Agnipath Yojana 2026: ₹11.71 Lakh SevaNidhi, Monthly Salary & Selection Process

At a glance

About the scheme

Agnipath Yojana is a human resource management recruitment scheme launched by the Ministry of Defence to induct youth into the Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force. Recruits serve for four years under the respective Service Acts and undergo rigorous military training while forming a distinct rank. Following their tenure, up to 25% of candidates from each batch may be enrolled into the regular cadre based on performance and organisational requirements, while all exiting Agniveers receive skill credentials and a financial package to transition back into society.

Benefits

• Monthly package of ₹30,000 in the 1st year (in-hand ₹21,000 with ₹9,000 corpus contribution).
• Monthly package of ₹33,000 in the 2nd year (in-hand ₹23,100 with ₹9,900 corpus contribution).
• Monthly package of ₹36,500 in the 3rd year (in-hand ₹25,580 with ₹10,950 corpus contribution).
• Monthly package of ₹40,000 in the 4th year (in-hand ₹28,000 with ₹12,000 corpus contribution).
• One-time tax-free SevaNidhi package of ₹11.71 lakh upon exit after four years, matching candidate contributions with accrued interest.
• Non-contributory Life Insurance Cover of ₹48 lakh during the engagement period in the Armed Forces.
• Risk and Hardship allowances as applicable across the three armed services.
• Skill certificate issued upon exit documenting competencies gained during service.
• Opportunity for up to 25% of each batch to be enrolled into the regular cadre of the Armed Forces.

Who can apply (eligibility)

• Applicant must be an Indian citizen.
• Age must be between 17.5 and 21 years for ongoing and subsequent intakes (was 17.5 to 23 years for the 2022 intake).
• Must satisfy the educational qualifications prescribed for the applied trade by the Indian Army, Navy, or Air Force.
• Must meet the physical and medical standards laid down by the respective armed service.
• Candidates under 18 years of age must have their enrolment forms signed by parents or guardians.

Who cannot apply

• Applicable only at the soldier (jawan/airman/sailor) level, not at the officer level.
• No entitlement to pensionary benefits or gratuity.

Documents required

• Proof of identity (Aadhaar Card)
• Proof of address
• Domicile certificate
• Proof of highest educational qualifications
• Proof of medical category
• Passport-size photograph
• Written pledge confirming non-involvement in violent protests against the scheme

How to apply

1. 1Visit the official portal of the relevant service: joinindianarmy.nic.in for Army, joinindiannavy.gov.in for Navy, or indianairforce.nic.in for Air Force.
2. 2Register online on the portal and generate your login credentials.
3. 3Fill out the online application form with personal, educational, and communication details.
4. 4Upload scanned copies of required documents including educational certificates, photograph, and identity proof.
5. 5Submit the application and download the registration receipt or admit card for the online examination, rally, or interview.

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