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Agnipath Yojana
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Benefits
- The composite annual financial package will be approx. ₹4,76,000 for the 1st year, upgradable up to approx. ₹ 6,92,000 for the 4th year.
- The candidates will be provided Risk & Hardship Allowance.
- The scheme offers Disability Compensation, i.e., one-time ex-gratia of ₹ 44,00,000/25,00,000/15,00,000 for 100%/75%/50% disability, respectively.
- The scheme also offers Death Compensation, i.e., Non-Contributory Life Insurance Cover of ₹ 48,00,000, additional ex-gratia of ₹ 44,00,000 for death attributable to service. Pay for the unserved portions for up to four years including the "Seva Nidhi" component.
- Ministry of Education will recognize the in-service training received by Agniveers as credits for their graduation. Under IGNOU’s specially designed degree program, in-service training will count for 50% credit, the rest to come from a choice-based basket of courses Programme to provide for multiple entry-exit points with appropriate certification at every level. The degree granted by IGNOU, with have recognition in India and abroad for employment and education. The programme will open up opportunities for Agniveers to pursue civilian careers of their choice.
- "Seva Nidhi" package, the candidate will be provided a corpus of ₹ 10,04,000 after four years (exempted from income tax). In this package, 30% of emoluments are to be contributed by the candidate, the equal amount will be matched and provided by the government:
Eligibility
- The applicant must be a citizen of India.
- For the 2022 intake, the age of the applicant must be between 17.5 and 23 years. For the subsequent intakes, the age of the applicant must be between 17.5 and 21 years.
- The applicant must fulfill the educational qualifications, physical and medical standards set by the Indian Army / Indian Navy / Indian Air Force.
Exclusions
Application Process
- The candidates will be recruited as per the existing pattern of selection into the Armed Forces.
- The selected candidates will undergo training for six months and then will be inducted for three and a half years. in order to make them ready for joining the armed forces as professionals.
Documents Required
- AADHAAR
- Proof of Identity.
- Proof of Address.
- Proof of Highest Educational Qualifications.
- Proof of Medical Category.
- Scanned passport size photo of size between 10 Kb to 20 Kb in jpg format. This photo will be uploaded on the application form.
- Scanned photo of signature of size between 5 Kb to 10 Kb in jpg format. This photo will be uploaded on the application form.
- Domicile Certificate
- The applicants will have to submit a written pledge that they were not involved in the violent protests against the Agnipath scheme.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is The Service Tenure Granted Under The Scheme?
Under the Agnipath scheme, Agniveers will be employed for four years and rigorous military training will be imparted to them.
How Much Salary Will Agniveers Get?
The starting annual package will be Rs 4.76 lakh, which can be increased to 6.92 lakh by the end of service. There will be allowances and non-contributory insurance cover as well.
Can Agniveers Opt For Permanent Service In The Armed Forces?
All Agniveers, after four years, will be offered an opportunity to voluntarily apply for enrolment in the permanent cadre. These applications will be considered based on merit and performance during service. As much as 25% of applications will be accepted.
How Can I Apply For Agnipath Scheme Recruitment?
The vacancies and joining process will be made available on the armed forces’ respective websites: joinindianarmy.nic.in joinindiannavy.gov.in careerindianairforce.cdac.in
What Will The Training Involve?
Training for Agniveers would be on a par with that of the regular armed forces cadres and would involve rigorous military exercises. The training standards would be clearly defined and monitored by the highest authorities in the Armed Forces.
Who Will Be Eligible To Apply For Recruitment Under The Agnipath Scheme?
For the 2022 intake, The age range to be eligible for the scheme is 17.5-23 years. For the upcoming batches, the eligible age range will be 17.5 years to 21 years.
Can Agniveers opt for role in the permanent cadre?
Based on organisational requirement and policies promulgated by the Armed Forces, all Agniveers after completing their engagement period, will be offered an opportunity to apply for enrolment in the permanent cadre. These applications will be considered by a centralised transparent rigorous screening system which would be based on merit and demonstrated performance during service. Upto 25% of the Aginveers would be selected for enrolment in the permanent Cadre as per the existing Terms and Conditions. Selection of Agniveers for further enrolment into the Armed Forces will be the exclusive jurisdiction of the Government through laid down policies.
How will this scheme ensure recruitment from all over the country?
Aims to capitalize on the broad based talent pool of the Nation and select the best for a career in the Armed Forces. The present pattern of selection into the Armed Forces is not being changed with the introduction of the scheme. The only change that is happening is in the Terms and Conditions of the service. As you all are aware, that the three Services are having well established selections centers spread over the country which have enabled them to recruit people from even the remotest part of the Nation. Since these very selection centers would continue to undertake the responsibility of recruiting personnel, we expect that the all India representation would not be affected by the introduction of the Scheme.
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