The Indian Army has officially released the recruitment notification for Agniveer Bharti 2026 under the Agnipath Scheme. This is a life-changing opportunity for young, motivated citizens to serve the nation for a period of 4 years. With the transition to an “Online-First” selection process, candidates must first clear the Common Entrance Examination (CEE) before heading to the physical rallies.
Indian Army Agniveer 2026: Recruitment Overview
| Particulars | Details |
| Recruiting Body | Indian Army |
| Scheme Name | Agnipath Scheme (Agniveer 2026 Intake) |
| Total Vacancies | 25,000+ (Expected) |
| Post Names | GD, Technical, Clerk/Office Assistant, Tradesman (10th/8th) |
| Selection Process | Phase I: Online CEE |
| Service Period | 4 Years |
| Official Website | [suspicious link removed] |
Important Dates (2026 Schedule)
| Event | Date |
| Online Registration Starts | February 13, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply Online | April 1, 2026 |
| Online Common Entrance Exam (CEE) | June 1 – June 16, 2026 |
| Recruitment Rally Schedule | July 2026 onwards (Zone-wise) |
Eligibility Criteria: Age & Education
For the 2026 intake, the Indian Army has strictly defined the age bracket. Candidates must have been born between July 01, 2005, and July 01, 2009 (both days inclusive).
| Post Category | Educational Qualification | Age Limit |
| Agniveer GD | 10th Pass with 45% aggregate & 33% in each subject. | 17.5 – 21 Years |
| Agniveer Technical | 12th Pass (PCM) with 50% aggregate OR 10th + 2-year ITI. | 17.5 – 21 Years |
| Agniveer Clerk / SKT | 12th Pass (Any Stream) with 60% aggregate & 50% in each subject. | 17.5 – 21 Years |
| Agniveer Tradesman | 10th Pass or 8th Pass (Simple pass with 33% in each subject). | 17.5 – 21 Years |
Phase I: Online CEE Exam Pattern
The Online CEE is a computer-based test consisting of 50 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) to be solved in 60 minutes.
- Agniveer GD/Tradesman: General Knowledge (15 Qs), General Science (15 Qs), Maths (15 Qs), Logical Reasoning (5 Qs).
- Agniveer Technical: GK & Reasoning (10 Qs), Maths (15 Qs), Physics (15 Qs), Chemistry (10 Qs).
- Agniveer Clerk/SKT: GK (5 Qs), GS (5 Qs), Maths (10 Qs), Computer Science (5 Qs), General English (25 Qs).
- Marking: +2 for correct, -0.5 for wrong (GD/Tradesman); +4 for correct, -1.0 for wrong (Tech/Clerk).
Phase II: Physical Fitness Test (PFT) at Rally
| Test | Group I (60 Marks) | Group II (48 Marks) |
| 1.6 Km Run | Within 5 Mins 30 Secs | 5 Mins 31 Secs to 5 Mins 45 Secs |
| Pull Ups (Beam) | 10 Pull Ups (40 Marks) | 6 to 9 Pull Ups (16-33 Marks) |
| 9 Feet Ditch | Need to Qualify | Need to Qualify |
| Zig-Zag Balance | Need to Qualify | Need to Qualify |
Mandatory Document Checklist for Rally
Candidates must bring originals and two sets of photocopies:
- Admit Card: Color print on good quality paper.
- Photos: 20 recent passport-size photos (white background, no cap/glasses).
- Certificates: Education mark sheets, Domicile, Caste, and Religion certificates.
- Character Certificate: Issued by School and Sarpanch (within 6 months).
- Unmarried Certificate: For candidates below 21 years.
- Bonus Certificates: NCC A/B/C, Sports, or ITI certificates for extra marks.
- Affidavit: Duly signed on ₹10/- Non-Judicial Stamp Paper.
How to Apply Online
- Visit [suspicious link removed].
- Click on the “Agnipath” user registration link.
- Enter Aadhaar/Matriculation details to create a profile.
- Check eligibility and select the desired post.
- Upload Photo (10-20 KB) and Signature (5-10 KB).
- Pay the fee of ₹250 plus bank charges.
- Submit and print the application form for future reference.