The Indian Army has announced the Agniveer Recruitment Rally (Army Bharti) 2026-27, inviting online applications from eligible unmarried men for various positions, including Agniveer GD, Agniveer Technical, Agniveer Clerk/Store Keeper Technical, and Agniveer Tradesmen.
Recruitment is open through the Common Entrance Exam (CCE) 2026 across all AROs, ROs, and HQs. Candidates meeting the eligibility criteria can apply online via the official portal, joinindianarmy. nic.in, starting 13th February 2026. The registration window closes on 1st April 2026. This rally offers young citizens the opportunity to serve in multiple Army trades, gain valuable skills, and build a rewarding career in the Indian Army while contributing to national defense.
Important Dates – Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment Rally 2026
- Application Start Date: 13 February 2026
- Application End Date: 1 April 2026
- Tentative Online Exam Dates (CCE 2026): 1–15 June 2026
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Application Fee – Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026
- Examination Fee: ₹250
- Payment Methods: Online via Credit Card, Debit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI
Age Limit – Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026
- Minimum Age: 17½ years
- Maximum Age: 22 years
- Eligible Birth Dates: 1 July 2005 to 1 July 2009 (inclusive)
Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 – Trade-Wise Eligibility
- Agniveer (General Duty – GD): Class 10th/Matric pass with 45% aggregate and 33% in each subject. For grading boards, a minimum ‘D’ grade (33–40%) in each subject with an overall ‘C2’ grade (≈45%). Preference given to candidates with a valid Light Motor Vehicle (LMV) driving license for driver roles.
- Agniveer (Technical): 10+2 in Science (Physics, Chemistry, Maths, English) with 50% aggregate and 40% in each subject. Alternatively, 10+2 with ITI (1 year, NSQF level 4+) or 10th pass with 50% aggregate plus 2-year ITI/2–3-year diploma in notified streams.
- Agniveer (Clerk/Store Keeper Technical): 10+2 pass in any stream with 60% aggregate and minimum 50% in each subject. 50% in English and Maths/Accounts/Bookkeeping is mandatory in Class XII.
Agniveer Tradesmen:
- 10th pass: Simple pass with 33% in each subject
- 8th pass: Simple pass with 33% in each subject
Army Bharti Minimum Physical Standards 2026
| Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Rajasthan, and Western UP (Meerut & Agra Division) | States | Height (Cms) | Chest | ||
| GD & Tradesmen | Technical | Clerk / SKT | (Cms) | ||
| Western Himalayan Region | Jammu & Kashmir, HP, Punjab Hills, Garhwal and Kumaon (Uttarakhand) | 163 | 163 | 162 | 77 (+5 Cm expansion) |
| Eastern Himalayan Region | Sikkim, Nagaland, Arunachal Pradesh, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Meghalaya, Assam and Hill Region of West Bengal (Gangtok, Darjeeling & Kalimpong Districts) | 160 | 157 | 160 | |
| Western Plains Region | Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Delhi, Rajasthan and Western UP (Meerut & Agra Division) | 170 | 170 | 162 | |
| Eastern Plains Region | Eastern UP, Bihar, West Bengal, Jharkhand & Orissa | 169 | 169 | 162 | |
| Central Region | MP, CG, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Dadar, Nagar Haveli, Daman & Diu | 168 | 167 | 162 | |
| Southern Region | AP, Karnataka, TN, Kerala, Goa & Puducherry | 166 | 165 | 162 | |
* Dispensation in chest measurement of 01 cm has been granted for Agniveer Technical category in the Central Region.
Indian Army Bharti Physical Fitness Test 2026
| 9 Feet Ditch:- Need to QualifyZig-Zag Balance:- Need to QualifyNote: Candidates appearing for Agniveer Tech and Agniveer Office Asst/ SKT only need to qualify in all tests. | Beam (Pull ups) | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group | Marks | Pull Up | Marks | ||||||||
| Group I – Upto 5 Min 30 Sec | 60 | 10 | 40 | ||||||||
| Group II – 5 Min 31 Sec to 5 Min 45 Sec | 48 | 9 | 33 | ||||||||
| Group III – 5 Min 46 Sec to 6 Min | 36 | 8 | 27 | ||||||||
| Group IV – 6 Min 01 Sec to 6 Min 15 Sec | 24 | 7 | 21 | ||||||||
| 6 | 16 | ||||||||||
| 9 Feet Ditch:- Need to QualifyZig-Zag Balance:- Need to QualifyNote : Candidates appearing for Agniveer Tech and Agniveer Office Asst/ SKT only need to qualify in all tests. | |||||||||||
Army Agniveer Recruitment 2026 Apply Online Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the last date to apply for Agniveer Army Bharti 2026?
Applications can be submitted online via the official portal until 1 April 2026.
What is the age eligibility for Agniveer recruitment?
Candidates must be 17½ to 22 years old, born between 1 July 2005 and 1 July 2009.
What are the application fees?
The examination fee is ₹250, payable online via Credit/Debit Card, Internet Banking, or UPI.
Which trades are available in Agniveer Recruitment 2026?
Trades include GD, Technical, Clerk/Store Keeper Technical, and Tradesmen (10th & 8th pass).
What is the educational qualification required?
Qualifications range from 8th pass for Tradesmen to 10+2 in Science/ITI/Diploma for Technical posts.
When will the online Common Entrance Exam (CCE) be conducted?
The tentative CCE dates are 1–15 June 2026.
Where can I apply for the recruitment?
Apply online at the official portal: joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Conclusion
The Indian Army Agniveer Recruitment Rally 2026-27 offers a golden opportunity for young, eligible candidates to serve the nation across multiple trades. Interested applicants should apply online at joinindianarmy.nic.in before 1 April 2026 and prepare for the Common Entrance Exam (CCE) scheduled tentatively from 1–15 June 2026.