The Recruiting Office (Headquarters), Ambala has released the official recruitment notification inviting unmarried male candidates from specific districts (Ambala, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Yamunanagar, Panchkula, and UT Chandigarh) to apply for the selection test for Agniveer Intake for Recruiting Year 2027 under the Agnipath Scheme. This recruitment drive aims to fill vacancies for various categories including General Duty, Technical, Clerk/Store Keeper Technical, and Tradesmen.
The online registration process commenced on 13 February 2026 and will continue until 01 April 2026. The selection procedure will be conducted in two phases: Phase I comprising an Online Common Entrance Examination (CEE) scheduled tentatively from 01 June 2026, followed by Phase II which includes a Recruitment Rally. Candidates are advised to register early on the official website to avoid last-minute issues.
💡 Recruitment Highlights
Feature Details
Organization Indian Army (RO HQ Ambala)
Recruiting Year 2027
Gender Unmarried Male
Posts Available Agniveer GD, Technical, Clerk/SKT, Tradesmen (10th & 8th Pass)
Registration Dates 13 February 2026 to 01 April 2026
Exam Date (Tentative) 01 June 2026 to 15 June 2026
Application Fee ₹ 250/-
📅 Important Dates
Event Date
Online Registration Start Date 13 February 2026
Last Date to Apply Online 01 April 2026
Online Exam Date (CEE) 01 June 2026 to 15 June 2026 (Tentative)
🎓 Eligibility Criteria
1. Educational Qualification
Agniveer General Duty (GD): Class 10th/Matric pass with 45% marks in aggregate and 33% in each subject.
Agniveer Technical: 10+2/Intermediate Exam Pass in Science with Physics, Chemistry, Maths, and English with min 50% marks in aggregate and 40% in each subject. OR 10th/Matric pass with 50% aggregate and 40% in English, Maths, and Science along with 2 years of Technical Training from ITI or 2/3 years Diploma.
Agniveer Clerk / Store Keeper Technical: 10+2/Intermediate Exam Pass in any stream (Arts, Commerce, Science) with 60% marks in aggregate and 50% in each subject. Securing 50% in English and Maths/Accounts/Book Keeping in Class XII is mandatory.
Agniveer Tradesmen (10th Pass): Class 10th Simple Pass. No stipulation in aggregate percentage but should have scored 33% in each subject.
Agniveer Tradesmen (8th Pass): Class 8th Simple Pass. No stipulation in aggregate percentage but should have scored 33% in each subject.
2. Age Limit
Age Range: 17½ – 21 Years.
Date of Birth Block: Candidates born between 01 July 2005 to 01 July 2009 (both days inclusive) are eligible to apply.
3. Physical Standards
Height:
Agniveer GD / Technical / Tradesmen: 170 cm
Agniveer Clerk / Store Keeper Technical: 162 cm
Indian Gorkhas: 157 cm
Tribals of Authorized Tribal Areas: 162 cm
Weight: Proportionate to height and age as per Army medical standards.
Chest: 77 cm (+ 5 cm expansion).
🏃 Physical Fitness Test (At Rally Site)
Candidates shortlisted from the Online CEE will undergo the Physical Fitness Test (PFT) at the rally site. The standards are as follows:
Test Criteria Marks / Status
1.6 Km Run Group I: Up to 5 Min 30 Secs 60 Marks
Group II: 5 Min 31 Secs to 5 Min 45 Secs 48 Marks
Beam (Pull Ups) 10 Pull Ups
9 Pull Ups
8 Pull Ups
7 Pull Ups
6 Pull Ups 40 Marks
33 Marks
27 Marks
21 Marks
16 Marks
9 Feet Ditch Need to Qualify Qualifying
Zig-Zag Balance Need to Qualify Qualifying
Note: Candidates appearing for Agniveer Technical and Agniveer Clerk/Store Keeper Technical only need to qualify in all tests (no marks awarded).
📝 Selection Process
Phase I (Online CEE): Computer-based written exam. 50 questions (100 marks) for GD/Tradesmen and 100 questions (200 marks) for Tech/Clerk. Negative marking applies.
Phase II (Recruitment Rally): Shortlisted candidates will be called for the rally.
Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
Physical Measurement Test (PMT)
Medical Examination
Final Merit: Based on CEE marks, PFT marks (for GD/Tradesmen), and Bonus marks.
🎁 Bonus Marks
NCC ‘A’ Certificate: 05 Marks.
NCC ‘B’ Certificate: 10 Marks.
NCC ‘C’ Certificate: 20 Marks (GD/Tradesman), 15 Marks (Clerk/Tech).
NCC ‘C’ + Republic Day Parade: 25 Marks (GD/Tradesman), 20 Marks (Clerk/Tech).
ITI/Diploma (For Tech): 20 to 50 Marks depending on course duration.
Sportsmen: 5 to 20 Marks depending on level of representation.
🚀 How to Apply
Visit the official website joinindianarmy.nic.in.
Check your eligibility and create a profile.
Login and fill out the online application for your preferred category.
Pay the examination fee of ₹ 250/- online.
Submit the application and take a printout for future reference.
📌 Key Takeaways
Target Group: Unmarried Male Candidates.
Districts Covered: Ambala, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Yamunanagar, Panchkula, and UT Chandigarh.
Typing Test: Mandatory for Agniveer Clerk/SKT candidates during the Online CEE (30 wpm desirable).
Documents: Admit Card, Aadhar Card, and Educational Certificates are mandatory at the rally site.
🔗 Important Links
❓ FAQs
Q1. Who can apply for this recruitment?
Ans. Unmarried male candidates from Ambala, Kaithal, Karnal, Kurukshetra, Yamunanagar, Panchkula districts of Haryana and UT Chandigarh.
Q2. What is the age limit?
Ans. Candidates must be between 17½ to 21 years of age (Born 01 July 2005 to 01 July 2009).
Q3. Is there a typing test for Clerk candidates?
Ans. Yes, a typing test will be conducted during the Online CEE for Agniveer Clerk/SKT candidates. Qualifying it is mandatory.
Q4. Can I apply for multiple categories?
Ans. Candidates can apply for a maximum of two categories if eligible, but they must pay separate fees and appear for separate exams.