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Joining the Indian Army is a dream of many, as over 3 million aspirants apply for recruitment drives panning throughout the year. Being a central government
job, one gets other benefits along with salary, like rent allowances. Check eligibility criteria and selection process here.
Join Indian Army: 10th 12th pass can apply for these posts
| Post / Entry | Minimum Educational Qualification (Indicative) |
|---|---|
| Agniveer (General Duty – GD) | Class 10 pass with prescribed minimum marks as notified |
| Agniveer (Technical) | Class 12 pass with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics |
| Agniveer (Clerk / Store Keeper Technical) | Class 12 pass in any stream with Maths and English |
| Agniveer (Tradesman – 10th Pass) | Class 10 pass as per notified criteria |
| Agniveer (Tradesman – 8th Pass) | Class 8 pass (where applicable) |
| Soldier Nursing Assistant / NA (Veterinary) | Class 12 pass with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and English |
| Soldier Technical (Other Technical Trades) | Class 12 pass with PCM subjects |
| National Defence Academy (NDA) – Officer Entry | Class 12 pass (subject combination as per service wing) |
| Havildar (Education) | Graduation (not applicable for 10th/12th pass candidates) |
Army Recruitment: Here's How to Apply Through Agnipath Scheme
- Step 1: Go to the official website jointindianarmy.nin.in
- Step 2: On homepage, look for Agnipath tab
- Step 3: In the next step, candidates should select on login/appy online
- Step 4: Fill in the required details to create an account
- Step 5: Fill the form and pay application fee
- Step 6: Cross-check the details and submit the form
- Step 7: Save the same for future references
| Post | Age Limit | Educational Qualification |
|---|---|---|
| Soldier General Duty (GD) | 17½ to 21 years | Class 10 pass with minimum 45% aggregate and 33% in each subject |
| Soldier Tradesman | 17½ to 23 years | Class 10 pass |
| Agniveer | 17½ to 23 years | Class 10 / Matric pass |
Indian Army Selection Process
The recruitment process is conducted in multiple stages:
- Online Registration: Applicants must complete online registration and submit their applications within the prescribed timeline.
- Physical Fitness Test: Candidates undergo demanding physical endurance tests, including running, pull-ups, sit-ups, and the long jump.
- Medical Examination: A comprehensive medical assessment is carried out to ensure candidates meet the Army’s prescribed physical and health standards.
- Written Examination: This stage assesses candidates on general knowledge, numerical ability, and reasoning skills.
- Document Verification: Original certificates and documents are scrutinised to verify the authenticity of details submitted in the application.
