Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026: notification released by Recruiting Office (HQ) Ambala. Apply online from 13 February 2026 to 01 April 2026 for Agniveer GD, Technical, Clerk/Store Keeper & Tradesmen posts. Check eligibility, age limit, physical standards, salary, selection process and apply link.
The Indian Army has released the official notification for Agniveer Intake for Recruiting Year 2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. The recruitment is being conducted by Recruiting Office (Headquarters) Ambala.
Online applications are invited from unmarried male candidates belonging to Ambala, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Yamunanagar, Panchkula districts of Haryana and UT Chandigarh.
Interested candidates can apply online through the official website Join Indian Army from 13 February 2026 to 01 April 2026.
Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
| Organization | Indian Army |
|---|---|
| Advertisement No. | Agniveer Intake 2027 |
| Post Name | Agniveer (Various Categories) |
| Total Vacancies | As per requirement |
| Apply Start | 13 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 01 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | 01 June to 15 June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Post Details
| Post Name | Total Posts |
|---|---|
| Agniveer (General Duty) | As per requirement |
| Agniveer (Technical) | As per requirement |
| Agniveer (Clerk / Store Keeper Technical) | As per requirement |
| Agniveer Tradesmen (10th Pass) | As per requirement |
| Agniveer Tradesmen (8th Pass) | As per requirement |
Eligibility Criteria
1️⃣ Agniveer (General Duty)
- 10th Pass with 45% aggregate and 33% in each subject
- Age: 17½ to 22 years
2️⃣ Agniveer (Technical)
- 12th Pass with Physics, Maths & English with 50% aggregate
OR - 10th Pass + ITI / Diploma in relevant technical trades
- Age: 17½ to 22 years
3️⃣ Agniveer (Clerk / Store Keeper Technical)
- 12th Pass in any stream with 60% aggregate
- Minimum 50% in each subject
- 50% in English and Maths/Accounts/Book Keeping mandatory
- Age: 17½ to 22 years
4️⃣ Agniveer Tradesmen
- 10th Pass OR 8th Pass (as per category)
- Age: 17½ to 22 years
Date of Birth
Candidates born between 01 July 2005 to 01 July 2009 (both inclusive) are eligible.
Physical Standards
Height Requirements
- GD/Technical/Tradesmen: 170 cm
- Clerk/SKT: 162 cm
Chest
- 77 cm + 5 cm expansion
Weight
- As per Army medical BMI standards
Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
| Event | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 1.6 Km Run | Up to 5 Min 30 Sec (60 Marks) |
| Pull Ups | Minimum 6 |
| 9 Feet Ditch | Qualify |
| Zig-Zag Balance | Qualify |
Application Fees
- ₹250 per category
- Payment via Debit Card / Credit Card / Net Banking / UPI
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 13 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 April 2026 |
| Online CEE Exam | 01 June – 15 June 2026 |
Salary / Agniveer Package
| Year | Monthly Package | In Hand (Approx) |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 2nd Year | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 |
| 3rd Year | ₹36,500 | ₹25,550 |
| 4th Year | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 |
Seva Nidhi Package
- Approx ₹10.04 Lakhs after 4 years (excluding interest)
Insurance
- ₹48 Lakhs Life Insurance Cover
Selection Process
Selection will be conducted in Two Phases:
Phase I
- Online Common Entrance Examination (CEE)
Phase II
- Physical Fitness Test
- Physical Measurement Test
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
How to Apply
- Visit official website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Register and create profile
- Fill required educational & personal details
- Upload photograph & documents
- Pay application fee
- Submit and download confirmation
Required Documents
- Admit Card
- Aadhar Card
- Educational Certificates
- Domicile Certificate
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Character Certificate
- Unmarried Certificate
- NCC / Sports Certificate (if applicable)
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
- Only unmarried male candidates eligible
- 4 years service under Agnipath Scheme
- 25% may be enrolled in regular cadre
- No pension benefits
- Skill certificate after completion
