Indian Army has announced recruitment for Common Entrance Exam CEE for Agnipath Agniveers in All India.
The online application process has already begun from 13 February 2026. Eligible candidates must complete their application on or before 01 April 2026 to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Before applying, candidates are advised to review the age eligibility criteria carefully. The minimum age required is 17.5 Years. Maximum age varies by category or gender (see details below) as calculated on 01 July 2026. Age relaxation will be applicable as per government rules.
Post: Common Entrance Exam CEE for Agnipath Agniveers
Organization: Indian Army
Job Type: Government Job
Location: All India
📅 Important Dates
| Apply Start | 13 February 2026 |
| Apply Last Date | 01 April 2026 |
| Fee Payment Last Date | 02 April 2026 |
| Exam Date | 01 – 16 June 2026 |
| Admit Card | Before Exam |
| Result Date | Will Be Updated Here Soon |
💰 Application Fee
| General/OBC/EWS | ₹ 250/- |
| SC/ST | ₹ 250/- |
| Payment Mode | Online (Debit Card, Credit Card, Internet Banking, IMPS, Cash Card / Mobile Wallet) |
🎂 Age Limit
Minimum Age: 17.5 Years
Maximum Age Details
| Category | Maximum Age |
|---|---|
| Agniveer GD / Technical / Assistant / Tradesman | 21 Years |
| Soldier Technical | 23 Years |
| Sepoy Pharma | 25 Years |
| JCO Religious Teacher | 34 Years |
Age Relaxation: As per regulations
Age As On: 01 July 2026
Note:
- Agniveer GD/Tech/Asst/Tradesman DOB: 01/10/2005 to 01/04/2009
- Soldier Technical DOB: 01/10/2004 to 01/04/2009
- Sepoy Pharma DOB: 01/10/2002 to 01/04/2008
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
| Post | Qualification | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Agniveer General Duty (GD) | 10th Pass | Minimum 45% Marks aggregate and 33% in each subject. |
| Agniveer Technical | 12th Pass | Science stream (Physics, Chemistry, Maths, English) with 50% aggregate and 40% in each subject OR 10+2 with 1 Year ITI Course. |
| Agniveer (Office Asst/ Store Keeper Technical) | 12th Pass | Minimum 60% Marks aggregate and 50% in each subject. Mandatory 50% in English and Maths/Accounts/Book Keeping. |
| Agniveer Tradesman 10th Pass | 10th Pass | Minimum 33% in each subject. |
| Agniveer Tradesman 8th Pass | 8th Pass | Minimum 33% in each subject. |
| Agniveer in GD (Women Military Police) | 10th Pass | 45% aggregate and 33% in each subject. Indian Gorkhas require simple 10th pass. |
| Sepoy Pharma | Diploma | 10+2 and D.Pharma (55% marks) or B.Pharma (50% marks) registered with Pharmacy Council. |
| Soldier Technical Nursing Assistant | 12th Pass | Science with Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Botany/Zoology and English. 50% aggregate and 40% in each subject. |
| JCO Religious Teacher RT | Graduate | Specific religious qualifications like Sahastri/Acharya for Pandit, Gyani for Granthi, Alim/Adeeb-e-Mahir for Maulvi, etc. |
📊 Vacancy Details
Indian Army Agniveer CCE Recruitment 2026 : Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Agniveer General Duty (GD) | Class 10th Matric with 45% Marks and Minimum 33% in Each Subject. Read Notification for More Details. |
| Agniveer Technical | 10+2 Intermediate Exam in Science Stream with Physics, Chemistry, Maths and English with Minimum 50% Marks in Aggregate and 40% in Each Subject. OR 10+2 Intermediate Exam Passed in Any Recognized Board with 1 Year ITI Course. |
| Agniveer (Office Asst/ Store Keeper Technical) | 10+2 Intermediate in Any Stream with Minimum 60% Marks Aggregate and Minimum 50% Marks in Each Subject. Securing 50% marks in English and Maths /Accounts/ Book Keeping in Cl XII is mandatory. |
| Agniveer Tradesman 10th Pass | Class 10th High School Exam Passed in Any Recognized Board in India. Minimum 33% in Each Subject. |
| Agniveer Tradesman 8th Pass | Class 8th Eight Exam Passed in Any Recognized Board in India. Minimum 33% in Each Subject. |
| Agniveer in General Duty GD (Women Military Police) | Class 10th / Matric Pass with minimum 45% marks in aggregate and minimum 33% in each subject. Indian Gorkhas Class 10th simple pass. |
| Sepoy Pharma | 10+2 equivalent exam pass and qualified in D.Pharma with minimum 55% in aggregate and registered with State Pharmacy Council/ Pharmacy Council of India. Individuals qualified in B.Pharma with minimum 50% marks. |
| Soldier Technical Nursing Assistant | 10+2 Intermediate Pass in Science with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English with Minimum 50% Marks in Aggregate and Minimum 40% Marks in Each Subject. |
| JCO Religious Teacher RT | Specific Bachelor Degrees and Religious Certifications as per post (Pandit, Granthi, Padre, Maulvi, Buddhist Monk). |
🏃 Physical Requirements
Physical Standard Test (Height/Chest)
| Post/Category | Height | Chest |
|---|---|---|
| Agniveer GD | 169 CM | 77 CM (+ 5 CM Expansion) |
| Agniveer Technical | 162 CM | 77 CM (+ 5 CM Expansion) |
| Agniveer Office Asst | 162 CM | 77 CM (+ 5 CM Expansion) |
| Agniveer Tradesman | 169 CM | 77 CM (+ 5 CM Expansion) |
| Women Military Police | 162 CM | N/A |
| Sepoy Pharma | 169 CM | 77 CM (+ 5 CM Expansion) |
| Nursing Assistant | 169 CM | 77 CM (+ 5 CM Expansion) |
| JCO RT (General) | 160 CM | 77 CM (+ 5 CM Expansion) |
| JCO RT (Gorkhas/Ladakhi) | 157 CM | 77 CM (+ 5 CM Expansion) |
Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
| Post | Running | Pull Ups | Other Tasks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agniveer Men | 1.6 KM in 5 Min 45 Sec (60 Marks) | 10 Times (40 Marks) | 9 Feet Ditch, Zigzag Balance (Qualify) |
| Women MP | 1.6 KM in 7 Min 30 Sec | N/A | Long Jump: 10 Ft, High Jump: 3 Ft |
| JCO RT | 1.6 KM in 8 Min | N/A | N/A |
📝 Selection Process
- Written Examination
- Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
- Physical Standard Test (PST)
- Document Verification
- Medical Examination
🖊️ How to Apply
- Visit the official Join Indian Army website.
- Navigate to the registration link in the Agnipath section.
- Complete the registration using DigiLocker or other required methods.
- Log in with your credentials to fill the application form.
- Enter all personal and educational details as per your certificates.
- Upload the necessary scanned documents and photographs.
- Pay the application fee of ₹ 250 using online payment modes.
- Submit the form and take a printout for future reference.
- The application window closes on 01 April 2026.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. When does the Indian Army Agniveer 2026 application start?
Ans. Registration for the Agniveer CCE recruitment opened on 13 February 2026.
Q. What is the final date to apply for this vacancy?
Ans. The application window for the 2026 recruitment closes on 01 April 2026.
Q. What is the age criteria for Indian Army Agnipath Bharti 2026?
Ans. Candidates must be at least 17.5 years old. The upper age limit varies by post from 21 up to 34 years as of 01 July 2026.
Q. What education is required to apply?
Ans. Eligibility depends on the post, ranging from 8th or 10th pass for tradesmen to 12th pass for technical roles and graduation for religious teachers.
Q. What is the official website for Indian Army recruitment?
Ans. The official recruitment portal is https://joinindianarmy.nic.in
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