Indian Army Agniveer 2026 Recruitment: GD, Technical, Clerk & Tradesman
The Indian Army recruits Agniveers under the Agnipath scheme for General Duty, Technical, Clerk/Store Keeper Technical and Tradesman categories. Selection is via a Common Entrance Exam (CEE), a recruitment rally and a medical test. Open to candidates aged 17.5 to 21 years.
Overview
| Organization | Indian Army |
|---|---|
| Qualification | Varies by category — Class 10 for GD and Tradesman, Class 12 (PCM) for Technical, and Class 12 in any stream for Clerk/SKT. Check the category-wise eligibility in the official notification. |
| Job Location | All India |
| Salary | Attractive monthly package for the 4-year Agnipath term; free board and lodging; Seva Nidhi lump sum on exit. |
| Apply Mode | Online |
| Start Date | 13 Feb 2026 |
| Last Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
Important Dates
| Notification | 12 February 2026 |
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| Application Window | 13 February – 10 April 2026 |
| Online CEE | 01 – 15 June 2026 |
Application Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| All categories | ₹250 (approx., as per the notification) |
Age Limit
17.5 to 21 years, as per the Agnipath scheme.
Eligibility / Qualification
Varies by category — Class 10 for GD and Tradesman, Class 12 (PCM) for Technical, and Class 12 in any stream for Clerk/SKT. Check the category-wise eligibility in the official notification.
The Indian Army recruits Agniveers under the Agnipath scheme across categories such as Agniveer General Duty (GD), Agniveer Technical, Agniveer Clerk/Store Keeper Technical and Agniveer Tradesman. The Army Agniveer 2026 notification opened earlier this year, with the Common Entrance Exam conducted in June 2026.
Selection & Exam Pattern
Selection begins with an online Common Entrance Examination (CEE), followed by a Recruitment Rally comprising a Physical Fitness Test, Physical Measurement Test and an Adaptability Test, and finally a Medical Examination. Each stage is qualifying.
Agnipath Benefits
Agniveers receive an attractive monthly package during the four-year engagement along with free accommodation, food, clothing and medical facilities. On completion, the Seva Nidhi package (a tax-free lump sum) is paid. Verify all current figures and the latest notification on joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Vacancy Details
| Post | Total | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Agniveer GD / Technical / Clerk-SKT / Tradesman | As per the notification (25,000+ reported) | 10th / 12th (category-wise) |
Selection Process
Online Common Entrance Exam (CEE) → Recruitment Rally (Physical Fitness, Physical Measurement, Adaptability Tests) → Medical Examination → Merit List.
How to Apply
- Register on the official Join Indian Army portal at joinindianarmy.nic.in.
- Fill the Agniveer application and select your category and preferred centre.
- Upload the required documents, pay the fee online and submit.
- Download the admit card for the CEE when released.
Important Links
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit for Indian Army Agniveer 2026?
Candidates must be between 17.5 and 21 years of age as per the Agnipath scheme.
What is the selection process for Army Agniveer?
An online Common Entrance Exam, followed by a recruitment rally (physical and adaptability tests) and a medical examination.
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