Indian Army Vacancy 2026 – Agniveer Soldier NDA CDS Bharti

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About Indian Army Recruitment 2026 – Agniveer, NDA, CDS, Technical

Indian Army Vacancy 2026 — Indian Army is one of the largest employers in India. Major Army recruitment in 2026 includes: Agniveer (Short Service — 4 years term): GD (General Duty), Clerk/SKT, Technical, Tradesman, NA (Nursing Assistant). For officer-level: NDA (National Defence Academy) for 12th pass, CDS (Combined Defence Services) for graduates, TGC (Technical Graduate Course) for engineering graduates, and JAG (Judge Advocate General) for law graduates.

The Agnipath Scheme introduced in 2022 recruits Agniveers for a 4-year term. After 4 years, 25% are retained as permanent soldiers (Junior Commissioned Officers/Non-Commissioned Officers). The remaining 75% receive Seva Nidhi (lump sum payout of ₹11.71 lakh tax-free) and skill certificates. Agniveer salary increases year by year: Year 1: ₹30,000/month, Year 4: ₹40,000/month. Army also provides free accommodation, medical, and other benefits.

Key Job Details

Agniveer Categories	GD, Clerk/SKT, Technical, Tradesman, NA
Agniveer Eligibility (GD)	10th Pass with 45%+, Age 17.5-23 years, Height 170cm, Chest 77/82cm
Agniveer Eligibility (Clerk)	12th Pass with 60%+, English & Maths in 12th
Officer Eligibility (NDA)	12th PCM (Air Force/Navy), Age 16.5-19.5 years
Officer Eligibility (CDS)	Graduation in relevant stream, Age 19-24 years

Important Recruitment Dates

Event	Date / Status
Agniveer GD Bharti 2026 (Zone-wise)	Check joinindianarmy.nic.in
Agniveer Technical 2026	Check joinindianarmy.nic.in
NDA I 2026 (UPSC)	April 13, 2026
NDA II 2026 (UPSC)	September 7, 2026
TGC 139th Course 2026	Check joinindianarmy.nic.in

How to Apply for Sarkari Naukri – Step by Step

Visit joinindianarmy.nic.in for the latest Army Rally Bharti schedule
Register online with mobile/email on the official Army portal
Select Agniveer category or officer entry scheme based on your qualification
Check the rally location nearest to your home district
Undergo Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), and Medical Exam at rally
Qualify Written Common Entrance Exam (CEE) if shortlisted after medical

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What to Do Next – After Applying

Army recruitment follows a strict zone-wise rally schedule. Stay updated on Army Rally dates for your district on joinindianarmy.nic.in. For physical preparation: run 1.6 km within 5:30 (GD standard), practice pull-ups (target 10+), and balance beam. For CEE written exam: revise 10th Math, Reasoning, GK, Science, and English.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the Agnipath Scheme and Agniveer salary in 2026?

Agnipath Scheme recruits Agniveers for a 4-year short service term. Salary: Year 1 ₹30,000/month (₹21,000 in-hand, ₹9,000 corpus fund); Year 2 ₹33,000/month; Year 3 ₹36,500/month; Year 4 ₹40,000/month. Corpus: Both government and Agniveer contribute 30% each monthly. After 4 years: 75% receive ₹11.71 lakh tax-free Seva Nidhi, 25% are absorbed as permanent soldiers.

2. Is Agniveer selection permanent in Indian Army?

No, Agniveer is a 4-year short service commitment. After 4 years, 25% are selected for permanent enrollment in the Indian Army as Jawans (regular soldiers). The criteria for permanent retention include performance, medical fitness, and vacancies. The remaining 75% are released with Seva Nidhi and skill certificates.

3. What is the height required for Indian Army Agniveer GD?

Minimum height for Agniveer GD: General/OBC: 170 cm; SC/ST (Garhwal, Kumaon, Himachal, Uttarakhand, J&K, NE States, Sikkim): 165 cm; Scheduled Tribe (All): 162 cm. Chest measurement: 77 cm (unexpanded), 82 cm (expanded). Weight proportionate to height (approximately 50 kg minimum for 170 cm).

4. What is the difference between NDA and CDS for Army officer entry?

NDA (12th pass, age 16.5-19.5): 4-year course at National Defence Academy. You join NDA after 12th and graduate as a Lieutenant. CDS (graduate, age 19-24): 18-month training at IMA. You join as a graduate and commission faster. NDA gives more time for physical and academic development. Both lead to permanent commissioned officer in Indian Army.

5. What subjects are tested in Army Agniveer Common Entrance Exam (CEE)?

CEE subjects for Agniveer GD (100 marks total): General Knowledge (15Q×2), General Science (15Q×2), Math (15Q×2), Reasoning (15Q×2), English/Hindi (10Q×2). For Clerk: Part I (English 25Q, Maths 25Q) + Part II (GK 25Q, Computer 25Q). Duration: 60 minutes for GD, 100 minutes for Clerk. Negative marking: 0.5 per wrong answer for GD.

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