Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026: notification released by ARO Ambala. Apply online from 13 February 2026 to 01 April 2026. Check eligibility, age limit, salary, selection process, exam date and full details.
The Indian Army has released the official notification for Agniveer Intake 2027 under Agnipath Scheme through Army Recruiting Office (Headquarters) Ambala. Online applications are invited from unmarried male candidates of specified districts of Haryana and UT Chandigarh.
Eligible candidates can apply online from 13 February 2026 to 01 April 2026 at the official website Join Indian Army.
Interested candidates are advised to check complete eligibility criteria, age limit, salary, physical standards, and selection process before applying.
Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026
Job Overview
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Organization | Indian Army |
| Scheme | Agnipath Scheme |
| Post Name | Agniveer (Various Categories) |
| Recruiting Office | ARO HQ Ambala |
| Recruiting Year | 2026 |
| Apply Start Date | 13 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 April 2026 |
| Online Exam Date | 01 June to 15 June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Application Mode | Online |
| Official Website | www.joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Post Details
1️⃣ Agniveer (General Duty)
- Qualification: 10th Pass with 45% aggregate & 33% in each subject
- Age: 17½ to 22 Years
2️⃣ Agniveer (Technical)
- 10+2 with Physics, Maths & English (50% aggregate)
OR - 10th + ITI / Diploma in specified technical trades
- Age: 17½ to 22 Years
3️⃣ Agniveer (Clerk / Store Keeper Technical)
- 10+2 in any stream with 60% aggregate
- 50% in each subject & 50% in English and Maths/Accounts
- Age: 17½ to 22 Years
4️⃣ Agniveer Tradesmen (All Arms)
- 10th Pass OR 8th Pass (as per category)
- Age: 17½ to 22 Years
Eligibility Criteria
- Only Unmarried Male Candidates eligible
- Date of Birth between 01 July 2005 to 01 July 2009
- Candidates must be domicile of:
- Ambala
- Kaithal
- Karnal
- Kurukshetra
- Yamunanagar
- Panchkula (Haryana)
- UT Chandigarh
Physical Standards
Height Requirement:
- GD/Technical/Tradesmen: 170 cm
- Clerk/SKT: 162 cm
Chest:
- 77 cm + 5 cm expansion
Physical Fitness Test
| Event | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 1.6 Km Run | 5:30 to 6:15 minutes (Marks based) |
| Pull Ups | Minimum 6 |
| 9 Feet Ditch | Qualify |
| Zig-Zag Balance | Qualify |
Age Limit
- Minimum Age: 17½ Years
- Maximum Age: 22 Years
- Age Calculation as per Recruiting Year 2027
Salary (Pay Scale)
Agniveer Package (Approx Monthly)
| Year | Package | In Hand |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Year | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 2nd Year | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 |
| 3rd Year | ₹36,500 | ₹25,550 |
| 4th Year | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 |
Seva Nidhi Package After 4 Years:
- Approx ₹10.04 Lakhs (excluding interest)
- ₹48 Lakhs Life Insurance Cover
- 30 Days Annual Leave
- Medical & CSD Facilities
Application Fees
- ₹250 per category
- Payment Mode:
- Debit/Credit Card
- Net Banking
- UPI
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Start | 13 February 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | 01 April 2026 |
| Online CEE Exam | 01 June – 15 June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Phase-II Rally | As per schedule |
Selection Process
The selection process consists of:
Phase-I
- Online Common Entrance Exam (MCQ Based)
- Typing Test (For Clerk/SKT)
Phase-II
- Physical Fitness Test
- Physical Measurement Test
- Medical Examination
- Document Verification
- Final Merit List
How to Apply
- Visit official website www.joinindianarmy.nic.in
- Register and create profile
- Fill educational & personal details
- Upload required documents & photograph
- Pay ₹250 examination fee
- Submit application form
- Download and print Admit Card
Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply Online | https://joinindianarmy.nic.in |
| Official Notification | Click Here |
| Official Website | https://joinindianarmy.nic.in |
Terms & Conditions Highlights
- Service period: 4 Years
- Maximum 25% may be enrolled into regular cadre
- No pension benefits
- No Ex-Servicemen status
- Must remain unmarried during service period
This is a golden opportunity for youth who want to serve the nation through the Indian Army under the Agnipath Scheme. Candidates are advised to apply before the last date and prepare well for the online exam and physical test.
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