About Agnipath Yojana
India is a young nation, with over 60% of its population below the age of 35 years. This demographic dividend can be turned into a major asset for the country, provided the youth are skilled and equipped to take on the challenges of the 21st century. Skill development is, therefore, a critical priority for the country, and the government has launched several schemes and initiatives in this direction. One such scheme is the Agnipath Yojana, which aims to empower the youth through skill development.
Objectives
The main objectives of the Agnipath Yojana are:
- To provide training and skill development opportunities to the youth of India.
- To enhance the employability of the youth by providing them with industry-relevant skills.
- To bridge the gap between the demand and supply of skilled workforce in various sectors of the economy.
- To promote entrepreneurship among the youth by providing them with the necessary skills and knowledge.
Full Overview Of Agnipath Yojana
| Scheme Name | Agnipath Yojana |
|---|---|
| Announcement | Government of India |
| Objective | To recruit and train young Indian citizens for entry into the armed forces |
| Eligibility Criteria | Indian citizenship, age between 17.5 and 23 years for 2022 intake and between 17.5 and 21 years for subsequent intakes, fulfilling educational and medical standards |
| Selection Process | Existing pattern of selection into the Armed Forces |
| Training Duration | 6 months |
| Job Duration | 3.5 years |
| Additional Opportunities | Agniveers can apply to be a Volunteer in the regular cadre |
| Official Website | To be announced |
Eligibility criteria
The eligibility criteria for the Agnipath Yojana are as follows:
- The scheme is open to Indian citizens between the ages of 18 and 35 years.
- The applicant should have a minimum educational qualification of 10th standard.
- The applicant should not be a recipient of any other government-sponsored skill development program.
additional eligibility criteria for Agnipath Yojana:
- Citizenship: Only Indian citizens are eligible for the scheme.
- Age: For the 2022 intake, applicants must be between 17.5 and 23 years old. Subsequent intakes require candidates to be between 17.5 and 21 years old.
- Education (Indian Navy): Agniveer SSR applicants need a 10+2 qualification with Mathematics, Physics, and one of Chemistry/Biology/Computer Science from a recognized board. Agniveer MR applicants need to pass the Matriculation Examination from recognized boards.
- Physical Standards: Applicants must meet the physical standards set by the Indian Armed Forces, including height, weight, chest measurement, and vision requirements.
- Medical Standards: Applicants must meet the medical standards set by the Indian Armed Forces, including physical and mental health, hearing, and dental health.
- Fitness: Applicants must be physically and mentally fit to undergo training and perform required duties.
- No Criminal Record: Applicants must not have any criminal record or pending criminal cases.
- Good Character: Applicants must have a good character, including being honest, trustworthy, and having a good reputation in their community.
Benefits
The Agnipath Yojana provides several benefits to the youth of India. Some of the key benefits are:
- Free training and skill development programs in various sectors of the economy.
- Stipend to cover the cost of living during the training period.
- Placement assistance to help the trainees find suitable jobs after completion of the training program.
- Access to loans and financial assistance for starting their own businesses.
- Recognition and certification of skills acquired through the training program.
- Agnipath Yojana offers financial assistance up to ₹6,92,000 annually for the fourth year.
- Candidates receive Risk & Hardship Allowance.
- Disability Compensation includes ₹44,00,000 for 100% disability.
- Non-Contributory Life Insurance Cover of ₹48,00,000 is provided in case of service-related death.
- Pay for unserved portions for up to four years is covered.
- In-service training counts for 50% credit under IGNOU’s degree program.
- Multiple entry-exit points with recognized degrees by IGNOU.
- “Seva Nidhi” package provides a corpus of ₹10,04,000 after four years.
- Candidates receive a customized monthly package ranging from ₹30,000 to ₹36,500.
- Government matches the candidate’s contribution to the Agniveer Corpus Fund.
Service fund package will be received after four years
| Year | Customized Package (Monthly) | In-Hand (70%) | Contribution to Agniveer Corpus Fund (30%) | Contribution to corpus fund by GoI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | ₹30,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 2nd | ₹33,000 | ₹23,100 | ₹9,900 | ₹9,900 |
| 3rd | ₹36,500 | ₹25,558 | ₹10,950 | ₹10,950 |
| 4th | ₹40,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| Total Contribution in Agniveer Corpus Fund after four years | – | ₹5.02 Lakh | ₹5.02 Lakh | |
| Exit After 4 Year | ₹11.71 Lakh as SevaNidhi Package (Including, interest accumulated on the above amount as per the applicable interest rates would also be paid) |
Required documents
The following documents are required to apply for the Agnipath Yojana:
- Valid AADHAAR card for identity proof.
- Proof of address (utility bill, rental agreement, etc.).
- Copy of highest educational qualifications (degree certificate, mark sheet, etc.).
- Valid medical certificate indicating medical category.
- Scanned passport size photo (jpg format, 10 Kb to 20 Kb).
- Scanned photo of signature (jpg format, 5 Kb to 10 Kb).
- Domicile certificate to establish residency.
- Written pledge confirming no involvement in violent protests against the Agnipath scheme.
How to apply
The application process for the Agnipath Yojana is as follows:
- Visit the official website of the Indian Air Force to apply for the Agneepath Yojana.
- Click on the option of “Agniveer Recruitment” available in the menu on the homepage of the website.
- Read all the guidelines and information related to Agniveer recruitment available on the webpage.
- After reading the guidelines, tick the checkbox and proceed to the application form.
- Fill in all the required information asked in the form accurately.
- Upload all the necessary documents in the designated format and size as per the guidelines provided.
- Once you have entered all the details and uploaded the necessary documents, click on the submit button to complete the application process.
- Review all the information provided in the application form before submitting it to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Upon successful submission, take a printout of the application form for future reference and use.
The candidates will be recruited as per the existing pattern of selection into the Armed Forces.
- Indian Army: Official Website
- Indian Navy: Official Website
- Indian Air Force: Official Website