Wed Mar 12 03:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Indian Army Opens Agniveer Recruitment: Online Applications Begin

**Varanasi, [Date of Publication]:** The Indian Army has commenced online registration for its Agniveer recruitment drive. Aspiring candidates can apply through the official website, http://www.joinindianarmy.nic.in, from March 12th to April 10th.

This year’s recruitment offers a wider range of roles, including Agniveer General Duty (GD), Technical, Clerk & Store Keeper Technical, Tradesman, Sainik Pharma, Sainik Technical Nursing Assistant, and Women Police. Additionally, vacancies are available for Havaldar Education, Havaldar Surveyor Automated Cartographer, JCO Catering, and JCO Religious Teacher.

A key change this year allows applicants to apply for two positions using a single application form. The application fee is a nominal ₹250, payable online.

Significant modifications have been made to the physical fitness test. The 1600-meter race now has four qualifying time categories (5 minutes 45 seconds, 6 minutes, 6 minutes 15 seconds), offering more flexibility for candidates. The minimum qualifying time has been extended to 6 minutes 15 seconds. Points awarded will vary based on the time taken.

The written examination is tentatively scheduled for June, with the exact schedule to be released later on the Join Indian Army website. Applicants are advised to use their 10th-grade mark sheet for parental information and domicile certificate as proof of residence. A helpline number, 7518900195, is available for inquiries. Sample question papers are accessible on the website for practice.

Eligibility criteria vary by position but generally require a minimum of 10th or 12th-grade pass with specific percentage requirements and subject qualifications. Those with light motor vehicle driving licenses will be given preference for driver roles. Typing tests are mandatory for Clerk and Store Keeper positions. Height and chest requirements also vary depending on the specific role.

Candidates must have been born between October 1, 2004, and April 1, 2008. Further details regarding eligibility criteria are available on the official website.

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