⚔️ Defence📍 All India✓ Verified Notice

Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 - General Duty & Tradesmen

Organization: Indian Army (IA)
Advt No: IA/AGN/GD/TRD/2026/01

Quick Summary: The Indian Army invites online applications for the Agniveer recruitment 2026 for various posts including General Duty (GD) and Tradesmen. This is a golden opportunity for young, patriotic individuals aged 17.5 to 21 years to serve the nation for a period of four years under the Agnipath Scheme. Selection will be based on an Online Common Entrance Examination, Physical Fitness Tests, Physical Measurement Tests, and a Medical Examination. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply online before 31st March 2026.

📅 Important Dates

Notification Date	N/A
Apply Start Date	15/02/2026
Apply Last Date	31/03/2026
Exam Date	18/05/2026

💳 Application Fee

General / OBC	₹250
SC / ST	₹250
Female	₹250

🎓 Eligibility & Qualifications

Minimum Qualification Required: Graduate

For Agniveer General Duty (All Arms): Class 10th / Matric Pass with 45% marks in aggregate and 33% in each subject. For Agniveer Tradesmen (10th Pass): Class 10th simple pass. For Agniveer Tradesmen (8th Pass): Class 8th simple pass. Details on specific trades will be in official notification.

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

6Final Merit List

📎 Required Documents

Aadhaar Card
10th/8th Class Mark Sheet & Passing Certificate
Domicile Certificate
Caste Certificate (if applicable)
NCC Certificate (if applicable)
Sports Certificate (if applicable)
Passport Size Photographs
Signature
Valid Email ID and Mobile Number

✍️ How to Apply Online

Candidates must apply online through the official website joinindianarmy.nic.in. Register, fill the application form with personal and educational details, upload scanned copies of required documents, pay the application fee online, and finally submit the application. Ensure all details are accurate before final submission.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the age limit for Agniveer recruitment?

The age limit is 17.5 years to 21 years as of the recruitment cycle start date.

Is there any age relaxation for reserved categories?

No, the age limit is fixed for the Agniveer scheme, and no age relaxation is generally provided for any category.

What is the educational qualification for Agniveer GD?

Candidates must have passed Class 10th / Matric with 45% marks in aggregate and 33% in each subject.

What is the application fee?

A non-refundable application fee of ₹250 is applicable for all categories, payable online.

Where can I find the detailed official notification?

The detailed official notification will be available on the official Indian Army recruitment website: joinindianarmy.nic.in.