Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026: Notification Released, Age Limit Relaxed, Applications Open

The long-awaited Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 is finally here. The Indian Army has released the notification for recruitment across various posts including Agniveer General Duty (GD), Technical, Clerk, Storekeeper Technical, Tradesman, Soldier Pharma, and JCO Religious Teacher. Applications are now open on the official website joinindianarmy.nic.in.

A key update for this year is the relaxation in the age limit. Candidates previously concerned about age restrictions can now apply. While the government has not extended the age by two years as requested, applicants up to 22 years old are eligible for Agniveer posts.

Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026: Key Details

| Category | Details |
| – | — |
| Recruiting Authority | Indian Army |
| Posts | Agniveer GD, Technical, Assistant, Tradesman, Soldier, Soldier Pharma, JCO Religious Teacher |
| Application Start Date | 13 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 1 April 2026 |
| Last Date for Fee Payment | 1 April 2026 |
| Agniveer Exam Dates | 1–15 June 2026 |
| Selection Process | Online Common Entrance Exam (CEE), Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), Medical Examination, Final Merit List |
| Height Requirement | GD, Technical, Tradesman: 170 cm; Clerk/Storekeeper Technical: 162 cm; Chest 77 cm (expansion 5 cm) |
| Application Fee | General/OBC/EWS: ₹250; SC/ST: ₹250 |
| Official Notification | Agniveer Recruitment 2026 Notification |
| Apply Online | Apply Here |

Educational Qualifications Required

• Agniveer GD: 10th pass with minimum 45% marks; at least 33% in each subject. Age 17.5–22 years.
• Agniveer Technical: 10+2 (Physics, Math, English) with at least 50%. Age 17.5–22 years.
• Agniveer Clerk/Storekeeper/Technical: 10+2 (Arts/Commerce/Science) with 60% overall, 50% in English and Maths/Accounts/Bookkeeping. Age 17.5–22 years.
• Agniveer Tradesman: 8th/10th pass with 33% in all basic subjects. Age 17.5–22 years.
• Agniveer GD Women (Military Police): 10th pass with 45% marks; 33% per subject.
• Soldier Technical Nursing Assistant: 12th Science with 50% in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and English; 40% per subject.
• Soldier Pharma: 10+2 pass with D Pharma (55% marks) or B Pharma (50% marks) and registration with State Pharmacy Council.
• JCO Religious Teacher: Varies by religion; e.g., Shastri/Acharya diploma for Hindu candidates, Bachelor’s degree for RT Buddhist, RT Maulvi, RT Pandit, etc.

Age Limit Details

• Agniveer GD/Technical/Assistant/Tradesman: 17.5–22 years (born 1 July 2005 – 1 July 2009)
• Soldier Technical: 17.5–23 years (born 1 July 2004 – 1 July 2009)
• Soldier Pharma: 19–25 years
• JCO Religious Teacher: 25–24 years (calculated as of 1 Jan 2027)

Candidates interested in Agniveer recruitment are advised to visit the official website joinindianarmy.nic.in for detailed eligibility criteria, application procedures, and official notifications.