Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026

Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026

The Directorate of Manpower Planning & Recruitment, Naval Headquarters, New Delhi has officially released the advertisement for Agniveer (Apprentice) - 01/2027 and 02/2027 Batch under the Agnipath Scheme. The notification covers complete details on eligibility, age criteria, pay package, Seva Nidhi, selection process, medical standards, and general instructions. Candidates are strongly advised to read the full notification before applying. The notification is available on the official Indian Navy website.

Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 Overview

Organization Name	Indian Navy - Directorate of Manpower Planning & Recruitment, Naval Headquarters, New Delhi
Advertisement	Agniveer (Apprentice) - 01/2027 and 02/2027 Batch
Post Name	Agniveer (Apprentice)
Streams / Trades	1. Engineering - Marine Engineering & Systems, Mechanical, Production/Automobile, Refrigeration & AC, Power Plant, Mechatronics, Metallurgy, Instrumentation, Electronics Instrumentation & Control Engineering   2. Electrical - Electrical, Electronics & Communication, Instrumentation Technology, Electronics & Control Engineering
Total Vacancies	To be decided based on service requirement
Pay Package	₹30,000/month (Year 1) to ₹40,000/month (Year 4); Seva Nidhi corpus ₹10.04 Lakhs on completion
Job Location	All India (Transferable; posting at any Indian Navy location, JV or subsidiary)
Application Mode	Online only (via https://joinindiannavy.gov.in)
Selection Mode	Stage I - INET → Stage II - PFT + Written Exam + Recruitment Medical → Pre-Enrolment Medical at INS Chilka
Duration of Service	4 Years under the Agnipath Scheme (Navy Act 1957)
Official Website	https://joinindiannavy.gov.in

 

Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 Important Dates

Event	Tentative Date
Application Window Opens (Stage I - INET 2/2026) for 01/2027 & 02/2027 Batch	05 Jun 2026
Application Window Closes	29 Jun 2026 (17:00 hrs)
Correction Window	06 Jul 2026
Stage I - INET Examination	Aug 2026
Result Declaration of Stage I - INET	End Aug / Early Sep 2026
Shortlisting & Issue of Call-up Letters - 01/2027 Batch	Sep 2026
Stage II for Agniveer (Apprentice) 01/2027	Oct 2026
Induction at INS Chilka for 01/2027 Batch	Dec 2026
Shortlisting & Issue of Call-up Letters - 02/2027 Batch	Feb 2027
Stage II for Agniveer (Apprentice) 02/2027	Mar 2027
Induction at INS Chilka for 02/2027 Batch	May 2027

*All dates are tentative. Exact dates of each activity will be promulgated on the Candidates Registration Portal at https://joinindiannavy.gov.in.

Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 - Vacancy Details

Vacancies for Agniveer (Apprentice) 01/2027 and 02/2027 batches are distributed across Engineering and Electrical streams. The exact number of trade-wise vacancies will be decided based on service requirement. Separate INET examinations will be conducted for Electrical and Engineering entries.

Stream	Trade / Diploma Discipline	Vacancies
Engineering	Marine Engineering & Systems, Mechanical	To be notified based on service requirement
	Production / Automobile
	Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Repair and Maintenance
	Power Plant Engineering
	Machine, Manufacturing / Manufacturing Technology
	Mechatronics
	Metallurgy
	Instrumentation, Electronics Instrumentation and Control Engineering
	Industrial/Production, Maintenance
Electrical	Electrical, Electronics & Communication	To be notified based on service requirement
	Instrumentation Technology
	Electronics and Control Engineering
	Electrical and Electronics

Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 - Post-wise Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must fulfil all eligibility conditions as on the cut-off date. Only unmarried Indian male candidates are eligible to apply. All qualifications must be from AICTE-recognised Polytechnic Institutes.

Agniveer (Apprentice) - Engineering & Electrical Streams

Criteria	Details
Essential Educational Qualification	Passed Matriculation Examination with minimum 50% marks in aggregate from Boards of School Education recognised by Ministry of Education, Govt. of India AND completed a 3-year Diploma course from an AICTE-recognised Polytechnic Institute with minimum 50% marks in aggregate in any of the qualifying diploma trades (Engineering or Electrical as applicable).
Marital Status	Only unmarried male candidates are eligible. Candidates must give a certificate of being 'unmarried' at the time of enrolment. Agniveers will not be permitted to marry during their entire 4-year tenure. A candidate will be dismissed from service if he marries during tenure or is found to be already married despite giving an unmarried certificate.
Nationality	Indian male citizens only.
Preferential	Proficiency in sports, swimming, and extra-curricular activities is desirable.

Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 - Age Limit

Batch	Date of Birth (Both Dates Inclusive)
Agniveer (Apprentice) 01/2027 Batch	01 December 2004 - 31 May 2009
Agniveer (Apprentice) 02/2027 Batch	01 May 2005 - 31 October 2009
Eligible for INET 2/2026	Candidates born between 01 Dec 2004 - 31 Oct 2009 are eligible to appear in INET 2/2026. They will be shortlisted for Stage II of the respective batch based on the batch-wise age criteria above.

Note: There are no age relaxations for Ex-Servicemen status for Agniveer enrolment.

Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 - Application Fee

Category	Application Fee
All Candidates (Stage I - INET)	₹550/- + 18% GST (Total as applicable); payable online only
Stage II Process	No separate fee for Stage II
Payment Mode	Online only - Net Banking / Visa / Master / RuPay Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI
Sponsor Candidates & NCC 'C' Certificate Holders	Exempted from Stage I - INET; directly issued call-up for Stage II based on eligibility

Note: Fee once paid shall not be refunded under any circumstances. Candidates found to have registered multiple times will be rejected and debarred; fee reimbursement will not be carried out in such cases. In case of unsuccessful payment (money deducted but admit card not generated), wait 7 working days for automatic refund.

Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 - Apply Online

The Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 online application process has officially commenced for candidates seeking enrollment in the 01/2027 and 02/2027 Batches. Eligible applicants can submit their application forms through the official Indian Navy recruitment portal during the prescribed registration period. Candidates are advised to complete the application process well before the deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.

The Application Window (Stage I – INET 2/2026) opens on 05 June 2026 and will remain active until 29 June 2026 (05:00 PM). After the application period ends, the Indian Navy will provide a Correction Window on 06 July 2026, allowing candidates to rectify permissible errors in their submitted application forms. Applicants should carefully verify all personal, educational, and communication details before final submission.

To apply online, candidates must first register on the official Indian Navy recruitment website using a valid email ID and mobile number. After registration, they need to fill in the online application form, upload the required documents, and submit the form successfully. It is recommended to keep scanned copies of the photograph, signature, educational certificates, and identity proof ready before starting the application process.

Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 - Selection Process

Stage 1 - INET (Indian Navy Entrance Test)

Separate INET exams will be conducted for Electrical and Engineering entries. INET 2/2026 will be conducted in August 2026 with SSC as Exam Partner.

Parameter	Details
Mode	Computer-based
Total Questions	100 questions of 1 mark each
Language	Bilingual - Hindi & English
Type	Objective / Multiple Choice
Sections	English & General Awareness, Science, Mathematics, and Diploma (Trade Specific)
Duration	1 Hour
Negative Marking	0.25 marks deducted per wrong answer
Passing Criteria	Must pass in all sections as well as in aggregate. Indian Navy reserves the right to determine pass marks in each section and in aggregate.
Centre Allocation	At the discretion of the Indian Navy; state preference to be indicated by candidate

Stage 2 - Physical Fitness Test (PFT)

Qualifying in PFT is mandatory for selection. Candidates undergoing PFT do so at their own risk.

Gender	1.6 Km Run	Squats (Uthak Baithak)	Push-ups	Bent Knee Sit-ups
Male	06 min 30 sec	20	15	15

Stage 2 - Written Examination

Written exam is conducted only for candidates who qualify PFT. Two separate exams are conducted for Engineering and Electrical streams.

Parameter	Details
Total Questions	100 questions of 1 mark each
Language	Bilingual - Hindi & English
Type	Objective / Multiple Choice
Sections	English & General Awareness, Science, Mathematics, and Diploma (Trade Specific)
Duration	1 Hour
Passing Criteria	Must pass in all sections as well as in aggregate

Stage 2 - Recruitment Medical Examination

Conducted for all candidates who qualify PFT. Candidates found medically unfit may appeal within 05 days at a designated Military Hospital allocated by the Indian Navy. Medical fitness certificates from hospitals other than designated Military Hospitals will not be considered. No second appeal is permissible.

Stage 3 - Pre-Enrolment Medical at INS Chilka

Pre-enrolment medical formalities of all selected candidates will be conducted at INS Chilka, Odisha. Induction is subject to qualifying in Pre-Enrolment Medical Examination. Candidates not qualifying will be rejected.

Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026 - Emoluments / Pay Package

Year	Customised Package (Monthly)	In Hand - 70% (Monthly)	Contribution to Agniveer Corpus Fund - 30% (Monthly)	Contribution to Corpus Fund by GoI (Monthly)
1st Year	₹30,000	₹21,000	₹9,000	₹9,000
2nd Year	₹33,000	₹23,100	₹9,900	₹9,900
3rd Year	₹36,500	₹25,550	₹10,950	₹10,950
4th Year	₹40,000	₹28,000	₹12,000	₹12,000
Total in Agniveer Corpus Fund (Seva Nidhi)			₹5.02 Lakh	₹5.02 Lakh

Total Seva Nidhi on completion of 4-year tenure: ₹10.04 Lakhs (Agniveer's contribution + matching GoI contribution). Additional benefits include:

• Risk, hardship, dress and travel allowances
• Non-contributory Life Insurance Cover of ₹48 Lakh for the duration of engagement
• Death Compensation: One-time ex-gratia of ₹44 Lakh (attributable to service) in addition to insurance cover
• Disability Compensation: One-time ex-gratia of ₹44 / ₹25 / ₹15 Lakh based on 100% / 75% / 50% disability
• 30 days leave per year; sick leave as per medical advice
• Medical facilities at service hospitals and CSD provisions
• No gratuity or pensionary benefits applicable

How to Apply for Indian Navy Agniveer (Apprentice) Recruitment 2026

Candidates must apply online only at https://joinindiannavy.gov.in. No other mode of application will be accepted. Applications can also be uploaded through Common Service Centres (CSC) across the country at a fee of ₹60 + GST (optional facility).

Steps to Apply Online:

• Visit https://joinindiannavy.gov.in → Click on "Register" → Register as AVR (Apprentice).
• After successful registration, click on "Login" → AVR (Apprentice) → INET 2/26 → Proceed to apply.
• Fill in all details carefully. Incorrect declaration of information identified at any stage will result in cancellation of candidature.
• Upload a recent passport-size colour photograph (taken not before May 2026), size 10 KB to 50 KB; front portrait in light background without head gear (except Sikhs). Date of photograph must be clearly written at the bottom.
• A live photograph will be captured through the webcam during application form filling.
• Pay the examination fee of ₹550/- + 18% GST online via net banking / Credit Card / Debit Card / UPI.
• Give state preference for allocation of INET exam centre. Choice of centre cannot be changed once selected or allotted by the Indian Navy.
• Candidates will be provided a post-closing correction window. An additional correction window will be activated post INET exam for 2 days.

 

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