The Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 notification has officially been released for the 2026-27 recruitment year. If you are dreaming of serving the nation, this is your massive chance! The Indian Army is inviting online applications from unmarried male and female candidates for posts like Agniveer General Duty (GD), Technical, Clerk, Tradesman, and Women Military Police. Special entries for Sepoy Pharma and Nursing Assistant are also open this time. The online registration started on 13th February 2026 and will close on 1st April 2026. The selection process begins with a Common Entrance Exam (CEE) scheduled for June 2026. Read below for simple, step-by-step details on eligibility, age limits, and how to apply directly without any confusion.
Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 Overview
Criteria
Details
Recruitment Organization
Indian Army
Recruitment Year
2026-27
Scheme Name
Agnipath Scheme & Regular Cadre (NA/Pharma)
Post Names
Agniveer GD, Tech, Clerk, Tradesman, Women MP, NA, Sepoy Pharma
Total Vacancies
25,000+ (Approximate)
Application Mode
Online
Exam Mode
Online CEE (Computer Based Test)
Job Location
All India
Official Website
joinindianarmy.nic.in
Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 Important Dates
Event
Date
Notification Release Date
13 February 2026
Application Start Date
13 February 2026
Last Date For Registration
01 April 2026
Last Date For Fee Payment
01 April 2026
Admit Card Release Date
May 2026 (Tentative)
CEE Exam Date
01 June to 16 June 2026
Application Fee
Category
Fee Amount
General / OBC / EWS
₹ 250/-
SC / ST
₹ 250/-
Payment Mode
Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, UPI)
Age Limit Details
Post Name
Age Limit
Date of Birth Range (Expected)
Agniveer GD / Tech / Clerk / Tradesman
17 ½ to 21 Years
01 July 2005 to 01 July 2009
Agniveer Women Military Police
17 ½ to 21 Years
01 July 2005 to 01 July 2009
Soldier Technical (Nursing Assistant)
17 ½ to 23 Years
01 Oct 2003 to 01 April 2009
Sepoy Pharma
19 to 25 Years
01 Oct 2001 to 01 April 2007
Age Relaxation
No age relaxation for reserved categories (SC/ST/OBC) in Agnipath Scheme.
Check notification for special cases like Widows of Defence Personnel.
Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 Vacancy Details
Vacancy Details
Information
Total Posts
25,000+ (Expected across all AROs/ZROs)
Post Name
Agniveer (General Duty, Technical, Office Assistant/Clerk, Tradesman 10th & 8th), Women Military Police, Nursing Assistant, Sepoy Pharma
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Varies by ARO (Army Recruiting Office)
Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 Eligibility Details
Post Name
Education Qualification
Agniveer General Duty (GD)
Class 10th Matric Pass with 45% marks in aggregate and 33% in each subject.
Agniveer Technical
10+2/Intermediate Exam Pass in Science with Physics, Chemistry, Maths and English with min 50% marks in aggregate and 40% in each subject.
Agniveer Office Assistant / Clerk
10+2 / Intermediate Exam Pass in any stream (Arts, Commerce, Science) with 60% marks in aggregate and minimum 50% in each subject. English and Maths/Accts/Book Keeping is mandatory in Class 12th.
Agniveer Tradesman (10th Pass)
Class 10th Simple Pass. No aggregate percentage but should have scored 33% in each subject.
Agniveer Tradesman (8th Pass)
Class 8th Simple Pass. No aggregate percentage but should have scored 33% in each subject.
Women Military Police
Class 10th Matric Pass with 45% marks in aggregate and 33% in each subject.
Soldier Technical (Nursing Assistant)
10+2 Pass in Science with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English with min 50% aggregate and 40% in each subject.
Sepoy Pharma
10+2 Pass and D.Pharma with min 55% in aggregate and registered with State Pharmacy Council / Pharmacy Council of India. (B.Pharma with 50% is also eligible).
Category-Wise Vacancy Details
Category
Status
General / OBC / SC / ST / EWS
Vacancies in the Indian Army are not distributed by caste category. They are allotted based on the ARO (Army Recruiting Office) and ZRO (Zonal Recruiting Office) requirements. Selection is purely on merit.
State-Wise Vacancy Details
Region
Who Can Apply?
All India (All States & UTs)
Candidates must apply only to the specific ARO (Army Recruiting Office) covering their home district.
Domicile Requirement
You can only apply for the rally conducted by the ARO linked to your permanent resident district (Domicile).
Important Documents Required
Document Type
Details
Educational Certificates
8th / 10th / 12th Marksheets and Passing Certificates (Original).
Identity Proof
Aadhaar Card (Must be linked with Mobile Number).
Residency Proof
Domicile / Nativity Certificate issued by Tehsildar/DM.
Caste Certificate
Caste Certificate issued by authorized signatory (if applicable).
Character Certificate
Issued by School/College or Village Sarpanch/Municipal Corporation (within last 6 months).
NCC/Sports Certificate
If you want to claim bonus marks.
Photographs
20 Copies of un-attested Passport size color photographs (White Background).
Affidavit
Notary Affidavit on Rs 10/- Non-Judicial Stamp Paper (Format available on website).
Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 Syllabus Overview
Subject
Topics
General Knowledge (GK)
History, Geography, Sports, Awards, Indian Armed Forces, Current Affairs.
General Science (GS)
Basic Physics, Chemistry, and Biology (10th Standard level).
Mathematics
Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration (10th Standard level).
Logical Reasoning
Number Series, Coding-Decoding, Blood Relations, etc.
Computer Science
Basic Computer concepts (Specifically for Clerk/Office Assistant).
What is the last date to apply for Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026?
The online registration for the Indian Army Agniveer 2026-27 recruitment cycle began on 13th February 2026 and will close on 1st April 2026. Candidates must complete their application and fee payment by this deadline.
What is the age limit for Agniveer GD and Technical posts?
For Agniveer General Duty (GD), Technical, Clerk, and Tradesman posts, the age limit is 17 ½ to 21 years. For the 2026 recruitment, candidates should generally be born between 01 July 2005 and 01 July 2009.
What are the educational qualifications for Agniveer General Duty (GD)?
Candidates applying for Agniveer GD must have passed Class 10th (Matric) with a minimum of 45% marks in aggregate and at least 33% marks in each individual subject.
How much is the application fee for the Army Agniveer 2026 exam?
The application fee is ₹ 250/- for all candidates, regardless of category (General, OBC, EWS, SC, or ST). The payment must be made online using a Debit Card, Credit Card, Net Banking, or UPI.
When will the Indian Army Agniveer CEE exam be conducted?
The Online Common Entrance Exam (CEE) is scheduled to take place from 01 June to 16 June 2026. Admit cards for the computer-based test are expected to be released in May 2026.
What is the selection process for the Agnipath scheme?
The selection process consists of four phases: Phase 1 is the Online Common Entrance Exam (CEE); Phase 2 involves the Recruitment Rally (Physical Fitness and Measurement tests); Phase 3 is the Medical Examination; and Phase 4 is the preparation of the Final Merit List.
Can women apply for the Indian Army Agniveer recruitment?
Yes, unmarried female candidates can apply for the Agniveer Women Military Police (WMP) post. The eligibility criteria regarding age (17 ½ to 21 years) and education (10th pass with 45% aggregate) are similar to the GD post.
