Indian Army Agniveer 2026
– Complete Guide
Join the Indian Army for a 4-year tenure under the Agnipath Scheme. Open to 8th, 10th, and 12th pass candidates across various trades. Over 25,000 vacancies for the 2026 cycle.
1📅 Important Dates – Army Agniveer 2026
| Event | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Official Notification Released | 12 February 2026 | Completed |
| Online Application Opens | 13 February 2026 | Completed |
| Last Date to Apply (Extended) | 10 April 2026 | Completed |
| CEE Admit Card | To be notified (TBN) | TBN |
| CEE Online Exam Window | 01 – 16 June 2026 | Upcoming |
| CEE Result / Shortlist | To be notified (TBN) | TBN |
| Recruitment Rally (Physical) | Zone-wise – TBN | TBN |
| Medical Examination | After Rally – TBN | TBN |
| Final Merit List & Joining | To be notified (TBN) | TBN |
⚠️ TBN = To Be Notified. Dates are subject to change. Always verify at joinindianarmy.nic.in.
2🎓 Eligibility Criteria
Age Relaxation
* Always check the official notification for post-specific age relaxation rules.
3📋 Posts, Vacancies & Education
| Post | Educational Qualification | Max Age |
|---|---|---|
| Agniveer General Duty (GD) – Male | 10th Pass, 45% aggregate, 33% per subject | 21 yrs |
| Agniveer GD (Women Military Police) | 10th Pass, 45% aggregate, 33% per subject | 21 yrs |
| Agniveer Technical | 12th (PCM) with 50% aggregate | 21 yrs |
| Agniveer Clerk / Store Keeper Technical | 12th (any stream) with 60% aggregate; 50% in English & Maths | 21 yrs |
| Agniveer Tradesman (10th Pass) | 10th Pass with 33% marks in each subject | 21 yrs |
| Agniveer Tradesman (8th Pass) | 8th Pass with 33% marks in each subject | 21 yrs |
| Sepoy Pharma / Nursing Assistant | 12th (PCB) + specific technical qualification | 25 yrs |
| JCO Religious Teacher (RT) | Graduate + relevant religious qualification | 34 yrs |
4Selection Process
5📋 CEE Exam Pattern
The Common Entrance Exam (CEE) is an online MCQ-based test. Pattern varies by post. The two most common patterns are shown below.
Agniveer GD (50 Questions | 100 Marks | 60 Minutes)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 15 | 30 | −0.5 |
| General Science | 15 | 30 | −0.5 |
| Mathematics | 10 | 20 | −0.5 |
| Logical Reasoning | 10 | 20 | −0.5 |
| Total | 50 | 100 | −0.5 per wrong |
Agniveer Clerk / SKT (100 Questions | 200 Marks | 120 Minutes)
| Subject | Questions | Marks | Negative Marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge | 25 | 50 | −0.5 |
| General Science | 10 | 20 | −0.5 |
| Mathematics | 25 | 50 | −0.5 |
| Computer Science | 10 | 20 | −0.5 |
| English | 25 | 50 | −0.5 |
| General Reasoning | 5 | 10 | −0.5 |
| Total | 100 | 200 | −0.5 per wrong |
⚠️ Technical post has a separate 100-question pattern with PCM and technical subjects. Download the official pattern PDF from joinindianarmy.nic.in.
6Physical Fitness & Measurement Standards
| Physical Test | Group I / Standard | Group II / Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 km Run | Up to 5 min 30 sec (Bonus marks) | 5 min 31 sec – 5 min 45 sec |
| Pull Ups | 10 pull-ups (max bonus) | Minimum 6 pull-ups required |
| 9-Foot Ditch | Must clear in single jump | Qualifying – no marks |
| Zig-Zag Balance | Complete the course without errors | Qualifying – no marks |
| Height (Min) | 170 cm (General/OBC/EWS) | 162.5 cm (SC/ST/NE/Tribal) |
| Chest (Male) | Unexpanded: 80 cm | Minimum expansion: 5 cm |
Run timing earns bonus marks (Group I = higher bonus). Height, chest, and weight are assessed as part of the Physical Measurement Test (PMT) — these are qualifying standards, not scored.
7💰 Salary, Package & Benefits
| Year | Gross Package | Seva Nidhi Deduction (30%) | In-Hand Salary | Annual CTC |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | ₹30,000 | ₹9,000 | ~₹21,000 | ₹4.76 Lakh |
| Year 2 | ₹33,000 | ₹9,900 | ~₹23,100 | ₹5.24 Lakh |
| Year 3 | ₹36,500 | ₹10,950 | ~₹25,550 | ₹5.80 Lakh |
| Year 4 | ₹40,000 | ₹12,000 | ~₹28,000 | ₹6.92 Lakh |
Other Benefits & Allowances
8After 4 Years – Career Pathways
Regular Army Enrolment (25%)
Top 25% performers (by merit, medical fitness, and vacancy) are inducted into the regular Indian Army. Full career of 15+ years, higher pay scales, pension benefits, and promotion opportunities.
Seva Nidhi + Civilian Life (75%)
Receive ₹11.71 lakh Seva Nidhi, a detailed skill certificate, and a Class 12 equivalent certificate (if enrolled after 10th). Priority for CAPF & state government jobs.
CAPF Priority Hiring
Agniveer completers get priority and age relaxation for recruitment into BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB, and other Central Armed Police Forces.
State Govt & Private Jobs
Several state governments and private companies offer priority consideration to Agniveer completers. The discipline, skills, and service record carry significant value in the job market.
9🗓️ 90-Day Preparation Plan
Month 1 – Foundation: Focus on GK (Lucent's), Basic Maths (R.S. Aggarwal up to Class 10 level), and General Science. Cover 2 chapters per subject per day. Run 1 km daily to build stamina.
Month 2 – Practice: Shift to topic-wise MCQ practice. Solve 50+ questions per day. Begin timed mock tests (30 minutes). Increase run distance to 1.6 km and start pull-up training.
Month 3 – Mock Tests & Revision: Solve 5 full mock tests per week. Analyse mistakes and revise weak topics. Aim for 1.6 km in under 5:45 min and 10+ pull-ups consistently.
Final 2 Weeks: Revision only. Re-read GK notes, solve 2 mocks per day. Focus on physical fitness — do not start new topics. Rest properly before the exam.
10📚 Recommended Books
| Book | Author | Subject | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucent's General Knowledge | Lucent Publications | GK & Current Affairs | Buy |
| Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams | R.S. Aggarwal (S. Chand) | Mathematics | Buy |
| Lucent's General Science | Lucent Publications | General Science | — |
| A Modern Approach to Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning | R.S. Aggarwal | Logical Reasoning | Buy |
| Objective English for Competitive Exams | S.P. Bakshi (Arihant) | English (Clerk post) | Buy |
| Army Agniveer Previous Year Papers (Chapter-wise) | Arihant / Oswaal | Previous Papers | — |
Practice with Army Agniveer-specific previous year papers for best results. Free PDFs may be available on official prep channels.
11❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the age limit for Army Agniveer 2026?
How many vacancies are there in Army Agniveer 2026?
What is the Seva Nidhi package in the Agniveer scheme?
Can girls / female candidates apply for Army Agniveer?
Is there negative marking in the Agniveer CEE exam?
What happens after 4 years? Can I continue in the Army?
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