Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026-27: Apply Online for 25,000+ Vacancies
The Indian Army has officially invited unmarried male and female candidates to join the armed forces under the Agnipath Scheme for the recruiting year 2026-27. This recruitment drive covers various roles, including General Duty, Technical, Office Assistant, and Tradesmen.
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1. Recruitment Summary
| Feature | Details |
| Organization | Indian Army (Bhartiya Sena) |
| Scheme Name | Agnipath Scheme (Agniveer) |
| Total Vacancies | 25,000+ (Expected) |
| Exam Name | Common Entrance Exam (CEE) 2026 |
| Service Duration | 4 Years |
| Official Website | joinindianarmy.nic.in |
2. Crucial Dates for Aspirants
The registration window has been extended to provide candidates with more time to apply. Ensure you complete your application before the new deadline.
| Event | Final Date |
| Online Registration Start Date | February 13, 2026 |
| Extended Last Date to Apply | April 10, 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | April 10, 2026 |
| Online CEE Exam Date | June 01 – June 16, 2026 |
| Admit Card Availability | Before Exam |
3. Eligibility & Educational Standards
Candidates must meet the specific criteria for the trade they wish to join. The age limit for most Agniveer posts is 17.5 to 21 years (Candidates born between Oct 01, 2005, and April 01, 2009).
| Post Name | Educational Qualification |
| Agniveer General Duty (GD) | Class 10th/Matric with 45% aggregate and 33% in each subject. |
| Agniveer Technical | 10+2 (Intermediate) in Science (PCM & English) with 50% marks. |
| Agniveer Office Assistant / SKT | 10+2 in any stream with 60% aggregate and 50% in English & Maths. |
| Agniveer Tradesman (10th Pass) | Class 10th simple pass with 33% in each subject. |
| Agniveer Tradesman (8th Pass) | Class 8th simple pass with 33% in each subject. |
| Nursing Assistant / Sepoy Pharma | 10+2 with PCB or D.Pharma/B.Pharma (Age: up to 25 yrs). |
4. Physical Fitness Standards (PFT)
Success in the Indian Army requires meeting rigorous physical benchmarks.
| Test Item | Requirement (Group I) | Marks |
| 1.6 KM Run | Within 5 Minutes 30 Seconds | 60 |
| Pull Ups (Beams) | 10 Successful Reps | 40 |
| 9 Feet Ditch | Jump Across | Qualifying |
| Zig-Zag Balance | Walk Across | Qualifying |
Note: Standards for female candidates (Women Military Police) include a 1.6 KM run in 7 min 30 sec, a 10-foot long jump, and a 3-foot high jump.
5. Selection Methodology
The Indian Army has standardized a two-phase selection process:
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Phase I: Online Common Entrance Exam (Computer-Based Test).
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Phase II: Recruitment Rally (Physical Fitness Test, Physical Measurement, and Medical Examination)
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Final Merit: Based on combined performance and document verification.
6. Application Fee & Procedure
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Examination Fee: ₹250/- for all categories.
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Payment Mode: Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, UPI, or Net Banking).
How to Apply via Gohiza.in:
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Go to the official site joinindianarmy.nic.in.
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Complete the “Agniveer” registration by entering your Aadhaar or Matriculation details.
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Fill in the application form and select your preferred trade.
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Upload a high-quality passport-sized photo (with a white background).
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Pay the fee and print the final confirmation page for your rally admit card.
Disclaimer
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