Indian Army
Indian Army Agniveer CCE 2026: 25,000+ Vacancies (GD, Technical
Quick Information
| Post Name | Agniveer — General Duty, Technical, Clerk/SKT, Tradesman |
| Total Vacancies | 25,000 |
| Salary | Year 1: ₹30,000/month (₹21,000 in-hand + ₹9,000 to Seva Nidhi). Year 2: ₹33,000. Year 3: ₹36,500. Year 4: ₹40,000. Seva Nidhi package of ₹10.04 lakh (tax-free) at end of 4 years. Life insurance ₹48 lakh. Death grant ₹44 lakh. |
| Organization | Indian Army |
Application Fee
| Application Fee | ₹250 |
| SC / ST | ₹250 |
Important Dates
| Start Date | 13 February 2026 |
| Last Date | 1 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | June 1–15, 2026 (Common Entrance Exam — CBT) |
Eligibility
| Age Limit | 17½ to 24 years as on the date of enrolment. Candidates must be Indian citizens. |
Selection Process
- 1**Stage 1 — Common Entrance Exam (CBT)** Objective (multiple choice) exam held online at designated exam centres from June 1–15
- 22026. Topics: General Knowledge
- 3General Science
- 4Maths
- 5Reasoning — as per category. **Stage 2 — Physical Fitness Test (PFT)** 1.6 km run in under 5 minutes 30 seconds (Group I) or 5 minutes 31 seconds to 5 minutes 45 seconds (Group II). Pull-ups
- 6balance beam
- 79-foot ditch. Qualifying in nature — must pass to proceed. **Stage 3 — Medical Examination** Comprehensive medical at ARO (Army Recruiting Office). Vision
- 8hearing
- 9physical fitness
- 10no disqualifying medical conditions. **Stage 4 — Document Verification** Original certificates
- 11mark sheets
- 12category documents
- 13domicile proof verified at ARO.
How to Apply
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Indian Army Agniveer 2026 — Complete Guide
If joining the Indian Army has been your dream, Agniveer CCE 2026 is your direct path. The Army has released 25,000+ vacancies across five categories under the Agnipath Scheme. The Common Entrance Exam (CBT) is scheduled from June 1–15, 2026, and applications closed on April 1, 2026.
What Is the Agnipath Scheme?
Agnipath is the Indian government's short-service military recruitment model. Under this scheme, you serve in the Indian Army for 4 years as an Agniveer. After 4 years:
- 25% of Agniveers are permanently retained in the Army as regular soldiers
- The remaining 75% are released with a Seva Nidhi package of ₹10.04 lakh (completely tax-free)
- All released Agniveers get a skill certificate, priority in central government jobs, and various state government benefits
This is not a permanent job — but it is real, uniformed Army service with full military training, salary, and benefits.
Vacancies and Categories
| Category | Minimum Qualification | Key Subjects |
|---|---|---|
| Agniveer General Duty (GD) | 10th pass | 45% aggregate, 33% in each subject |
| Agniveer Technical | 10+2 Science | Physics, Chemistry, Maths & English — 50% aggregate |
| Agniveer Clerk / SKT | 10+2 any stream | 60% aggregate, 50% in English (compulsory) |
| Agniveer Tradesman (10th) | 10th pass | 33% marks |
| Agniveer Tradesman (8th) | 8th pass | Cook, Washer Man, Safai Karamchari |
Total vacancies: 25,000+ across all categories for the 2026 batch.
Age Limit
17½ to 24 years as on the date of enrolment.
Candidates must be Indian citizens. There is no relaxation in the upper age limit for any category.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Notification Released | February 12, 2026 |
| Application Opens | February 13, 2026 |
| Application Closes | April 1, 2026 |
| Admit Card Released | May 15, 2026 |
| CBT Exam | June 1–15, 2026 |
| PFT / Medical | After CBT results |
| Enrolment (Tentative) | December 2026 |
Application Fee
₹250 for all candidates. Paid online at joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Exam Pattern (CBT)
The Common Entrance Exam is a computer-based objective test. The syllabus varies slightly by category:
GD Paper (100 marks)
- General Knowledge: 30 marks
- General Science: 30 marks
- Maths: 20 marks
- Logical Reasoning: 20 marks
Technical Paper (100 marks)
- General Knowledge: 10 marks
- General Science: 40 marks
- Maths: 30 marks
- Physics: 20 marks
Clerk/SKT Paper (100 marks)
- General Knowledge: 20 marks
- General Science: 20 marks
- Maths: 30 marks
- Computer Science: 20 marks
- English: 10 marks
Duration: 60 minutes. Negative marking: ¼ mark per wrong answer.
Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
| Test | Group I (Full marks) | Group II (Reduced marks) |
|---|---|---|
| 1.6 km Run | Under 5 min 30 sec | 5:31 to 5:45 |
| Pull-ups | 10+ | 6–9 |
| Balance Beam | Pass | Pass |
| 9-Foot Ditch | Pass | Pass |
Candidates who fail PFT are disqualified. No second attempt.
Salary and Benefits
| Year | Monthly Package | In-Hand | Seva Nidhi Contribution |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹9,000 |
| Year 2 | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 | ₹9,900 |
| Year 3 | ₹36,500 | ₹25,550 | ₹10,950 |
| Year 4 | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹12,000 |
Seva Nidhi at exit: ₹10.04 lakh (your contributions + equal matching by govt + interest, fully tax-free).
Additional benefits:
- Life insurance: ₹48 lakh cover during service
- Death grant: ₹44 lakh to family (non-battle casualty), higher for battle casualty
- Medical care during service
- Free ration, clothing, accommodation during training
- Risk and hardship allowances in field postings
After 4 Years — What Happens?
- 25% retained permanently — selected by the Army based on performance, discipline, and merit during the 4-year service
- 75% released with Seva Nidhi (₹10.04 lakh), a skill certificate, and a Class XII equivalent education certificate
- Released Agniveers get priority in CAPFs (CRPF, BSF, CISF, ITBP, SSB) and many state police recruitments
- Many state governments offer reservation and marks weightage for Agniveer alumni
Official Links
- Apply: joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Eligibility PDF: joinindianarmy.nic.in → Eligibility Criteria