🇮🇳 Indian Army Recruitment 2026 – Agniveer Online Apply
The Indian Army has released the official notification for Agniveer Recruitment 2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. Eligible candidates can apply online for various Agniveer posts across India.
📌 Recruitment Overview
- Post Name: Agniveer (General Duty, Technical, Clerk/Store Keeper Technical & Tradesmen)
- No of Posts: To be updated
- Scheme Name: Agnipath Scheme
- Service Duration: 4 Years
- Department: Indian Army
- Ministry: Ministry of Defence, India
- Job Location: All India
- Application Mode: Online
- Scheme Launch Date: 14 June 2022
📚 Eligibility Criteria
1️⃣ Agniveer (General Duty)
- Class 10th pass with 45% aggregate marks
- Minimum 33% in each subject
- LMV Driving License holders will get preference for Driver posts
2️⃣ Agniveer (Technical)
- 10+2 (Science) with Physics, Maths & English with 50% aggregate
- OR 10+2 with ITI (NSQF Level 4 or above)
- OR Two-year vocational course with Physics & Mathematics (50% aggregate)
- OR 10th pass (50% aggregate, 40% in English, Maths & Science) + 2/3 years ITI/Diploma in relevant trades
Relevant Trades Include:
- Mechanic Motor Vehicle
- Electrician
- Fitter
- Electronic Mechanic
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Science / Engineering
- Automobile Engineering
- Information Technology
- Surveyor
- Draughtsman
3️⃣ Agniveer Clerk / Store Keeper (Technical)
- 10+2 pass in any stream (Arts/Commerce/Science)
- 60% aggregate marks
- Minimum 50% in each subject
- 50% in English & Maths/Accounts/Book Keeping compulsory
4️⃣ Agniveer Tradesmen (10th Pass)
- 10th pass with minimum 33% in each subject
5️⃣ Agniveer Tradesmen (8th Pass)
- 8th pass with minimum 33% in each subject
🎂 Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 17 Years 6 Months
- Maximum Age: 22 Years
- Born Between: 01 July 2005 to 01 July 2009 (Both dates inclusive)
🏃 Physical Standards
| Category | Height (Cms) | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| General Duty | 160 | 77 (+5 cm expansion) |
| Technical | 157 | 77 (+5 cm expansion) |
| Clerk/Store Keeper | 160 | 77 (+5 cm expansion) |
| Tradesmen 10th | 160 | 77 (+5 cm expansion) |
| Tradesmen 8th | 160 | 77 (+5 cm expansion) |
Weight: Proportionate to height and age as per Army rules.
💰 Salary & Benefits
| Year | Package | In-Hand (70%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 2nd Year | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 |
| 3rd Year | ₹36,500 | ₹25,580 |
| 4th Year | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 |
Exit After 4 Years: ₹10.04 Lakhs + accrued interest
Life Insurance Cover: ₹48 Lakhs
💳 Application Fee
₹250/- (Net Banking / Debit Card / Credit Card / UPI)
📝 How to Apply
- Visit official website: joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Click on "New User? Register"
- Login and fill the online application form
- Upload required documents
- Pay the application fee
- Submit the form
- Take a printout for future reference
📅 Important Dates
- Starting Date: 13 February 2026
- Last Date: 1 April 2026
- Online Exam (CEE): 1st to 15th June 2026 (Tentative)
- CEE Result: To be updated
Conclusion: Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 offers a great opportunity for young candidates to serve the nation with attractive salary and benefits. Apply before the last date.
