⚔️ Defence📍 All India✓ Verified Notice

Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 - General Duty & Tradesmen

Organization: Indian Army (IA)
Advt No: IA/AGV/GD-TM/2026-01

Quick Summary: The Indian Army invites online applications for the Agniveer Recruitment 2026 for General Duty (All Arms) and Tradesmen (10th Pass & 8th Pass) categories. This recruitment drive offers a significant opportunity for young, eligible male candidates to join the armed forces for a four-year tenure. The selection process involves an online entrance exam, followed by rigorous physical and medical standards tests.

📅 Important Dates

Notification Date	N/A
Apply Start Date	15/01/2026
Apply Last Date	14/02/2026
Exam Date	20/04/2026

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC	₹250
SC / ST	Free
Female	Free

🎓 Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Qualification Required: Graduate

For Agniveer General Duty (All Arms): Class 10th pass with 45% marks in aggregate and 33% in each subject. For Agniveer Tradesmen (10th Pass): Class 10th pass. For Agniveer Tradesmen (8th Pass): Class 8th pass. Specific trade skills may be required for certain Tradesmen roles.

Age Limits: 17.5 to 21 years.

⚡ Selection Process

1Online Common Entrance Examination (CEE)

2Physical Fitness Test (PFT)

3Physical Measurement Test (PMT)

4Medical Examination

5Document Verification

6Preparation of Final Merit List

📎 Required Documents

Class 10th/8th Marksheet & Passing Certificate
Domicile Certificate
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
Religion Certificate (if applicable)
School Character Certificate
Character Certificate (from village Sarpanch/Municipal Corporation)
Unmarried Certificate (for candidates below 21 years)
NCC Certificate (if applicable)
Sports Certificate (if applicable)
Passport size photographs (20 copies)
Aadhaar Card/PAN Card

✍️ How to Apply Online

Candidates must apply online through the official website joinindianarmy.nic.in. Navigate to the 'Agnipath' section, register with basic details, fill out the detailed application form, upload scanned copies of required documents and a recent passport-sized photograph, pay the applicable examination fee online, and finally submit the application. It is mandatory to take a printout of the submitted application for future reference.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the age limit for Agniveer recruitment?

The age limit for Agniveer recruitment is between 17.5 years to 21 years as on the date specified in the official notification.

Is there any fee exemption for SC/ST or female candidates?

Yes, as per this notification, SC/ST candidates and female candidates are exempted from paying the application fee.

Can female candidates apply for this specific recruitment (Agniveer GD/Tradesmen)?

This notification primarily targets male candidates for Agniveer General Duty and Tradesmen roles. Separate recruitment drives are conducted for female candidates for other roles in the Indian Army.

What is the duration of service for an Agniveer?

Agniveers will serve for a period of four years. After four years, up to 25% of Agniveers will be enrolled in the regular cadre of the Indian Army based on merit and organizational requirements.