Notification Highlights
Important Examination & Application Dates
| Recruitment Event / Milestone | Official Date / Schedule |
|---|---|
| Online Registration Opens | 01 September 2026 |
| Closing Date of Online Registration | 15 October 2026 |
| Online Common Entrance Exam (CEE) | November 2026 |
| Physical Fitness Test (PFT) Rallies | December 2026 to February 2027 |
Application Fee by Reservation Category
| Candidate Category | Prescribed Fee |
|---|---|
| All Candidates Appearing for Online CEE | ₹250 (plus banking charges) |
| Payment Methods | Credit/Debit Card, Net Banking, UPI |
Post-Wise Vacancy & Pay Scale Breakdown
| Post Name | Department | Pay Scale | Vacancies |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agniveer General Duty (All Arms) | Infantry, Artillery, Armoured Corps | 1st Year ₹30,000 -> 4th Year ₹40,000 + Seva Nidhi Package (₹11.71 Lakhs) | 22,000+ |
| Agniveer Technical (All Arms) | Corps of Electronics & Mechanical Engineers, Signals | 1st Year ₹30,000 -> 4th Year ₹40,000 + Seva Nidhi | 4,500 |
| Agniveer Office Assistant / Store Keeper Technical | Army Service Corps, Ordnance | 1st Year ₹30,000 -> 4th Year ₹40,000 + Seva Nidhi | 3,500 |
Selection Process & Stages
Objective test conducted across 176 test cities nationwide.
1.6 Km Run: Group I (under 5 min 30 sec, 60 marks), Group II (5 min 31 sec to 5 min 45 sec, 48 marks). Beam Pull-ups: 10 pull-ups (40 marks). 9 Feet Ditch Jump & Zig-Zag Balance.
Height and chest measurement as per regional criteria followed by Adaptability Test for military life.
Conducted by Army Medical Corps at designated military base hospitals.
Examination Pattern, Subjects & Negative Marking
Detailed section-wise question distribution, marks allocation, and penalty rules:
| Subject / Test Module | Questions | Max Marks | Duration | Negative Marking Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Knowledge (सामान्य ज्ञान) | 15 | 30 | Combined 60 Minutes | 0.50 Negative Deduction |
| General Science (सामान्य विज्ञान) | 15 | 30 | Combined 60 Minutes | 0.50 Negative Deduction |
| Mathematics (गणित) | 15 | 30 | Combined 60 Minutes | 0.50 Negative Deduction |
| Logical Reasoning (तार्किक क्षमता) | 5 | 10 | Combined 60 Minutes | 0.50 Negative Deduction |
Official Examination Syllabus & Section-Wise Topics
Curated subject topics based on official recruitment notifications and past pattern distribution:
- Indian Armed Forces: Commands, Ranks, Regimental centers, Gallantry awards (Param Vir Chakra, Mahavir Chakra)
- Indian History, Landmarks, Major Battles, Freedom Struggle, and National Heroes
- Geography of India and World: Major Rivers, Peaks, Borders, neighboring countries (LOC, LAC), and Capitals
- Constitution of India, National Symbols, International Organizations (UN, SAARC, G20), and Current Sports
- Physics: Motion, Force, Gravity, Work & Energy, Heat & Temperature, Light (Reflection/Refraction), Electricity
- Chemistry: Elements, Compounds & Mixtures, Acids, Bases & Salts, Metals & Non-metals, Chemical reactions
- Biology: Human Anatomy, Digestive/Respiratory systems, Diseases & Prevention, Vitamins & Balanced Diet
- Arithmetic: Number systems, HCF & LCM, Decimal fractions, Square roots, Percentage, Average, Ratio & Proportion
- Commercial Math: Profit & Loss, Simple Interest, Time & Work, Time & Distance
- Algebra & Geometry: Basic algebraic identities, Lines, Angles, Triangles, Circles, Perimeter and Area of 2D shapes
- Logical Reasoning: Number patterns, Alphabet series, Coding-Decoding, Blood relations, and Direction sense
Previous Cycle Qualifying Cut-Off Benchmarks
Historical normalized qualifying marks across reservation categories to gauge target scores and safe attempt targets:
| Cycle / Exam Stage | General (UR) | OBC-NCL | EWS | SC | ST | Total Marks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 CEE Online Written Benchmark | 135.00 | 132.50 | 130.00 | 122.50 | 118.00 | 200 |
| 2023 CEE Online Written Test | 130.00 | 128.00 | 125.50 | 118.00 | 114.50 | 200 |
| 2022 Rally Combined Merit Benchmark | 125.00 | 122.50 | 120.00 | 112.50 | 108.00 | 200 |
Profile Match & Application Advisory
- Unmarried male candidates aged 17.5 to 21 years with 10th Matriculation (min 45% aggregate and 33% in each subject) seeking Agniveer General Duty / Tradesman entry.
- 12th pass aspirants with Physics, Chemistry, Math, and English (50% aggregate) seeking Agniveer Technical entry.
- Candidates exceeding 21 years of age on rally date (no age relaxation applicable for Agniveer scheme).
- Candidates with permanent body tattoos (except inner face of forearms or tribal communities).
Common Application Mistakes & Scrutiny Pitfalls
- Name discrepancies between Aadhaar Card and 10th marksheet leading to biometric mismatch.
- Failing to bring original Sarpanch/Municipal Character Certificate and Unmarried Certificate to the rally site.
- Attempting rally attendance with duplicate or laminated academic certificates.
Documents to Keep Ready Before Applying
- Original 10th and 12th Marksheets and Board Certificates
- Aadhaar Card linked with active mobile number for biometric authentication
- Character Certificate with photograph issued by Village Sarpanch / Ward Member within 6 months
- Unmarried Certificate with photograph issued by Village Sarpanch within 6 months
- 20 copies of recent passport-size photographs (white background, clean shaven)
Strategic Examination Preparation Blueprint
Actionable study guidelines, speed drills, and score defense tactics curated by GovIndiaNews editorial board:
Combine academic preparation with daily physical conditioning (1600m running, push-ups, chin-ups) to maintain high PFT readiness.
Develop strong English language command and current affairs articulation for the 5-day Services Selection Board (SSB) interview.
Practice speed mathematics formulas for NDA/CDS: focus on trigonometry, matrices, coordinate geometry, and calculus shortcuts.
Review military organization hierarchy, gallantry decorations, and current geopolitical developments for the General Knowledge paper.
Maintain consistent sleep and hydration habits to ensure peak mental clarity during prolonged written examination sessions.
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Frequently Asked Questions (Indian Army (Ministry of Defence))
What is the upper age limit for Indian Army Agniveer 2026?
The age bracket is strictly 17½ to 21 years. Candidates must have been born between 01 October 2005 and 01 April 2009 (both days inclusive). There is no age relaxation for reserved categories in military combat soldier enrolment.
What is the running standard for Group 1 in the Army Rally?
Candidates completing the 1.6-kilometer (1600m) run in 5 minutes 30 seconds or less are classified into Group I and awarded the maximum 60 physical marks.
What is the Seva Nidhi financial package received after 4 years of Agniveer service?
Upon completion of the 4-year tenure, Agniveers receive an exempt lump-sum Seva Nidhi package of approximately ₹11.71 Lakh (comprising candidate monthly contribution of 30% matched equally by Central Government plus accrued interest), which is completely income-tax exempt.
What percentage of Agniveers are absorbed into the regular permanent cadre?
Up to 25% of each enrolled Agniveer batch are selected for retention in the regular cadre of the Indian Armed Forces based on objective centralized evaluation, physical fitness assessments, and organizational requirements.
What are the two phases of Indian Army Agniveer selection?
The selection comprises: Phase 1: Online Computer Based Common Entrance Examination (CEE) conducted across designated testing centers nationwide. Phase 2: Recruitment Rally covering Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Adaptability Test, and Medical Examination for CEE-shortlisted candidates.
What age eligibility applies for Agniveer General Duty (GD) rally?
Candidates must be between 17.5 to 21 years of age as on the crucial notification date (born between 01 October 2005 and 01 April 2009 for the 2026 intake cycle).
Primary Gazette Source Notice
Notice Title: Join Indian Army Official Recruitment Portal
Verified on: 02 Oct 2026
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