The Indian Army Agniveer CEE Recruitment 2026 is now open for applications under the Agnipath Scheme. The Indian Army has released the official notification for recruiting over 25,000 Agniveers in various categories. This is a golden opportunity for young, motivated individuals from across India, including Uttar Pradesh, to serve the nation in the Indian Army for a 4-year term.
The recruitment includes the Common Entrance Exam (CEE) as the first phase, followed by physical rallies and document verification. Thousands of aspirants, especially from regions like Varanasi and other parts of UP, prepare rigorously for this prestigious entry into the armed forces.
Key Highlights
- Notification Release: February 12, 2026
- Apply Online Start Date: February 13, 2026
- Last Date to Apply: April 1, 2026
- CEE (Common Entrance Exam) Date: Tentatively June 1 to June 15/16, 2026 (exact dates to be confirmed on the website)
- Total Vacancies: 25,000+ (across categories)
- Posts/Categories:
- Agniveer General Duty (GD)
- Agniveer Technical
- Clerk/Store Keeper Technical
- Tradesman
- Soldier Pharma
- Soldier Technical Nursing Assistant
- Women Military Police (where applicable)
- Scheme: Agnipath (4 years service, with exit/retention options)
- Official Website: joinindianarmy.nic.in
This is a national-level recruitment, and selected Agniveers receive a starting monthly package of around ₹30,000 (increasing yearly) plus other benefits.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nationality: Indian citizens (unmarried male and female candidates).
- Age Limit (as on relevant cutoff): 17.5 to 21 years (born between specific dates mentioned in notification; relaxations may apply for certain categories).
- Educational Qualification (varies by post):
- Agniveer GD: Class 10th with 45% aggregate and minimum 33% in each subject.
- Technical/Clerk/Other: Class 12th (Science/Commerce/Arts) with specific subjects and marks.
- Tradesman: Class 8th/10th pass (depending on sub-category).
- Pharma/Nursing Assistant: Relevant qualifications (12th with PCB, etc.).
- Physical Standards (approximate; check notification for exact):
- Height: Minimum 170 cm (relaxations for certain regions/categories).
- Chest: 77 cm (unexpanded) + 5 cm expansion.
- Weight and other fitness as per standards.
- Marital Status: Unmarried.
Candidates must be medically fit and meet all criteria detailed in the official notification.
How to Apply Online for Agniveer CEE 2026
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Selection Process
The process includes multiple phases:
- Phase 1: Computer-Based Test (CEE/Common Entrance Exam) – Objective questions on General Knowledge, General Science, Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, Physics, Chemistry, English, etc. (marks and subjects vary by post; e.g., GD: 100 marks, Technical: 200 marks). Negative marking may apply.
- Phase 2: Recruitment Rally – Physical Fitness Test (running, pull-ups, etc.), Physical Measurement, Medical Examination.
- Phase 3: Document Verification & Final Merit.
Admit cards for CEE will be available on the website before the exam.
Salary and Benefits
- Year 1: ₹30,000/month (approx. in-hand).
- Year 2: ₹33,000/month.
- Year 3: ₹36,500/month.
- Year 4: ₹40,000/month.
- Additional allowances, Seva Nidhi package (upon exit), insurance, skill certification, and priority in future jobs (government/private).
After 4 years, 25% may be retained for regular service based on performance.
