25,000+ (Expected across categories) |
| Qualification | 8th/10th/12th Pass (post-wise) |
| Age Limit | 17.5 – 22 Years (born 01 Jul 2005 – 01 Jul 2009) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Application Start Date | 13 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 April 2026 |
| Exam Date (CEE) | 01 – 16 June 2026 (tentative) |
| Selection Process | CBT → Recruitment Rally (PFT + Measurement) → Medical + DV |
| Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Notification PDF | Available on official portal |
Post-Wise Vacancy Breakdown
The Indian Army has announced a massive 25,000+ vacancies under the Agnipath Scheme for the 2026-27 cycle. While the exact state-wise or category-wise breakup is released zone-wise on the portal after registration, the distribution is expected to be heavily tilted towards high-demand trades.
Major Categories & Expected Share
- Agniveer General Duty (GD): Largest chunk (approx. 40-45% of total) — ideal for 10th-pass candidates.
- Agniveer Technical: Huge demand for science-stream students (PCM background).
- Agniveer Clerk / Store Keeper Technical: For 12th-pass candidates with good English & Maths.
- Agniveer Tradesman (10th & 8th Pass): For skilled and semi-skilled roles (Syce, Housekeeper, Mess Keeper, etc.).
- Soldier Pharma, Nursing Assistant, Women Military Police: Specialised and women-specific posts.
Reservation Policy Explained in Detail The Indian Army follows the Government of India’s reservation policy. Vertical reservations apply for SC, ST, OBC (NCL), EWS. Horizontal reservations exist for women (especially in Military Police) and ex-servicemen (limited).
Key Highlights of Reservation
- SC/ST/OBC candidates get relaxed cut-offs in the written exam and physical standards (height/chest/weight relaxed by 2-5 cm depending on region/category).
- No separate “80:20 rule” applies in this national online CEE format (unlike some older state-specific rallies). Merit is prepared category-wise.
- PwD candidates have limited posts but get age/qualification relaxations where applicable.
- Ex-Servicemen get age relaxation (up to the upper limit) and priority in certain trades.
- Women candidates are eligible only in notified categories (e.g., Women Military Police).
This transparent reservation system ensures every deserving candidate from any background gets a fair shot. The final merit list is prepared on the basis of written marks + physical performance + medical fitness.
Deep Dive: Eligibility & Age Relaxations
Educational Qualifications (Post-Wise)
- Agniveer GD: 10th pass with minimum 45% aggregate and 33% in each subject.
- Agniveer Technical: 12th (PCM + English) with 50% aggregate and 40% in each subject OR 10+2 + ITI (NSQF Level 4).
- Agniveer Clerk/Store Keeper: 12th in any stream (minimum percentage usually 60% aggregate & 50% in each subject — confirm on portal).
- Agniveer Tradesman 10th: Simple 10th pass (minimum 33% in each subject).
- Agniveer Tradesman 8th: Simple 8th pass for specific trades.
Age Limit (As on 01 Jul 2026)
Minimum: 17½ years
Maximum: 22 years
Eligible birth dates: 01 July 2005 to 01 July 2009 (both inclusive).
Age Relaxation Table
| Category | Age Relaxation | Remarks |
|---|---|---|
| General | Nil | 17.5 – 22 years |
| SC / ST | Nil (but physical relaxed) | Same age limit |
| OBC | Nil | Same age limit |
| Ex-Servicemen | As per rules (up to upper limit) | Additional relaxation applicable |
| PwD | As per government norms | Limited posts |
Important Note: The upper age has been increased to 22 years as a one-time measure for this cycle. Always double-check your eligibility on the official portal before applying.
Physical Standards
- Height: 162 cms.
- Chest Expansion: The candidate should be capable of chest expansion of 05 cms.
- Weight: Weight standards are based on BMI as per the chart below.
Weight Standards Chart
|
Height (cm) |
Min Weight for all ages (kg) |
Age 17 - 20 Yrs Max Weight (kg) |
Age 20+01 day - 30 Yrs Max Weight (kg) |
|
155 |
43.2 |
52.9 |
55.3 |
|
156 |
43.8 |
53.5 |
56.0 |
|
157 |
44.4 |
54.2 |
56.7 |
|
158 |
44.9 |
54.9 |
57.4 |
|
159 |
45.5 |
55.6 |
58.1 |
|
160 |
46.1 |
56.3 |
58.9 |
|
161 |
46.7 |
57.0 |
59.6 |
|
162 |
47.2 |
57.7 |
60.4 |
|
163 |
47.8 |
58.5 |
61.1 |
|
164 |
48.4 |
59.2 |
61.9 |
|
165 |
49.0 |
59.9 |
62.6 |
|
166 |
49.6 |
60.6 |
63.4 |
|
167 |
50.2 |
61.4 |
64.1 |
|
168 |
50.8 |
62.1 |
64.9 |
|
169 |
51.4 |
62.8 |
65.7 |
|
170 |
52.0 |
63.6 |
66.5 |
|
171 |
52.6 |
64.3 |
67.3 |
|
172 |
53.3 |
65.1 |
68.0 |
|
173 |
53.9 |
65.8 |
68.8 |
|
174 |
54.5 |
66.6 |
69.6 |
|
175 |
55.1 |
67.4 |
70.4 |
|
176 |
55.8 |
68.1 |
71.2 |
|
177 |
56.4 |
68.9 |
72.1 |
|
178 |
57.0 |
69.7 |
72.9 |
|
179 |
57.7 |
70.5 |
73.7 |
|
180 |
58.3 |
71.3 |
74.5 |
|
181 |
59.0 |
72.1 |
75.4 |
|
182 |
59.6 |
72.9 |
76.2 |
|
183 |
60.3 |
73.7 |
77.0 |
|
184 |
60.9 |
74.5 |
77.9 |
|
185 |
61.6 |
75.3 |
78.7 |
|
186 |
62.3 |
76.1 |
79.6 |
|
187 |
62.9 |
76.9 |
80.4 |
|
188 |
63.6 |
77.8 |
81.3 |
|
189 |
64.3 |
78.6 |
82.2 |
|
190 |
65.0 |
79.4 |
83.0 |
|
191 |
65.7 |
80.3 |
83.9 |
|
192 |
66.4 |
81.1 |
84.8 |
|
193 |
67.0 |
81.9 |
85.7 |
|
194 |
67.7 |
82.8 |
86.6 |
|
195 |
68.4 |
83.7 |
87.5 |
|
196 |
69.1 |
84.5 |
88.4 |
|
197 |
69.9 |
85.4 |
89.3 |
|
198 |
70.6 |
86.2 |
90.2 |
|
199 |
71.3 |
87.1 |
91.1 |
|
200 |
72.0 |
88.0 |
92.0 |
|
201 |
72.7 |
88.9 |
92.9 |
|
202 |
73.4 |
89.8 |
93.8 |
|
203 |
74.2 |
90.7 |
94.8 |
|
204 |
74.9 |
91.6 |
95.7 |
|
205 |
75.6 |
92.5 |
96.7 |
|
206 |
76.4 |
93.4 |
97.6 |
|
207 |
77.1 |
94.3 |
98.6 |
|
208 |
77.9 |
95.2 |
99.5 |
|
209 |
78.6 |
96.1 |
100.5 |
|
210 |
79.4 |
97.0 |
101.4 |
Special Physical Standards
Candidates belonging to following regions will be given 4 cms height relaxation:
- North East Region: Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya and Assam.
- Gorkhas.
- Garhwalis.
- Ladakher.
- Tribals of recognized tribal areas.
Note: Domicile and Caste certificate will be considered to determine applicability of height relaxation.
Bottom Line for Reserved Category Aspirants:
You do get advantages through relaxed physical standards, lower cut-offs in exams, and category-wise merit lists — which significantly improve your chances compared to general candidates. But there are no fixed reserved seats like in SSC, Railways, or UPSC jobs.
Always check the official notification on joinindianarmy.nic.in for your specific rally/zone — relaxations vary slightly by region and category. Upload your valid caste certificate during online application if claiming benefits.
If you're from SC/ST/OBC and eligible, apply confidently — many reserved category candidates succeed every year due to these relaxations!
The “Money” Section: Salary & Perks
Under the Agnipath Scheme, Agniveers receive a customised monthly package (not under regular 7th Pay Commission pay matrix during the 4-year tenure).
Year-wise Salary Breakdown
| Year | Monthly Package | In-Hand (approx. 70%) | Contribution to Corpus (30%) | GoI Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 2nd | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 | ₹9,900 | ₹9,900 |
| 3rd | ₹36,500 | ₹25,550 | ₹10,950 | ₹10,950 |
| 4th | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
Total Seva Nidhi Corpus at Exit: Approximately ₹10.04 Lakh (your contribution + GoI match + interest).
Additional Perks
- Free accommodation, ration, medical facilities, uniform, and travel concessions.
- Risk & Hardship Allowance (varies by posting).
- Life insurance cover of ₹48 lakh.
- After 4 years: Priority in CAPFs (50% reservation for ex-Agniveers in Group-C posts), state police, railways, and private sector jobs.
- 25% get permanent absorption in the Indian Army with full 7th Pay Commission benefits (Level-7 and above).
Pro Tip for In-Hand Calculation
In Year 1: ₹30,000 package → ₹21,000 in-hand + free food + accommodation = effective ₹35,000+ value. By Year 4 it becomes even sweeter!
Comprehensive Selection Process & Exam Pattern
Stage-1: Computer-Based Test (Common Entrance Exam – CEE) Conducted online across India in June 2026. Different papers for different categories.
Agniveer GD Exam Pattern
- General Knowledge: 15 Qs → 30 Marks
- General Science: 20 Qs → 40 Marks
- Mathematics: 15 Qs → 30 Marks Total: 50 Questions | 100 Marks | Duration: 60 minutes
Marking Scheme: +2 per correct answer. Negative marking of 0.5 or 1 mark (confirm in admit card). NCC ‘C’ certificate holders exempted from GK section.
Subject-wise Syllabus Highlights (GD) General Knowledge: Current affairs, history, geography, UNO, awards, sports, Indian Constitution.
General Science: Physics, Chemistry, Biology up to 10th level (human body, diseases, nutrition, inventions).
Mathematics: Number system, HCF/LCM, percentage, ratio, time & work, geometry, mensuration, algebra.
Other Categories
- Technical: Physics, Chemistry, Maths (12th level) + English.
- Clerk: English (comprehension, grammar), General Knowledge, Numerical Ability, Computer Science.
- Tradesman: Reasoning, GK, General Science.
Stage-2: Recruitment Rally Shortlisted candidates attend physical rally at designated Army Recruiting Offices.
- 1.6 km run (Group I: ≤ 5:30 min = 60 marks)
- Pull-ups (minimum 6-10)
- 9 ft ditch & zig-zag balance
Stage-3: Medical Examination + Document Verification
Comprehensive Selection Process & Exam Pattern continues with negative marking details and preparation weightage.
Expert Preparation Strategy
60-Day Ultimate Study Plan
Weeks 1-2: Build foundation — finish NCERT 9th & 10th Science & Maths.
Weeks 3-4: Complete GK (Lucent + current affairs from governmentdailyjobs.com).
Weeks 5-6: Full syllabus revision + previous year papers.
Weeks 7-8: Daily mock tests (50 questions in 60 min) + physical training.
Subject-wise Weightage & Pro Tips
- General Science carries 40% weightage in GD paper — master it!
- Mathematics: Focus on speed & accuracy.
- GK: Read newspapers daily + monthly current affairs PDFs from our site.
Must-Do Resources
- Download previous year question papers & syllabus PDF from governmentdailyjobs.com.
- Join our free Agniveer 2026 Telegram channel for daily quizzes.
- Physical training: Run 1.6 km daily, practise pull-ups.
Step-by-Step ‘How to Apply’ (Visual Guide in Text)
- Visit joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Click “Apply Online” under Agniveer 2026.
- Register with valid email & mobile.
- Fill personal & educational details.
- Upload photo, signature, thumb impression (as per specs).
- Select two categories (if eligible).
- Pay application fee (₹250 for most categories).
- Preview & submit.
- Download & print confirmation.
- Keep registration number safe.
Documents Required
Candidates must carry the following documents in original along
with self-attested photocopies at the rally site (Phase II):
· Admit Card.
· 20 copies of passport size photographs.
· Education Certificates (Marksheets, Degree, etc.).
· Domicile Certificate.
· Caste Certificate (if applicable for relaxation).
· Religion Certificate (if required).
· School Character Certificate.
· Character Certificate from Village Sarpanch/Municipal Corporation.
· Unmarried Certificate.
· NCC Certificate (if applicable).
· Sports Certificate (if applicable).
· Affidavit on Rs 10 stamp paper as per format.
· Single Bank A/C, PAN Card & AADHAR Card.
· Police Verification Form.
· Certificate from serving personnel for wards of serving soldiers (if applicable).
·
Any other relevant documents as specified in the notification.
Common Document Upload Mistakes to Avoid
- Blurry photos or wrong size.
- Signature in blue pen instead of black.
- Wrong category selection.
- Not uploading 10th marksheet for GD post.
Important Links & FAQ
Official Links Table
- Apply Online → Apply Here
- Notification PDF → Download
- Syllabus PDF → Download
- Admit Card → Download
Top 10 FAQs
- What is the last date? → 01 April 2026.
- Can girls apply? → Yes, for Women Military Police & notified posts.
- Is there negative marking? → Yes (0.5-1 mark).
- What is the in-hand salary in first year? → Approx. ₹21,000.
- Can I apply for two categories? → Yes.
- Is NCC certificate beneficial? → Yes, GK exemption.
- What documents are needed at rally? → 10th/12th marksheets, domicile, caste certificate, etc.
- Is there any height relaxation? → Yes for SC/ST and certain regions.
- When will the exam be held? → June 2026.
- Where to download previous papers? → governmentdailyjobs.com
Conclusion
This is your moment, champion! The Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 is the biggest opportunity of the decade to serve the nation and secure your future. Don’t wait for motivation — become the motivation. Register today, train hard, and give your best shot. Thousands will apply, but only the disciplined and prepared will wear the uniform.
Visit governmentdailyjobs.com daily for updates, syllabus PDFs, mock tests, and previous papers. Your dream of becoming an Agniveer is just one click away.
Jai Hind! Apply now and turn your dream into reality.
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