Cabinet approves two-year extension for Agniveers, opens pathway to regular service for all eligible personnel

November 4, 2026 5:15 PM

Cabinet approves two-year extension for Agniveers, opens pathway to regular service for all eligible personnel

The Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved an additional two-year engagement period for Agniveers not selected for regular service after their initial four-year tenure, creating a pathway for all willing personnel to join the regular armed forces, subject to meeting selection criteria. The existing provision to offer regular employment to 25 per cent of Agniveers based on merit will continue. The remaining 75 per cent will be offered a further two years of service, depending on their willingness. ...

Passing out parade of 2,172 trainees held at INS Chilka

January 9, 2026 10:25 AM

Passing out parade of 2,172 trainees held at INS Chilka

2,172 trainees successfully passed out from INS Chilka on Thursday, following the completion of 16 weeks of ab-initio training, marking an important milestone in their journey as naval professionals. The Passing Out Parade (POP) of the 02/25 batch was held in an impressive post-sunset ceremonial setting, symbolising the transformation of the trainees into disciplined, resilient and combat-ready personnel. The batch comprised 2,172 trainees, including 2,103 Agniveers - among them 113 women Agniv...

UP govt announces 20 percent reservation for Agniveers in police, PAC recruitment

June 3, 2025 4:24 PM

UP govt announces 20 percent reservation for Agniveers in police, PAC recruitment

In a major step to support Agniveers after their short-term military service, the Uttar Pradesh government has approved a 20 percent reservation for them in recruitment for various posts in the state police force and the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC). The decision was taken during a cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Tuesday. According to the official statement, the reservation will apply to recruitment in categories such as constable (civil police), constable P...

Odisha CM announces 10% quota and five-year age relaxation for Agniveers in uniform services

July 26, 2024 10:55 PM

Odisha CM announces 10% quota and five-year age relaxation for Agniveers in uniform services

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi unveiled new measures on Friday to support Agniveers, announcing a 10 percent quota and a five-year age relaxation for their entry into uniform services within the state. This announcement comes on the heels of the state government's presentation of a Rs 2.65 lakh crore budget for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The budget, presented on Thursday, has been met with mixed reactions from various political figures and the public. Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Prava...