Indian Army Agniveer Rally Recruitment 2026: Eligibility, Dates, Physical Test, Salary

Indian Army Agniveer Rally Recruitment 2026: Apply Online for Bhopal Rally

Recruitment Overview

The Indian Army has released the official notification for the recruitment of Agniveer Rally Posts under the Agnipath Scheme. This recruitment drive is specifically for the rally at 3 EME Centre, Bairagarh, Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh). This is a significant opportunity for young candidates aged 17 to 21 years to join the prestigious Indian Army.

Recruitment Type: This is a Competitive Examination & Physical Fitness Process. The selection involves a rigorous process including Physical Fitness Tests (PFT), Physical Measurement Tests (PMT), Medical Examination, and a Written Examination.

Key Highlights Table

Vacancy Details

Recruitment is being conducted for the following categories under the Agnipath Scheme:

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

• Agniveer General Duty: Class 10th/Matriculation 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 50% marks in aggregate and 40% in each subject.
• Agniveer Clerk / Store Keeper Technical: 10+2/Intermediate exam pass in any stream (Arts, Commerce, Science) with 60% marks in aggregate and minimum 50% in each subject.
• Agniveer Tradesman: 10th pass (simple pass) or 8th pass (for specific trades).
• Agniveer Musician: 10th pass (Musician skills required).

Age Limit

Candidates must meet the following age criteria:

• Minimum Age: 17 Years 08 Months
• Maximum Age: 21 Years
• Age Reckoning Date: 01 October 2025 (Candidates born between 01 Oct 2004 and 01 Oct 2008).

Mandatory Requirements

Physical Standards (Physical Measurement Test - PMT): Height, Weight, and Chest measurements are mandatory. (Exact standards vary by region/category, e.g., Height 160-170 cm typically).

Physical Fitness Test (PFT): Must qualify in the following tasks:

• 1.6 Km Run
• Pull Ups
• Balance
• 9 Feet Ditch

Selection Process & Exam Structure

The recruitment is a multi-stage process. Candidates must clear all stages sequentially.

Selection Stages

1. Physical Fitness Test (PFT): 1.6 Km Run, Pull-ups, etc.
2. Physical Measurement Test (PMT): Height, Weight, Chest.
3. Medical Examination: Detailed medical check-up.
4. Written Examination: Computer Based Test (CBT) or OMR based.
5. Document Verification: Verification of certificates.

Written Exam Pattern (Expected)

Note: The exam pattern is based on standard Agniveer recruitment trends. Exact pattern will be on the admit card.

Total Marks: 100 Marks (2 marks per question).

Negative Marking: 0.50 marks will be deducted for each wrong answer (1/4th of the marking scheme).

Application Fee

Details regarding the application fee are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text. However, for Agniveer rallies, there is usually No Application Fee for Online Registration. Please verify on the official portal.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit the official website: www.joinindianarmy.nic.in.
2. Click on the link for "Agniveer Rally Notification 2026" or "Rally Open Notification".
3. Register yourself by entering basic details (Name, Email, Mobile).
4. Fill out the detailed online application form with educational and personal details.
5. Upload the necessary documents (Photo, Signature, 10th/12th Marksheet, Domicile, Caste Certificate, etc.) as per the required size.
6. Review the form and submit the application.
7. Download and save the Admit Card/Rally Call Letter once released.
8. Report to the Rally Venue (3 EME Centre, Bairagarh, Bhopal) as per the schedule given below.

Important Dates & Rally Schedule

Please note the specific reporting dates for different categories at the Bhopal Rally:

Documents Required at Rally Venue

Candidates must carry the following documents in original and self-attested copies:

• Admit Card with photograph.
• 10th / 12th Marksheet & Certificate.
• Detailed Domicile / Nativity Certificate.
• Caste Certificate (for SC/ST/OBC).
• Religion Certificate (if not mentioned in caste certificate).
• School Character Certificate.
• Residence Certificate (last 6 months).
• Relationship Certificate from Revenue Authority.
• NCC Certificate (if any).
• Sports Certificate (if applicable).
• Affidavit for Agnipath Scheme (Rs. 10/- non-judicial stamp paper).
• Single Bank Account details, PAN Card, Aadhaar Card.
• Police Character Certificate.
• Sarpanch/Municipal Certificate (unmarried status & family details).
• Service Certificate (for children of serving personnel).
• Discharge Book/PPO (for Ex-Servicemen).

Important Links

• Employment News Notification
• Official Website / Apply Online
• Official Notification PDF (Download)