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Agniveer (Army / Navy / Air Force) 2026
Ministry of Defence (Indian Defence Forces) · Agniveer
Exam Overview
Agniveer recruitment scheme for four-year SHORT SERVICE commission into the Army, Navy or Air Force, with a retention path at the end of the tenure.
Eligibility Criteria
10th / 12th pass as per trade (varies by service and post). Age 17.5-21 years.
Exam Pattern & Stages
Stage 1 — Written Examination (CEE)
| Subject | Questions | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics (depending on trade) | — | 100 |
| General Knowledge | — | 50 |
| English / Regional Language | — | 50 |
- Mode
- Online
- Negative Marking
- 0.25 per wrong answer
Stage 2 — Physical Fitness Test (PFT)
- Mode
- Physical
- Negative Marking
- No
- Note
- 1.6 km run, push-ups, sit-ups, chin-ups per service standards
Stage 3 — Medical Examination / Admit Board
- Mode
- Medical
- Negative Marking
- No
Full Syllabus & Preparation
Physical fitness standards gate every medical stage — train the run and muscle endurance from day one. The CEE is a straightforward 12th-level paper where accuracy pays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Agniveer (Army / Navy / Air Force) 2026 ke liye eligibility criteria kya hai?
10th / 12th pass as per trade (varies by service and post). Age 17.5-21 years.
Exam pattern kya hai?
3 stage(s): Written Examination (CEE), Physical Fitness Test (PFT), Medical Examination / Admit Board.
Apply karne ki last date kab hai?
Please check the official notification for application dates. Visit the conducting body's website for the latest updates.